"Just as I am" is my favorite invitational hymn. But does it seem sometimes that, in some sermons that are being preached, the requirement for repentance is being omitted. I have actually heard preachers say " Jesus loves you just the way you are; you don't have to change anything; you can be saved just as you are". In saying this are we telling the rapist, the thief, the murderer, the pedophile etc. that they need not change their behavior. Are we saying God expects nothing on their part. Is there salvation without repentance. I'm sure all will agree, there is no salvation without repentance (that is a turning away).
Just like the OSAS doctrine, this Just As I Am (JAIA) message is misleading. Combine the two messages and the church will be filled with reprobates, if they are sober enough to get there Sunday morning.
Just like the OSAS doctrine, this Just As I Am (JAIA) message is misleading. Combine the two messages and the church will be filled with reprobates, if they are sober enough to get there Sunday morning.