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 KJV is a "Model T" Bible version.
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 a "Model T" Bible version!

 

[Salty]

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

would help if you linked that post/thread

 

[robycop3]

The KJVO myth is phony as a Ford Corvette. There's absolutely NO SCRIPTURAL SUPPORT for this myth, and without Scriptural support, it cannot be true.

 

[Salty]

The KJVO myth is phony as a Ford Corvette. There's absolutely NO SCRIPTURAL SUPPORT for this myth, and without Scriptural support, it cannot be true.

But is the King James Version a good version to use?
So, would you consider yourself Anti- King James Version??

 

[Conan]

Just as we were saying, robycop3 opposes kjvonlyism, not the KJV it's self.

 

[Baptist4life]

Saying, and believing that the King James version is like a Model T Ford and there's no reason to use it, sure comes close to being anti-King James version to me, not just the King James version only group. Look, I don't really care what Bible version anyone uses that's their personal choice, and I won't discourage them in any way at all. My brothers and sisters in Christ at my church use various different versions, NKJV, NIV, ESV, NASB, KJV, and probably others, and that's all fine. It just seems like on this forum, to deter King James version only people, the King James version itself is being disrespected and bashed. That's my take on things anyway.

 

[robycop3]

But is the King James Version a good version to use?
So, would you consider yourself Anti- King James Version??

The KJV is adequate to lead people to Jesus, but not for deep understanding of God's word because of translational goofs, and archaic language. But it's a better version to use than several newer versions. However, while I consider the Model-T to be a car, I wouldn't drive one every day when I have a new Fusion with all the bells & whistles. Same with the KJV. Why use it when I have God's word available to me in the language I use every day?

 

[Conan]

The KJV is adequate to lead people to Jesus, but not for deep understanding of God's word because of translational goofs, and archaic language. But it's a better version to use than several newer versions. However, while I consider the Model-T to be a car, I wouldn't drive one every day when I have a new Fusion with all the bells & whistles. Same with the KJV. Why use it when I have God's word available to me in the language I use every day?

Because it was written in Early Modern English and can be understood by those studying it. It may take some effort , but is worth it. No Bibles are Perfect, but there are some good ones.