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41 | what is baptism | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 26558 | ||
Nolan, Again, I ask, where is the scripture that says water baptism is an outward sign? You can go over this question a million times, but without scripture you are stating your own opinion. Kin |
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42 | Only 900 "baptism" posts | 1 Cor 12:13 | kin | 26396 | ||
Obviously there is much confusion on the subject. And there has yet to be any Scripture to back up some of the things proclaimed. Like- Where does it say water baptism is an outward sign? The lack of Biblical support is Satans playground. Especially for those with a lack of Bible knowledge. I hope the things that are posted from now on are backed up with firm scripture. Kin |
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43 | Holy Ghost Baptism subsequent to salvati | 1 Cor 12:13 | kin | 26395 | ||
Water and the spirit refers to water baptism. To say that Jesus was talking about physical birth is a guess at best. When we use scripture with scripture we get an answer that is Biblicly sound without any guessing. "Peter replied repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins and you will recieve the gift of the Holy Spirit. This promise is for you and for all that are far off, for all whom the Lord our God will call." Acts 2:35-41 Repent- change your ways Matt. 3:8 baptism- as the Lord commanded it in Matt. 28:18-20 forgiveness of sins- sin seperates us from our God. Isaiah 59:1-2 The promise- Given to Abraham for his decendents Gal. 4:21-31 The Holy Spirit- the deposit guarenteeing our inheritence. Eph.1:14 The doctrine of "praying Jesus into your heart" or "believing" amoungst some others just came about the last 200 years and was never practiced in the early church. Look into it for your self. This doctrine when studied out thoroughly is left with many holes and is not Biblicly sound. I hope you will be open to looking into these things. Kin |
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44 | is the bible the inerrent word of God? | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 26228 | ||
If you believe it is, then you will know for sure. I suggest putting the teachings of Jesus into practice. That will make it clear to you. John 8:31-32 Kin |
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45 | what is baptism | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 26222 | ||
Ask your Bible teacher to show you where it says water baptism is a sign in the Bible. Kin |
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46 | what is baptism | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 26221 | ||
Searcher, Thank you for the reply. I actually have studied baptism out in length. I've been studying it out in length for about 6 1/2 years. The reason I asked the question is to challenge people to look into it for themselves. Did you know that no where in the Bible is water baptism defined as an outward sign? That doctrine surfaced only the last 200 years and has no Biblical proof. If you study (water) baptism out with the point of veiw that it saves, you will find all the pieces fit. I am not suggesting that it is anything we do that saves us. But it is obedience to Gods command that saves us. Also look up this web site for some awesome studies on baptism and dozens of other things: ccel.org/contrib./exec_outlines/index.html Look into it and let me know what you think. Kin |
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47 | what is baptism | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 26216 | ||
Actually my question was asked because no one on the forum has yet to answer it. Let me reword it. Where in the Bible does it say that water baptism is no more than a sign? And please do not reply unless you use scripture, thanx. Kin |
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48 | what is baptism | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 26215 | ||
Searcher, My belief is that the two baptisms take place at the same time. Why else would the Lord command it in Matt. 28:18-20? Do you know any other Biblical explanation that defines water baptism? Acts 22:16 together with Matt.28:18-20 actually defends water baptism for salvation. Read Acts 2:38 for further Scripture. I don't want to beat a dead horse, but I have yet to see Scripture to define water baptism to be "an outward sign of an inward grace". I looked into the history of the church a bit and actually that doctrine just surfaced about 200 years ago. I encourage you to study this subject in more depth and to do so with an unbiased heart. A heart that God will answer if you truly want to know. Kin |
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49 | what is baptism | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 26213 | ||
