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1 | Alter Calls? | Rom 10:9 | charis | 25147 | ||
Dear Hugger, Greetings in Jesus' name! The above Scripture, and the following verses are usually the "proof text" concerning the need for a 'public confession of Christ.' This is often associated with the 'Altar Call.' There are times in my church that we have such times, but know that it is not the response of coming forward in a public assembly that saves, but your response to God! The one who needs to hear your confession of Christ is not peers or onlookers, but the Lord Himself. If there were times that you felt that the 'situation was ripe' for a meeting with God, then trust that God was faithful to fulfil His promises! He would never let anyone 'get away' because they did not make a public response at that specific time and place. On a side note, see that some discount these experiences anyway! For (according to some) if you make such a confession, but 'fall away,' you were never saved anyway! Please note also that I do not feel this way. If a person comes forth in response to the preaching of the Gospel, I always give the 'benefit of the doubt' that he was touched by the Lord. Many times I have heard of those that 'did not have the courage' to go forward, but were indeed touched by the Word of faith preached, and responded in their hearts. I count this to be as valid as an 'appearance' before the congregation. In Christ Jesus, charis |
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2 | Alter Calls? | Rom 10:9 | meta | 209649 | ||
Nice job Charis, It is easy to be critical rather than to look for where the life is and bless that. Coming into agreement with what God is doing (rather than what He is not doing) is powerful. Add intercession to the mix and reinforcing what He is doing is of great benefit as well. I would also intercede for more of what God is doing. This might well result in people having a more clear opportunity to decide and confess. One important aspect of such intercession is that it not be aimed at changing the pastor. That moves into christian witchcraft. It can indeed end up changing a persons methods but that is left with God to bring about His will however He chooses. The important thing is to pray led by the spirit to release the burden He has put on this persons heart to see people saved. |
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