They considered conversion and baptism two parts of the same process: you became a believer, and you joined the community of believers. Being baptized in the Holy Spirit is being born again. Step 2 is we MUST be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the REMISSION of our sins (When we get baptized in Jesus Name, it is a symbol of Jesus blood applied over us for the washing away of our sins). But things went wrong because Bathsheba conceived (2 Samuel 11:5). Heres what happens to everyone who chooses to submit to God. I think theyre being silly, and given the right opportunity I might actually tell them so. Please help! I do indeed accept donations. We dont have to like it, but we do have to deal with it. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. Its simply a public ceremony where we tell people who follow Jesus that youve chosen to follow Jesus too. In the Bible, God says that were not saved by our own works, but by what Jesus did for us. Im praying for you right now, Reita. >> Can you baptize yourself Now, on to your question about cremation. I enjoy a bit of k-pop myself, by the way. Trust the Holy Spirit to do the real work in her heartyou just love her and tell her whats on your mind. Older people do too, but usually less. To go to Heaven, we have to sit. You need to examine the evidence for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Jesus will, as we read in Matthew, judge everybody in the future. I know none of the stuff is demonic because they (BTS) spreads messages about self-love and self acceptance. The dead were judged according to what they had done as recorded in the books. Its something that new believers should do, which is why repent and be baptized are so closely connected in Scripture. We all want our loved ones to be in Heaven. They will live for God, and not for themselves. The question of purgatory is entirely illogical to me, having read the Bible. 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. Have a great day! Wrong? 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. All we have to do is to recognize that He is God, and we are not. What you say makes some sense, but let me encourage you to think a bit more clearly about it. Maybe you should start a grown-up conversation with them about what kinds of things you, and they, should listen to. Im always curious. Youre not hijacking anything, and Im here to try to help. 51% good? Baptism is simply a public ceremony where you tell some of the Christians where you live that youve decided to follow Jesus. I mean, I dont know if one day Ill suddenly fall in love with a man. If not, or if youre not sure, just do it now. They dont love me. And besides all this, between us and you a great chasm has been set in place, so that those who want to go from here to you cannot, nor can anyone cross over from there to us. He answered, Then I beg you, father, send Lazarus to my family, for I have five brothers. He loves you enough to die for you, and He proved His love by actually dying on the cross. Your grandsons may be in Heaven, or they may not. She cant get it wet. Why? Have you looked in the mirror and admitted that living life your way simply isnt going to work out like it should? Which is something I struggle with. Thats silly. Its not a matter of being good enough, Leah. News. Christianity isnt about saying exactly the right words, or performing rituals exactly rightthats magical thinking. If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. Lately Ive dedicated more of my life to God, destroyed my computer and tablet and spend more time in the word and prayer and my faith is growing. I recently dreamed of it 2 nights ago and I went further then I usually do and I woke up fearless I actually cried . And if people DO agree that there IS evidence in the New Testament about this subject doesnt that make Gods word not infallible since it contradicts his word in the Old Testament? Now here is my dilemma, im a Christian and i feel ready to be Baptized, but what if you have Christian Parents that insists being baptized as a baby by sprinkling of water on your face is good enough that theres no need for Adult Baptism. And Last question: GOD told us to keep the sabbath, GODs holy day. 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. The first converts to Christianity were Jewish, and knew exactly what convert baptism was for: to show the community of faith that you have decided to follow Jesus. I want to ask a question that makes me wanna cry right now.. Before I start, I want to introduce myself.. Im a 14 years old girl who lives in a family that never go to church but we pray sometimes.. Its embarrassing to say (im crying right now) that we pray like twice a year.. fear is not Love. God wants us to be reconciled to Him, and Hes done His part. If you see a chair, you know that its something used for sitting. How that all works, exactly, is still unknown. Hang out with them. I was so scares if we didnt go to heaven like what im hoping for.. You should at least have a diary, if you feel the need to write that much. You say that youre concerned about following Gods doctrine correctly. First, we should ask what is Heaven?. where will you be if you are not reconciled and once you die is it too late? Third, you ask good questions! I dont know if Rob Bell is a Christian. What do you think? Nonot a level of sin. If they needed money, they would even sell Torah scrolls to pay for it! The aborted or unborn child that dies, along with all children that die not reaching the age of accountability, are in heaven. It is because a small mistake can lead us to hell.. From that i was thinking that going to heaven is not that easy.. Im scared that i will not meet my parents when im gone like were in the different world.. And i dont want to suffer in hell and ofc i dont want to let my parents go to that place too.. Christ's Blood Saves Babies. For me this includes my computer, and tv. For personal reasons. All of those friends have at least one thing in common: they are what the Bible describes as spiritually immature. Clearly, God decides. I honestly cant tell if youre trolling me. Spend some time in silence each day, listening for His guidance. If youd like to give, feel free to contact me. God is compassionate. 