(May 23, 2012 at 3:37 pm)Godschild Wrote: It seems to me that you are saying either there are two gods, which scriptures never teach, or that Jesus is not God in any way, also not taught in scripture.ALTER2EGO -to- GODSCHILD:
In the case of Jehovah the Father and Jesus Christ the Son, yes, there are two separate and distinct individuals. What you and most people don't realize is that the word "god" is merely a title that can be assigned to anyone and anything that is perceived as being powerful.
WEBSTER'S DICTIONARY DEFINITION OF "GOD":
1. any of various beings conceived of as supernatural, immortal and having special powers over the lives and affairs of people and the course of nature
2. a person or thing deified or excessively honored or admired
http://www.yourdictionary.com/god
In other words, the word "god" is a title that is not restricted to Jehovah. However, he is the only God referred to as "Almighty" God. This is because he is all powerful and is the creator of everything. Therefore, only Jehovah should be worshipped. Even humans who are in powerful positions are considered gods. This is confirmed by the apostle Paul as I previously mentioned.
"For even though there are those who are called 'gods,' whether in heaven or on earth, just as there are MANY 'gods' and MANY 'lords,'..."
(1 Corinthians 8:5)
Paul went on to clarify in verse 6 that only Jehovah should be worshipped. In that same verse, he acknowledged Jesus' very important role as Lord. Jesus Christ is our lord and savior from Adamic death. He mediates with Jehovah for us. He serves as the go-between.
"there is actually to us one God the Father, out of whom all things are, and we for him; and there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things are, and we through him." (1 Corinthians 8:6)
I will respond to another part of your last post shortly.
