More on Psalter revision: “Proffer”
Lubbers defends verse 4 of Psalter number 255 against accusations of promoting the well-meant offer heresy, arguing that the word "proffer" (meaning to present as a gift) properly expresses God's gracious bestowal of peace and pardon specifically to the elect. She contends the disputed verse aligns with Reformed theology and Scripture, and should be retained in the beloved 1912 Psalter.
Once again, regrettably, Prof. Dykstra and I disagree on the interpretation, inaccuracies, and shortcomings that he perceives in our beloved 1912 Psalter. In the July 2019 issue of the SB, Prof. Dykstra continues to point out in his summary of recent synodical decisions the failing of our current Psalter, particularly verse 4 of Psalter number 255. He regards this verse as a "blatant well-meant offer," that is, heresy. I love this song; we lustily sang all four verses of number 255 in the...
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