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NASB | Matthew 28:19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 28:19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations [help the people to learn of Me, believe in Me, and obey My words], baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, |
Bible Question:
Dear Forum members, Evangelism is a Biblical concept. When I tried to post before the book of the Bible I choose for a reference did not remain when I finaly hit "submit". The Forum says this; Postings must be Biblically based and not opposing the Bible's sole authority (sola Scriptura), Christianity, or the deity of Jesus Christ. Whenever possible, postings should include supporting Bible references. Please note that it says Biblicaly based not scripturaly based please... And to include a scripture where possible. Does any body know what Christians are allowed to present in prisons? Are they allowed to preach the gospel, is there a restriction not to proselityze openly or something? Evangelizing is Biblical... I have a reason for this, but it is not whether or not I plan to do prison evangelism. God Bless Tam |
Bible Answer: Tamara, I think John probably answered your question about the best anyone could unless we have someone on board here that knows the laws of every state and the federal laws regarding federal prison. I can tell you this much, I know a pastor and his wife who have a prison ministry and to my knowledge and understanding there is no restriction in regards to what they teach. I live in the state of Florida. Also, I was once a prison guard in the state of Alabama and they had no restrictions when I was there. As a matter of fact, by law we had to provide the time and place for any and all religions to practice their faith. I use to have to stand guard while the Muslims had their meetings. I was always amazed that they were allowed to because of the nature of what they were doing. I wasn't a Christian at the time and didn't even know anything about Islam. Never the less, it was obvious they were militant in everything they did. It was an interesting position to be in standing there as the only guard among a room full of Muslims who where teaching such hate and in such a militant way. I always thought if the do gooders on the outside had seen and heard what I had they would put a stop to it inside a prison. It made for a volatile situation inside the prison. Having said that and in keeping with the guide lines as some seem to be confused on the matter I offer this (John 14:6) :-) Steve |