Then, like magic, you wont be guilty. Thats God, living in you. I see no contradiction between the existence of dinosaurs and Gods Word. If you prefer the confrontational approach, thats okay. If not, youre not missing out. Thats what baptizo means. >> Is there ever a level of Sin where repentance and acceptance of Jesus as ones savior cant cover it? The most authoritatively the Church has spoken on this are the council of Carthage in 419 (accepted by Trullo in the East in 692) and in the Confession of Dositheus (accepted by the pan-Orthodox Council of Jerusalem in 1672). For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but One who has been tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin. 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. Being baptized does not make you a Christian. You are also not Alex Malarkey (made famous by the book The Boy Who Came Back From Heaven). 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. It means to fix a broken relationship. In accordance with each Mans individual motivates , centuries ago. Listen carefully. Baptism doesnt wash off your sins. For me, this is another red flag. Jesus DID endure a horrible beating and death on our behalf. Lets say theyre right. You can be privately baptized it never says in the bible that you cannot be privately baptized. But no where does it specifically refer to Jesus doing that in reference to animals. Life is such a beautiful gift from God. Everyone who has not been baptized by Jesus is NOT saved, and will not go to Heaven. However the bible also surports your soul going on to heaven immediately. If they resist your desire to be baptized, you should not disobey them. He will put the sheep on his right and the goats on his left. 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. If you werent, you would have to work incredibly hard to get on His good side. He is the final and perfect sacrifice for sin, and there is no penalty left to pay. When I found one of their songs that sends a message that a Christian shouldnt promote, I would save it to play when Im with them. God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. Read the Bible. 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. Let me know if my explanations have created more questions for you. Nobody should be manipulated into being baptized but, to be baptized as we see in the New Testament, new converts need to understand the nature of the commitment theyve made. I wouldnt rely on the UCG for any of my doctrine. Its possible with Gods providence (Matt. The kind of troubles that keep cropping up again and again and again. The church is simply everyone who has been born again. Of course, there are questions behind your question. Then, about 2000 years ago, God came to earth as a baby. If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. It was a heartbreaking tragedy. If youre already a follower Jesus that is, if youve already been born again I recommend that you find some people in your area who follow Jesus closely, and be baptized. Atheists (who dont believe in God) borrow the idea of evil to condemn the idea of God, who appears to allow evil. Reconciling with God is like that. Its important to do our best in understanding the Bible, but this isnt a deal-breaker. Tony can you explain reconciled to God ? It is only your body that is in the ground not your spirit, Correct me if I am wrong please. God lives in you, Hannah! If we read John 3:3 in King James here you find your answer on Baptism. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. Dont put it off, Dmalccommit yourself to learning and responding to the truth. We cant look around and really say, God is like anything at all. Certainly God already knows how He will judge each of us, but we cant ignore any part of Scripture. You may be surprised at the answer: Sin isnt what sends people to Hell, so its not the disobedient who go there. Heres what happens to everyone who chooses to submit to God. Let me encourage you to do a little homework in this area. Rev. To a first-century Israeli mind, a private baptism is an oxymorontwo things that cant go together. Only then should they be baptized. We dont need a holy book to tell you right from wrong. I know: thats not what youve heard before. When they asked me what I was listening to, I could say this: I was listening to one of the songs you like, and wondered about these lyrics. These friends might be at school, or in a youth group at a local church, or just in your neighborhood. Now, I dont know you or your situation, but Ive been around for a while. Trust God. Thanks for clarify me the difference of annointing and holyspirit. The Bible teaches Christians to not forsake meeting together. Thats Heaven: being with God, who is a perfect Fatherand being with His other kids, who are learning from Him how to love each other. He was suffering from depression and suicidal thoughts because he had thought he failed God somehow. Paul uses this word in several places, but with relationships. I accepted His help when I was young, and continue to accept His help today. I feel that there are so many christians hammering gays over the head with the bible, but what are we really doing to them? Its not helpful to pat someone on the back for believing something that contradicts Scripture. I believe all Christians need to get baptized. I saw your comments regarding baptism and you said baptism is not necessary to get to heavenbut its Jesus commandment for us to be baptised. Just in 2014, or 2015. Will you be going to Heaven when you die? You should believe Him. If God couldnt win, I would try to find out