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I believe very strongly that obedience is an essential part of the Christian life. But very often it is preached, "believe in your heart, confess with your mouth ... you shall be saved", and of course it is true, because it is in the Bible, however, it bothered me that it was necessary to know as a precursor, that if you believe in Him, then you will obey Him. Without adding this part, the message would seem incomplete, or watered down. But from what you so beautifully explained, hear/believe/obey is wrapped 🫔 up together in that word. It adds more understanding to "My sheep hear my voice" -- of course, in my heart I knew that obey was included in hear, but you confirmed it for me with your knowledge. Thank you! 🙏😊
Blessings! Yes! Here is one from 1597 www.patricksrarebooks.com/product-page/geneva-bible or if you’d like one a little more affordable amzn.to/4f640Jr
Good insight here, I have a question for you... what are your thoughts on the translation of the ESV? The ESV is my go to but I fall back to the KJV when necessary.
I'm curious about your thoughts on the inclusion of The Shepherd of Hermas & The Epistle of Barnabas in the Codex Sinaiticus. I have listened to The Epistle of Barnabas several times. I've listened to some of the Shepherd of Hermas. I find them both intriguing. I find your Apocrypha series fascinating.
As a lover of all biblical texts, I find the “Epistle of Barnabas” to be of immense value, especially given its inclusion in the Codex Sinaiticus. The fact that this manuscript, one of the oldest and most significant Christian texts, preserves writings like the Epistle of Barnabas adds further weight to its historical and theological significance, even if many reject it as part of the canonical Bible. For me, these writings serve as important windows into the early church’s understanding of faith, doctrine, and the evolving relationship between Christianity and Judaism. I believe texts like the “Epistle of Barnabas” and “Shepherd of Hermas” offer rich insight into how early Christians wrestled with the foundational elements of the faith. Its preservation in such an important manuscript only deepens its value, and I approach it with a sense of appreciation, even if it is not universally accepted as part of the biblical canon. These texts, for me, are part of the broader conversation within early Christianity that shaped the faith as we know it today.
I personally prefer the theological / philosophical interpretation of the 1611 KJV but the Geneva Bible is not wrong. Ultimately The Holy Spirit must give you understanding.
Exactly! The Geneva Bible isn’t wrong at all-it really comes down to what we’re seeking in the translation we choose to read and study. The challenge is that many Bible readers assume 'the Bible is just the Bible,' without understanding the translation philosophy behind their chosen version.
I don't think the KJV translators were entering a Hebrew mindset. They sometimes translated other sources, and the most prominent one they use is the Vulgate. It has _qui autem incredulus est Filio,_ which would come into English as the same as the KJV. They did this also in Hos 6.5 where they avoided the MT "hewed" and chose a Targum which read "shewed." This was changed in the 1769 edition to "hewed." So it would be consistent with their methods to choose a translational source as an authority. I was lazy and lifted that example from the front matter of the New Cambridge Paragraph Bible. For the relation of faith and works, this is also not a Hebrew mindset thing, but it's integral to the Gospel. Matthew Bates has a wonderful book called _Salvation by Allegiance Alone_ that chronicles how faith involved far more than just belief for both Greeks and Jews. For my part, I'd say "obeyeth" is both more faithful to the Greek and emphasizes the sense of the verb πιστεύω better (following the research in Bates' book for that).
If you say you believe and have not obedience then you are deceived, you don't truly believe. Likewise if you believe not, then you certainly will not obey.
The word is Spirit which is action. Believing and obeying are synonymous. What do we believe about Jesus that gives us eternal/everlasting life? That he died for the sins of the whole world and that he takes away sin because of God's love and mercy for us. Believing this is obeying. That's why the theif on the cross next to Jesus was saved that day without any other work of faith being done. John 16:8 And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment:9 Of sin, because they believe not on me;
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Awesome! Thank you. This is so helpful.
Thank you for watching and for your kindness! I appreciate you. Go to my website and download your FREE copy of my 31-Day Devotional Hidden Treasures at gclmedia.org
Excellent! Thank you for this 🙏.
You are most welcome! What resonated with you most?
I believe very strongly that obedience is an essential part of the Christian life. But very often it is preached, "believe in your heart, confess with your mouth ... you shall be saved", and of course it is true, because it is in the Bible, however, it bothered me that it was necessary to know as a precursor, that if you believe in Him, then you will obey Him. Without adding this part, the message would seem incomplete, or watered down. But from what you so beautifully explained, hear/believe/obey is wrapped 🫔 up together in that word. It adds more understanding to "My sheep hear my voice" -- of course, in my heart I knew that obey was included in hear, but you confirmed it for me with your knowledge. Thank you! 🙏😊
@mybeautifuldoggies I am so grateful that this video has helped you. It is an honor and I appreciate you.
