If all the proofs vs. OSAS were posted at once, the system would crash!
James was writing to Jewish believers whose salvation was in doubt.
And the best of what he has to offer is an old fav of mine,
and should be an old fav of everyone who loves Jesus, but alas 'tis not …
James 1:12-16, NKJV
"Blessed is the man who endures temptation;
for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of (eternal) life
which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God”;
for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone.
But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed.
Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin;
and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth (eternal) death.
Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren."
Yes, I may need to post proof again that "the crown of life" IS eternal life!
So, any offers (of requiring proof)?
Meanwhile, how much overcoming of sin is required for one to finally
be approved unto eternal life ... Oh, how about a whole life-time?
Yes, approximately 10 other verses agree that this is what is required! (These are not listed below)
James 1:21-22, NKJV
“Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness (from your past life),
and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.
But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”
But, Lord, some people think they are justified and saved when they first receive the Holy Spirit.
James 2:24
“You see then that a man is justified by works, and not by faith only.”
James 5:19-20, NKJV
“Brethren, if anyone among you wanders from the truth,
and someone turns him back,
let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way
will save a soul from death and cover a multitude of sins.”
Now, let’s see … does the Lord kill the brethren who wander from the Truth?
No, don’t think so … never seen nor heard of that.
Oh, my, could it be that we’re talking here about eternal death (once again)?
Yes, it’s the same old story …
We must remain in the faith until death to finally receive eternal life
… because salvation is a life-long process.
James was writing to Jewish believers whose salvation was in doubt.
And the best of what he has to offer is an old fav of mine,
and should be an old fav of everyone who loves Jesus, but alas 'tis not …
James 1:12-16, NKJV
"Blessed is the man who endures temptation;
for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of (eternal) life
which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.
Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God”;
for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone.
But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed.
Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin;
and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth (eternal) death.
Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren."
Yes, I may need to post proof again that "the crown of life" IS eternal life!
So, any offers (of requiring proof)?
Meanwhile, how much overcoming of sin is required for one to finally
be approved unto eternal life ... Oh, how about a whole life-time?
Yes, approximately 10 other verses agree that this is what is required! (These are not listed below)
James 1:21-22, NKJV
“Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness (from your past life),
and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.
But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”
But, Lord, some people think they are justified and saved when they first receive the Holy Spirit.
James 2:24
“You see then that a man is justified by works, and not by faith only.”
James 5:19-20, NKJV
“Brethren, if anyone among you wanders from the truth,
and someone turns him back,
let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way
will save a soul from death and cover a multitude of sins.”
Now, let’s see … does the Lord kill the brethren who wander from the Truth?
No, don’t think so … never seen nor heard of that.
Oh, my, could it be that we’re talking here about eternal death (once again)?
Yes, it’s the same old story …
We must remain in the faith until death to finally receive eternal life
… because salvation is a life-long process.
