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Contributed by Phil Spadaro
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Monday, 24 April 2006 |
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Page 2 of 3 Unless one deliberately avoids sections of God’s word, they
can escape an accurate description of who He is. The bible is replete with word
pictures of our Lord. If we lean toward seeing God as vengeful, jealous and
condemning then fellowship with brothers and sisters who see God’s merciful
side may be helpful. Conversely, those who only see God is love and forgiveness
and ignore his wrathful side will have a skewed picture of the Lord. Fellowship
with those who have a more balanced vantage will help.
In theology, both approaches to scripture, (EA and EP) will
reach the same conclusions. Fellowship with one another will fine tune their
perspective on God and His nature.
Salvation Doctrine
Salvation doctrine concerns matters which determine our
relationship (initial and ongoing) with God. These include subjects touching on
our initial contact with God through His word, Romans 10:17; whether we respond
with faith, Acts 16:30-31; if we repent and are baptized for the remission of
sins and the gift of the Holy Spirit, Acts 2:38; and if we continue in our
obedience, Luke 8:13 & Hebrews 6:6.
Either hermeneutical technique will lead one to the same
basic conclusions concerning salvation doctrine. A faithful baptism for the
forgiveness of sins and continued obedience is necessary to enter heaven. The
bible is clear and explicit about how and why to be saved. The word of God even
tells us that this is clear matter. Hebrews 6:1-3 tells us that baptism and
repentance are “elementary teachings”. Ephesians 4:5 says there is only one way
to interpret the important elements of theology and salvation doctrine.
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