I came across “But I tell you truly, there are some standing here who shall not taste death till they see the kingdom of God.” when reading with Jamie. I thought this was a bit confusing and did some research on it. There is quite an analysis here:
http://precepts.wordpress.com/2007/08/16/contradictions-christ%E2%80%99s-big-mistake-part-2-some-standing-here-shall-not-taste-death/
I think that seems overly complicated. In looking at the many places in which the phrase "kingdom of God" is used, it appears the kingdom of God is what you enter when you are born again by accepting Jesus Christ as your savior. So two things need to be met for the "some standing here": 1) Jesus needs to die and rise from the dead and 2) folks need to accept this sacrifice as their means to salvation.
So despite the above article's claim that I'm most likely incorrect in thinking this, it makes the most sense, to me anyway.
Sunday, September 14, 2008
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3 comments:
Mr. Anda,
I am glad you found my article, though sorry you found it confusing.
You are correct in that the meaning of this passage will depend in large part on what the kingdom of God actually is. This is a question that sorely needs to be answered from the Bible, not the confusing way it is used by most. I have written an article wherein I examine this very question on my website.
http://precepts.wordpress.com/2008/03/07/the-kingdom-of-god-part-5-what-is-a-kingdom/
Thanks for linking my article. I pray God will bless your future studies. Keep studying the Word!
Nathan (of the precepts.wordpress.com website)
Nathan,
Thank you for your reply, information, and encouragement. I will definitely check out your article on the kingdom of God.
Hey Barney,
I like your answer.
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