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Baptism: Why is it Necessary?
This has been a long asked question in the church, and there are numerous ones associated with it. Did my first baptism count? Do I have to be Saved to be baptized? Will being baptized Save me? Let’s examine the Scriptural basis for baptism. ‘The baptism of John, whence was it? from heaven or of [...]
Tags: Jesus Christ, kingdom of god, scripture, voice of god
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A biblical overview: Should Christians Live by The Law or by Grace?
The law, or the Old Covenant, was initially put into motion for the Israelites at Mt. Sinai by God in the form of the 10 commandments. Its purpose is to reveal the true nature of God, and govern how we conduct ourselves. On the flip side, the law shows us just how sinful and distant [...]
Tags: christians, colossians 2, eternal life, galatians 3, israelites, Jesus Christ, relationship with god, romans, sacrificial lamb, scripture
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The Meaning of Baptism
A book on evangelicalism recounts a recent development in the practice of baptism: “Generally, new converts are baptized in the ocean. Here is what happens. After the words of the baptismal covenant have been exchanged, two deacons hold the person’s hands and feet in a horizontal stretch, swing the convert back and forth, and then [...]
Tags: baptismal regeneration, infant baptism, local church, new testament, true believer, true believers
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What is the Rock? An Analysis of Matthew 16:18
A correct hermeneutic strives for an “analysis of the plain meaning of words in their literary and historical contexts.” (Moore, The Hermeneutic of Historical Distance). It is essential that the Bible student keep before him a sound philosophy of interpretation when examining any passage, especially when that passage is difficult or controversial. Someone who forces [...]
Tags: bible, bible student, cult, denomination, ephesians 2, Jesus Christ, lord jesus christ, matthew 16, prophets, scripture, word of truth
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The Doctrines of Grace
The Doctrines of Grace, otherwise known as the Five Points of Calvinism, are central truths found in the Bible. The reference to these truths as the “Five Points of Calvinism,” are referring to the 16th century reformer, John Calvin who reintroduced these truths to the forefront of thinking, during “dark age” of Catholic dominance. Calvin [...]
Tags: 2 thessalonians 2, biblical perspective, ephesians 1, five points of calvinism, grace of god, limited atonement, perseverance of the saints
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Benny Hinn, yapp his a False Teacher
I have had so many people tell me not to judge Benny Hinn. I have been told that he is an anointed vessel of God and that everything he does aligns with the Word of God. People, that is not the case. When I became a Christian, I was in the charismatic movement for few [...]
Tags: Benny Hinn, benny hinns, charismatic man, charismatic movement, false hope, false prophecies, False Prophet, false prophets, False Teacher, word of god
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How can I be sure of my salvation?
There are two important tests in Scripture for a person to determine whether or not he or she is a true believer. There is first of all an objective test, which asks, “Do I believe?” Ask yourself if you affirm the Scripture’s record of the person and work of Jesus Christ. Do you believe that [...]
Tags: 1 john, apostle john, heresy, holiness, Jesus Christ, moral truth, obedient life, proactive approach, scripture, sinless perfection, sound doctrine, true believer, true believers
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Is it possible for redeemed people to lose their salvation?
The Bible says, “No!” One who is saved “has everlasting life, and … is passed from death unto life” (John 5:24). Eternal life by definition cannot be temporary. It is the present possession of all those who have truly trusted Christ. Romans 8:28-39 reveals clearly that there is nothing in the universe that can separate [...]
Tags: according to scripture, assurance of salvation, bible, christians, elect, ephesians 1, eternal life, eternally, everlasting life, hebrews, inheritance, jude 24, lack assurance, nothing in the universe, psalm 51, romans 8, scripture, true believer, true christians
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Regeneration
A. A. HODGE; revised by B. B. WARFIELD Regeneration (from Lat. re-, again + generare, beget) is a theological term used to express the initial stage of the change experienced by one who enters upon the Christian life. It is derived from the New Testament, where the “new birth” (1 Pet. i. 3, 23; Titus [...]
Tags: act of god, baptismal regeneration, cult, divine grace, gracious assistance, history of theology, latin church, moral course, new testament, protestant theology, reformers, word of god
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Calvinism vs. Arminianism
According to Arminianism, salvation is accomplished through the combined efforts of God (who takes the initiative) and man (who must respond) – man’s response being the determining factor. God has provided salvation for everyone, but His provision becomes effective only for those who, of their own free will, choose to cooperate with Him and accept [...]
Tags: almighty power, elect, eternal destiny, eternally, gift of salvation, god the father, good over evil, helplessness, holy spirit, human nature, new birth, regeneration, repentance, saints, sinful nature, systematic theology, total depravity, triune god
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