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1 | Where is "accept Christ" in the Bible? | Acts 24:3 | plcofer | 750 | ||
Where did the custom of telling the lost that in order to be saved, one must "accept Christ" originate, when this term is not found in the scriptures in reference to true salvation by God's grace? | ||||||
2 | Where is "accept Christ" in the Bible? | Acts 24:3 | kalos | 751 | ||
Good question. Clearly my search in the King James Version New Testament showed only ONE occurence of the word "accept" in the entire N.T. . . . Ac 24:3 (KJV) We accept it always, and in all places, most noble Felix, with all thankfulness. . . . Bear in mind that much pop theology is derived from "Christian" music and Christmas cards. Where is it found in the Bible? Well, people don't like to be conufused with all that doctrinal "stuff." |
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3 | Where is "accept Christ" in the Bible? | Acts 24:3 | reformedreader | 2852 | ||
Not only is the term "accept Christ" not in the Bible, but on what basis would the unregenerate decide to "accept Christ"? Would they judge His holiness, righteousness, divinity or Lordship to be worthy of their acceptance? Strange things we "Bible-Believing" Christians believe that are not even Biblical. But, you are correct, we don't like to be confused with all that doctrinal "stuff". Sam Hughey |
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4 | Where is "accept Christ" in the Bible? | Acts 24:3 | kalos | 2858 | ||
Sir, I couldn't agree with you more. One could write a book, at the very least an essay, on all the things we "Bible-believing" Christians believe that are NOT in the Bible. Maybe I'll compose and post a list of such things one day. Or perhaps you would like to. Welcome aboard. --JVH0212 | ||||||
5 | Where is "accept Christ" in the Bible? | Acts 24:3 | reformedreader | 2861 | ||
Thanks JVH0212, I have often thought of doing this for my website, but it seems to be an overwhelming task. Perhaps I will give it more serious consideration for a newsletter or ezine, etc. Sam Hughey |
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6 | Where is "accept Christ" in the Bible? | Acts 24:3 | kalos | 2878 | ||
Good idea. The subject itself, non-Bible doctrine, is a favorite topic of mine for coffee shop conversations, especially with one or two of my preacher (pastor) friends. The rural church I formerly attended was a gold mine for such beliefs. And the folks there were very resistant to changing their beliefs. A typical response to a clear verse of Scripture contradicting their pet beliefs was to dismiss or explain away the Bible passage, and cling to their tried, though untrue, beliefs. If such a list or essay would ruffle some feathers, then those feathers need to be ruffled. I have no interest in being "right." However, it is my duty to counter error with Truth, which by the way, is what you will have abundant opportunities to do on this Forum, if you stick around. And I hope you do. --JVH0212 | ||||||
7 | Where is "accept Christ" in the Bible? | Acts 24:3 | Aztec | 2903 | ||
I think the point of this discussion is not so much to find the exact word "accept Christ" in the Bible. But what is it referring to when someone uses it in everyday conversation. One must be "Born Again" in order to be saved. Jesus said that.. In order to born again, a person must first realize he is lost, admit he is a sinner, and confess with his mouth that Jesus is Lord and Master of his life. I believe acceptance of who Jesus was and what he did for us is necessary for a person to truly confess with his mouth that Jesus is Lord. I also believe a person has to accept that the sacrifice Jesus made was for him (or her) and that that person can truly be saved. That's how I feel the term "accept Christ" came into being. It simply means to accept the Man and his sacrifice for you and upon doing so, BIBICALLY follow what Romans tells us and confess he is Lord. | ||||||
8 | Where is "accept Christ" in the Bible? | Acts 24:3 | kalos | 2993 | ||
I do not disagree with your definition and defense of the word "accept". But should we not, as Bible-believing Christians, be using Biblical terminology to discuss and describe Biblical issues, even in everyday conversation? Note also that the term "accept Christ" is used not only in everyday conversation among laymen, but also from the pulpit, where qualified preachers are supposed to be rightly dividing the Word of Truth. This may sound nitpicky, but I feel it is still important to impart Biblical truth using Biblical words. When Christ Himself, as well as the inspired men who penned the words of Scripture, used the words "believe" and "receive", who are we to substitute the word "accept"? Surely believe and receive are not obscure, obsolete Middle English words that are no longer in use today. | ||||||
9 | Where is "accept Christ" in the Bible? | Acts 24:3 | reformedreader | 3190 | ||
Thanks JVH0212, I would have said precisely the same thing. It is when Christians, for whatever reason, cease thinking, reasoning, speaking, etc. biblically, then we are no less guilty than the Pharisees who distorted the Word of God to suit their own minds. While we say we intend no harm, I'm sure the Pharisees said the same. Sam Hughey |
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