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Regeneration before Faith – Some Scriptural Arguments
The Argument Jesus asked, “And if I say the truth, why do ye not believe me?” (John 8:46) After Jesus explained why, the Jews scoffed at him: “Say we not well that thou art a Samaritan, and hast a devil?” (John 8:48) What is the answer, though? Why do some people not believe the gospel?…
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Exegetical Thoughts on the Golden Chain in Romans 8
Our text for consideration today is Romans 8. The passage is a marvelously Trinitarian passage, with the activities of the Father, Son, and Spirit shown to be in harmony throughout. The passage is part of a larger passage designed to comfort the Romans reading this letter, because the Trinity is on their side. Romans 8:28-308:28 …