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There's a lengthy discussion on this topic here Ultimately, I think we can all agree that there was an historical Jesus. The problem that DV and most aethiests have is accepting his divinity as documented in the NT. I would challenge everyone to apply the science of textual criticism to...

I'll be gone on vacation for a week, but look forward to picking this back up when I return.

There is an important distinction that needs to be made here—one between the nation of Israel and Christians. When we say that God is immutable, we are referring to His essence, attributes, consciousness, and will, not whether His covenants and dealings with men are temporary or designated...

Well to start, this quote troubles me: “Many attempt to say Sha’ul’s (Paul’s) teachings superceeded Yeshua’s (Jesus’s), but can the servant superceed the Master, G-d Himself in the flesh? To borrow from Sha’ul, G-d Forbid!” I’m sure we both agree with 2 Tim. 3:16: “All Scripture is given...

I don't know how much more clearer I can make it. Jesus observed the Feasts because He was Jewish. That, however, doesn't equal a mandate for Christians. You, on the other hand, think that it does by asserting that "Christians" are "mandated" to observe the Jewish Feasts. I've asked you to show...

Again, I asked where is the “mandate” in the New Testament to keep “The Law.” The New Testament says exactly the opposite. Again, read Acts 15:5-11. Well, first of all, God is speaking to the Israelites. Again, The New Testament is clear that “Christians” are no longer under “The Law.” Lev...

I assume when you say we should follow the law because we are saved, you mean all of it. You’re basically saying that we are under The Law (The Old Testament) out of obedience to Christ, which goes against practically the entire New Testament. How do you reconcile with the New Testament that...

I’ll just refer you to my post above. And please don’t bring in the Millennial Reign of Christ from Zech. 14 to try and prove your point. We’re talking about a new Jerusalem and Temple at that point. Regarding Lev. 23:31 - That's taken completely out of context! lev 23:30 And whatsoever...

Please understand that I'm not trying to take anything away from your choice to observe the Passover. In fact, I encourage you to pursue your decision, as you feel led. However, I refuse to accept your attempt to push a legalistic interpretation on the readers here. Again, there is no mandate in...

Where in the New Testament does it command us to keep the feasts? Where did Jesus give this ordinance? Lets get one thing straight right off the bat. Keeping the Feasts according to the Torah does in fact require offering animal sacrifices. It is impossible to avoid this conclusion. Any...

Let's review the highlights of biblical inerrancy: 1. Biblical inerrancy only refers to the original autographical texts, not the copies. 2. The copyist errors are minor (e.g. numeric errors) which have no affect on any doctrine in the Bible 3. There are very few copyist errors. (check...

You answered your own question. To put it quite simply, yes, and that someone was God. Redundancy doesn't equate to errancy. I hope you're not suggesting that, and if so, what is your justification?

It's as simple as any denomination (believer is more accurate) who denies Jesus' teachings are not Christians. We've had this discussion many times before, DV. http://www.cgalliance.org/forums/showpost.php?p=116963&postcount=20 "Let's remember that being a Christian is not tied to a...

The fact remains that there are secular references to Jesus and Christians (interpolations excluded) which are accepted by secular historians and theologians alike. That alone is nothing short of amazing The reality is, Paul's writings, which most aren't disputed, we're written to Jesus'...

This article does a good job of explaining some of the principles thought to apply. Ultimately, it comes down to God's sovereign right to judge the hearts of men. Will the unevangelized go to Hell?