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    Mark 2 1-5

    That's fine for those who can read Hebrew and Greek. How many Christians do know who can read Hebrew and Greek? The KJB, a direct translation from the original languages, holds a significant place in our religious heritage. The translators, as they should have, did consult other translations...
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    There will be no Rapture!!!

    I like the word rapture myself, it has seven letters, a significant number in Scripture. It's simple, really. Go to Google Translate and put in "caught up," and in today's Latin, it shows as "raptus." Another significant definition of raptus is "animus exultant" or "soul exulting." "And my soul...
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    There will be no Rapture!!!

    I applaud your patience with this person "It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling." (Proverbs 20:3 KJB)
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    There will be no Rapture!!!

    While I'm new here, I appreciate your perspective. However, I'm concerned about the stress and fear that the pre-wrath or post-trib rapture teachings are causing among the brethren. This fear and misunderstanding of Scripture, particularly the distinction between the Church and the Jewish...
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    There will be no Rapture!!!

    Matthew's message is particularly poignant for the Jews, and Matthew 24 is a direct address to the Jewish disciples. The 'chosen ones' or 'elect' (KJB) referred to here are the Jews who, in a powerful testament to faith and resilience, find salvation during the tribulation. Where do you get...
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    Hello I'm Mark, an American expatriate living in South Africa.

    Thank you. As far as the KJB is concerned there is mathematical proof that it is the preserved Word of God. I don't know if you saw the link I provided; truthischrist.com. I guarantee you will be blessed by watching at least one of the videos. There is another video here on the history of the...
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    Hello I'm Mark, an American expatriate living in South Africa.

    I'm a veteran myself, but after Vietnam (1969-70) I didn't care to stay in. It was many years after I was saved (1967) that I really got into the Scriptures. In fact, it wasn't until 2009 that I discovered the riches therein, which was an interesting story of a miracle brought about through...
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    Hello I'm Mark, an American expatriate living in South Africa.

    Thank you! I hope to be a valued member and contributor.
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    Hello I'm Mark, an American expatriate living in South Africa.

    I'm no better than anyone else, but I have yet to misunderstand Scripture, that I'm aware of, but I'm always willing to learn from those willing to teach in humility. "Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through...
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    Mark 2 1-5

    Considering "it is clear that the scholarly consensus that the New Testament was written in Greek is correct. The Aramaic (and perhaps sometimes Hebrew) words of Jesus and his earliest followers still grace some pages of the New Testament, either explicitly or implicitly." A complete Jewish...
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    What Changed?

    No, I don't think that. Demons are around, making up 1/3 of an innumerable number of fallen angels. All I'm saying or agreeing with is that most say they are being attacked by Satan rather than being possessed by a demon. I believe that UAPs and aliens are proof that demons are around.
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    Hello I'm Mark, an American expatriate living in South Africa.

    No, I'm afraid not. lol I am of Irish descent, and my name is Mark, from Marcus. "Marcus is a traditionally masculine name with Gaelic and Latin roots. It can mean "polite," "shining," and "hammer." I opened a Facebook group Called "The Hammer Group For The Preservation Of The True Gospel,"...
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    Hello I'm Mark, an American expatriate living in South Africa.

    Thank you for the welcome. I'm not necessarily looking for a debate, especially anything vicious. I believe that a respectful exchange of ideas is crucial, and a believer should be neither vicious nor mean-spirited. I wanted to put myself out there and tell people where I stand on core issues...
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    What Changed?

    God gave us free will so Satan doesn't kill babies; we do. Some give Satan *too much power, but he can do nothing without God's permission (See the story of Job). Think about this: Satan can only be in one place at a time, so how does he attack so many at once? I bet that at any given time, half...
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    Hello I'm Mark, an American expatriate living in South Africa.

    As a new member, I'm not just here to observe, but to actively contribute and assist in any way possible. While I may not be a scholar, my 57 years as a Christian have equipped me with knowledge and experience that I'm eager to share. I look forward to being a part of this community and making a...
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    I'm New, I'm Neurodivergent

    Although I now reside in South Africa (a long story in itself), my roots are in Washington state. I have a personal connection to the topic of neurodiversity as my grandson, who lives in Vancouver, is on the spectrum. As a new member, I'm eager to contribute and assist in any way I can.