The article discusses the misconception of Jesus’ “do not judge” teaching among Christians, emphasizing that it does not prohibit moral judgment. It argues for the necessity of discerning justice amidst suffering, advocating that a restored conscience allows one to judge rightly and act with integrity, fulfilling the Golden Rule in all circumstances.
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Demystify Our English Translation of 1 Corinthians 7:29-31
1Cor. 7:29(ESV) This is what I mean, brothers: the appointed time has grown very short. From now on, let those who have wives live as though they had none, 30 and those who mourn as though they were not mourning, and those who rejoice as though they were not rejoicing, and those who buy as though they had no goods, 31 …
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Psalm 143, ‘Enter not into Judgement… for no one living is righteous before you’? Debunking Luther’s Mis-construal of the Psalms of David
Summary:
The interpretation of Martin Luther’s theology, particularly his antisemitic beliefs and misinterpretation of Psalm 143, has led to significant theological implications. Luther’s construal of Psalm 143 misrepresents the biblical faith in God’s Final Judgment according to works and morality, leading to a dichotomy between God’s justice and mercy. This misinterpretation has perpetuated in Protestant theology and contributed to the antisemitic views expressed by Luther in his book “On the Jews and Their Lies”. The scrutiny of Luther’s theology and its implications emphasizes the necessity for continuous reformation and a deeper understanding of biblical truths.
Coke by Coin Alone? 2Peter 1:5-11
After travelling lightyears through the galaxy, he finally found a civilisation on a blue planet- Earth. Mission target: a human procuring nutrient supply at the Coca-Cola vending machine. Observation: firstly, the human was holding a small piece of metal in flat circular shape. He inserted it into this machine; the next moment, out came a metal object …
Paul’s teaching we Protestants have twisted Pt. 2, Romans 2:6-11
Paul maintains the fundamental faith of Israel and teaches God’s Final universal Judgment according to works as the principle for salvation: those who are saved are those who will be able to stand God’s Final Judgment on the basis of their works and morality. While Paul speaks about it in various parts of his letters, it is …
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