His book love wins caused many people who were attending his church at the time he was pastoring mars hill to leave which probably led to his departure on 2012 after pastoring the church he found in 1999. The wages of sin ARE death, and Jesus died in our place. Christianity teaches that its the other way around: we are never alone. Were saved in exactly the same way that Abraham and everybody else in the history of the world has been saved: by believing God. so why did God create this flaw and be so unforgiving of that very first disobedience.he knew it would happen and that Jesus was the remedy. Are you ready to hear something that may be difficult? The point is NOT to attend a church, but to BE the church. At that point there is no reason to wait. You had some things wrong when you were young, and youve gained a greater understanding of God and how He works since then. those of us who came later and inherited this world were born into sin and our heritage is the unforgiven disobedience and sins of our ancestors. Its the same GOD of the Old Testament and his word is infallible so Im confused about the change. For some like myself whose relationships with our earthly fathers wasnt so great, its good to keep in mind that God is not like that. But one who is more powerful than I will come, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. Thanks for writing to me. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him, You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Jesus fulfilled Scripture when he was water baptized. You see, nobody goes to Heaven because they recited some words. I dont say that to get you on my team, but because I care about you. Tell Him how you feel. That babys name is Jesus. Do you? In the first century, everybody understood what baptism meant the New Testament events pretty much all happen in Jewish territory. Its not that I disbelieve in any part of what youre saying. I remember the moral stories of Cain being punished for murdering Abel, Adam and Eve being cast out for disobeying god, and much more, so its left to ponder What defines an action as wrong in the eyes of god? I could testify all day long of things that have happen to me. I go to a christian school but no church. Nobody will be kept out of Heaven because they made a mistake, or because they were misled, or because they got a bit of information wrong. However: if you do fit into that category, I have good news. >> Also you say that means you wont go to heaven or hell. This passage makes a couple of things clear. He had some, but He came to serve. Since Limbo is outside of Heaven and Hell, these souls will not experience either eternal joy or damnation. Third, they gained wisdom in how to deal with the people around them. Spend time with Him. Many thanks for any response. Here are five theories that are typically proposed to answer this question: T heory #1: Limbo or the State of Natural Beatitude This is the position endorsed by the Popes and Doctors of the Catholic Church. Jurisdiction. Every scripture, in every major religion was chosen by man. Let no one say when he is tempted, I am being tempted by God; for God cannot be tempted by evil, and He Himself does not tempt anyone. I do, so I would baptize as we see in Matthew 28: in the names of the three persons who are all one God. Then it looks like the sin of being Gay is for God to punish. Instead, I would suggest that the unrepentant will suffer the consequences of their actions in the afterlife (at least then, if not before). But: if all sins are forgiven, why will anybody go to Hell? Sometimes, life is tough. Verse 10: false teachers spread confusion. The fact that people dont agree is no indication that every theory carries equal weight. This is certainly not true, because as you point out the Bible clearly shows that the Son is not the Father, and the Son is not the Spirit, and the Spirit is not the Father. I acknowledge my Sins and pray to Jesus to forgive me, why do I have to be baptized in water. As a new parent, the concept of death is about as far from your mind as it . Were not perfect, but Gods children will naturally mature and look for ways to please Him. If you are hearing from God, they are certainly spiritually significantbut be careful. Its my position that Jesus was tempted that is, He was enticed by sin. We should baptized by following the example set for us in Scripture. why are you not on fire for Him and living the Christian life and bringing people into the Kingdom of God by telling them about Him ? I promise. You and I need to look for ways to serve others, and not focus on having God serve us by making us feel good all the time. We may never be entirely sin-free on Earth, but we can definitely get better at pleasing God. He said yes, but its not his Name. Some things, we just dont know. It does not, why because there is only 1, and His NAME is Jesus. Of course, people make dumb decisions all the time, including the decision to turn their backs on God because they dont want to do things His way. One isnt saved by being a Catholic, or a Mormon, or