Language Question

"Inne" the golden rule. As such is commanded.

How could it be communicated "inne" cannot, to be understood, to be required, that is to be grace? But can be allowed, and is commanded, as long as it is understood "inne" cannot be required, to be grace?
"Inne" not forbidden, but never to be required to be grace.

Ephesians 2:8-9, without "inne."
Ephesians 2:10, "inne."

 

Perhaps…..

Christ gave His life for you. He demands nothing in return… but…. Expects everything. He expects your love for Him, He expects your obedience to His commands, He expects you to endure persecution for His names sake, He expects your EVERYTHING. Your life belongs to Him and He will give you rest should you come to Him.

Please always remember, God can hit straight with a crooked stick. Preach the gospel and know that God Holy Spirit makes the difference when it comes to understanding.

May God bless your ministry..

OF yeah…. You should talk to John of Japan.

peace to you

 

Though the grace of God is free through faith (Eph. 2:8,9) He also expects something in return (Eph.2:10) because of repentance (Acts 20:21) so I am not sure that the word "inne" cannot be used if done properly. As long as "inne" is not done to receive but because of receiving.

 

Sorry I didn't see this until now. This is an excellent answer.

Since Christ died to give us eternal life, it is incredibly rude to reject Him. And if you do except Him as Savior, it is necessary to give back to Christ your life! Those who believe but do not give their lives and everything they have to Christ are actually stealing from Him (1 Corinthians 6:19-20).

By the way, have you checked the Quechua Bible for how they translate "grace"? There may not be a single word for "grace" in their language, but a Bible translator can use a phrase sometimes. Here is a video about the Quechua Bible:

 

Japan is very similar to this in their giving and receiving. Their custom is called giri ninjo (義理, meaning "duty," plus 人情, empathy). When you are given something, you must give back.

Because of this custom and other factors, evangelism is difficult in Japan. Nevertheless, over 33 years there we did see many saved. God overcomes culture!

 

I like the “rudeness” example. I understand that is a very big deal in Japanese culture.

Thanks for sharing.

peace to you

 

Yep, it is a huge deal. So Japanese has multiple levels of politeness, and woe unto you if you get the level wrong. It was always fun to exchange names and/or business cards with Japanese men and watch their expression as they try to figure out where in society a missionary comes, above or below one.

 

I mentioned that a Bible translator sometimes uses a phrase if there is no equivalent word or concept in the target language and culture. An example of this is the Japanese translation for the word "justify" (dikaioo in Greek, δικαιόω). In Japanese it has to be gi to mitomerareru (義と認められる), or, "to be recognized as righteous."