The completed New International Version was published in 1978. It was edited by a committee from five English speaking countries representing 10 different churches. There are apparent flaws in this translation. In attempting to make passages more easily understood, it paraphrases, leaves out words given by God by inspiration, creating confusion and difficulty for many in … [Read more...] about Translations: NIV
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CONVICTED BY CONVICTIONS!
In his letter to Christians at Thessalonica, Paul noted the manner in which the Gospel had been shared with them where we read. . . “(4) For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, (5) because our gospel came to … [Read more...] about CONVICTED BY CONVICTIONS!
Defending the Truth….Using the Bible
Jesus Christ – The church was – There is – A faithful church -- Colossians 3:16 ------------------------------------------------------------------ Seek ye out of the book of the Lord, and read. Isaiah 34:16 … [Read more...] about Defending the Truth….Using the Bible
HEAVENLY WISDOM! (Part 4 of 9)
James exhorted. . . “(17) But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.” (James 3:17 … [Read more...] about HEAVENLY WISDOM! (Part 4 of 9)
HEAVENLY WISDOM! (Part 1 of 9)
There are some who claim to accept all beliefs equally. However, many of those individuals seem quick to dismiss the authority of God’s Word. Even in the pooling of all the wisdom “of the world” shouldn’t it readily be seen that it can’t all fit together, but that there is great conflict between varying world views? … [Read more...] about HEAVENLY WISDOM! (Part 1 of 9)