Something I would say is "simple and straightforward" is the trustworthiness of the Reformation text of Scripture, the AV. Yes, discerning the hand of God in providentially preserving it -- including bringing certain genuine readings into the hands of the Reformation editors -- can be complex; and to further confound the "wise and learned" -- only apprehended by faith (in His promises, and His word generally). But then the entire revelation of God is apprehended in this manner.

I often find that when studying, and mastering (as much as we are able), the complexities of various subjects, there is a simplicity that arises concerning them in our understanding. The Lord Jesus is the paragon of this: He demolished the finest legal arguments -- and traps! -- of the rabbis and lawyers by the simplicity and profundity of His sayings. May He grant us this sort of wisdom and economy in our speech!

Steve

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Steve Rafalsky
Elder, International Evangelical Church (Reformed)
Limassol, Cyprus

"I am set for the defense of the gospel" (Philippians 1:17)

"Strengthened with all might, according to His glorious
power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness..." (Colossians 1:11)

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