When addressing the discussion of faith versus works many people cite Paul, particularly in Galatians chapters two and three. However, Paul does not address work, but rather works of the law. “Works of the law” is understood to be the regulations of the Jewish Torah, whereas “works” is generally good deeds. Circumcision, sacrifices and dietary restrictions are just a few of the things that fall under the category “works of the law.” Works as many people argue it is acts of charity: care for widows and the poor, love of one’s neighbor. Works as charity is the definition given by James, not Paul. For Paul faith and works can be better explained as trusting in God versus trusting in the law.
Older women must "train younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self controlled, chaste, good homemakers, under the control of their husbands, so that the word of God may not be discredited" Titus 2:4-5 Please. "Under the control of their husbands" What are you, a rug? Sorry, dear readers. I've just been told that a woman making the first step in a relationship is wrong. Apparently, if I tell a man that I like him, this is wrong. Oops. My b. So, what if I make more money? Oh, wait... am I allowed to have a job? Probably not. Do you even call him on the phone or do you have to wait for him to call you? I know you feel like you "need a man to lead your relationship," but don't push your views on me. I can walk just fine on my own. Yeah, I like to hold a guys hand, but I can see where I'm going without him telling me. But, that's me. I'm not in college just for an MRS degree. Ironically, also in Titus 2, verse 9 states ...
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Oh, and D? It kills me how you misspell whether everytime. I wasn't going to say anything, but I must.
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