Is there error in the Scriptures? 4

[Published on behalf of Jack Proffitt, his blog is "From a Layman's Perspective."]

I believe that the seond half of your letter, regarding your understanding of "the collision" that takes place, was well thought out. It appears as though you understood the concept.

 
The first paragraph is where I want to concentrate my thought. Don't worry, I have to be brief, because I am playing Mr. Mom. I wanted to respond quickly because some thoughts were fresh in my head.
 
Three issues were brought up. The first was concerning false prophets, the second "dead" saints, and the third was David "praying about such things."
 
The litmus test for a prophet is not "only" whether what he says comes to pass or not. A false prophet can duplicate this "sign." It was what he did following the "sign" that determined his legitimacy. There were and are many prophecies that have not yet come to pass. Understanding and applying the logic you used could lead to the stoning, and the be the result of a "sign" yet to happen. The bigger issue at hand is whether or not they give gory to God. In the case of a false prophet, the danger is that he recommends seeking and following other "gods."
 
Regarding the "dead" saints. I believe you understood. My only concern is that those "dead" saints were alive. We will forever be learning in the presence of God.  
 
Concerning Daivd, I must be a bit more detailed only because the subject is "healing." One of your favorites! Read the entire Psalm 6 again just for exercise purposes.
 
My Grandfather (or some imaginary person I have placed in that role) used to say, "If it ain't broke, why are you trying to fix it?" I only bring this up because whatever was going on in in this Psalm specific, we know that David was broke. He was in need of "healing!"
 
Rebuke and discipline are the issue of discussion, while David and his illness is the subject. Of what and why he is in need of healing is the question. Three reasons could possbily exist. (1) It cold be because of something he has done. (2) It could be because of something that has been done to him. (3) It could be just because (feelings can often override logic).
 
(1) If you are broken, you need fixed. Hence discipline and rebuke are required. You must be taught, therefore able to think and implement as evidence of having understood. Mercy and forgiveness must be recieved before you'll ever learn a "thing." The result of mercy and forgiveness having been granted is deliverance from what may have set you back. Thus, I believe verse 5 is a statement to God declaring, "I want to show the world that I have learned from the Father who loves me!" And so it is he reminds God of "his foes." And . . . 
 
(2) prevents his enemy from taking advantage of him. You better look out, because when I get off this bed there is gonna' be some woop, Whoa! I almost got carried away.
 
(3) Proven true by my own words. Reference #2.
 
Other than that, I believe the thought process you used in the discussion was excellent. In closing as I have said, do not hesitate to forward any questions or comments you have. It is always good!