Are you a Fundamentalist? A Protestant? A Conservative? An Evangelical?

[PATrobas]

Reminders Definitions - Evangelical

            What is the definition of an evangelical? In common English, an evangelical is anyone who is zealous about advocating something. But in Christian terms, the word evangelical takes on a more profound meaning. Evangelical comes from the Greek word ‘evangelion’ meaning Gospel, or good news. ^{Strong’s # 2098} A slightly different ending to ‘evangel’ makes it ‘evangelizo’ meaning, messenger of God that brings good news. ^{Strong’s # 2097} From these two Greek words we get the English words, evangelical, evangelize, evangelist, preacher, and Gospel. With these foundations we now look to the Bible for answers to the following questions. What is an evangelical Christian? Are there Christians that are not evangelical? Is an evangelical the same as a fundamentalist? A Protestant? A conservative? And finally, are you an evangelical?

            First, we must define the words Gospel and Christian. What is the Gospel? The Bible declares that the Word of God became human flesh, was called Emmanuel, or ‘God with us’ ^{Matthew 1:23-25} and was named Jesus. He grew into adulthood and lived a perfect life by faith, fulfilling the law of Moses. God placed all the sin and sins of the world on Him and then He edied on the cross as payment for all of us. ^{Romans 6:23} He was buried for 3 days and nights, proving His death and was then raised from the dead by God, alive forevermore. ^{1 Corinthians 15:1-4} In a nutshell, the Gospel is the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. The Bible also says that whosoever believes and obeys the Gospel, trusting in Jesus’ finished work on their behalf is a Christian. ^{John 3:16} Next, A person who openly testifies of their salvation and proclaims this good news to others is an ‘evangelical Christian.’ Can a Christian be anything other than evangelical? Yes, but they are often only following a liturgical practice of religion rather than an active obedience to the command of Jesus to “Go into all the world and preach the Gospel to every creature.” ^{Mark 16:15; Romans 10:10-11; Acts 1:8} Being an evangelical Christian doesn’t make you fundamental, Protestant, or conservative, although evangelicals are often identified with one or more of these three. A fundamentalist is a Christian who believes in the inerrant, authoritative and literal interpretation of Scripture and of the foundational doctrines contained therein, such as the virgin birth and deity of Jesus. Protestantism is a term applied to those who associate with the 16th century reformation movement, which emphasizes salvation by grace through faith apart from works, and Biblical, rather than Roman papal authority. Conservatism emphasizes individual rights and freedoms, including religious practices, with minimal governmental intrusion.

            Final Thoughts: Though we might personally classify and think of ourselves as being a certain type of Christian, it is best not to identify as such, other than calling ourselves ‘Christian.’ Once we begin to label each other beyond that, presumptions could prejudice both our own and other’s opinions and perhaps hinder what might be good Christian fellowship that is focused on Jesus. Rather than labeling ourselves by denominational or doctrinal affiliation, such as ‘Baptist,’ ‘pre-trib,’ ‘charismatic,’ or even ‘evangelical,’ it would be preferable to be recognized by our zeal and devotion to Jesus and what He is doing in our lives. Let us be an evangelical Christian but be known as a nut for Jesus.     _ph

[missmuffet]

I am a fundamentalist born again believer in the Son of God who died on the cross for my sins.

[Vine Abider]

1 hour ago, PATrobas said:

Reminders Definitions - Evangelical

            What is the definition of an evangelical? In common English, an evangelical is anyone who is zealous about advocating something. But in Christian terms, the word evangelical takes on a more profound meaning. Evangelical comes from the Greek word ‘evangelion’ meaning Gospel, or good news. ^{Strong’s # 2098} A slightly different ending to ‘evangel’ makes it ‘evangelizo’ meaning, messenger of God that brings good news. ^{Strong’s # 2097} From these two Greek words we get the English words, evangelical, evangelize, evangelist, preacher, and Gospel. With these foundations we now look to the Bible for answers to the following questions. What is an evangelical Christian? Are there Christians that are not evangelical? Is an evangelical the same as a fundamentalist? A Protestant? A conservative? And finally, are you an evangelical?

