That is a falsehood. I did not assert that "finished" really meant "consummated", I stated that "tetelestai" meant consummated. Although there is some definitional overlap finished and consummated are two different words. I asked what you thought consummated really meant. And, by the way, I never got an answer.
It is positively Orwellian to participate in a discussion in which linguistic and definitional nuance is rejected outright and my statements are manipulated to fit a similar preconceived conclusion. It is double-plus-ungood. The old maxim that the best defense is a good offense does not apply to these discussions and I have no desire to engage in a mud wrestling match. When you want to participate in an honest discussion get back to me. Until then, have a wonderful life.
"When you want to participate in an honest discussion get back to me. Until then, have a wonderful life."
How do you have an honest discussion with people who blaspheme the Holy Spirit by claiming the Holy Spirit leads them to teach as the Truth today the exact opposite of what they claim the Holy Spirit led them to teach as the Truth yesterday?
In spite of the pretense of relying on Scripture, the only thing that constantly comes through in all their arguments is their dedication to the declaration, "Non serviam"
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