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Luke 6:45-46 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil; for of the abundance of his heart his mouth speaketh. “And why call ye Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not the things which I say?
Romans 8:7 the sinful mind is hostile to God. It does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so.
1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,
Romans 8:7 the sinful mind is hostile to God. It does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so.
1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,
Hi E-Grateful, you have seen many posters here, is this one like a hit and run accident - and then he will fade away.
Originally Posted by Seohce
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THIS IS MY FINAL APPEAL TO YOU TO STOP DIVIDING THE CHURCH AND TO REPENT AND ADMIT YOUR MISTAKES FOR THE SAKE OF OTHER BELIEVERS.
IF YOU DECIDE NOT TO LISTEN TO MY PLEA, THEN I CHALLENGE YOU TO TAKE HEED AND TAKE ACTION ON JESUS' COMMAND FOR YOU TO SELL YOUR POSSESSIONS TO BE GIVEN TO THE POOR IN ALL HONESTY AND COMPASSION OUT OF LOVE FOR GOD.
Originally Posted by Seohce
REPOST
THIS IS MY FINAL APPEAL TO YOU TO STOP DIVIDING THE CHURCH AND TO REPENT AND ADMIT YOUR MISTAKES FOR THE SAKE OF OTHER BELIEVERS.
IF YOU DECIDE NOT TO LISTEN TO MY PLEA, THEN I CHALLENGE YOU TO TAKE HEED AND TAKE ACTION ON JESUS' COMMAND FOR YOU TO SELL YOUR POSSESSIONS TO BE GIVEN TO THE POOR IN ALL HONESTY AND COMPASSION OUT OF LOVE FOR GOD.
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Hi E-Grateful, you have seen many posters here, is this one like a hit and run accident - and then he will fade away.
Originally Posted by Seohce
REPOST
THIS IS MY FINAL APPEAL TO YOU TO STOP DIVIDING THE CHURCH AND TO REPENT AND ADMIT YOUR MISTAKES FOR THE SAKE OF OTHER BELIEVERS.
IF YOU DECIDE NOT TO LISTEN TO MY PLEA, THEN I CHALLENGE YOU TO TAKE HEED AND TAKE ACTION ON JESUS' COMMAND FOR YOU TO SELL YOUR POSSESSIONS TO BE GIVEN TO THE POOR IN ALL HONESTY AND COMPASSION OUT OF LOVE FOR GOD.
Originally Posted by Seohce
REPOST
THIS IS MY FINAL APPEAL TO YOU TO STOP DIVIDING THE CHURCH AND TO REPENT AND ADMIT YOUR MISTAKES FOR THE SAKE OF OTHER BELIEVERS.
IF YOU DECIDE NOT TO LISTEN TO MY PLEA, THEN I CHALLENGE YOU TO TAKE HEED AND TAKE ACTION ON JESUS' COMMAND FOR YOU TO SELL YOUR POSSESSIONS TO BE GIVEN TO THE POOR IN ALL HONESTY AND COMPASSION OUT OF LOVE FOR GOD.
Romans 1:28-32 Furthermore, since they did not think it worthwhile TO RETAIN THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD, he gave them over to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done. They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, GREED and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, DECEIT and malice. They are gossips, slanderers, God-haters, insolent, ARROGANT and BOASTFUL; they INVENT ways of doing evil; they disobey their parents; they are senseless, faithless, heartless, ruthless. ALTHOUGH THEY KNOW GOD’S RIGHTEOUS DECREE that those who do such things DESERVE DEATH, they not only CONTINUE TO DO THESE VERY THINGS but also APPROVE of those who PRACTICE them.
Psalm 49:12-14 But man, despite his riches, does not endure; he is like the beasts that perish. This is the fate of those who trust in themselves, and of their followers, who APPROVE THEIR SAYINGS. Selah Like sheep they are destined for the grave, and death will feed on them. The upright will rule over them in the morning; their forms will decay in the grave, far from their princely mansions.
2 Corinthians 10:18 For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.
2 Timothy 2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a WORKMAN who does not need to be ashamed and WHO CORRECTLY HANDLES THE WORD OF TRUTH.
Psalm 49:12-14 But man, despite his riches, does not endure; he is like the beasts that perish. This is the fate of those who trust in themselves, and of their followers, who APPROVE THEIR SAYINGS. Selah Like sheep they are destined for the grave, and death will feed on them. The upright will rule over them in the morning; their forms will decay in the grave, far from their princely mansions.
2 Corinthians 10:18 For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.
2 Timothy 2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a WORKMAN who does not need to be ashamed and WHO CORRECTLY HANDLES THE WORD OF TRUTH.
Then tell me where in the bible does it say that a believer who has abundant or excess possessions should not sell them to be given to the poor or where does it say that the passage in mat 19:16-30 should be ignored or disobeyed
Just walk the talk since you claim to believe that works are the fruit,result and evidence of your saving faith. I charge you to prove your faith and integrity.