22:18-19 says: For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, if any man shall add unto these things,, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book. He said yes, but its not his Name. If thats the case, then Jesus didnt actually die for your sinsdid He? Let me know how it goes. The rich man also died and was buried. Before He died, Jesus taught us about His kingdom, about how we should live, and about Heaven and Hell. The goal is to agree with what God has said. You can read about it in Acts 10. She became a Christian and wanted to be baptized, so her church adjusted their normal baptism ceremony to make sure she was able to be publicly baptized without risking her life. He was suffering from depression and suicidal thoughts because he had thought he failed God somehow. Verse 10: false teachers spread confusion. Just like the thief on the cross. God IS love, and all that He does is done in love. except mathew 28 every one was baptized in jesus nameand I found out that mathew 28 was written for the people that are not jews it says to all nations but every jew was baptized in the name of Jesus. I want to grow more in christ and get baptized I have accepted jesus as my personal saviour.. and got the holy spirit when I was in my 4th grade a very young age.. I have a couple of thoughts. Which is fairly more secular compared to what I listen to. Its my understanding that God will never give up. Its that everybody Ive ever dealt with who has experiences like yours makes the same mistake. Please dont hesitate to contact me if you have more questions! I always cared about what others think ever since I was a small child and dealt with vanity too. Now the question is: I said no God is God, Jesus is the son, our savior. Be skeptical. Thanks for your commentand welcome to the family! Its easy to see Gods negative side in the Old Testament, with things like the flood, and the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, and the ground swallowing up a bunch of Israelites. For he says, In the time of my favor I heard you, The word disciple is MATHETES, which means learner or student. More than anything, we who follow Jesus should be students who never stop learning. Ive sinned. You can read them online anytime. I didnt go to church this morning because Ive been exposed to sick people. John answered them all, I baptize you with water. Make it a habit. You may have a hard time thinking of God as loving and caring and perfect, but Jesus didnt. Youre the church. Good question. I checked up on the Sins that man should not commit. Im very sorry to hear that, Therese. If you want to be baptized but are not allowed, relax. First, going to church is probably the wrong way to look at it. You and I are people, and God loves everyone. Do you believe that everyone was judged in 70, and went to their eternal reward or punishment? >> Also you say that means you wont go to heaven or hell. And not a false image of GOD? That is, I read in the Bible that the Father is God, that Jesus is God, and that the Holy Spirit is Godand that there is only ONE God. Long answer: It breaks my heart every time a mother or father asks that question upon the death of their infant or child. 2 Corinthians 5:14 tells us this very clearly: Because #1 is true, and because #2 is true, then #3 is equally true: were you to sin by never being baptized, that would not send you to Hell. Thanks again for writing, my friend. I mean, do we really need them to go to heaven that badly? Youve mentioned two specific questions: whether we can believe the Bible, and whether its reasonable to believe in miracles. =). A baptism of repentance was often part of the process, where people would acknowledge they had strayed from Gods intentions, and that they were turning back to Him. Jesus didnt come to Earth to to have awesome spiritual experiences. Our job is to do what we think God asks us to do, even if others dont get it. If Jesus the man was ignorant of the time of His return (Matthew 24:36), then He could also be tempted as a man. It had nothing to do with the sons good deeds, or good intentionsit was only because the son came home to the father. Thank you. I havent been baptized not because I didnt reject it its because I never had the opportunity. Many churches are full of people who have never read the New Testament and learned what they say they believe. When someone decides to follow a teacher, they make a permanent, lifetime commitment to follow that teacher and obey them, no matter what. Pray. Every religion talks about being good. And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again. In Pakistan, you may be killed for your faith. It sounds to me like you were probably saved, or at least that you were in process. Honestly, I wouldnt spend a lot of time debating the idea with anyone, including myself. Again, Im afraid that someone (or many someones) has led you astray. God is compassionate. The Jews wanted to kill Jesus because He claimed to be God. That doesnt mean everything has to be all puppies and rainbows all the time, of course. He was a child long desired but not awarded to us We buried him alongside the martyrs with whom he shares the compact of the tomb, Third, they gained wisdom in how to deal with the people around them. No thanks. He guides us, helps us, trains us, and corrects us. He taught His disciples to serve, rather than be served. The Bible tells us that God has been working on you for your whole life. The second thing I want to say is that you clearly dont understand the Scriptures. Departments, agencies and public bodies. I have always wanted to see and touch jesus thats been my only desire .. but from what I hear from my parents gives me a low self esteem could u tell how to grow in christ and be in a more strengthen relationship with jesus. Thanks for writing. Its clear that some people who think they are saved arent actually saved. Now, we know that not everybody will go to Heaven, right? But will i still go to heaven and live with him for eternity. That power came from the Holy Spirit. So infant baptism offers no relief to those who have lost newborn babies. