Men in our Church meet to discuss anything concerning the Scripture,

[Salty]

That is a good question. It baffles me also.

In Post 9, you stated you do know Anti-KJ people

Have you ever asked them -?
Would you consider asking them now?

 

[Reynolds]

We seem to have quite a group locally. I couldn’t be certain of all of their beliefs. I am not certain of all their denominations. It is most obvious in Christian schools with wide open enrollments. It is not as likely that you find them “outside of the element” of “Christian” circles. But outside is where I run into them.
There are variations of it. An example is that not long ago, someone on the BB said they would never enter a church that was listed as only using the KJV. I don’t remember exactly where.
On some online sites that advertise churches, we would be listed as KJVO because we use only the KJV as the standard for our services. It keeps things organized and saves some trouble with translation discussions. We don’t have any fights about it at our church. It is settled as far as the assembly is concerned. Again, I say we don’t check Bibles at the door. I know some who bring their own different versions and nobody sends them packing.
It is helpful to know what to expect.

But people do go out of their way to avoid KJVO by ruling out KJV. It may be just a local thing primarily. But that is my perspective.

There is a difference between being anti KJV and anti KJVO. In fact, a huge difference.
You might think I am anti Kjy because if you start telling me everything wrong with the LSB or ESV I will probably tell you all that's wrong with the KJV; or I will laugh at you and walk off. Depends on what mood I am in.

 

[Ben1445]

In Post 9, you stated you do know Anti-KJ people

Have you ever asked them -?
Would you consider asking them now?

I have. Same as I do here. What do you want to know? What I have found here is that there are only a couple people around here who are really anti KJ instead of anti-KJVO.
Of the people I have talked to, only one has ever been reasonable enough to relax their feelings. Most don’t have any good answers.

 

[Ascetic X]

Jesus prayed for unity, that we believers would all be one, even as He and the Father are one.

What must Jesus think when He sees his flock arguing and insulting each other over such issues as which Bible version to use?

I prefer the King James Version, but I also enjoy reading the NIV, ESV, Cotton Patch version, NKJV, RSV, ASV, Dead Sea Scrolls Bible, JB Phillips version, NLT, First Nations version, Amplified Bible, Message, Jewish Study Bible, Robert Kraft translation, and other versions. A different version can present verses from a new angle, overcoming my over-familiarity with certain well known scriptures. This enriches me spiritually.

 

[Conan]

I have. Same as I do here. What do you want to know? What I have found here is that there are only a couple people around here who are really anti KJ instead of anti-KJVO.
Of the people I have talked to, only one has ever been reasonable enough to relax their feelings. Most don’t have any good answers.

I do not believe there are any anti KJV people here. There are anti-only people here. People who are opposed to only ism. Nothing wrong with using the KJV only. That is different than KJVONLY.

 

[Baptist4life]

Conan said..."I do not believe there are any anti KJV people here."

I don't know, robycop3 comes pretty close!

 

[Salty]

I don't know, robycop3 comes pretty close!

If I am not mistaken - he is only anti-KJO

 

[Baptist4life]

He has stated that the King James version is like a Model T Ford and it needs to be retired.


Bible Versions
The KJV is a "Model T" Bible version...
Thread starter robycop3
Start date
Mar 21, 2020

The Model T was produced from 1909 through 1927. Henry Ford had it made from the best materials available, with the latest engineering designs. His assembly lines became so efficiant that a car could be made from parts every 93 minutes.

During its production run, the Model T was made into dozens of variations. American LaFrance Co. modified some 900 of them into firetrucks. Some of the other variants made were touring cars, racing cars, various kinds of trucks, "sportabouts", & luxury cars. Over time, innovations such as electric starters, electric windshield wipers, better headlights & brake lights, etc. were added.

The Model T was the original SUV, being able to negotiate many wagon paths & rough, unpaved roads, & to cross many creek beds. However, this car still rode roughly over smooth surfaces. But this car remained easy for most owners to keep in repair.

However, tech for cars was increasing, & other cars were offering more features than the Model T, & also, modern paved roads were being laid, enabling cars to go faster more-smoothly. So, Ford replaqced the Model T with the Model A, suited for modern roads. But to this day, the Model T remains the 8th best-selling car model of all time, with over 16 million units made.

The KJV is a "Model T" Bible version. It was the best English version of its day, offering such features as easily-read marginal notes, the Apocrypha, an "Easter-Finder", & an outstanding preface. In time, it replaces virtually every other English version in common use. And the British govt. which held sway over most of the English-using world, outlawed the printing or sale of any other English version.

But the English language changed over time, especially in countries outside of Britain, & the language style of the KJV fell increasingly out of use. Also, many more Scriptural mss.had been discovered, bringing the wording of some verses into question, as well as better translation tools being used, which showed some goofs & booboos in the KJV. Thus, modern English Bible versions began to be made, which are in modern language, & correct many of the KJV's errors.

Now, the KJV remains a viable Bible version, same as the Model T remains a car. However, same as the Model T, the KJV is behind times when compared to modern versions.

God has caused His word to be translated into OUR language, & there's no valid reason not to read it & preach it in our own language. We don't drive Model Ts every day, so there's no reason to use only a "Model T" Bible version!

Doctor Elect
Mar 21, 2020
#2
robycop3 said:
...so there's no reason to use only a "Model T" Bible version!

No one is demanding that you or anyone else do that.

But what you are attempting to do is to mock anyone who only wants to drive Model T's. Yup, there's no doubt a group out there that gets together every month and makes fun of those who only love and drive the Model T. You're probably their leader.

You're a weird group, but that's ok. We will tolerate you.
robycop3
robycop3
Elect
Mar 22, 2020
#3
They're only one step aheada the Amish.