how to avoid making the devil mad. Those were martyrdoms, and that's where the idea of a "baptism of blood" comes from: No sacramental baptism, but their death for Christ made up for it. We know we have a relationship with God in exactly the same way we know we have a relationship with anyone! If it were important, it would be in there. Christianity is following a person. The question of where unbaptized infants go after death is one that has vexed the Church for centuries. Jesus DID ask His Father to remove the cup from Him. I wonder, though: what sign would you give to your faith community by defying your parents? Jesus is awesome and a forgiving heavenly father. Act 2: 38 says that to repent and baptize for the forgiveness of our sins. Hopefully, their families will miss them. Will you do that right now? Heres what Paul wrote about that in 2 Corinthians 5:14-6:1: For Christs love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all, and therefore all died. I said no God is God, Jesus is the son, our savior. 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. So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. If i idolized those artists, does it means that im not reconciling to god.. Who was the flesh that dwelt among us.? Im thirteen and I will not be able to be baptized because my parents are not christian. Youve probably heard John 3:16 before. He seems to fit Pauls description of the false teachers in Galatia. the Lord Jesus is all about love, he doesnt bring sickness and disease on us, but he can allow things to happen. Which says to me dont get cremated.dont have your ashes spread out or dispersed to loved ones. You asked And does he accept Catholics & Mormons?. I can tell you whether youll make it to Heaven. In the Bible, God says that if you seek Him, you will find Him. failure to register motor vehicle missouri points. I acknowledge my Sins and pray to Jesus to forgive me, why do I have to be baptized in water. 1. It's a contentious issue in certain branches of Christianity, with many sects outright rejecting it, even as others hold on to a cruel and outdated bit of theology.. Chapter and verse. If what most of the people state is true about this particular situation. I had it almost every night and the setting never changed. The quandary goes something like this. Pentecostals believe that those who die in their sins without seeking God's forgiveness through Jesus Christ will spend eternity in a literal hell. i choose cremation due to cost and i dont want this body of mine for worm food. What were left with is a difficult idea to grasp, as theres nothing else in the universe like Him. First, I appreciate you being honest with me. I want us both to go to heaven but I have never been baptized and we dont live a very Christian life. How, you ask, can a disobedient person go to Heaven? 3) Did God want me to find all these Rumors & posts so that I may look up to him again and so I can get intouch with him? Other people need to see US, too. You may think you know their answer, but God may be working in their hearts in ways you cant see. He knows when were being honest, Justinif we really want to leave behind our old sinful life, He will both forgive us and help us. Lets not pretend that theres nothing to be afraid of! Hang out with them. Do me a favor, would you? Music is a combination of sounds and words, sung to a rhythm. 3) Did God want me to find all these Rumors & posts so that I may look up to him again and so I can get intouch with him? I feel guilty and stressed up because I am not baptized neither my child. Another objection to cremation is that pagan cultures have cremated the dead for centuries, and (as the argument goes) we should avoid doing what the pagans do. Thank you. The new birth is baptism with the Holy Spirit. He doesnt like it when we hurt each other. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. How can I truly and get to know GOD genuinely without selfish motives? Bible says, If we didnt get the holyspirit annointing, we cant go heaven. Its what comes out of their mouths. The point is NOT to attend a church, but to BE the church. It sounds like you really want your sins to be washed away. Yes, I do agree with you on certain aspects. The point is that the ceremony is done in front of your faith community. What happens to babies and young children who die? Now, thats a risky move. Short answer: yes! Fear is something most of us live with, but we dont have to. Cornelius and his whole household werent baptized, yet they were saved. Did you catch that? What about Birth Defects? i realize im not part of the discussion and while i agree with most of your answer,,there is one sin god wont forgive,,regardless of Jesus dieing for all..the denial of God..even Jesus tells us that.. Hi, Im a college grad and I recently felt my faith slipping. Is it that you dont really know Him ? Hi Tony, thank you for your answer. We have to wait to get to Heaven to learn if our loved ones are there. He has revealed Himself to us in many ways. In Acts 17 we read about the Christians in Berea. I would caution you on this. So thats what made me believe that they were separate because Jesus Himself implied that in that specific scripture. I hope youll do a bit of homework to make sure that what Im saying matches what we see in the Bible. Ask questions. