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(Q) said:He gave us prophets to understand Him
You know, I see these "prophets" everywhere standing on street corners and in parks. They all say something different from the other. Who am I to believe?
harold e. rice said:Lu 8:10
And he said, Unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God: but to
others in parables; that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not understand.
Doesnt make much sense to me.
A strange response from someone who demonstrates such little understanding of the Tanach and Midrash. Had you known half of what you pretend to know you would have noted, at the very least, that Luke 8:9 is a reference to Isaiah 6:9.Ronald said:IT DOES TO ME!
Seek first. ... Shabbat Shalom.
Lightkeeper said:Please get back on topic. The question was why did Jesus explain the parables only to his disciples and not to the general public.
(Q) said:I have considered that, it is necessary to consider something is false if one is really trying to find out if it is true. and in this process i decided to accept it as true.
So, irregardless of the inconsistencies, contradictions and fabrications, you still accepted the Bible as truth? Sorry, but I see no process in that.
you have nothing to worry about
... except for those who believe in imaginary gods, of course.
if you find one you feel good about
Unfortunately, after listening awhile, one quickly realizes they are all raving lunatics.