Dear Blog Readers,
I want to take a moment to address something that has been weighing heavily on my heart. As many of you know, this blog has been dedicated to addressing and combating false teachings, particularly those surrounding the doctrine of Verbal Plenary Preservation (VPP). For those unfamiliar, VPP is the belief that every word of the original biblical manuscripts has been perfectly preserved in specific translations (often the KJV). While we hold the Bible in the highest regard as the inspired and inerrant Word of God, we have taken a stand against the dogmatic and divisive claims of VPP, which we believe are not supported by Scripture or history.
In doing so, we have faced significant spiritual and verbal attacks. These attacks have come in various forms—harsh criticism, personal insults, and even attempts to discredit our character and motives. Some have accused us of undermining the authority of Scripture, while others have claimed we are spreading heresy. Let me be clear: our goal has never been to attack individuals or to diminish the Word of God. Rather, we seek to uphold the truth of Scripture and encourage believers to think critically and biblically about these issues.
Why We Continue to Write
We believe that truth matters. False teachings, no matter how well-intentioned, can lead believers astray and cause unnecessary division within the body of Christ. By addressing these issues, we hope to equip you with sound biblical reasoning and a deeper understanding of the historical and textual realities of Scripture. Our desire is to see the Church united around the true Gospel and the unchanging truth of God’s Word.
The Spiritual Battle
The attacks we’ve faced are not merely human in origin. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us that “we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.” When we engage in defending the truth, we are stepping into a spiritual battle. The enemy does not want the truth to prevail, and he will use any means necessary to silence those who stand for it.
How You Can Respond
Pray for Us: We need your prayers for strength, wisdom, and protection as we continue to write and address these issues. Pray that we would remain steadfast in truth and love, and that our words would bring glory to God.
Stand Firm in Truth: Arm yourselves with the Word of God. Study it deeply, and let it be your foundation. When false teachings arise, you will be equipped to discern and refute them.
Respond with Grace: If you encounter those who disagree with us, respond with grace and humility. Our goal is not to win arguments but to win hearts for Christ.
Share the Truth: If you find our posts helpful, share them with others. The more believers are equipped to discern truth from error, the stronger the Church will be.
To those who have supported us, thank you. Your encouragement means more than you know. To those who have attacked us, we hold no bitterness. We pray that God would open your eyes to the truth and that we might all grow in unity and love for Christ and His Word.
Let us continue to fight the good fight of faith, not with anger or pride, but with humility, love, and a steadfast commitment to the truth of Scripture.
In Christ,
The Bloggers
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