Im not saying youre only reading one verse but I am saying that there are a bunch of verses that you may not be considering here. In case anybody reading this wonders about what I just wrote, lets consider a real-life scenario. the Lord Jesus is all about love, he doesnt bring sickness and disease on us, but he can allow things to happen. Do you feel like people are judging you? Also you say that means you wont go to heaven or hell. Nobody likes hypocrisy. Is it bad that i am scared for judgment day, not because im scared of going to hell but because I have always wanted to live a full life here and have kids and die naturally- im 15. God knows that we cant be all that we should be without His help, so He offers His help. Youve probably heard John 3:16 before. Its frightening for me to imagine that the sameWell.Creator, God, that demolished Sodom and Gomorrah for their glut of sin would allow monsters such as Hitler or Robespierre free entry into Heaven with saints, popes, Jesus. I found it difficult at times to trust God, because I was afraid of my own father. Neither you nor I know what that woman looks like, but if you cooperate with Him you will be amazed at how youve changed. As I was reading through some comments, I want to ask a question. . So: how does this information address what you wrote? Im not going to pretend to know something that other people dont. That doesnt make it okay, of course but it does mean that youre no worse than anybody else. - Ian Nov 28, 2011 at 12:42 @Richard: Among others, this is the Catholic position on baptism. Were capable of amazing things, and terrible things. Im 16 years old & I feel absolutely ridiculous writing this to you because I think its pointless. 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 are unsure on what to do and you are alive breathing by his grace persue truth and strive for righteousness. God is righteous. Anyway, some people arent careful about the command, and assume that God was telling everyone, for all time, to not eat pork. Here are three reasons why: Let me try to clear something up. God raised Him from the dead to prove that He exists, and to show that He has the power to do anything. Heres a pretty good one: sin is purposely disobeying a known law of God by a morally responsible person. Im not against Rob Bell. The problem with that idea is that people think they can do whatever they want in life, and there will be no consequences. To help me get in touch with him? People need to understand the difference. 3:9), as the Church reaffirms in the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC): Outside the Church there is no salvation. But im just not sure what to think of him as. That is the part im talking about, what if said Christian Person feel the need nah im good in Faith with Jesus, but doesent bother to be baptized in water because they believe their Faith is strong in Jesus Christ they think they will go to Heaven and live Eternal with God. Third, HOWEVER. Hes not the Father, but Hes just like the Father, and theyre one. No need to baptised by the holyspirit. Thats part of why He came to earth as a man! Let me know if you have any questions. 2) Was/Is it too late for me to be saved? Focus on the New Testament, since Christians are to live by what Jesus did and said. No, of course not. The Father and Son are mentioned as distinct over 200 times. If you can, let me know whether you trust God completely, or if theres some way I can help you. That probably matters, if one wants to go to Heaven. 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.. If you believe it sounds like you may go to different places if youve been baptized or not. Menu. Nobody will go to Hell for sinning. I want to be fair to Bell, and to answer your question responsibly. In the Catholic Church infants are baptized or sprinkled within a few weeks of their birth, but sometimes the ritual is not performed until they are six months old. First, it shows that Augustine does not view ignorance as something that makes us culpable at the judgement-which obviously applies to infants. Your job is to cooperate with Him. At the same time, the Holy Spirit comes to live in us. When someone is dying, their heartbeat and blood circulation slow down. I mean, I could never bring myself to do that with another man. You need to examine the evidence for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. THE SON IS GOD What we shouldnt do is go beyond what Scripture teaches and trade it for the traditions of men. Many are baptized multiple times because they arent taught accurately about conversion, at least that is the case for those I have ministered to. Baptism doesnt wash off your sins. Let Him do it. (Mark 1:8). They have to trust God with their life. I mean, I dont know if one day Ill suddenly fall in love with a man. Augustine begins: We see that . In a religion, God will remain displeased until we do just the right things to please Him. Heaven is HOME for us, where we get to be together with our family forever. I feel that there are so many christians hammering gays over the head with the bible, but what are we really doing to them? Gina is part of a group of oneness folks, who believe not just that Jesus is God, but that God all of God is Jesus. I recommend it for every believer in fact, the Bible teaches that believers are expected to do this. but later on, I hadnt attended church in a while. Christianity teaches that its the other way around: God isnt interested in sacrifices and offerings, but simply wants a good relationship with uslike any good father wants a good relationship with his children. We dont know exactly what happens when we die. Listen carefully. Which is something I struggle with. Very few really understand what theyre getting into when they decide to submit to God. To a first-century Israeli mind, a private baptism is an oxymorontwo things that cant go together. Music is a combination of sounds and words, sung to a rhythm. Scrutiny Rites. I know: thats not what youve heard before. My experience is very clear in this regard. Thanks for your comment! We may never be entirely sin-free on Earth, but we can definitely get better at pleasing God. And we know from verse 1 that the Word WAS God. Do you believe that ALL of the nations were gathered before Jesus in 70? 