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There are at least six ways in which my opponents proposition may be may be proven to be unscriptural. (continued) Chart 1 - D Find one PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE which teaches that one who is in a proper relationship with God, (i.e., engrafted) MAY FAIL to continue to grow spiritually. Jesus taught that some would (Matthew 13:18-23; Mark 4:14-20; Luke 8:11-15):1. Hear and RECEIVE the word with joy. Matthew 13:20 2. For a while BELIEVE. Luke 8:13 3. When tribulation or persecution ariseth BECAUSE OF THE WORD, by and by they are offended. Matthew 13:21. "FALL AWAY" Luke 8:13 1. Hear the Word and go forth. Luke 8:14 Chart 1 - E Find one PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE which teaches that one who is in a proper relationship with God, (i.e., engrafted) may fail to continue in the doctrine of Christ. Paul called the elders of the church of Ephesus (Ephesians 20:17, 28-30): "Not the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils." 1 Timothy 4:1 Chart 1 - F Find one PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE which teaches that one who is in a proper relationship with God (i.e., engrafted) MAY DIE in a lost condition. Peter teaches that some who (2 Peter 2:20-22): Their apostasy was compared to the proverb of the dog returning to his own vomit and the sow to wallowing in the mire. Howard I. See |