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Old 07-03-2007, 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Civbert View Post
We are to reason through the Scriptures to understand the truths therein.
I agree, with the caveat that reason, while it helps (after all, it's God-given) will only get you so far. One cannot depend on human reason alone for an understanding of the Scriptures. That's why we're given the Holy Spirit.
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