brian
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Post by brian on Oct 8, 2017 23:17:26 GMT -6
I cant say studying the word is a waste of time, no matter what part of it you are studying. Some people are fascinated by the gospels, some by the old testament miracles, some by end times prophecy. I believe God gave us our unique curiosities for a reason, who knows maybe after we have gone home someone will stumble across this site and these conversations and God will use our written words to inspire and save. I would like to think that whatever I leave behind can help others in ways I may have failed to while here. Well put, brian! 2 Tim 3:16 came to mind: All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness
If we take this seriously, then we have no excuse. Skipping any scripture is IMO equivalent in relinquishing the blessing. As church history tells. Even today. Thank you!!! I was trying to remember that verse, and for the life of me my brain would not work! (Guess I could have googled it, you can google everything. Oh well hahaha) |
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Post by rt on Oct 9, 2017 21:17:13 GMT -6
I study what comes after because first of all it is God's word, and He wants me to read and study His word- all of it, not just what appeals to me. Secondly, what comes after helps shed light on what came before and I am not just talking about the rapture but the events of the Old Testament, the promises God made to Israel, both blessings and curses that would befall them in their rebellion, and the New Testament and the role Christ plays in all of it. It sheds light on the prophecies of the Old Testament, and Daniel in particular. It is also the end of the story, or rather it concludes this part of the story and speaks to the rest of our story in eternity. It also demonstrates the Character of God. And it is simply amazing that God gave us a window into the future and if God gave me a window to look through, then I am very interested in taking a look!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 10, 2017 21:15:08 GMT -6
Thanks all, for the great answers! I feel we've covered what I was looking for in this thread.
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