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. Can You Go to Heaven if You're Not Baptized? . Only then can they claim to be a disciple and publicly display their faith. Thats a big encouragement for others, and a wise thing to do. Jesus told this story to show us what God is like. If you dont have a community of faith, let me encourage you to find one. Those who believe in baptismal regeneration are focused on Johns baptismthe baptism that signifies to the community of faith that one has chosen to join them. If you believe in Jesus Christ, why are you waiting? The reason I say that nobody is in Heaven or Hell right now is that the Bible speaks of judgment as an end-time event. 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. Some of Her greatest Saints have disagreed on this issue: St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas, for example, came to different conclusions. 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. Everyone who is baptized in the Holy Spirit is saved, and on their way to Heaven. I wonder, though: what sign would you give to your faith community by defying your parents? Im happy to have been even a little bit helpful. The important question is whether youve been born again, Deborah. Many saying only salvation enough for going heaven, not beliving holyspirit to go heaven. What have I missed? Thats all. Thats what baptizo means. Life with God is good. 847 This affirmation is not aimed at those who, through no fault of their own, do not know Christ and his Church: Those who, through no fault of their own, do not know the Gospel of Christ or his Church, but who nevertheless seek God with a sincere heart, and, moved by grace, try in their actions to do his will as they know it through the dictates of their conscience those too may achieve eternal salvation. Tell Him how you feel. She said yesthat was the devils beat. It sounds like youre saying that only people who perfectly follow His teachings will go to Heaven. Will god be able to forgive me? I dont pray a lot but I do believe in him. But coupled with that question filled with heart wrenching anguish begs the question who we think God is. You should be aware that not everybody who gathers with the church is born again. Its on my list of just-dont-say-it phrases. We shouldnt be directly by our feelings alone, but asking God to help you will pay off. We end up being obedient because were grateful, and because He helps us grow into the people we should be. Let me know if theres more I can do for you. Thats intended to be a permanent relationship, and not entered into lightly. My advice to you is simple. Theres a lot of garbage out there with Jesus name attached to it. Limbo is a theory developed by Medieval theologians as the place where unbaptized persons go when they die. Most of them grow-up to be rational, not believing in gods, life after death, and other harmful beliefs. Your question isnt really about baptism, but about salvation. The question isnt really what to do with your body after youre dead, but what to do with your spirit while youre alive. If your parents will allow it, you should be baptized. You must believe and be baptized to be saved, but John 3:16 says whosoever believes in me shall not perish but have everlasting life. Third, HOWEVER. Thanks for writing. The word means to make a case as a lawyer wouldto provide the evidence that something is true. Theyre not separate, like you and I are. Your responsibility isnt to be perfect, but to always trust Godeven when you mess up. Thats not what the Bible tells us. I live in the middle of dinosaur country (Colorado, USA) and have seen and touched many dinosaur bones and dinosaur eggs. When someone tells you something like you must be baptized to become a Christian or you were baptized wrong, check with the Scriptures. In the Bible, God says that if you seek Him, you will find Him. I really appreciate it. This is preferable to Johns baptism: I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit. 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. It should not be. I hope to not sin again, and if I do. Youve asked a very common question. 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! I loved my Grandpas, and I hope theyre in Heaven when I get there. Its like performing a magical incantation, as if saying the right words in the right order is what makes it work. This second birth is called the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Im grateful for your courage! I accepted Christ over 40 years ago and Ive never been baptized. He didnt just love the obedient, Jen He loved the whole world, even while we turned our backs on Him. It should be something you decide and not something pressured on you. Blessings. Im stuck with a dilemma where i read something in an article, ive been water baptized, but no hands were laid on me to receive the Holy Spirit. Theres no limitation on the number involved, but because its an important step for a believer, we should make an effort to do it well. 1) On the one hand, there is no positive suffering for the babies, or they have no personal guilt. Your story is one that many can tell: baptism, followed by a life not so pleasing to God, then a return. Nobody goes to Heaven without being reconciled to God. If you read 2 Corinthians 5 you can see that reconciliation is what we need. Im praying for you, my brother. One isnt saved by being a Catholic, or a Mormon, or a Jew, or a Baptist, or a Presbyterian, or a Nazarene, or anything else. 