[P-Marlowe]

The only one we need to assist us in the interpretation of Scripture is the Holy Spirit. Why do I feel like I'm posting to a Catholic?

If you are convinced that every doctrine you believe is 100% correct and you fully understand every single scripture in the 66 books of the Bible, then I suppose we should all consult you on the soundness of all doctrines.

Obviously you think that what you believe is 100% in line with what the Holy Spirit teaches all those who would only listen to Him. You listen to the Holy Spirit, and therefore you're doctrine is correct.

Personally, I must admit that I do not have a 100% understanding of anything. For some reason, I'm not convinced that every doctrine I fell warm and fuzzy about is correct. I need teachers.

Since you seem to believe that the Holy Spirit has taught you all things and that your understanding of scripture is basically infallible, then perhaps I should just ask you about every doctrine and then you can assure me that since this is what the Holy Spirit taught you, that it cannot be wrong.

So first Question:

Ephesians 1:11 says the following:

In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will:

Could you explain to me just what that verse is talking about. What does the Holy Spirit tell you about the predestination that Paul is referring to there?

Thanks for your help.

[metmom]

Romans 8:29 For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers.

[CynicalBear]

>>Since you seem to believe that the Holy Spirit has taught you all things and that your understanding of scripture is basically infallible<<

So now the Calvinists view the leadership in their churches as infallible too? Who knew?

[HarleyD]

So first Question: Ephesians 1:11 says the following:...

Is this before or after I get my definition on "free will"? ;O)

[Cronos]

I suppose we should all consult you on the soundness of all doctrines.

that would seem to be the aim....