And that person is baptized and is a firm believer in god the. If you do as youre instructed, and study the Scriptures, you will see that your understanding of Acts 2:38-39 cannot be complete. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. The word suggests some level of commitment, like deciding to actually SIT in the chair. We also gain eternal life. However: if you do fit into that category, I have good news. For me, this is another red flag. Being baptized in the Holy Spirit is being born again. If Jesus was, is and is forever, then you better believe that these steps to Salvation is also for TODAY! Which says to me dont get cremated.dont have your ashes spread out or dispersed to loved ones. For BBC Radio 5 live, Charlie investigated what might happen to Harry when she was no longer able to care for him. Does that make sense? Do you love Him? Music is good. >> The baptism talked of is controversial. People probably dont need to hear that youve had miraculous dreams, but they definitely do need to hear the gospel. You breathe your last breath. Fortunately, every sinner can accept Gods gracious offer of forgiveness and new life. THEY ARE NOT EACH OTHER Trust Gods plan. If it did, we could just make a checklist of things to do, and things to not do, that would make sure we get to Heaven. Talk to Him all the time. The guy I met that had the same visions as I do told me its God way trying to get me to spread the word and to be prepared. youre saved if you believe. Does that make sense? Homosexuals and heterosexuals alike have the same two options: to obey God, or to do whatever we want to do. He has revealed Himself to us in many ways. Theres no spiritual reason that I know of to do it more than once, though. Thats why Peter, in Acts 2, told people who wanted to be saved that they should repent and be baptized. You didnt do one without the other. Im not sure I understand the question, but Ill guess. We have no evidence that our dead loved ones appear to us at any time, let alone as butterflies or flowers or rabbits or ghosts. That means being there when your brothers and sisters need you, and letting them be there for you. You could be baptized anywhere. God bless you! And a subsequent attempted Confession, in such a case, would also not be valid, since Confession is only valid after the valid reception of Baptism. Yes, there are good ways and worse ways to try to help people understand the gospel but it really matters. Infant damnation is the idea that infants who die before being baptized go to Hell, because they inherit original sin which can only be removed by baptism. Those who surrender to God go to Heaven, warts and all. If you spend time with a community of Christians in your area, be baptized with them. Talk with Him. You should not worry about how your body will be handled after you die. If someone is pressuring you, it may be time to leave. You should believe Him. Make plans for a full life, knowing that youre not in control of the universe. Jesus eyes are described as looking like a fiery flame. However: thats not the entire story. Let me know if you have any questions. This life IS good, and you should work hard to enjoy all that God has made. He was explaining the difference between following human traditions, which focus on external things, and following God, who looks at our hearts to see the truth. The Bible teaches that everybody already has all the information they need to know that God exists, to know what Hes like, and to be saved. None of them were created. For it is by grace you have been saved through faith. Our part in Gods plan is that we trust Him, and we follow His lead. As always, let me know if Ive created more questions. When a Catholic marries an unbaptized person, even in a Catholic ceremony, the Catholic spouse is not conferring the sacrament of matrimony on the non-Christian spouse. That doesnt mean you have to go to church every time the doors open it means dont give up. Youre rightthe Bible never says that you cant be privately baptized. Trust Gods plan for you, and your life will be good. One would presume that they were sent there by the Father, rather than being free to wander about on their own. Let me suggest that you get as serious NOW about your faith as you hope youll be the moment before you die. It had nothing to do with the sons good deeds, or good intentionsit was only because the son came home to the father. You need them, and they need you. Nobody will be kept out of Heaven because they made a mistake, or because they were misled, or because they got a bit of information wrong. Let God decide which prayers to answer, and trust that He knows best. I am torn. Until children reach the maturity that enables them to love, worship, and obey God in Christ, they have not "sinned.". Therefore, if youre right, the apostle Paul did the people in Rome a very serious disservice by not actually telling them what they must do to be saved. Its a ritual that tells your community of faith that youve joined them. Is that what you mean? It is my Parents that are so afraid of Adult Baptism because they too were Baptized as Babies, that they tell me No its not worth it you are fine with Christ. Limbo is not an official doctrine of the Catholic Church, but it has not been officially rejected by the Church. If you have, youve been born again and your eternal life has already begun. When you responded by seeking more information about Him, that changed the nature of your relationship. Angels and humans are simply two different kinds of beings that God has created, like cats and giraffes. In that same passage, Jesus told Nicodemus that He would die for us, so that everyone who believes may have eternal life in him. I have a couple of thoughts. Hardon's catechism says. 