🤔🤔🤔 Once you see it, you can't unsee it. It is paramount that we keep our spiritual eyes open to see all that God has for us.
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Amen I was literally thinking the same exact thing. Then read the comments & u already beat me to it lol.
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I have been looking for Geneva for a very long time can you tell me where I can find Geneva?
Blessings! Yes! Here is one from 1597 www.patricksrarebooks.com/product-page/geneva-bible or if you’d like one a little more affordable amzn.to/4f640Jr
Good insight here, I have a question for you... what are your thoughts on the translation of the ESV? The ESV is my go to but I fall back to the KJV when necessary.
The ESV is my go-to for all my collegiate and seminary assignments!
Although I dont agree with everything about the ESVs translation philosophy.
Faith and obedience are definitely intertwined! Good stuff brother!
I dig really deep into this concept in my book Elucidations. It's so much more to faith than meets the eye.
I'm curious about your thoughts on the inclusion of The Shepherd of Hermas & The Epistle of Barnabas in the Codex Sinaiticus. I have listened to The Epistle of Barnabas several times. I've listened to some of the Shepherd of Hermas. I find them both intriguing. I find your Apocrypha series fascinating.
As a lover of all biblical texts, I find the “Epistle of Barnabas” to be of immense value, especially given its inclusion in the Codex Sinaiticus. The fact that this manuscript, one of the oldest and most significant Christian texts, preserves writings like the Epistle of Barnabas adds further weight to its historical and theological significance, even if many reject it as part of the canonical Bible.
For me, these writings serve as important windows into the early church’s understanding of faith, doctrine, and the evolving relationship between Christianity and Judaism. I believe texts like the “Epistle of Barnabas” and “Shepherd of Hermas” offer rich insight into how early Christians wrestled with the foundational elements of the faith. Its preservation in such an important manuscript only deepens its value, and I approach it with a sense of appreciation, even if it is not universally accepted as part of the biblical canon. These texts, for me, are part of the broader conversation within early Christianity that shaped the faith as we know it today.
I'm going to have to do a video on it! Thank you for asking this question! It needs to be talked about!
@@gclmedia Thank you for your in depth commentary Pastor G! I would love to see a video on this!
Not a problem! I love God’s word and I appreciate you!
I personally prefer the theological / philosophical interpretation of the 1611 KJV but the Geneva Bible is not wrong. Ultimately The Holy Spirit must give you understanding.
Exactly! The Geneva Bible isn’t wrong at all-it really comes down to what we’re seeking in the translation we choose to read and study. The challenge is that many Bible readers assume 'the Bible is just the Bible,' without understanding the translation philosophy behind their chosen version.
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Wow! That is definitely a big difference.
I guess when I hear the two different translations, I hear a different emphasis and urgency.
The dynamics of each translation do give a sense of urgency. Even with the difference the continuity still shines through.
I don't think the KJV translators were entering a Hebrew mindset. They sometimes translated other sources, and the most prominent one they use is the Vulgate. It has _qui autem incredulus est Filio,_ which would come into English as the same as the KJV.
They did this also in Hos 6.5 where they avoided the MT "hewed" and chose a Targum which read "shewed." This was changed in the 1769 edition to "hewed." So it would be consistent with their methods to choose a translational source as an authority. I was lazy and lifted that example from the front matter of the New Cambridge Paragraph Bible.
For the relation of faith and works, this is also not a Hebrew mindset thing, but it's integral to the Gospel. Matthew Bates has a wonderful book called _Salvation by Allegiance Alone_ that chronicles how faith involved far more than just belief for both Greeks and Jews. For my part, I'd say "obeyeth" is both more faithful to the Greek and emphasizes the sense of the verb πιστεύω better (following the research in Bates' book for that).
This is a video that is teaching us all to train your perspective to rightly divide the scripture and translate the hidden truth
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As always well said my brother. keep up the great work its much needed now adays.
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If you say you believe and have not obedience then you are deceived, you don't truly believe. Likewise if you believe not, then you certainly will not obey.
It’s interesting how closely belief and obedience are intertwined, yet so much more nuanced than it seems.
The word is Spirit which is action. Believing and obeying are synonymous. What do we believe about Jesus that gives us eternal/everlasting life? That he died for the sins of the whole world and that he takes away sin because of God's love and mercy for us. Believing this is obeying. That's why the theif on the cross next to Jesus was saved that day without any other work of faith being done.
John 16:8 And when he is come, he will reprove the world of sin, and of righteousness, and of judgment:9 Of sin, because they believe not on me;