Welcome to new contributors

I should lay down a few ground rules before we begin. Since we already have two contributors (myself and Frank), there is no reason why we should not get started. But let me suggest a few guidelines:

• To ensure consistency, we will use this online Greek New Testament for reference
  
• Deal with one verse at a time
• Do not move on to another verse until the discussion has reached a natural conclusion. You may feel the issue is settled, but others may want to respond
• Try to give a clear, non-generic heading to your post, so it is clearly identifiable, e.g. My response to the debate over euangelion
  
• Transliterate Greek words into English rather than using the original characters
• Put transliterations of the text in italics
• Put your own translations in bold
• When quoting the text or other contributors and sources, use the blockquote function
• Use links to sources where possible, including links to the original text when specific Bible verses are referenced