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SALVATION
is dependent upon an acceptance of the truth "concerning
the kingdom of God, and the name of Jesus Christ" followed
by baptism and obedience to the commandments of the Word (Acts
8:12). The things concerning the name of Jesus Christ comprehend
all that is affirmable of him; and, is, therefore, the summary
of his character as a prophet, sacrifice, priest and king.
Hence, to understand "his name," we must know what
is testified of him in the scriptures. In the Old Testament
it us recorded prophetically; in the New Testament it is set
forth historically. unfortunately, the truth concerning the
person, sacrificial mission, and future glory of the Lord
Jesus Christ has been obscured by doctrines that have distorted
the facts concerning both the person and purpose. The propositions
herein set down reveal the relationship of the Lord to his
Father in heaven, as well as to mankind upon the earth, and
therefore include vital truths concerning the Godhead, the
nature of man, the hope of the gospel, man's relationship
thereto and his future destiny. A careful consideration of
the Bible references listed will enable the reader to discern
truth from error.
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