BobTriez

I never said otherwise Joel.....

Define Baptism <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Not a chance Joel.....not interested in debating that. I'm just wondering who's not been baptized in this thread 'cuz it seems some are arguing over something here that could make some folks question their salvation.....what does Paul say about that ? 1 Timothy 1:23 23 Don't have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels. 24 And the Lord's servant must not quarrel; instead, he must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. Titus 3:9 9 But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and arguments and quarrels about the law, because these are unprofitable and useless. And before anyone twists my thoughts into saying that I think this topic is stupid or foolish, don't bother You know that's not what I mean I guess what I'm trying to say is if anyone here has not been baptized, I'd encourage them to get themselves baptized....and for those of us who have been baptized, I'd ask "why are we arguing over whether or not it saves you" ? I've already stated my position on that a few pages back and I loathe redundancy...so, I'll not expound on my position further....I'm just wondering "why the argument" is all ( and I'm aware this is a discussion board and that's the nature of such....to discuss. I'm looking at it from a Biblical point of view of arguing over things such as this ). God bless, Bob

Just curious....has anyone in this thread not been baptized ?

Soul, that feature is temporarily turned off. I think in questions for George there is a post on this subject. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yep.....Click Here God bless, Bob

Well, since Mary is not God, I can't see how it would be blasphemy....no more than if I saw Abe Lincoln in a grilled cheese....

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I removed that thread due to the fact it attracted a few unwelcomed responses. I really do not see how it would profit you to see it ? There would be nothing to gain but allowing it to be seen again. And to be honest, I don't have the time for things such as that.....I'm more concerned about speading the Gospel of Jesus Christ and bringing the lost to Him.... God bless, Bob

Matthew 24:6 You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. Ain't no thing..... Be blessed, Bob

Closed per request of the original poster. God bless, Bob

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Welcome Stephanie! Hope you find this place a blessing....if there's anything you need, just ask. Good on ya for making a decision for Christ.....getting baptized will be an experience you'll never forget...let the Lord speak to you and be blessed. Again, welcome. You will find a first rate group of brothers & sister here.....hope you stay awhile! God bless, Bob

Sorry.....I'll

You're not using the New World Translation are you Sam ?

This should be as good as Nebraska Man

Yes....being under the influence of any amount of any mood or mind altering chemical is indeed a sin. Call me a legalist but it simply is not conducive to a Christian lifestyle to be under the influence of something other than the Holy Spirit. God bless, Bob

I don't see why you have to give the devil all the glory all the time Larry....one can associate anything with him if ya try...and that's 'zactly what he wants! Attention on himself....that's what got him cast outta heaven in the first place and he's still looking for attention. Why not associate it with God ? By saying to do a search for "aromatherapy occult" is handing the issue over to the devil. How about not adding the word occult to your search and see what you get ? You said " Any thing that is used to "sooth" the soul apart from Jesus is through another spirit."......Ok....so do you relax ? Take vacations to "sooth" yourself & be refreshed ? Is that wrong ? Where does it end ? Where do you draw the line ? Sorry, I just can't see handing our joy over to satan all the time....surely that's not God's desire....is it ? God bless, Bob

It's the book that Muslims use....not conducive to Christianity by any means....it's a false religion ( Islam ). That's why IR deleted the link God bless, Bob

I have to agree with Debbie on this one. While we are to strive for holiness, the Word does make it clear we can not live without sin....not only that, but if we say we are ( sinless ), we are calling God a "liar" and the "truth is not in us". Those are some pretty strong words! It also seems to follow that once we stop thinking we have sin, that negates the need to confess & repent....and that is very dangerous ground to be on. The Word also makes it very clear what happens to those who refuse to repent; even if through prideful deceit by believing they no longer need to due to their "perfection". If you don't confess your sins...guess what ? Yeah See how dangerous this belief is ? Don't be fooled.... God bless, Bob

We don't think you are trying to be a jerk. You are simply operating on what you believe to be true. Some of the things you believe about atheists are not true. This has an effect us. We can change this. We care too. Seriously. Ask us questions. Also do not presume that we have not opened our hearts and minds to the possibilities. Many atheists become atheists after pursuing paths in the clergy. They were certainly believers of deep convictions. And yet they changed. BobTriez said I didn't notice much defending of Jesus in this thread. Nor did I notice any assaults on Jesus. Should we make such an assault we would be foolish not to expect a reprise. Of course we understand that this is a Christian board. I personally am not here to challenge your beliefs on that matter. But this thread is exactly the sort of thing that I and I suspect my fellow atheists are here for. To challenge the misinformation and misunderstanding being spread about atheists in our society. If you want to witness and bring Jesus to us don't you think it is in your interest to really learn what we are about? To assume and conjecture in ignorance does you no good. We have an interest in being here to refute the misinformation spread about us. You can take advantage of this in finding out what makes us tick. It would be a shame not to take advantage of this opportunity. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I'm not entering in on the discussion Az...I'm just telling you that we ( the moderators ) will be watching this thread very close. I can't expect you to understand, but we do have baby Christians to protect. I will not allow your beliefs to influence their growth in Christ. I make no apology for defending the truth nor for protecting the flock. God bless, Bob

Where's Jesus in this discussion ? Remember....this is a Christian message board....and while y'all are welcome here, be prepared to have Christians defend the Name of Jesus....you really aren't shocked by that are you ? We just can't help it Jesus is so good and I do love Him so Carry on though....but we'll be watching this one God bless, Bob