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So, you're one of those posters. Ok. Well, I'll wipe the dust off of my feet now and move on. It won't matter what scripture I post because you'll make sure to dismiss it without a thought. ps....I specifically said I wasn't much of a 'pc' person; I also have a family member who would fall...

Yes, it is! Because "In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God" 2 Cor 4:4 and "The natural person does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are...

Well as long as you're sure I'm wrong ;) "Water" in John 3:5 isn't baptism. How do I know? Christ hadn't been crucified yet. Baptism for spiritual cleansing/renewal and the New Covenant didn't come into effect until after His resurrection. What does Mark say here? "Whoever believes and is...

Daniel 7 is about the end days, rise and destruction of the Anti Christ. Nothing about demons 'in' people. Yes, believers need the full armor of God and James tells us to submit to God, resist the enemy and he will flee. We're told how to stand firm against the enemies 'flaming darts', but...

You said "a" disciple. Disciple just means follower of Christ. The 12 never taught believers could be demon possessed and if that were an issue, why would they not? It would be a pretty big deal... 1 Timothy was an example, certainly not an entire doctrine. I figured you'd realize that. Of...

As Christians we are definitely in spiritual battles with demons; that doesn't mean they can possess us. There's spiritual oppression but demons can't indwell a believer. The Holy Spirit resides in us, He has control. Demonic possession would mean demons have control over us. By oppressing a...

Baptism is a response to salvation; not a requirement to attain it. An 8 day old Jewish baby's circumcision was a physical entrance into a covenant - it didn't affect his spiritual life. There were plenty of Israelites who were circumcised yet fell away from God. Not a spiritual covenant...

Thank you! And the same to you :) I do need to read up on that, I appreciate your post!

Please read my post closer. I referred to demonic possession of a believer. Thanks!

Agreed. Further down in 1 Cor 5 vs 12-13 say: "For what have I to do with judging outsiders? Is it not those inside the church whom you are to judge? 13 God judges those outside. “Purge the evil person from among you.” It's not definitive whether or not the man in 1 Cor is the same as in 2 Cor...

Hi! There are verses re: sickness, e.g., James 5:14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. Paul tells Timothy to "...use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent...

That's the very reason it's good to know with whom one is debating. How do I know you're not one of those who 'claim to be Christian"? Me, I accepted Christ as my Savior almost 50 years ago, age 10. I, too, believe the bible is the word of God and that's the only thing I follow - no...

We are to love, and I don't mean any of my posts to come across in an ugly way. But we have to remember the 'whole council of God' - there's more to being a Christian than love. We're not to condone works of darkness or different doctrine. "Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness...

I'm sorry you consider an honest question 'loaded'. I'm also sorry you appear to be ashamed to share your faith. Given those 2 things, I have to wonder why you're posting. Thanks, anyway.

I've just read your op so I'm sure this has already been said but ....can you without a doubt say the "Christians" you've encountered were truly saved? There are many who call themselves Christian but haven't received Christ. Scripture speaks of this, too. 2 Cor 6:14 says "Do not be unequally...

Is that how you evaluate the context of scripture? I see by some of the posts above you follow mormonism, so I know your view of God's word is skewed. There's a difference between the baptism in Acts 1 and Matthew. Do you know what that is? I'd find out before calling Jesus a liar. And...

Oh I agree. I meant as far as a believer is concerned we know from His word we should be baptized, so the only ones who wouldn't be 'hearing Him' are non-believers. But yes, believers can definitely be disobedient. Maybe I misunderstood your post, if so, sorry about that.

Actually, I search words to see what they actually mean every day and have posted such here on these boards (I'm new so you won't find that many yet, but it's what I do on every forum/board I post on). How could you possibly know what I've been told the bible says? I don't 'guess' and I don't...

I know what a figure of speech is, and there are plenty in scripture. But, scripture is also full of things that are impossible - does that mean none of them are literally true? Mt 9:26 But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Are...

Since His word tells us repeatedly to repent and be baptized, that is God telling us to be baptized. He won't contradict Himself so there shouldn't be any true believer who doesn't "hear Him telling you." Baptism doesn't save, it is - as you said - a step of obedience after salvation. I...