a Jew, or a Baptist, or a Presbyterian, or a Nazarene, or anything else. When Jesus was baptized, He was baptized with the Holy Spirit, and with the Spirit came. 21st-century therapeutic moral deists (like yourself, it must be presumed) borrow the idea of Heaven and judgment and sin and forgiveness, but reject the idea that their sin must be forgiven or they will be judged as undeserving of Heaven. PLEASE Give me some reassuring answers. Hi, We dunk fabric in water and dye, and pull it up to see if the fabric has changed color. Christians use the verse in mark ( I forget which chapter) to defend their view. We dont want anybody left out. These strange circumstances seem to indicate that there are exceptions to the end-times timing of judgment. Until then, let your life be an example for your parents, friends, and family. This is false. If someone responds by saying no to God, and insists on living life on their own terms, they have no relationship with Him. When angels die, they don't go to Heaven, as can be concluded from the whole Civil War arc, because then there would just be an unlimited supply of angels. Id like to help! There were many years where I didnt have that confidence as well. WHAT ABOUT JUDGMENT? Because of the nature of being a disciple, my missionary friend wouldnt baptize anyone until they had learned what Jesus actually taught. Many years ago, when I was 7 years old, I went to the altar and asked God to save me, I do not remember how long after that that I began to have doubts about whether or not I was truly saved. Dont stop writing letters to God. Jesus had to go away so that the Spirit could come. Neither you nor I know what that woman looks like, but if you cooperate with Him you will be amazed at how youve changed. So when they die, as with our loved ones of the human variety, of course we want to know what becomes of them. Thanks, Olive. God can do anything He wants to, including giving angels the ability to look like someone else. Its just wanting something. Keep in mind that listening a lot will often bring you information that you dont need, or that is incorrect. Clearly, they are not. If life is getting tough to manage, youre probably doing it wrong. Then listen. Its okay to speculate. Being baptized only gets you wet. You can also subscribe without commenting. Rev. Jesus was human and so he could have sinned and fell into temptation but he did not because he is God and God is perfect sinless and flawless. The point is that the ceremony is done in front of your faith community. Did Jesus not sin because he is God and God cant sin due to being perfect or was he just different from all the rest of humanity in some way? Well, the God that Christians worship is just. I also asked my college theology professor that question and his response was that Jesus made everything clean again. Keep in mind that the Holy Spirit who is God will never lead you to do anything that contradicts the gospel. The Father sent the Son. Let me know if you have any questions. Heres one: The people were waiting expectantly and were all wondering in their hearts if John might possibly be the Messiah. Thats not all, though. Now I feel completely lost. The New Testament is clear that everyone will either be in Heaven or Hell. Thomas (the disciple) called Jesus My Lord and My God. The goal is to agree with what God has said. So, when asking whether something is a sin, we need to look at the command to do, or not do, that thing. My experience is very clear in this regard. For me, thats one of the best parts of following Jesus. I hope youre not offended by it: youre climbing into Gods lap so you can reach up and slap His face. Well I want to do me and do my own thing instead. This is known as modalism, where the one God reveals Himself in three different modes, like fitting Himself differently into different situations. The thief on the cross wasnt baptized, yet he was saved. Let me know if you have any more questions! Then He died to show us how much He loves us: You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. He was talking about surrendering to God and trusting Him, rather than trusting that our own efforts might save us. It doesnt sound like you do. Being a Christian means that we follow Jesus and learn what He taught, for surebut when youre a Christian, the Holy Spirit comes to live in you. Jesus said, the Way to the Father is through Me. He is the King of the universe, and we are His subjects. Instead, God worked incredibly hard to let you know how much you mean to Him. It sounds to me like you generally agree with what you know about Jesus, but youre unwilling to surrender to Him. If someone is pressuring you, it may be time to leave. Why do you and I rebel against God? Some take this to mean that trinitarians are polytheists, or tritheists. This is certainly not true, because there is only one God. Most of the time, you will have no idea what Hes doing, and thats normal. Im confused about what happens when you die. And god bless you. I believe in him with all my heart. The Bible teaches that if we trust God to guide us, He will help us become what we should be. Being baptized only gets you wet. Let me know if you have any other questions. It's common for people to be very calm in the hours before they die. And it remains on Saturday for Jews (which Jesus was) because thats the day stated in the Old Testament. It basically was chosen for me by my parents. 