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Proof-texting
- Thread starter rlvaughn
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Irony?
Both these subjects both have quite a bit more context than just a proof text. Differences on these topics are more about interpretation than proof-texting.
I acknowledge that there are bad usages of proof-texting, but the great thing about a person referring to a proof-text is that at least then the other person knows where to find the context -- right in his or her Bible.
So would say making theology as Mormons do with Baptism for the dead would be a good example, eh?
I'd say that is a good example of building a doctrine on only one verse -- which is what I was referring to when I mentioned that in reference to kyredneck's question. I don't say that is exactly the same thing as proof-texting, though they are related in that each is using a "text" for "proof". But, for example, in proof-texting one could also give a list of 20 texts. Ultimately, as I see it, the proof text is just a starting point and then one comes to the exegesis and interpretation.
The proof texts are always ilsolated and taken out of contex, and the entire Bible not used as reference, correct?
Not sure I am following you. Here are some examples of how proof-texting can be used in a legitimate way. It is kind of a shorthand way of saying we believe these things and here are some places we think address it. Look at the following Confessions of Faith, with scripture proof texts.
I see your still hiding your assertions as questions!
How would you see them as being then?
Yes, proof texts posted online are more likely to serve as a starting point by catching someone's attention enough to cause them to search a thing out on their own.
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FEET washing, there's two of them.
You think it's intentional? Hmm, I suppose a question mark indiscriminately placed at the end of each statement would tend to draw responses on an online discussion board. But then again, maybe spelling isn't his only problem, but also one with correct punctuation. Considering the previous post I'm wondering if he can't count!
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That's pretty much what I do on the BB. the difference being I post the texts with the references, and not the references only.
Those are some excellent examples you gave.
Think maybe the Lord sent me so that others can show His grace towards me, maybe?You think it's intentional? Hmm, I suppose a question mark indiscriminately placed at the end of each statement would tend to draw responses on an online discussion board. But then again, maybe spelling isn't his only problem, but also one with correct punctuation. Considering the previous post I'm wondering if he can't count!
In MOST people, that would be correct!