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1 | What is the AKJV? | 1 John 5:7 | lionheart | 153040 | ||
Samantha, Welcome to the forum. 1 Timothy 4:15,16 (NIV) 15 Be diligent in these matters;give youself wholly to them,so that everyone may see your progress. 16 Wat ch your life and doctrine closely.Persevere in them,because if you do,you will save both yourself and your hearers. When those who profess to be disciples of Jesus Christ will evidence a changed life. When we veiw things in the light of Gods Word then we wont be setting ourselves up to be judges of other peoples lives, we will be more likely to make right observations though. Tell me what one believes when it comes to Jesus Christ and I will tell you where that individual is headed. John deals quite effectively with this subject in his First epistle. In Christ, lionheart |
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2 | What is the AKJV? | 1 John 5:7 | Samantha432 | 153059 | ||
"Stop judging others, and you will not be judged." Luke 6:37 I don't know, it just seems that we should be worrying about helping people get to heaven, not deciding what's in their hearts. | ||||||
3 | What is the AKJV? | 1 John 5:7 | lionheart | 153069 | ||
Samantha, Dear sister this is not about judgement.It is about helping people get to heaven.If we really love someone then we gotta be willing to ask the hard questions.Jesus did and he wasnt being critical or judgemental.He called people to a godly standard and we should do no less.The plan of salvation is simple,that doesnt mean easy.When I was saved that was the most intense time of my life.Hard questions were asked,they had to be asked.These were brothers who were trying to help me make it to heaven.They loved me enough to ask those questions and I'm glad.The key in helping people is doing it out of love.Gotta have a 1 Corinthians 13 heart. If we do things out of the love of God we will be much less likely to be setting in judgement of people. As brothers and sisters in Christ we should be calling oneanother to the standard of Gods Word.So dear sister it is not about judgement it is about helping people make it to heaven and encouraging each other in our daily walks with God.Read 1 Corinthians 13 and check out 1 Timothy 4:16. Your brother in Christ, lionheart |
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4 | How do you even begin to witness? | 1 John 5:7 | Samantha432 | 153111 | ||
How do you witness? I'm so scared of offending someone that I don't know what to say. For instance, at work, everyone is always using the Lord's name in vain. I hate it, but I never have the guts to say anything. I bring my bible to work with me, and I hide it so no one knows what I'm reading. It's like I'm ashamed, but I don't want to be. I really very new to knowing God. I'm still learning about Him. I don't want Him to be angry at me, but I don't seem to have enough courage. Could you guys pray for me to stand up for Him? Do you have any thoughts on this? Thank you for you responses. God Bless. | ||||||
5 | How do you even begin to witness? | 1 John 5:7 | DocTrinsograce | 153121 | ||
Hi, Samantha... First, everyone has this kind of anxiety. Even Paul asked for prayer concerning it! (See Ephesians 6:19) Second, God won't be angry with you. He knows our weaknesses. In fact, those are the very things that God uses to bring greater glory to Himself (2 Cor 11:30). Consequently, offer up your weaknesses to Him. You will see Him do great things with them! Third, the truth of God always eventually brings offense. Do not worry, though, because it is not really you at whom they take offense, but at our Lord (John 15:20 and 1 Peter 4:12-13). Fourth, today we live in a society that treats cordiality as the ultimate virtue. Of course, they don't apply it evenly to everything. However, you will find a lot more tolerance out there than you will find intolerance. That should encourage you. Fifth, you don't have to preach a long sermon. :-) The next time someone uses the Lord's name in vain, let the hurt show on your face and say, "Please don't use the Lord's name that way, it really breaks my heart!" People generally respond well to that and will make an effort around you. Sixth, you don't have to preach a long sermon. :-) Keep the Bible at your desk so you can read at lunch, or on breaks. Sometimes people just seeing you with a Bible will one day initiate a conversation. Seventh, pray and pray and pray. Ask God to provide you the opportunity and the words to say. Eighth, when asked a question you don't know, be honest and say you don't know. Then do the research and get back to them. No worries there. Ninth, be at peace. God is not holding you personally responsible for the souls of people around you. He is the one that must do the work in their lives. Salvation is of the Lord. You are His servant, making yourself available to Him. But also be praying for those around you. Meanwhile, keep studying and growing in your walk with the Savior. In Him, Doc |
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