FK: But I thought you have said that in Paul's time THE TRADITION was full blown Judaism.
St. Paul said "stand firm and hold to the traditions which you were taught, whether by word of mouth or by letter from us." [2 Thes 2:15] He was specifically referring to his gospel [v. 14] .
I don't think he was refering to Judaism. I tink you are confusing another issue.
No, I'm saying that that sentence in the Bible is God's word
Ok.
That doesn't make my whole post God's word.
I thought God is in control of your life. Are you now saying He is not?
FK: "We know that it came from God if it is in the Bible."
Kosta: And how do we know that?
FK: The Bible claims it is from God
Oh, boy, if I have ever seen circular reasoning! This one is a keeper, Forest Keeper! :)
I thought God is in control of your life. Are you now saying He is not?
God is in control. The term "God's word" refers to His specific revelation to us in the Bible. It is infallible. I am not infallible since I make mitakes. :) God allows me to make my mistakes, ultimately for my good. Other mistakes I would have otherwise made, He disallows to happen for His own reasons and for my good. So, God remains in control.
FK: "We know that it came from God if it is in the Bible."
Kosta: And how do we know that?
FK: The Bible claims it is from God
Kosta: Oh, boy, if I have ever seen circular reasoning! This one is a keeper, Forest Keeper! :)
You don't work for NBC do you? :) You edited my statement to make it look like that's all I said. My answer was:
The Bible claims it is from God, and internal/external tests show that it is. Ultimately, Holy Spirit confirms God's word for us so that we can know it.
It is important that the Bible makes its claim, but that is not enough alone. God speaks to us through the Bible and His sheep will recognize and follow His voice.