"God . . . hath also given unto us his holy Spirit." (1 Thessalonians 4:8)

Previously in this column, we suggested that the text of Scripture is more to be trusted than the theology of those who study the text.

"The LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound." (Isaiah 61:1)

"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life." (Proverbs 4:23)

For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse. (Romans 1:20)