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Originally Posted by ZNPaaneah
I agree that the gospels and epistles of Paul are the main portion of the NT revelation.
I disagree with WL that James was keeping OT practices, teaching OT laws, or was unclear in his vision of the NT. I disagree that sending the letter to "the twelve tribes in the dispersion" indicated James was off, rather it indicated the Jews were having a tough time with the NT revelation and James had a burden for them.
I do agree in an ironic way that the purpose of James is to reveal those that don't have a clear view of the NT economy, but don't agree with the understanding I had in the LC that the person was James. I believe he is expanding on the basic principle the Lord gave that "you will know them by their works".
I also feel that James was specially prepared for this ministry, no one better to tell us not to be a respecter of man's person.
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Ok ZNP.
We have different viewpoints and to some degree based on this dialogue I moved a little closer to your viewpoint. Appreciate the sincere and civil dialogue.
Thanks
Drake