Instant Conversion

[yomotalking]

........To be honest, I'm not sure.

I suppose that the instant you accept Jesus into your heart, He comes, and you are saved.

But some people disagree.

They say you have to "seek" God until you find him, (that could be years, or the rest of your life)

.......and then, once you've done that, you can ask Jesus in........

I disagree.

I know their Childern want to become Christians, but they suppose they have to havea big "thing" happen to them, before they can become Christians....

I'm not so sure.

Of course, I felt happy after, but there was no big "thing" that made me.

What are your views on the subject?

[Iryssa]

I believe "That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved." (Rom. 10:9)

I see no scriptural evidence to suggest that you have to someow work your way to a point where you can be saved. God has a plan, and the Holy Spirit is going to draw people to Himself at the right moment, whatever that may be.

[other one]

I believe "That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved." (Rom. 10:9)

I see no scriptural evidence to suggest that you have to someow work your way to a point where you can be saved. God has a plan, and the Holy Spirit is going to draw people to Himself at the right moment, whatever that may be.

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However I might add that the phrase confess with your mouth "Jesus is Lord" is a real mouth full and once you get below the very surface becomes not so simple.

[Mongo]

God also knows the intent in your heart and hears it as well. For some, slavation comes immediately and for others it takes a while. I don't know why this is, but I believe its God's will.

[Homeward]

Conversion is instant.

Growth is ongoing.

Grace and Peace to you, Yomo

[Gerioke]

I would think that once you've confessed your sins, that would remove all obstacles. A lot of people sin without thinking they are sinning. Because of pride, ignorance?

[Homeward]

You're right, Gerioke. There are tons of obstacles in the walk. Landmines if you will...ie., pride, fear, depression, rejection, jealousy, anger, guilt, loneliness, lust, etc., etc., etc. And then there's Satan throwing his fiery darts. Aaargh, it is difficult! But be of good cheer brother, for you know we have a mighty and concerned helper in our God. Our Father, Jesus, The Holy Spirit, the word, prayer.

Edited October 8, 2005 by Homeward

[Iryssa]

Conversion is instant. 

Growth is ongoing. 

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Well said! That pretty much covers it, and very succinctly!

[kodischild]

Conversion is instant. 

Growth is ongoing. 

Grace and Peace to you, Yomo 

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Well said

[yomotalking]

What some people say is:

It's not right to go for salvation, because you do not fully understand what you are doing.

I remember once talking to friends who don't believe in Instant Conversion.

I said something,and he got a bit narky, and said "We're not like you!!!"

(Meaning, praying, and recieving Christ, then, right there.)

I was a bit hurt.

He said it like I was an alien from space.

But you guys, how do you see this?

I don't know.......