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  1. bdavidc

    God Interprets His Scripture

    The fact that Revelation contains symbolism does not mean every part of it is symbolic. Scripture itself tells us when something is meant symbolically and when it is describing a literal event. In Revelation 1:20, Jesus explicitly interprets the candlesticks as churches. He says, “The seven...
  2. bdavidc

    God Interprets His Scripture

    The idea that the resurrection of the two witnesses in Revelation 11 is not real or physical contradicts what the text plainly says. Revelation 11:11 states, “And after three days and a half the Spirit of life from God entered into them, and they stood upon their feet, and great fear fell upon...
  3. bdavidc

    God Interprets His Scripture

    Your response assumes that God is still giving new revelation beyond the Bible, but that claim does not line up with Scripture. God has already revealed everything we need for life and godliness through His written Word. 2 Timothy 3:16–17 says, “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and...
  4. bdavidc

    The Dangerous Lie That You Don’t Need to Repent

    You're right that metanoia means a change of mind, but in the Bible, it's more than just switching thoughts. It means turning away from sin and turning toward God. It’s not just thinking differently, it’s a full change in direction, involving your heart, your actions, and your mindset. In Acts...
  5. bdavidc

    The Dangerous Lie That You Don’t Need to Repent

    What you're saying sounds close, but it splits things that the Bible keeps together. Repentance is not something extra or separate from being born again, it’s part of how God brings us to new life. The Greek word metanoia means a change of mind, yes, but it’s not just about thinking differently...
  6. bdavidc

    God Interprets His Scripture

    Exactly. If you really want to understand what God meant, go straight to His Word and search it like the Bereans did. Acts 17:11 says they “searched the Scriptures daily, whether those things were so.” They didn’t just accept what they were told, they checked everything against Scripture. That’s...
  7. bdavidc

    God Interprets His Scripture

    Revelation 11 talks about two real people, not just a symbol for the church. Yes, God uses symbols like candlesticks and olive trees in other parts of the Bible, but in this chapter, He gives very specific details. These two witnesses preach for 1,260 days, get killed, their bodies lie in the...
  8. bdavidc

    God Interprets His Scripture

    You’re right that interpretations belong to God, Scripture says that clearly in Genesis 40:8. But here’s the key truth, God has already given us His interpretation in the Bible. He doesn’t hide it from those who truly want to know Him. He gave us His Word so we could read it, understand it, and...
  9. bdavidc

    The Dangerous Lie That You Don’t Need to Repent

    Yes, repentance means a change of mind, but the Bible never treats the “mind” like it’s separate from the heart. In the Bible, your heart isn’t just your emotions, it includes your thoughts, your will, your desires, basically the core of who you are. Jesus said evil thoughts come from the heart...
  10. bdavidc

    The Dangerous Lie That You Don’t Need to Repent

    You're right that the Greek word metanoia (μετάνοια) means a change of mind, but Scripture is clear that this change is not just intellectual, it results in a transformed life. A “change of mind” that doesn’t produce a turning from sin is not the kind of repentance the Bible calls for. Jesus...
  11. bdavidc

    The Dangerous Lie That You Don’t Need to Repent

    I did not twist the meaning of metanoeō at all. The Bible makes it clear that repentance is not just a mental shift, but a turning of the heart that leads to a turning away from sin. I fully acknowledge that metanoeō includes a change of mind, but the Scriptures don’t stop there. True...
  12. bdavidc

    The Dangerous Lie That You Don’t Need to Repent

    There were some present at that very time who told him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. And he answered them, Jesus said: “Do you think that these Galileans were worse sinners than all the other Galileans, because they suffered in this way? No, I tell...
  13. bdavidc

    Help with John 12:32

    The modern age sees universalism as one of Satan's most powerful deceptions. The doctrine tells followers what their physical nature desires to hear because it denies the need for repentance and claims sin is unimportant while promising universal salvation regardless of beliefs or actions. The...
  14. bdavidc

    Help with John 12:32

    Jesus claimed in John 12:32 that through His crucifixion He will attract people from all backgrounds to Himself. Verse 33 clarifies His statement by indicating the type of death He would face. Jesus does not promise universal salvation for every person but declares His death will attract every...
  15. bdavidc

    Are You Following the Real Jesus—or a Counterfeit?

    Once again, your response appears logical but fails to match the complete teachings of Scripture. We need to examine each part of this issue using only Biblical text for reference. John 1: The verse clearly states, “the Word was God” rather than saying the Word was “godly” or just like God. The...
  16. bdavidc

    Are You Following the Real Jesus—or a Counterfeit?

    You claim John 1:1 teaches the Word is “a god,” not fully God, because of the missing definite article. That’s incorrect. The Greek phrase καὶ θεὸς ἦν ὁ λόγος (“and the Word was God”) places theos first for emphasis. This is a well-known structure in Greek grammar to show nature, not identity...
  17. bdavidc

    Who is this false Jesus everyone loves?

    You’re absolutely right to emphasize the danger of “another Jesus” and “another gospel.” Paul directly warned about this in 2 Corinthians 11:4, where he rebuked the Corinthians for being too quick to tolerate false teachers who preached a different Jesus, a different spirit, and a different...
  18. bdavidc

    Who is this false Jesus everyone loves?

    The “false Jesus everyone loves” is not the Jesus of the Bible. He’s a counterfeit created by culture, false religion, and soft preaching. He doesn't confront sin, doesn’t preach repentance, and never talks about hell. He’s portrayed as accepting everyone exactly as they are, without expecting...
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    Angel Defeats Evil

    Michael the archangel is a powerful angelic warrior in Scripture. His name means "Who is like God?" He is portrayed as a chief prince and protector of God’s people. In Daniel 10:13 and 21, Michael is described as contending with demonic forces. More here: https://arkstockphotos.com