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. Water baptism is a public declaration that youve made a commitment to follow Jesus, and that you want your community of faith to know it. Theyre not separate, like you and I are. He is the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. This part is for you, Ayden. Have you looked in the mirror and admitted that living life your way simply isnt going to work out like it should? R. Albert Mohler Jr., President of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, said, "We believe that our Lord graciously and freely received all those who die . If your grandsons are there, they will be hoping to see you. The number of sins you commit changes nothing about His love. Nobody goes to Heaven without being reconciled to God. Blessings! June 3, 2022 . I do, so I would baptize as we see in Matthew 28: in the names of the three persons who are all one God. But He was not baptized for His sins- He was sinless. I hope I can be both helpful and encouraging. Its called apologetics. Hi Tony Required fields are marked *. Have a great day! those of us who came later and inherited this world were born into sin and our heritage is the unforgiven disobedience and sins of our ancestors. I would probably try to find out how to help God win the next battle. These strange circumstances seem to indicate that there are exceptions to the end-times timing of judgment. And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book. In other words, Baptism is a MUST for getting to Heaven Theres no denying this according to Acts 2:38! That probably matters, if one wants to go to Heaven. In this case, God told Noah that he could eat anything. Have a great day! There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and lived in luxury every day. Its my position that Jesus was tempted that is, He was enticed by sin. When you die as a Reborn Christian, where does your spirit go then? Baptism is important, but so is your witness to your parents. If not, we dunk it again until the fabric identifies with the dye. You cant earn that. So I had to ask. I want to make sure youre on the sheep side, and not the goats side. If so, Im happy to call you my sister! In Hades, where he was in torment, he looked up and saw Abraham far away, with Lazarus by his side. If you read through chapter 6, verse 1, youll see that we have to respond. Its a safety thing, especially for kids. Why do some religious establishments usually Christian seem to be so judgemental of homosexuals and gay marriage and homosexuality period but turn a blind eye to fornication, rape, incest and child abuse? Ill give you my PayPal email. No one comes to the Father except through Jesus. Baptism is just getting wetbut its getting wet in front of people to tell them you want to walk with them in faith. Spend time with Him. And in Mark 16:16 Jesus states He that believeth AND IS BAPTIZED shall be saved; Good question. Take the time to visit another church or two, to see how they feel to you. My grandsons were murdered 16 and 14 stabbed to death and burned this year so very hard for our family .They werent baptized but they did believe in Jesus and know what he stood for they werent raised in church .They came from a 1 parent family They were good boys but they were hanging with the wrong crowd .I feel in my heart they are in heaven .The other night I was laying in bed and I know I saw Larry the 14 year old looking around the corner at me I miss them they were my only grandsonvi feel lost empty sad depressed but I keep going wondering why did such a terrible thing happen to these two your boys it still feels like a dream. but later on, I hadnt attended church in a while. Its safe, and wise, and mature. At his gate was laid a beggar named Lazarus, covered with sores and longing to eat what fell from the rich mans table. First is to never have sex, the other is to force themselves only to have sex with the gender they arent attracted to. He knit you together in your mothers womb. Go instead to my brothers and tell them, I am ascending to my Father and your Father, to my God and your God.'. Once they understand, they need to know that God has already commanded them to be baptized. 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. 2 Corinthians 5:14 tells us that when Jesus died, its as if we all died. Thanks. I said ok, if he signed carpenter (because thats what he does for a living) would they cash it.? Well, thats only the beginning of the awesomeness! Every follower of Jesus should be baptized. First, we should ask what is Heaven?. If so, then nobody could go to Heaven. Heaven isnt like a retirement village, or like a vacation destination. They are raised with the idea that being a Plain Christian and just having Jesus in their Heart will get them to Heaven, i say there is so much more to be in Faith with Christ. The whole world actually, the whole universe was created so God could have people to love. You know how sometimes youre walking along, and the pace youre at makes you think of a song, out of nowhere? My goal isnt the behavior modification of the lost, but the spiritual transformation of the lost into the found. You can trust Him. In all I want to be me and do my own Christian thing as well spreading the word of christ. Theres no penalty left to pay. Its pretty awesome, I must say. Please note that it says in the name of singular, not names of plural.. Unless one believes that non-Christians can receive the Spirit, this should settle the issue on whether one must be baptized to be saved. make me a channel of your peace ( Genesis 2:7) Likewise, when Adam died, he returned to dust and ceased to exist. She said yesthat was the devils beat. The penalty for sin has been paidall thats left is to be reconciled to God. The Isaiah 14 passage that uses the word is describing the king of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzer II. Let me know if you need