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. Is it that you dont really know Him ? Is it because we want things we shouldnt have? Its okay to not be baptized if your parents forbid it. You may or may not be able to control what (or who) youre attracted to. I always cared about what others think ever since I was a small child and dealt with vanity too. What we can say is that all three persons are one God, but they are not each other. Does that make sense? I am worried about the end of times. The question of purgatory is entirely illogical to me, having read the Bible. Isnt it paradoxical, for example. I have peace in my heart at all times. If that were the only criteria, I would have been baptized a hundred times, as I keep learning more and more. You want them to avoid the rich mans fate. Augustine discusses this in one of his earliest works if one pays attention to his logic on the issue of what happens to unbaptized children: Not even the leaf of a tree is created without a purpose. We must use ALL of Scripture, and not only the parts we like. Absolutely, if theyre born again. I keep getting mixed answers but I believe that you would solidify the answer. You see, the Father is just like Jesus, and Jesus is just like the Father. The Bible describes Christians as people who are adopted into Gods family. I once had a friend named Ted, who believed that God had given him a vision. Theyll parrot what they learned in Sunday School (I recommend Sunday School) or what they heard on TV (I generally dont recommend TV), but they cant back it up with Gods Word. You may be better off if you try to figure out what that point might be. Being 15, you may not be in complete control over whether youre baptized. Turning it off risks her life, dunking it will break it, and there are no real options. Heres where you should start: with God. Pray. Thats God, living in you. Sorry if this is a bit all over the place, Im just confused and never really learned about religion that much and Im a teen. Sorry for hijacking the baptize thread. Thousands of books have been written about this one subject. Will god be able to forgive me? So Jesus WAS God robed in flesh, because there had to be a Blood sacrafice to reconcile us back to Him. The man was worried about his loved ones, and was eager to help them avoid his fate. Im not sure I agree with your opinion in this article either. Third, thank you very much for your criticism. I dont know whether that was Gods plan, but I would be grateful that it happened. Modalism teaches that the Son didnt ask the Father to send the Spirit, because the Father and Spirit ARE Jesus. Have you experienced the new birth that Jesus talks about? However: spend a little time in Revelation and see that Jesus is just as fearsome, for those who will be judged, as the Father ever was in the Old Testament. Thanks for writing! We should not place our hope in our feelings, which may changewe should place our hope in Gods character, which He has revealed to us. So that I may also be proclaimed to be in the community of the children of god. I still consider myself a Christian, because I believe in Jesus and what hes done for me and Im trying to follow what God wants for my life by following the 10 commandments and things like the Beattitudes, but I cant quite become baptized. If you dont have a community of faith, let me encourage you to find one. The rich man also died and was buried. Wow am in love with this site. I hope youll do a bit of homework to make sure that what Im saying matches what we see in the Bible. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. I dont believe that I belong in hell. Many are baptized multiple times because they arent taught accurately about conversion, at least that is the case for those I have ministered to. Because this is true, it seems wise to not put it off. Government activity Departments. But I sometimes find it hypocritical that Im not allowed to listen to BTS and lofi when they listen to the Temptations and Micheal Jackson. >> Matthew 25 was written before ad70 and has been finished. If He will accept them without baptism, He will accept you and me. But I still feel held back from getting baptized I feel like I dont know enough if this is the best religion for me yet. There were times when church was the last place I wanted to be and I was a pastor! Can a person be saved if they are not baptized, not Catholic and don't go to church. Its been a topic of debate for hundreds of years, and I dont believe anyone can settle the matter. What do I do as its getting too much to carry? If you are hearing from God, they are certainly spiritually significantbut be careful. You dont need to be baptized to be saved, but you should be baptized after youre saved. Dont take MY word for anything Im just going to point you to the Bible so you can understand God a little better. Have a great day! If someone ends up in Heaven, it wont be by accident. One of the things He said was to not worry about tomorrow that today has enough trouble. I even corrected my boyfriend when he said Jesus was his God. Ill explain: As you can see by looking around, humans are kind of messed up. I have a question.. Im 15, and I havent got baptized. 