3) Did God want me to find all these Rumors & posts so that I may look up to him again and so I can get intouch with him? - user32 Feb 21, 2014 at 18:40 Do you feel like the church your parents take you to is as waste of time, and that youd rather be serving God more seriously than they are? I have peace in my heart at all times. Theres no magic involved. Theres nothing wrong with liking someones music. Behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to render to every man according to what he has done. Thats why GodWords is here. I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit. A lot of people, not understanding the trinity, have a hard time understanding the Holy Spirit. You should not worry about how your body will be handled after you die. Non-Christians? Sometimes a visitor might happen or a medicine might be due during that sleep. Dont believe everything you hear about who God is and how He works. How can I get to know who he truly is and fully trust him? In addition to listening to the Scriptures and to the Holy Spirit, pay close attention to those around you who are more spiritually mature. Ted spent months trying to spread the word on the internet, since he didnt live near Salem. Focus on the New Testament, since Christians are to live by what Jesus did and said. The entire point is a public declaration that you believe as they do, that Jesus is God in flesh, that you cant be saved without Him, and that you desire to serve Him with your whole heart for the rest of your life. Let Him do it. Going on the Bible, from the beginning of time God has severely punished us for disobedience he is not forgiving, he threw us from the garden of eden naked and afraid and continued with his wrath against disobedience on people up until Noah. Its never a good idea to suggest that truth can be determined by our feelings. The opposite. They have to trust God with their life. Its GOOD that youre taking action! Suicide rates increased 30% between 2000-2018, and declined in 2019 and 2020. ', Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness. I sinned and did what I wanted after. Thats not what the Bible tells us. The only decision to make here is whether to look for, and live by, the truth. One might suggest that this is unfair, and they might seem to make a good point. Youre awesome! Be blessed. If what youve told me is the whole story, I disagree with them about your baptism but thats not meaningful at all. There it is. Thats not to say that you cant be baptized at home, of course. Its meant to convey that death is temporary, and that we will at one point in the future awaken to eternal life. Thats not a teacherthats a troublemaker. The Holy Spirit brought me to your message because I was reading this page and decided to say a prayer but was a little confused while praying because I was not sure if they are one. When we die, it seems that the breath of life leaves us, turning us back into basically earth. Still, Im pretty old, and have suffered maybe a bit more so I hope you understand my desire to go home and be with God, and with my loved ones who loved Him. my reason for not getting baptized before now was that i was scared of water and this morning at church, i told one of the men that might be the pastor soon that i wanted to get baptized. Lately Ive dedicated more of my life to God, destroyed my computer and tablet and spend more time in the word and prayer and my faith is growing. Every religion talks about being good. Does that make sense? Because we have a relationship with God, and because we want to know Him better, we should make sure that we learn all we can about Him. This is a totally understandable feeling. Jesus told this story to show us what God is like. Be bad, go to Hell. For these reasons (and more) I dont use the name Lucifer to refer to the devil. Theres nothing thats three things in one. Theres a very simple reason for that: everybody involved already knew what baptism was, why they did it, and how to do it. If Jesus the man was ignorant of the time of His return (Matthew 24:36), then He could also be tempted as a man. I was taught we must be baptised by water for the holy ghost to come upon us to teach us and free us from sin. Barbara Tsipouras Translator at Saddleback Church Author has 3.1K answers and 1M answer views 5 y Related See how He lived, so you can begin to be like that. This is simply a compilation of quotations from the Church Fathers, known as a "florilegium," on the topic of what happens to infants who die unbaptized. Does that mean homosexual behavior is okay with God? Are you saying theres no need for us to repent, and turn from our sinful ways? Have a great day! If your grandsons are there, they will be hoping to