Salvation Elucidated: In-Depth Scriptural Examination of Redemption by James D.

Description: Salvation Elucidated by James D. Wilmes "In Salvation Elucidated, James Wilmes explores the major issues surrounding salvation and provides scriptural support for his interpretations ....Theologically conservative and liberal Christians alike will find their views challenged by Wilmess exploration of scripture. The text may be a helpful resource for ministers and laypersons who wish to consider the mystery of salvation in more depth." -Foreword Clarion Reviews The most crucial issue with which mankind must deal is that of salvation. Scripture, in this regard, often is not only misinterpreted, it is sometimes viewed as confounding to the point that closure concerning this matter is sadly elusive. Salvation Elucidated was written in order to affirm that the Bible, when studied in its entirety, affects the resolution of the salvific question which all too often vexes the human soul. Take an inspiring soteriological journey. Delve deeply into the Bible on a relentless quest for truth. Examine the true nature of man. Acquire an increased awareness regarding the futility of mans aspirations in actualizing the salvific phenomenon. Analyze current soteriological doctrine and genuinely investigate the tragedy of a conclusive renunciation of Gods wonderful salvation. Be prepared to discover new insights and face challenges to traditional theological thought. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "In Salvation Elucidated, James Wilmes explores the major issues surrounding salvation and provides scriptural support for his interpretations ....Theologically conservative and liberal Christians alike will find their views challenged by Wilmess exploration of scripture. The text may be a helpful resource for ministers and laypersons who wish to consider the mystery of salvation in more depth." -Foreword Clarion Reviews The most crucial issue with which mankind must deal is that of salvation. Scripture, in this regard, often is not only misinterpreted, it is sometimes viewed as confounding to the point that closure concerning this matter is sadly elusive. Salvation Elucidated was written in order to affirm that the Bible, when studied in its entirety, affects the resolution of the salvific question which all too often vexes the human soul. Take an inspiring soteriological journey. Delve deeply into the Bible on a relentless quest for truth. Examine the true nature of man. Acquire an increased awareness regarding the futility of mans aspirations in actualizing the salvific phenomenon. Analyze current soteriological doctrine and genuinely investigate the tragedy of a conclusive renunciation of Gods wonderful salvation. Be prepared to discover new insights and face challenges to traditional theological thought. Excerpt from Book NO ONE CAN SERVE TWO MASTERS" In Matthew, Jesus explains: "No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and wealth." (Matthew 6:24, NASB) Everyone has a body (Gr. soma) and a soul (Gr. psuche) or spirit (Gr. pneuma). Soul and spirit are used interchangeably in Scripture to describe different aspects of this spiritual or nonphysical component. When soul is used, the intellectual aspect (choice or decision making) is emphasized. When spirit is used, the nonphysical facet is the emphasis. One does not preclude the other. Both words characterize the same being, but each focuses on a different aspect of what can be described as the "real you." Let us refer to another chart and examine what might transpire as a thought occurs. Soul is used in this chart simply because the intellectual aspect is the point of emphasis. the soul, or "real you", operates the part of your body (soma) which is the brain. the brain consists primarily of a complex array of tissues along with a variety of biochemicals. the soul is certainly affected by the array/disarray of tissue as well as the presence/absence of biochemicals in the brain. It has been said that the human brain is of such a nature that a "ghost" could run it. That is, the tissue and biochemical makeup of the brain lends itself to employment by the soul. Extra-somatic stimuli, which arise from the environment, engage the senses by inciting receptors in the brain. Intra-somatic stimuli, which originate from the soma (the physical body/brain), likewise, stimulate these receptors. God the Holy Spirit and His angels, as well as Satan and his minions, may apply the brain by the same process given that the soul and/or brain is predisposed to such influence. Following the impingement of these variously originating stimuli, the soul becomes aware of such stimuli in their pristine state. Temptation, which is a potential impetus for evil activity, is one example of the awareness of a stimulus in its pristine state. Temptation may arise from extra/intra-somatic sources or may be satanic in origin. Subsequent to temptation (pristine awareness), an individual can allow God to direct the thought process by cooperating with the impelling of the Holy Spirit. He can also act upon his own course of thought by either embracing the malignant stimulus or circumventing the stimulus using his own resources, which will ultimately prove ineffectual.11 As depicted in the chart, the chosen course of thought which is godly in nature is assigned the number 1, while depraved or evil thought is assigned a 0. the resultant thought is then stored in memory for future reference. the practice of depravity entails a 0, stored in memory, being incorporated into future courses of iniquitous thought, while a 1 stored in memory becomes an object of self-focus by morphing into a 0--as in self-aggrandizement. Spiritual Growth with respect to this chart, an illustration of spiritual growth entails the perpetuation and enhancement of a 1 in storage while a 0 is surrendered. This results in ones thoughts being impelled by the Holy Spirit. the individual has, in effect, chosen to make himself a conduit to the very thoughts of God, which, due to the limitations of the soul and brain, are anthropomorphized12 or made palatable to the mind (soul). Anthropomorphization facilitates the Holy Spirits utilization of an individuals resources. to appreciate this, we might envision God accompanying an individual. Rather than leading the person by the hand, God provides direction as He is stationed at the individuals side with His hand positioned on the persons lower back, applying just enough pressure so as to guide the person. the individual then proceeds in tandem with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Necessarily implied in this is individual initiative, in that the person chooses to move, talk, write, and so on as God directs. This precludes any notion of robotic or mechanical activity on the part of the individual. for instance, Peter literally walked on water as he was sustained by Jesus Christ. Peter took the initiative in moving his own legs as he proceeded toward Christ. Unfortunately, Peter shifted focus from Christ to himself. He consequently began to sink. SELF-PERCEPTION One cannot literally "see" faith, but what can be observed are the works of faith. Observation or perception of ones own activity is compelling, in that such perception fosters the continuation of that activity. Observation of ones self in this manner has been referred to as self-perception (Bem 1967). Let us refer to the following charts entitled "Cognitive Consonance" and "Cognitive Dissonance." Orientation denotes the persons stance in addressing the situation. This orientation either includes God or excludes Him. for example, the individual with a godly orientation who engages in godly activity, experiences a state of mind known as cognitive consonance. the individual who typically has a godly orientation but is involved in ungodly behavior subjects himself to cognitive dissonance. Cognitive consonance results in homeostasis (internal balance), while cognitive dissonance is conducive to tension (stress). This may be charted as follows: In order to relieve tension, the mind will strive toward a state of cognitive consonance. This has important practical ramifications. Let us consider an instance in which a Christian views pornographic material. It would behoove the believer to engage in godly behavior and discard this material. There are two ways in which this could proceed. If this individual perseveres in godly activity, such as prayer, the allure of the stimulus engendering the ungodly activity will succumb to the godly activity in order to reach a state of cognitive consonance. However, if the ungodly activity is left unchecked, a state of cognitive consonance accommodating an ungodly orientation will ultimately result. Details ISBN149082362X Author James D. Wilmes Pages 170 Year 2014 ISBN-10 149082362X ISBN-13 9781490823621 Format Paperback Language English Publication Date 2014-02-21 Short Title SALVATION ELUCIDATED Media Book Subtitle In-Depth Scriptural Examination of Redemption Country of Publication United States UK Release Date 2014-02-21 Place of Publication Nashville, TN AU Release Date 2014-02-21 NZ Release Date 2014-02-21 US Release Date 2014-02-21 Imprint WestBow Press Publisher WestBow Press Illustrations Illustrations Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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