848 Although in ways known to himself God can lead those who, through no fault of their own, are ignorant of the Gospel, to that faith without which it is impossible to please him, the Church still has the obligation and also the sacred right to evangelize all men (footnotes omitted). Im not certain if I should get baptized again or not. They will encourage you, support you, and help you when you need it. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Combining all of Pauls writings about conversion we see that because of Gods establishment of a new covenant through Jesuss death and resurrection, we can die to our life and live for Him. However: the Bible is clear about this. That would mean that Jesus did NOT take the punishment for our sins on Himself. He calls Himself Father for that very reason: He wants to be our spiritual father, and Hes very good at it. He said no, its not his name. It means that the person who would pay the penalty for sins has changed, from you and me to Jesus. But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions it is by grace you have been saved. The apostle Paul said that that would be preferable, actually. They were all involved in the creation, in the flood, in the exodus everything. As I point out in the article above, ONE DIED FOR ALL, THEREFORE ALL DIED. The number of sins you commit changes nothing about His love. Do you not want to go to church because youd rather stay home and watch Netflix? Well, then youll want to learn what this amazing life looks like. Spirits do not have bodies muchless blood to atone with, thus the manifestation of God/Christ in the flesh. If you cant or if you currently dont have a local community of Jesus-followers that you spend time with then its okay to wait until you CAN be baptized. It seems clear that nobody will be sent to Heaven or Hell, under normal circumstances, until the end of time. I hope he is. They dont. Trust who? Youve sinned. He will put the sheep on his right and the goats on his left. This second birth is called the baptism of the Holy Spirit. What does it mean to be reconciled by God like it says in the article? You might not want to hear this, but its true: God wants you to submit to your parents. I found it difficult at times to trust God, because I was afraid of my own father. So, we seem to have a bit of a conundrum. His book love wins caused many people who were attending his church at the time he was pastoring mars hill to leave which probably led to his departure on 2012 after pastoring the church he found in 1999. If im ready to be baptized in water, what are the ways to do of baptism. Until then, let your life be an example for your parents, friends, and family. The opposite. Sometimes, its not obvious. (Going based off the idea that one must atone for sin before entry into Heaven). That would include everybody who will go to Heaven. However the bible also surports your soul going on to heaven immediately. Youve asked a very common question. Let Him bear that burden. Dont listen to me, either. I appreciate the opportunity to discuss this with you, Roger. I didnt forsake going. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts+19%3A1-6&version=NIV. If That Way is unknown or unheard of to these people, what happens to those who are ignorant of the Father, when they die? Dont be afraid to ask Him for help. When i read his book love wins the questions that he asked made me think and question some of Christian views i grew up believing. John 1:1 tells us clearly, . Re-formulated positively, it means that all salvation comes from Christ the Head through the Church which is his Body: Basing itself on Scripture and Tradition, the Council teaches that the Church, a pilgrim now on earth, is necessary for salvation: the one Christ is the mediator and the way of salvation; he is present to us in his body which is the Church. If life is getting tough to manage, youre probably doing it wrong. What have I missed? Ive felt the same way. Romans 10:9 says "If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." That doesn't include baptism. Not according to Scripture. You are born again. =), Hi I am 12 years old and i have never been baptized, but I do Believe in God very much so. That might seem obvious, but its not. If youre living at home, and are basically subject to your parents authority in almost everything, you should probably discuss the situation with them. Your words tell me that you might consider what you should believe to be a personal decision as well. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.'. All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the cravings of our flesh and following its desires and thoughts. I really respect you. Sometimes, life is tough. When I explained the Trinity to a former oneness lady in my church just by showing her what the Bible says she understood immediately that the oneness church she grew up in wasnt telling her the whole truth. Do you feel like people are judging you? >> Is there any good way to explain it, or understand it better? If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. The plain and simple truth is that finding even ONE PERSON you enjoy meeting with will change how you feel about going to church. Im guessing the main problem is that you dont really know anybody at a church that you look forward to seeing. Jesus talked about that in John 3. Do you believe that a non-believer one who has not been born again will hear the gospel, receive it, receive the Holy Spirit, speak in tongues and praise God? Please answer me im scared.. And tell me how to change myself to be a good chrstian.. And please tell me that youre not going to say that i cant idolized them cause theyre my inspiration? That appears to say that if you dont believe you are condemned to death or hell. We dunk fabric in water and dye, and pull it up to see if the fabric has changed color. You say youre Jewish, but thats usually a simple statement about your family history. After the battle of Armageddon, after Jesus 1000-year reign, after the great tribulation: I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. (Note the King James version which while written in an English format, also allowed Divorce, which wasnt legal at the time. Thanks for asking! You didnt make Heaven. Lets say theyre right. waynehastings Original sin is a very corrosive doctrine and I reject the idea that anyone is born guilty of sin. Then we went back to the pastor and told him that NOT ONE SINGLE VERSE said what the lessons claimed. All three have always existed, eternally. When in the Old Testament it says not to. Of course, people make dumb decisions all the time, including the decision to turn their backs on God because they dont want to do things His way. This is the Life of a Lukewarm Christian that believes living a simple ordinary life will get them to Heaven without being Water Baptized, sadly my Parents with some of my Family and Friends fall in that category. Every religion talks about being good. Hell come back at exactly the right time not a moment early, not a moment late. If you want to know whether you have a good relationship with God, theres a simple test: Its really that simple. But I know if it is explained to me and that i truly do believe in Christianity than I have no doubt in my mind I will do what everything it takes to go back on the right path. Its your troubles. If theres any way I can be helpful to you, please dont hesitate to let me know. Have you crossed over from death to life? Thats called context. When we read Scripture out of context, it can be confusing and misleading. They are a kind of prayer. He was talking about surrendering to God and trusting Him, rather than trusting that our own efforts might save us. We all want to hear from Him, but we seldom do. The goal isnt to agree with each other, Therese. See article for more on outpouring versus indwelling: http://www.oldpaths.com/Archive/Davison/Roy/Allen/1940/036-outpouring.html. I can try to be the right person, but I will fail on my own. God is wrathful. In Matthew 25 we read that Jesus speaks of the resurrection of the dead: When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his glorious throne. Do you have to be baptized to go to Heaven? To the ancients, however, a son was the same kind of person as the father. If youd like, I can show you where to read that theyre incompatible. Jesus died to reconcile you to GodHes done all of the work, and the only thing left for us to do is to accept this fact and trust God with our lives. I didnt study the bible and I went to bible study once. I hope to not sin again, and if I do. Im with you: confident that God will help you. The doctrine of the trinity isnt spelled out in a single verse in Scripture, of coursebut that doesnt mean its not clear. Obey your parents, young one. Hes in charge. We can say that we believe Hes trustworthy, but thats not the same as trusting Him. This is the fire of purification in 1 Corinthians 3:15, and what we call purgative fire. Ive been there. Again, Im afraid that someone (or many someones) has led you astray. Many churches are full of people who have never read the New Testament and learned what they say they believe. It seems very unfair that someone who murders or rapes or any other sick crime could be let into Heaven while someone who loved and respected all living things would be tortured for eternity in hell? The thief on the cross wasnt baptized. That didnt make sense to Nicodemus, because it was different than what he had been taught. You say that nobody is in Heaven right now. I dont commit adultery any more. So many keep saying his the Lord spoke to them, how they had a