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Originally Posted by Apprehended
This is not my concern...
My concern is for all of those tongue talkers that have been baptized in Jesus' name, never misses a service at home church, keeps the whole law (read rules) and are still not saved.
Sadest note that of Saraph song.
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What we do is so important and cannot be overlooked.
Paul had a concern to for those that KNOW, but do not DO. Actions/deeds are so underrated, IMO.
You who call yourselves Jews are relying on God’s law, and you
boast about your special relationship with him. You
know what he wants; you
know what is right because you have been taught his law. You are convinced that you are a guide for the blind and a light for people who are lost in darkness. You think you can instruct the ignorant and teach children the ways of God. For you are certain that in God’s law you have complete
knowledge and truth. Well then, if you teach others, why don’t you teach yourself? You tell others not to steal, but do you steal? You say it is wrong to commit adultery, but do you commit adultery? You condemn idolatry, but do you use items stolen from pagan temples? You are so
proud of knowing the law, but you
dishonor God by breaking it. No wonder the Scriptures say, “The Gentiles blaspheme the name of God because of you.” (
Romans 2:17-24)
Paul puts emphasis on what we do (our deeds/actions)
"But there will be glory and honor and peace from God for
all who do good..." (
Romans 2:10)
"For it is not merely knowing the law that brings God's approval. It is obeying the law that makes us right in his sight..." (
Romans 2:13)
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