see you. Because you should probably have your own website. It doesnt seem like Im helping them by doing that. I have good news, though: it doesnt have to be this way! Be patient, little sister. The first key is from the only passage in the Bible where something specific is said about the death of infants. You make a good point, Gina. Sin is more than the refusal to make "genuine moral decisions"it is the refusal to love, worship, and obey God. The Jews wanted to kill Jesus because He claimed to be God. Does that make sense? The rich man also died and was buried. However, just before I was going to be baptise I started feeling really anxious in my spirit (not because of the baptism but of becoming member of that church), so the elders of the Church and myself decided that I can do it on the next occasion. That will help a lot! We must use ALL of Scripture, and not only the parts we like. We implore you on Christs behalf: Be reconciled to God. To fix it, the parents and the child have to come together and make things right. See article for more on outpouring versus indwelling: http://www.oldpaths.com/Archive/Davison/Roy/Allen/1940/036-outpouring.html. What normally happens in these situations? Im not against Rob Bell. Jesus knew the Father, obeyed the Father, and died to show us how much God truly loves you and me. Im stuck with a dilemma where i read something in an article, ive been water baptized, but no hands were laid on me to receive the Holy Spirit. Thats not a bad question. If someone ends up in Heaven, it wont be by accident. I dont know if your Grandpa is in Heaven. This one is pretty easy. When they asked me what I was listening to, I could say this: I was listening to one of the songs you like, and wondered about these lyrics. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do so no longer. >> I do believe we go to be with Jesus when we die. I really respect you. before my grandson was born, I was shown him, and God told me I had to help care for him because he was the son of Gods child. I have been baptized in past lives and I know this from regressions, however I am afraid to get baptized in this lifetime and this fear resonates in my soul. You want to respect your grandparents, but also want to challenge them. I read and watch different articles and videos on the gospel and each one contradicts the other. Music can only be good or bad based on the message it sends. Now we have been going to the Same Church for many Years, but im not as Lukewarm as my Parents because i decided to Up my Faith and Sing while Cheering for Jesus. God hasnt told us why He created each kind of thingbut I would suggest that He created the dinosaurs for the same reasons He created everything else: because He likes to create things. You dont need to become a formal member of a local congregation unless you want to play a part in things like voting on leaders. I say once you spend time in prayer and have an encounter with Jesus you cant shut up about Him and what He is doing in your life. Christianity talks about being good, too (more on that below) but God doesnt bring us to Heaven because were good. Thats a silly idea. Do not receive Gods grace in vain. The whole world actually, the whole universe was created so God could have people to love. This baptism needs no ritual, has no script, and cannot be done by human hands. False teachers throw almost everything into question when they deviate from the gospel. You just havent yet. I dont know if Ill see him in Heaven or not. With respect, your comment is full of popular ideas but short on Scriptural support. So he called to him, Father Abraham, have pity on me and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue, because I am in agony in this fire. But Abraham replied, Son, remember that in your lifetime you received your good things, while Lazarus received bad things, but now he is comforted here and you are in agony. I have believed in Jesus all my life. The same happens with sexual attraction and romantic feelings. You should at least have a diary, if you feel the need to write that much. I believe that unless you understand very well what church you are joining by being baptized that it is possible to disobey god by being baptized into a false church. What I see is a reframing of Christianity, a challenge to orthodoxy, and doubts about whether sincere believers have understood what Jesus really meant. Then their corpses rot and fertilize the ground. And do i get cremated or is that wrong? It does not matter whether you think this passage is literal or figurative. If im ready to be baptized in water, what are the ways to do of baptism. Let Him bear that burden. Its not wrong to say them, even though theres only one God. You say that youre concerned about following Gods doctrine correctly. People will definitely be in Hell. >> Thanks Tony for taking the time to answer so many questions over the years. He wouldnt, however, force someone to be with Him for eternity against their will. Another book was opened, which is the book of life. I would love to discuss this with your