Hi Nolan, The "magical element" in the waters of baptism is your faith! "Having been buried with him in baptism and raised with him through you faith in the power of God who raised him from the dead." Col. 2:12 To say that we don't have the choice to accept the gift of salvation God freely gives us nullifies the faith it takes to save us! Yes salvation comes through Christ alone, He has provided the door through which we enter through. "Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ. When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, brothers, what shall we do? Peter replied, repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off--for all whom the Lord our God will call.With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, save yourselves from this corrupt generation. Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.” Acts 2:37-41 The Word clearly teaches that there is action to be taken on our part. Repentence is personal, something you do. I don’t know anyone that is in Christ that hasn’t truly repented. I am not saying that anything we do saves us. But I do say that obeying the Word of God will save us. If God says repent and be baptized than why do you think it is so wrong to obey? Please reply to the question I asked about Matt.28:18-20. Kin |
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50 | what is baptism | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 25651 | ||
Thank you for your reply, You have come up with a fine sounding argument about water baptism being "an outward sign of an inward grace" but have left no scriptural basis for this belief. I've heard this definition before and have yet to see where it teaches this in the Bible. What is the baptism Jesus commands in Matt. 28:18-20? If it isn't water baptism then the Bible leaves this baptism undefined. Kin |
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51 | what is baptism | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 25650 | ||
Thank you for your reply, You have come up with a fine sounding argument about water baptism being "an outward sign of an inward grace" but have left no scriptural basis for this belief. I've heard this definition before and have yet to see where it teaches this in the Bible. What is the baptism Jesus commands in Matt. 28:18-20? If it isn't water baptism then the Bible leaves this baptism undefined. Kin |
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52 | infant death | Is 7:16 | kin | 25645 | ||
Hi Lisa, Thank you for the reply. I too believe you can lose your salvation. The Bible is full of exortations to remain faithful. Some other readings:Heb.6:4,10:26,John 15 Kin |
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53 | infant death | Is 7:16 | kin | 25636 | ||
Hi Nolan, I like your reply on the salvation of children. I would agree with you on this assumption. But I would disagree with the idea that a person did not fully and wholeheartedly repent of their sins as an explanation to why they have left Christ. The scripture teaches that a good tree cannot bear bad fruit and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit; by their fruit you will recognize them. I have know a few people that were faithful to the Lord. Their faith reflected in their life; I knew them. But these people have turned away from God and are no longer with us. In Gods grace we are given the opportunity to accept Christ or not; the choice is always there. But it is a daily battle to stay faithful. Heb. 3:12-15 I beleive that although sin is forgiven, it still can harden or hearts if it goes unrepented of. Ultimately our hearts can be hardened to the point where we turn or backs on God. Gods grace is from God and is irrevocable; our faith is from ourselves and we are left with the choice. Take away our choice and we take away the ability to love. I know this is a very controversial issue, but my position in this forum is to gain understanding and hopefully give some back. Give me some feedback and we can discuss this further. Kin |
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54 | New Testament/ Old Testament | Matthew | kin | 25329 | ||
The Old Test. is Israels history. It was when the law was given to the Israelites. The New Test. is from the birth of Jesus, through his crucifiction, and the Churches built after his death, burial and ressurection with letters written by different church leaders. KIn |
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55 | what doe's matthew 7:12-14 says? | Matthew | kin | 25327 | ||
I believe these verses clearly portray the high expectations Jesus has for us and wants us to follow. vs. 24- "make every effort to enter through the narrow gate" Does this mean we are saved by the things we do? NO! But the Bible teaches that sin will destroy our lives if we live in it. So there needs to be daily repentence if we are to stay faithful. "Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord" (Heb. 12:14). vs. 27 "I don't know you or where you come from" Do you know Jesus? "There is a judge for the one who rejects we and does not accept my word, that very word which I have spoken will condemm him on the last day." Do you know your Bible; the word will judge you. Put this in context with Luke 14:25-35 and you will see that Jesus’ calling has high expectations from us. But the rewards far surpass it all! |