dream, a sign. Check the Scriptures, my sister. Thats a silly idea. Every scripture, in every major religion was chosen by man. The question is not what you like or dislike, Doug. People tend to think, Surely a message such as mine will convince people that God is real, and that they should heed my warning, and that I can help bring about revival. Maybeand maybe not. Other vital organs, including your kidneys and liver, stop. I ask because I like to read Rob bells books and listen to his teachings a lot. Can you baptize yourself in your bathroom? Baptism isnt just a Christian thing. Death marks that moment in life when your physical body stops working to survive. Closely following Mormonism or Catholicism will not save anyone. No, a whole bunch of people on here are wrong. Id without a doubt donate to this fantastic blog! I hope this helps you* 2no Timothy 1:7 For God doesnt give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind. Youre important to God. Jesus was buried in a tomb, as this was the tradition of that day. And what would be considered satanic or demonic music? Thats great! Be careful about who you listen to. I appreciate you asking this question. This is going to be a bit long, so thanks ahead of time for your patience. All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting peoples sins against them. Where they differ, theyre wrong. Let me explain why. Jesus had disciples, and He taught His disciples to make more disciples. I have good news for you: God loves you! It seems unfair. God wants everybody to be with Him for eternity, because He loves everybody. What youre describing is very common. Dont believe everything you hear about who God is and how He works. Your heart stops beating. And we know from verse 1 that the Word WAS God. Turns out that was one of the most beneficial periods of my life, where my faith grew strong. How can we born again? You should be buried like Jesus was not cremated fire after death? Theres nothing wrong with coming to God with selfish motives. So, by that thought process you only have to believe on and be saved/go to heaven; then satan and his minions are going to heaven also because the Bible clearly states they believe too. That has nothing to do with reciting a particular prayer, or with being baptized. I dont like going to church and dont want to go but I still believe in Christianity. They have minds, memories, emotions, wills, consciences, morality, movement, can talk, etc. Please dont hesitate to contact me with more questions, or if you need to talk, or would like to learn more about apologetics. Now we have been going to the Same Church for many Years, but im not as Lukewarm as my Parents because i decided to Up my Faith and Sing while Cheering for Jesus. We believe innocent unbaptized infants who die will be in heaven and I read an account of a saint who received baptism before martyrdom that his repentant but unbaptized friend had received a heavenly baptism and was saved. Does that make sense? This is preferable to Johns baptism: I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit. Get the wisdom they offer, ignore the silliness, and continue asking good questions about what God wants. God loves you, and will make sure that you get there. If theres ANYTHING that I can do to help you, please dont hesitate to let me know. Your brain stops. I didnt understand the fullness of the gospel, though. I have a lot of visions about people I care about. We all want to be loved, and accepted, and taken care of, and cherished, and valued. However: one of the things that young people struggle with is patience. It is at that point that the unrighteous will go away to eternal punishment, but the righteous to eternal life. It was a fairly common occurrence, and brought joy to the community of faith. It doesnt sound like you know, either. When we tell God that we DO believe Hes trustworthy, and we surrender our lives to Him, were saying that were going to do things His way instead of our way. Heres an important question: reading through the whole New Testament, what can we learn about the requirements for salvation? This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. We sometimes spiritualize things too much. Right? I idolized people (Hollywood) just like justin bieber or one direction.. For me, its a very serious problem and i cant stop from listening to their musics.. About minutes ago, i watched a video, what really happen in hell and i aalmost crying.. Why? I was taught we must be baptised by water for the holy ghost to come upon us to teach us and free us from sin. I mean, I could never bring myself to do that with another man. It means to fix a broken relationship. We do the same today. One example is Acts 10. Fear is something most of us live with, but we dont have to. Take a deep breath, ask God for help, trade some of the less-important things in your week for some more important things, like finding biblical answers to your questions, like singing songs that inspire you and help you grow, like finding someone else who needs your help and friendship, and spending one-on-one time with God.
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