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. what happens to unbaptized adults when they die. Well, remember PISTEUO. First, lets clear up a couple of things. All it takes is surrender. In John 3 Jesus told Nicodemus that we must be born again, and that no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit. Youre accepting some things, but rejecting others. If we reject His offer, He wont drag us into Heaven against our will. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit, you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth, compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Oh, there will be judgment. But its not a right now need. The question isnt whether youve been dunked, but whether you trust God with your life. My dead twin sisters are my guardian angels. can a guardian angel appear as a family member. Thanks for asking. He guides us, helps us, trains us, and corrects us. Adults were required to convert before they could be baptized. Does that make sense? Ill be happy to change my mind, retract my articles, and publish new articles that agree with you if you can show me. The question is whether what you believe is true. 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. You say that you believe in God very much. And lofi barely has any words in it. I hope to make it clearer for you. The opposite. What am i washing off if its not my Sin even though im Human and would Sin again without knowing it, must i be baptized again for every tiny sin i do everytime. God is just. My friend, if he hadnt of looked to his side. I just want to point one thing out to people who think salvation is based on being baptizedJesus told the two gentlemen being crucified next to him (after they professed their faith) today you will be with me in paradise. Because you should probably have your own website. 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. When you die as a Reborn Christian, where does your spirit go then? I dont consider myself an expert on his teaching, but Ive spent some time on it. The Sacrament of Baptism is often called "The door of the Church," because it is the first of the seven sacraments not only in time (since most Catholics receive it as infants) but in priority since the reception of the other sacraments depends on it. Baptism is important, but it doesnt give us life. What happens to unbaptized infants when they die? Theres nothing wrong with liking someones music. I havent been baptized not because I didnt reject it its because I never had the opportunity. Im also not trying to call anyone out. This isnt the only passage where I get this info, but its pretty straightforward. Those who are not reconciled to God go to Hell. Im scared, my anxiety is bad, and Im scared ill never see my grandma or my Lord ever in the afterlife, and I wonder. Reconciliation is something that happens all the time, between people. Spending quality time with other people who follow Jesus will help you trust God better. What would the Pastor say to a person before being baptized, what must i be reconciled for. You had some things wrong when you were young, and youve gained a greater understanding of God and how He works since then. I have a question. I lied, and I did lots of sin. If it were, the New Testament would explain in detail what it is, why its done, and how to do it. Related questions More answers below If an unbaptized person is going through RCIA, can he or she ask for his child to be baptized in the Catholic Church or it is necessary to wait anyway? However: For BBC Radio 5 live, Charlie investigated what might happen to Harry when she was no longer able to care for him. A lot of people with whom you would disagree have studied far more than you or I, so just reading and studying is no indication that youre right. It says that Jesus is the head. Without that, youre just blowing smoke. 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. Have a great day! Hi, Im a college grad and I recently felt my faith slipping. Then their corpses rot and fertilize the ground. I would love to discuss this with your further, should you need a hand. Well am sort of confused! The son is of God and The holy ghost was created before all time and all creation. I baptize you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit. The trouble is that we have no idea when that will actually happen. If youd like, I can show you where to read that theyre incompatible. Have a great day! The story isnt about him and his mistakes, thoughits about the loving father who watched the road, waiting for his son to come home. Stay in the word ask Jesus into your heart.. God bless!*. However: if you want to be EFFECTIVE in spreading the word of Christ, youre not going to do it without the church. An adult or child of catechetical age who is not baptized enters the Christian Initiation process and through a process of liturgy, catechesis, and formation is prepared to celebrate the three sacraments of . Theyre wrong, of course. If baptism is something we do because we understand God and what He wants from us, then we should all be baptized over and over as we learn more about Him. Does that mean that a caring and good person would go to hell just for not being religious even if they never did any crimes against humanity or anything really bad? She got the point. If baptism is required for salvation, then every explanation of salvation that does not mention baptism is at best incomplete, certainly insufficient, and possibly a lie from Satan himself. Its not enough to know about God, or even to believe Hes awesome. Those who continue to rebel do not go to Heaven, in spite of all that Jesus has done to pave the way for us. Im a Christian apologist. We love people, but still get lonely. Additionally, even Purgatory is limited to creatures with a soul, which can be concluded by " The Man Who Would Be King " meaning angels don't end up there either, they would have to just "wink out" like the light on a candle being snuffed.
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