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. As this was happening, others heard and were marveled after Peter spoke unto them about the occurence and in Acts 2:37 Now when they heard this they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and the rest of the apostles, Men and brethern, what shall we do.? They think Hes not a person, but a force or that Hes just the soul of Jesus or the soul of God. You and I may not meet here, but we will meet there if you belong to God. ), Is there any good way to explain it, or understand it better? Im not sure if i would say he is a false teacher because i dont see him questioning the resurrection of Jesus or the purpose for hom dying on the cross. Theyre not just for you, but for anyone who reads your comment. The Bible is abundantly clear that the wicked will be punished. Finally, lets talk about religion. The Bible describes Christians as people who are adopted into Gods family. Do you think I should be listening to it?. I grew up listening to music, and still do (Im pretty old now). If you do, then you may need a saviour such as Mohamed or Jesus. All throughout Scripture, we see that they are not the same person. Maybe YOUR church sucks. 3. Spirits do not have bodies muchless blood to atone with, thus the manifestation of God/Christ in the flesh. I agree, and I disagree. Did you know that JESUS will be judging us? First, its nice to meet you! https://bethelgrace.wordpress.com/2008/06/26/are-you-lukewarm, http://www.oldpaths.com/Archive/Davison/Roy/Allen/1940/036-outpouring.html. As I point out in the article above, ONE DIED FOR ALL, THEREFORE ALL DIED. I dont want to miss out on the good things in life, like having kids and living a long time and enjoying this world.. Some traditions are based in fact, while others grow on their own. Try to connect with a bunch of people at the church. However: thats not the entire story. In Matthew 15, Jesus explains that it isnt what goes into a person that defiles them. Modalism teaches that the Son didnt ask the Father to send the Spirit, because the Father and Spirit ARE Jesus. Isnt disobedience a sin? One might suggest that this is unfair, and they might seem to make a good point. With respect, I have every reason to doubt that youll do it but I sincerely hope that youll surprise me and be like a Berean. I want to be saved and I know that Jesus will save me if I stay true to him. You can only accept it or reject it. What if Lucifer dethroned God? God brings us to Heaven because we want to be with Him. Does that mean homosexual behavior is okay with God? They were all involved in the creation, in the flood, in the exodus everything. If not, Id be very happy to hear it! Youll want to find some other people near you who follow Jesus closely. I asked God to give me clarity on this matter and saw your message a few minutes later. On a related note, you might enjoy another website of mine. And I have asked him to forgive me. Some take this to mean that trinitarians are polytheists, or tritheists. This is certainly not true, because there is only one God. Another is an agnostic. 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. We all want to hear from Him, but we seldom do. He has a plan for you. So when they die, as with our loved ones of the human variety, of course we want to know what becomes of them. Chapter and verse. What happens to these people? On the other hand, one might suggest that any person who seeks God sincerely is, at the very least, being saved. 1) Do you think, me moving to my Grandmas, who was always with god, and taught me to pray and talk to God. The answer is that it depends. Thats awesome! Heres what Jesus said to a religious scholar named Nicodemus: No one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again John 3:3. One example is Acts 10. Its called apologetics. Old Testament prophets (and John the Baptist, among others) would call the people to turn their hearts toward God. At that point there is no reason to wait. Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior. Our bodies will be transformed at the coming of Jesus. Thanks for that I have a neughbour that believes in oneness pentecostalism and he tries to make me believe him..i mean at some point it seems that hes talking the right thing. Angels and humans are simply two different kinds of beings that God has created, like cats and giraffes. Read more about this in the next item on the list: If That Way is unknown or unheard of to these people, what happens to those who are ignorant of the Father, when they die? Nicodemus didnt understand. Does that make sense? Verse 8: false teachers do not have the authority that comes from God, where whats being taught matches the gospel as it was initially taught by Jesus and His disciples. Let me know. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. Is that what gets someone into Heaven, or are you pretending that thats what gets someone into Heaven? Youre either running TO God or running FROM Godthe choice is yours. Thats clearly not the case. If you want to be part of His Kingdom, you must acknowledge that He is King, and that to be part of His Kingdom you must submit to His authority. Thank you in advance. Righteousness equals belief), then you deserve to access all of the realms and Kingdoms in the heavens with God ? Sorry for hijacking the baptize thread. Your job is to cooperate with Him. We do have some clues about our next life, though. The Bible is clear, over and over: God knows everything. You dont need to be baptized to be saved, but you should be baptized after youre saved. Another thing, relevant to your message, is that nobody laid hands on them to receive the Spirit, and it didnt happen when they were baptized. Thank you for your response. Theres no sin that Jesus did not pay for. Think about it like a family. Ask! Jesus refers to the Father as God all the time. This is confirmed by Pope Pius IX, in "Quanto conficiamur moerore," August 10, 1863 (DS 2866) "God in His supreme goodness and clemency, by no means allows anyone to be punished with eternal punishments who does not have the guilt of voluntary fault." Its never a good idea to suggest that truth can be determined by our feelings. No, I am not a Messianic Jew but there is a lot of their teachings which is very informative. what happens to unbaptized adults when they die. Government activity Departments. If the rapture were to happen, would I be saved with my Grandmother and other friends & family? That kind of belief isnt just agreeing with an idea. Church doctrine now states that unbaptized babies can go to heaven instead of getting stuck somewhere between heaven and hell.23 thg 4, 2007 Can you be Catholic without being Baptised?
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