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56 | infant death | Is 7:16 | kin | 25325 | ||
I agree with Nolan on this.Children are saved up to an age of accountability. Yet this brings up a question that will challenge many on this forum. Some say that we can't lose our salvation, yet a child loses their salvation if they don't grow up to accept Jesus. This is a contradictary statement but a belief that is held by some. So are children condemmed until they accept Jesus or is there a falling away of those who grow up not accepting Christ? | ||||||
57 | what is baptism | Not Specified | kin | 25320 | ||
What verse(s) in the Bible define what baptism is or means for the sinner/beleiver? |
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58 | what is baptism | Bible general Archive 1 | kin | 25336 | ||
What verse(s) in the Bible define what baptism is or means for the sinner/beleiver? |
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59 | Unblievers spiritually dead? | Rev 21:8 | kin | 25063 | ||
Toto,Hi again. From the passages you used in Rev.(and some others) the Bible teaches that we don't receive eternal life or eternal death until we face judgement. When a "sinner" is alive in the physical body, they are not eternally dead, they still have the chance to be saved. The first death (physical) seals the eternal fate, because they no longer have the option to choose life. But the second death (spiritual) isn't dealt until judgement day. Both are an inheritence depending who your father is while on this earth: God the Father or Satan your “father” (see John 8:44). Matt. 25:31-35 When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his throne in heavenly glory. All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. He will put the sheep on his right and the goats on his left. Then the King will say to those on his right, Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world… Vs. 46 Then they will go away to eternal punishment, but the righteous to eternal life. I have some more to share but I have to run, my little girl needs my attention. Kin |
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60 | "Once Saved Always Saved" | NT general Archive 1 | kin | 24844 | ||
Gloria Lynn, My belief is that we can walk away from God. It is from a hardening of the heart, which comes from unrepented sin. Consider: Do we all sin? Yes. Is sin without effect? No! What is the remedy? Christs blood. So why does James 5:16 tell us to confess our sins to each other to be healed? How could the Christians in Corinth be involved in sexual morality? 1 Cor. 5. Is that lifestyle acceptable to God? Why does Paul tell the Christians in Galatians 5:19-21 that living that lifestyle will not allow them to enter the Kingdom of God? What is Jesus talking about in John 3:19-21 about coming into the light? Do we obey God because we love Him? 2 Cor. 5:14. Or do we learn to love as we obey? Luke 12:34 Why does Jesus say in John 10:28-29 that no one can snatch them from my Fathers hand? But the Hebrew writer says in 6:4-12 and 10:26-39 we can lose our salvation? I am asking these questions to stimulate us to dig deeper to find an answer that will satisfy them all. The doctrine “once saved always saved” comes from the lack of using the Bible as a whole and relying on one or two scriptures to base your whole belief system on. When you look at the scriptures I just referenced ( amongst many other scriptures ) you are left with contradictions with this belief. And we know the Bible cannot contradict itself. From studying the subject over the years I have come to the conclusion that: A: We are saved though Gods grace. That is we can only have our salvation because God decided to give us a way to receive it. Which leaves us the CHOICE to accept it or not. B: Jesus blood cleanses our sins away, any sin and all sin, if we continue in Him (walking in the light). 1: Confessing our sin is part of walking in the light. James 5:16 2: Fighting the spiritual battle against Satan and the temptation to sin is our conscious effort to walk in the light. Eph. 6:10-18 3: Encouraging each other to keep from being deceived by Satan. Heb. 3:12-19 4: Watching our life and doctrine will save ourselves and our hearers. 1 Tim.4:16 The list goes on and on. A thorough study of the New Test. teaches again and again that we need to obey God commands and that involves our personal choice to do so or not to do so. Every time we choose not to obey, we don’t lose our salvation, but we harden our hearts. The more we disobey, the harder our hearts become (this is a “lifestyle” Paul is referring to in Gal. 5:19). The hard heart turns from God (Heb. 3:12-19) We make a choice to accept Jesus as our Savior and we have the power to choose not to want Him as our Savoir. Without choice there is no love, God wants us to make the choice to love. I hope I’ve spurred you on to dig deeper into the Word. Let me know what you think. Kin Ps check out the study on Heb. 6 that was posted 12-1 at 11:16 |
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