Jeff,

It's a universal rule of hermeneutics that you NEVER formulate a doctrine based upon a less than clear text against myriad texts which are clear on the subject. <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

On that note, take a look at the several articles in the following section which deal with "Perseverance of the Saints" and other related articles for some good "ammunition". <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Go here: Predestination Index

In His grace,


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simul iustus et peccator

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