And notice he can't answer the question. Many people cherry pick the parts of the Bible that make their argument but fail to see the big picture. I'm still working on the log in my own eye.
“When you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men … but when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your father who is unseen.”
What does your quote mean, in context, and contrasted with with Matthew 18:20: "For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” Or for that matter, Matthew 28:19-20 "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations..."
"When translated in a literal way, or “naked”, the Bible is wildly different from how it has always been narrated: there is not any almighty and all-knowing God, and there is no notion of eternity."
I see that you appear to be a Sadducee, denying eternal life. Which means that you are a Christ-denier. Sorry to see that. Turn to Jesus, beg forgiveness. He is eager to forgive.
Are we saved by grace? Or the law?
Bringing both barrels to bear to sus out the new handshake I see.
And notice he can't answer the question. Many people cherry pick the parts of the Bible that make their argument but fail to see the big picture. I'm still working on the log in my own eye.
What does your quote mean, in context, and contrasted with with Matthew 18:20: "For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” Or for that matter, Matthew 28:19-20 "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations..."
Let's get some stellar exegesis from you, VPN.
How can anyone believe in a "god" who would be that ridiculously petty.
Because these are the words of man, perverted numerous times.
Thanks for that very thoughtful and heartfelt explanation.
I was raised a Southern Baptist, but now a Raelian. Just to clear that up.
"When translated in a literal way, or “naked”, the Bible is wildly different from how it has always been narrated: there is not any almighty and all-knowing God, and there is no notion of eternity."
I see that you appear to be a Sadducee, denying eternal life. Which means that you are a Christ-denier. Sorry to see that. Turn to Jesus, beg forgiveness. He is eager to forgive.
God created man in his image - in that God is love and man can love and be loved.
I like what you write, but your handle is a bit crude for someone who loves the Lord.