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what i see is an unreasonable attempt to insistently read into Scripture that which is not there, partly based upon a superficial understanding of what salvation by grace means, and which both Peter and Paul preached, and later expanded theologically upon in writing to believers.

BUMP! BUMP! BUMP!

I read superficial as 'a natural man' who cannot understand the things of God because God's Word is spiritually discerned.

I, too, have been busy and had time only to dabble here towards the end of the thread and responded to a few that needed immediate attention and that's when it was proclaimed 'we all' decided it was time to turn out the lights. I still haven't read the thread; but will still address some issues.

As usual, you hit it out of the park. Actually, since your first appearance on FR you have been doing that. THANKS, Daniel!

[daniel1212]

As usual, you hit it out of the park.

Hardly, as it could be much improved, but thank God for He approved and edifies. And for your encouragement.