            First, we must define the words Gospel and Christian. What is the Gospel? The Bible declares that the Word of God became human flesh, was called Emmanuel, or ‘God with us’ ^{Matthew 1:23-25} and was named Jesus. He grew into adulthood and lived a perfect life by faith, fulfilling the law of Moses. God placed all the sin and sins of the world on Him and then He edied on the cross as payment for all of us. ^{Romans 6:23} He was buried for 3 days and nights, proving His death and was then raised from the dead by God, alive forevermore. ^{1 Corinthians 15:1-4} In a nutshell, the Gospel is the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus. The Bible also says that whosoever believes and obeys the Gospel, trusting in Jesus’ finished work on their behalf is a Christian. ^{John 3:16} Next, A person who openly testifies of their salvation and proclaims this good news to others is an ‘evangelical Christian.’ Can a Christian be anything other than evangelical? Yes, but they are often only following a liturgical practice of religion rather than an active obedience to the command of Jesus to “Go into all the world and preach the Gospel to every creature.” ^{Mark 16:15; Romans 10:10-11; Acts 1:8} Being an evangelical Christian doesn’t make you fundamental, Protestant, or conservative, although evangelicals are often identified with one or more of these three. A fundamentalist is a Christian who believes in the inerrant, authoritative and literal interpretation of Scripture and of the foundational doctrines contained therein, such as the virgin birth and deity of Jesus. Protestantism is a term applied to those who associate with the 16th century reformation movement, which emphasizes salvation by grace through faith apart from works, and Biblical, rather than Roman papal authority. Conservatism emphasizes individual rights and freedoms, including religious practices, with minimal governmental intrusion.

            Final Thoughts: Though we might personally classify and think of ourselves as being a certain type of Christian, it is best not to identify as such, other than calling ourselves ‘Christian.’ Once we begin to label each other beyond that, presumptions could prejudice both our own and other’s opinions and perhaps hinder what might be good Christian fellowship that is focused on Jesus. Rather than labeling ourselves by denominational or doctrinal affiliation, such as ‘Baptist,’ ‘pre-trib,’ ‘charismatic,’ or even ‘evangelical,’ it would be preferable to be recognized by our zeal and devotion to Jesus and what He is doing in our lives. Let us be an evangelical Christian but be known as a nut for Jesus.     _ph

 

Just call me "brother in Christ."

[Cyoder]

I believe what it says in the Bible.  Whatever the church has added is not the word of God.

[BornAgain490]

I am in Christ and Christ is in me.  Modifying adjectives are totally unnecessary. Therefore, call me what Christ's disciples were called at Antioch in the 1st century: Christian. 

[PATrobas]

2 hours ago, Vine Abider said:

Just call me "brother in Christ."

Amen brother. And it's because we have the same Father. Hallelujah!

[Marathoner]

What am I? A new creation in Jesus Christ. 

[ayin jade]

What he said ...

I am a new creation in Christ.

 

Although I have been known to jokingly refer to myself as a born again puritan. (Salem witch trials aside, the puritans had a strict view of their relationsip with the Lord and living as a Christian.)

[Neighbor]

22 hours ago, PATrobas said:

Let us be an evangelical Christian but be known as a nut for Jesus.     _ph

Hi, Being a "nut for Jesus" is a bit of a nonstarter for being an evangelical Christian going about sharing of the word of God with all that will listen. Being  "nutsy" for anything is a turn off, something that people block out.  Whereas  being rational, being sincerely interested in other people and what they are about builds trust. Then  one's own messages led by the Holy Spirit  and shared with those that are encountered may actually be heard, and even considered.  

What am I? I am an atheist turned about by the Holy Spirit by way of a confrontation with an angel. How's that for nutsy? My practice of Christianity  is in modern terms akin to that which  John Piper shares, and also  John MacArthur.

I am Calvinist in understanding of the Bible, yet I have freedom of my will. I am "Puritan" in staying away from the wanderings of many a church body similarly as were/are the Puritans of England.

 I can and do fellowship with those that believe in the cessation of gifts of the Spirit and those that believe all gifts of the Spirit including "tongues"to be in force today.

In short I am a Freewill-Calvinist; but you may call me brother and I will know your meaning as well as know you to be  brethren, whether sister or brother, in the Lord.

[PATrobas]

11 hours ago, Neighbor said:

Hi, Being a "nut for Jesus" is a bit of a nonstarter for being an evangelical Christian going about sharing of the word of God with all that will listen. Being  "nutsy" for anything is a turn off, something that people block out.  Whereas  being rational, being sincerely interested in other people and what they are about builds trust. Then  one's own messages led by the Holy Spirit  and shared with those that are encountered may actually be heard, and even considered.  

What am I? I am an atheist turned about by the Holy Spirit by way of a confrontation with an angel. How's that for nutsy? My practice of Christianity  is in modern terms akin to that which  John Piper shares, and also  John MacArthur.

I am Calvinist in understanding of the Bible, yet I have freedom of my will. I am "Puritan" in staying away from the wanderings of many a church body similarly as were/are the Puritans of England.

 I can and do fellowship with those that believe in the cessation of gifts of the Spirit and those that believe all gifts of the Spirit including "tongues"to be in force today.

In short I am a Freewill-Calvinist; but you may call me brother and I will know your meaning as well as know you to be  brethren, whether sister or brother, in the Lord.

If the unbelieving world doesn't call us a "nut for Jesus" then perhaps we are looking too much like them?