further, should you need a hand. After doing a little more teaching, He went to Heaven to be with the Father. Nobody will go to Hell for sinning. In case Im wrong, and for those others who will read this, Ill address your comment from top to bottom as briefly as I can without losing all meaning. Im a teenage girl from North Carolina. This is the fire of purification in 1 Corinthians 3:15, and what we call purgative fire. Ive been attracted to people I wasnt married to. My guess is that youre in the wrong church. Thats what oneness theology is: a tradition of men that contradicts the Word of God. Heres the bottom line: Jesus died to pay the penalty for all sin, for all people, for all time. To me, Rob Bell may indeed be a false teacher. But will i still go to heaven and live with him for eternity. Believers have always been saved in the same way: by believing. Who is the Word, Jesus. What hes missed is that baptism isnt only for the one getting wetits for the community of faith as well. He has already promised to do this for you, if you ask. You might take a look at Acts 10. What Ive read is pretty squishy. Ill give you my PayPal email. Think of it this way: God is a King, and He has a Kingdom. Do you believe that a non-believer one who has not been born again will hear the gospel, receive it, receive the Holy Spirit, speak in tongues and praise God? His only requirement was their faith and acceptance. I guess for now ill settle for book-marking and adding your RSS feed to my Google account. Yes, the idea that God is three persons in one is weird. Do you think He might tell you that you have it all wrong? 99% good? Can You Go to Heaven if You're Not Baptized? Make sure you use Autoplay to listen while you do other things. Most people think that being forgiven is what allows us to go to Heaven, and not being forgiven sends us to Hell. The time came when the beggar died and the angels carried him to Abrahams side. Jesus told His disciples you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. Chapter and verse. If you dont have a group of Jesus-followers in your area that you meet with regularly to learn, be challenged, and be encouraged, find one. And we know from verse 1 that the Word WAS God. I always cared about what others think ever since I was a small child and dealt with vanity too. I am torn. I would find songs that they like, and look closely at the lyrics. David knew that the baby was in the loving care of the Heavenly Father. Back then, I had almost been hit by a vehicle. People go to Hell for rejecting God. Its important to get the command right, or our assessment is likely to be off. I appreciate your honesty. He wont come. The lady said to ask anyway, and my dad answered instantly that he would go. Im grateful for your courage! You can read them online anytime. They have received the Holy Spirit just as we have. Hence they could not be saved who, knowing that the Catholic Church was founded as necessary by God through Christ, would refuse either to enter it or to remain in it. And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus. They were able to speak in tongues at Pentecost because the Holy Spirit enabled them to do it. So what option do a gay guy have? No thanks. You breathe your last breath. The only people who need to worry about judgment are those who turn their backs on Him. Hi Tony, I read some of your answer. How, you ask, can a disobedient person go to Heaven? and now I learned to accept it and to not be afraid of it. >> The thief on the cross was told he would be with him that day in paradise. Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior. I love you too. They have received the Holy Spirit just as we have, After me comes the one more powerful than I, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. Our problem is that were spiritually dead, and need to be made alive. It means that I try to feed my heart and mind things that keep it healthy. Second, there are unbaptized infants that are saved if they have been baptized by blood/implicit desire. I keep getting mixed answers but I believe that you would solidify the answer. This is a reply to your answer starting with: >> Do the rules change about sin or have we gotten the whole Gay and Christian thing wrong? "The man from whom the demons had gone out begged to go with him, but Jesus sent him away, saying, "Return home and tell how much God has done for you." So the man went away and told all over town how much Jesus had done for him" (Luke 8:38-39). Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. I say it to encourage you, because you CAN know the Scriptures! For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. Im so very confused and worried. Ill try to simplify, if possible. He helps us understand the way things work, helps us learn to be like Jesus, and leads us to love and serve others. My grandma would always help me pray, I am a great person. All of the people Ive known over the years who have said the same kind of thing. purple photosynthetic plating sponge,
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