King James Only?
I'm on a quest to understand why some people believe that the KJV of the Bible is the only true Bible. Growing up, my parents primarily used KJVm but I was encouraged to use other translations that help us better understand the words of God. I've used numerous translations ever since (and even used different translations when I teach, the Message and the New Living Testament are my favorites.) Below you'll find some e-mails sent from me to a local church that is KJV only. Enjoy. (My e-mails in
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Hi, I was wondering if you could help me out with my journey. I've been pondering in my head for quite some time now about churches that only use the King James Bible (1611) and churches that use other translations.
Could you help explain why you believe that the KJV is the only true bible? (I'm gathering this from what I read on your web site.) What are the major problems with using other translations?
Thanks for your help
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Thanks for your concern on which Bible Translations should be read. My personal convictions was to read from the KJV, Although some churches have not yet studied which is the right version. You see my friend that more and more people today (Christians) are looking for a man to explain Gods word and not allowing the Holy Ghost of God to give them that Word. This is why more and more translations are being printed to make it EASY to understand.We have forgotten that the Born Again Believer has the Holy Ghost of God living inside of us. The Holy Ghost of God will Help you to Understand Gods Word and not a Man made Translation. (By the way that puts a Copy Right on THEIR Work). King James is the only one that does not have a Copy Rights (Go figure that One!).
Please give me your mailing address and I will mail you a DVD on Bible Translations and some information as well. The best thing to do is Find you a King James, Bible Believing Church and get rooted with that Fellowship.
Are you attending a church now?
Is the Word Of God Being Preached and Not Tradition or what the Religion Believes?
Continue to read on some of those sites that we have. Please keep in mind some of that stuff I dont quit agree with but the overall things are great.
I do not Judge No One if they read other translations but I do pray that they will one day see like I did.
God Bless you my Friend and I pray that you find Truth from the Word of God.
In His Service,
His Feet Outreach Ministries
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Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. I understand what you're saying about the Holy Ghost allowing us to understand, I think too many Christians just don't listen to the Holy Ghost or think of it as the lesser of the trinity. Pity.
I can't help thinking that maybe by discounting other translations, we are limiting the Holy Ghost. I mean no disrespect and I'm still trying to process this all out in my head, but can't the Holy Ghost give us understanding through the NIV or the Message Bible? I'm not trying to debate the issue, this is just a question I have.
I would love to see the DVD you spoke of and would love to get any other materials on the subject as well.
Thank you for your help
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That's all for now, I'll update when they reply.
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