a hand finding some of these folks. And so one of His teachings is about baptism. You cant, but youre welcome to try. Jesus was human and so he could have sinned and fell into temptation but he did not because he is God and God is perfect sinless and flawless. That is the purpose of Christian baptism. I do not know his motivation, or his spiritual conditionso please take note that Im not judging Rob Bell. You will be surprised at who is and isnt in Heaven when you get there. If we want to be with God, we will accept His offer of love and help. The thief on the cross wasnt baptized, yet he was saved. Thats the entire reason for Heaven to exist. Have you chosen to turn your life over to God, and to trust that He knows best how you should live? So, when Paul wrote that we are saved by grace through faith, he wasnt talking about some kind of easy-believism. I will do whatever I can to help you and your husband. Thats very meaningful for people like myself, whose earthly father fell short in significant ways. Both have probably forgotten more about the Bible than you or I have learned so far. We dont really know with certainty what happens, how it happens, or exactly when. Read His Word, pray often, and listen for Him as He leads you. Feelings change, but truth does not. Were to BEG people, if necessary, to be reconciled to God. Another book was opened, which is the book of life. Being anointed by the Holy Spirit is being made able to serve when theres a need. Theres a saying that some use to describe your point of view. Make plans for a full life, knowing that youre not in control of the universe. Let God decide which prayers to answer, and trust that He knows best. Im here for you. For BBC Radio 5 live, Charlie investigated what might happen to Harry when she was no longer able to care for him. Patriarchate of Antioch. Its another of my websites, and it helps me. You say that nobody is in Heaven right now. 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. And Last question: GOD told us to keep the sabbath, GODs holy day. Many are baptized multiple times because they arent taught accurately about conversion, at least that is the case for those I have ministered to. Do you write them off as unspiritual? Good question. We are therefore Christs ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. Let me know if you have any questions. You say that youre concerned about following Gods doctrine correctly. If youd like, I can show you where to read that theyre incompatible. Did Jesus not sin because he is God and God cant sin due to being perfect or was he just different from all the rest of humanity in some way? And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus. If I am wrong, then I will know the day God stops breathing in me. I would suggest that God was as pleased to create dinosaurs as He was to create cows and eagles and salmon and palm trees and snow. If the object of your faith is a chair, you can think it will hold you upbut until you sit on it, you arent placing your faith in it. He will rule with an iron rod. Baptism says, I believe as you do, and I want to join you. If youre a believer, youve already been baptized, by Jesus, with the Holy Spirit. 2) Was/Is it too late for me to be saved? God has been reaching out to your grandmother, and He wants her to understand how much He loves her. Christians begin this process before they die. And the bible also says that if we broke one commandment then we broke all. Sin is wrong. You wouldnt usually repent and NOT be baptized. God told the ancient Israelites to not eat pork, and there was a reason for it. Rather than kind of floating around the edges of their churches, they decided to fully immerse themselves in their relationship with God. Homosexual behavior, like every other kind of sexual behavior thats not between a married man and woman, is condemned by God. However: they wont be punished for their sins. Its nice to meet you! Get the wisdom they offer, ignore the silliness, and continue asking good questions about what God wants. I was dead, and then God made me alive. The Limbo of Infants (Latin limbus infantium or limbus puerorum) is the hypothetical permanent status of the unbaptised who die in infancy, too young to have committed actual sins, but not having been freed from original sin.. Why do unbaptized babies go to Limbo? I have peace in my heart at all times. No problem, chuck them on the Limbo scrapheap. He had asked his father to remove the cup from him if it was possible and God refused, Jesus was the only son with whom God was well pleased and he was refused his request. I go to a christian school but no church. Do yourself a favor. He causes you to be curious about Him, and to wonder about things like having a relationship with Him. Its something that new believers should do, which is why repent and be baptized are so closely connected in Scripture. At that point, your relationship with God is pretty much one-sided. Its important to get the command right, or our assessment is likely to be off. Theyve definitely helped me. From where I stand, you should follow Jesus lead. I also believe God led me to this church. This is simply a compilation of quotations from the Church Fathers, known as a "florilegium," on the topic of what happens to infants who die unbaptized. Wait until you are 100% certain, until your godly friends confirm for you that you seem to understand this situation properly, and until there are no more questions to answer. Is it possible that you could trust that the Father really IS good because Jesus really IS good?
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