Posted by: Kaylan Christopher on October 22, 2008 Biblical Values •
Thomas Jefferson is often touted as being a great Founding Father of our nation. And while he was certainly instrumental in our nation’s beginnings, it is interesting to note he was also one of the greatest deists in that group.
A well-known skeptic of religion and God, it is reported that he took scissors to his copy of the Bible—cutting out all accounts of supernatural experiences and what he believed to be misinterpretations from the Gospels. He called it “The Life and Morals of Jesus of Nazareth,” which was later renamed the Jefferson Bible by friends.
Saying the outcome of the book was the result of a lifetime of reflection, he began with Jesus’ birth, but left out the part about the angel, virgin birth, and prophecy. He took out the miracles of Jesus and references to His divinity. And he took out the account of the resurrection ending it abruptly with this: “There laid they Jesus. And rolled a great stone to the door of the sepulcher, and departed.”
You may be appalled at Jefferson’s temerity, but it’s important we know this historical fact. Just this last week, I heard this illustration and it brought to my attention how often people do this very thing today—probably much more than we realize.
People—yes, even self-proclaimed Christians—treat the Bible like its a buffet, where they go to pick and choose what they like and what they don’t. And especially concerning many of today’s societal hot topics, they decide what things they’re going to believe and what they refuse to accept—even going so far as to manipulate its words to fit their ideals.
God’s Word is complete, inerrant, and infallible. Let me say this again—God’s Word is whole, including all supernatural events, with no mistakes or holes, and is not to be misinterpreted.
Revelation 22:18-19 says, “To everyone who hears the prophetic words of this book [the Bible]: If anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues that are written in this book. And if anyone takes away from the words of this prophetic book, God will take away his share of the tree of life and the holy city, written in this book.”
In the wake of the upcoming election and the increasing wave of people accepting a melting pot religion, let’s never forget that God’s Word is complete truth—plain and simple—and, yes, sometimes the truth hurts. Stand firm on it. Believe in it. Share it with others.
Next entry: The Election and the Supreme Court Previous entry: An Unknown FutureThis is so true with Pat Robertson of the 700 Club, who use to be the whistle blower on any liberal leanings in the government now endorsing Barack Obama. We should all be aware of the Word of God’s conviction in our own lives and vote what we believe reflect It. Rev. 22:18-19
Posted by on October 26, 2008.
Pat Robertson is not endorsing Barack Obama.
Posted by on October 29, 2008.
Yeah, I know that now. I had a gaffe too. Sorry. I think Robertson came forward before the primaries supporting McCain, and I interpreted this in my mind as not voting values as Huckabee was the more conservative voice on abortion. Do you know what I mean? I am so sorry for saying he was supporting Obama. I do still believe (as reflected on many of these posts) Christians are not necessarily voting Biblical values before economy, which to me is very disheartening. “Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first...” 2 Thessalonians 2:3 No matter who wins, this is still the greatest most blessed nation, God is still on the throne, and my condolences to the Obama family for the loss of his grandmother.
Posted by on November 4, 2008.
I believe in the affore mentioned text
about how we are not to add nor are we to take away from the infallable \
word od the Lord. If one really fears the Lord and His power we will be very careful how we are to respond. Did not the word of the Lord sa to be swift to hear and slow to speak. Many of our leaders should be aware of this passage of scripture
James 1:19 if we do we will be less likely to make errors in our speech and have to repent later. We must no matter what we do we must stand upon the principles set forth in the word of God.
Posted by Patricia Morris on December 29, 2008.
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