Search results

You seem to believe that God chose who would be saved before the beginning of time. I'd have to say that it is believed by every other denomination of the Christian faith that it is the reformed that are twisting the scriptures to say what they don't mean. I'll just give you a for instance here...

Hey Behold, What does the above have to do with Secure Eternal Salvation? Just curious....

LOL Don't hold your breath. Can't remember who, but a prominent Protestant person said that we will be splintering even more and the faith will become washed down unless we learn to agree and become strong...I'm speaking of Protestantism. I agree with this wholeheartedly, but due to man's...

Agreed. And this is what the catholic, or universal, church taught till the early 4th century. It was in keeping with what Jesus and the Apostles taught, including Paul, the honorary Apostle.

I hate to say this but have stated it many times... Not only to WHOM is the interpretation of scripture given (your question to the other poster) But I'd say WHICH interpretation is given. It seems to me that the Holy Spirit teaches different truths to different persons. Some also espouse...

Edited. Wow. Good work MS! I've said many times that the CC was the original church and even the true church but only till 325. In fact, that's the time you begin the heresies list.

Oh, well. I also have had wine with Andre many times!! ;)

Are you of the reformed faith? I ask because I fear how you might understand some of the above verses.

Thanks! Did you really have wine with Andre Rieu? :):):)

The article mentions John Piper...how many times have I heard that Piper is more of a Calvinist than Calvin was. Honestly, I also believe that a hyper calvinist is a true calvinist. To me it sounds like you're softening it up. I've read some of the Institutes and, quite frankly, the more I read...

Question: Hasn't the mystery of the faith in 1 Timothy 3:9 been revealed? The mystery that has now been made known... Ephesians 3:1-6 1For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles— 2 assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God's grace that was given...

Ronald... I have to disagree with you. The CC was from the beginning - it's roots can be traced back to the Apostles. (I'm not Catholic - this is plain history). But I know what you mean about the Catholic Chruch taking hold. I'd say it started when Constantine became involved in church...

I agree with you as far as the early church goes... Then man's pride and arrogance and power-seeking got in the way of the pure faith. I also believe the CC is trying to get back to basics,,,but it might be too late. Especially with the distancing this Pope has caused with orthodox catholics...

You know theefaith, I'm not Catholic due to disagreements with doctrine - but I do know the doctrine - and I must say, you do a disservice to the CC. It would be better if you just did not involve your church at all and just spoke generally about different topics that come up. Stop trying to...

2 Timothy 2:15 15Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. 16But avoid worldly and empty chatter, for it will lead to further ungodliness, 17and their talk will spread like gangrene. Among them are...

Hi Oz, Nice to see you here - Hope you're doing well. I understand a heresy to be any teaching that is not in keeping with orthodox Christianity (not the Eastern Orthodox religion). The problem is that we all believe to have the truth. We Protestants claim that we use the bible as our...

In later times some will depart from the faith... In later times some will depart from their faith... Same difference. If someone departs from something... It means they had it to begin with.... and they left it behind. Do I think some could abandon their faith and become lost? Yes...this is...

I understand what you're saying...but I do believe it goes beyond what you say above. The dividing of chapters and verses has nothing to do with understanding scripture. Paul is telling Timothy that in the end times some will DESERT THE FAITH. The faith teaches a lot...not only marriage and...

part 2 of 2 @PinSeeker Here's what Calvin said about predestination: By predestination we mean the eternal decree of God, by which he determined with himself whatever he wished to happen with regard to every man. All are not created on equal terms, but some are preordained to eternal life...

Hi PS, Been away. I think we left off here... It's not easy speaking to a "calvinist". Each one of you has different ideas ! You believe God loves everyone, albeit in a different way. Some will state that God hates everyone except His elect. I do believe that @brightfame52 would be one of...