I'd think modern USA christers would be equally relieved and embarrassed to have a commandment that specifically allows scripture cherry picking.
And of course, pointing out there is currently no such commandment isn't going to deter a single one of them from doing it.
And of course, pointing out there is currently no such commandment isn't going to deter a single one of them from doing it.
The granting of a pardon is an imputation of guilt, and the acceptance a confession of it.