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NASB | Matthew 13:20 "The one on whom seed was sown on the rocky places, this is the man who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 13:20 "The one on whom seed was sown on rocky ground, this is the one who hears the word and at once welcomes it with joy; |
Bible Question: Can someone believe on JESUS for selfish reasons in a moment of feeling the need for something( ie. love, hope, peace, prosperity), walk the aisle at a church for salvation, yet not have a saving faith? I am reminded of Simon in Acts 8: 14-24. Was he saved? |
Bible Answer: Personal testimony.... My husband and I were discussing this very subject this weekend. He attended a ____ chuch when he was in his teens. The pastor preached the words of slavation and my husband 'decided' he should be 'saved'. He went forward and spoke the words directed. Now that he is truly born again he can look back and say it was a mental decision and not a spiritual rebirth. Sadly many have done done this, and I believe often it is pressure from believing friends or family rather than the Holy Spirit drawing. The difference is religion verses true salvation. |