Just walk the talk since you claim to believe that works are the fruit,result and evidence of your saving faith. I charge you to prove your faith and integrity.
That would be a correct answer also; you will receive 10 points for you insightful answer - at the pearly gates 
watching others compete , even the devil can do that. the problem with insight, it needs to answer, for there own insight.
even the devil quoted scripture. so when did the devil, add the name of jesus after his prayer.
W
Why is it that these slippery grace pundits undermine everything Jesus said to do? (this is legalism by the way), in that they frame the law of the Spirit in mischief.. They say you cant do anything and it is to him that worketh not. However, Jesus said count the cost, make sure you build your house on the solid Rock of truth ..Its a laborious project without any coffee breaks, because Satan is a roaring lion seeking whom he might devour. Even before considering becoming a Christian we were told by Jesus to evaluate the heavy cost of doing so, because the gate is narrow and FEW be that find it.. Being separate from the world. Not in the likeness of the world ,somehow perceiving that godliness and worldliness is great gain while expanding upon the already broad road and making it even wider for Satan to count his goats as they are gathered in filling up the tare barns.
The narrow way seems like work to me, in fact a life long commitment of do diligence, (conditional covenant keepers for a thousand generations) in faith patience continuance, hoping to reap the reward of final salvation.. Counting the cost of being committed to the covenant, running the race with longevity, and he that endures to the end the same shall be saved. Why would Paul and Jesus say such things if the rails were greased with grace, and the run is nothing but a Magic Mountain downhill fun ride? It makes no sense...Everything from the phoney grace movement is the EXPRESS OPPOSITE of what the scriptures teach. Not just missing the mark a little here and there, but the complete opposite. Its like the apostle Peter said, they are willfully ignorant (stupid on purpose) thus suppressing the truth in unrighteousness. The only way this can happen is by open rebellion against the word. They somehow perceive the word was put in their bibles to be anylized rather than to be obeyed,....(at war with the word God); scarey to even think about such foolishness....
The narrow way seems like work to me, in fact a life long commitment of do diligence, (conditional covenant keepers for a thousand generations) in faith patience continuance, hoping to reap the reward of final salvation.. Counting the cost of being committed to the covenant, running the race with longevity, and he that endures to the end the same shall be saved. Why would Paul and Jesus say such things if the rails were greased with grace, and the run is nothing but a Magic Mountain downhill fun ride? It makes no sense...Everything from the phoney grace movement is the EXPRESS OPPOSITE of what the scriptures teach. Not just missing the mark a little here and there, but the complete opposite. Its like the apostle Peter said, they are willfully ignorant (stupid on purpose) thus suppressing the truth in unrighteousness. The only way this can happen is by open rebellion against the word. They somehow perceive the word was put in their bibles to be anylized rather than to be obeyed,....(at war with the word God); scarey to even think about such foolishness....
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Have you given up all your worldly possessions?
I knew some people who believed that having worldly possessions was idolatry, so they burned their excess possessions in their backyard.
Funny thing is .......NOW ....they think they are doing so much better than everyone else and are filled with condemnation towards those who have not done the same.
Funny how believing one can do good works to save oneself, seems to puff one up with pride?
I knew some people who believed that having worldly possessions was idolatry, so they burned their excess possessions in their backyard.
Funny thing is .......NOW ....they think they are doing so much better than everyone else and are filled with condemnation towards those who have not done the same.
Funny how believing one can do good works to save oneself, seems to puff one up with pride?
Sorry if i hurt your ego/pride although it's not really me.
Hebrews 4:12-13 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.
Galatians 6:7-8 Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.
Hebrews 4:12-13 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.
Galatians 6:7-8 Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one who sows to please his sinful nature, from that nature will reap destruction; the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.
2Ti 2:19 Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this SEAL, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.
Mat 7:21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Mat 7:23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.
1Co 15:33 Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.
1Co 15:34 Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame.
Heb 3:12 Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
Heb 3:13 But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.
Jas 1:12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
Jas 1:13 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:
Jas 1:14 But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.
Jas 1:15 Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
Jas 1:16 Do not err, my beloved brethren.
Rom 11:20 Well; because of unbelief they were broken off, and thou standest by faith. Be not highminded, but fear:
Rom 11:21 For if God spared not the natural branches, take heed lest he also spare not thee.
Rom 11:22 Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God: on them which fell, severity; but toward thee, goodness, if thou continue in his goodness: otherwise thou also shalt be cut off.
Heb 10:26 For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,
Heb 10:27 But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries.
2Pe 2:20 For if after they have escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, they are again entangled therein, and overcome, the latter end is worse with them than the beginning.
2Pe 2:21 For it had been better for them not to have known the way of righteousness, than, after they have known it, to turn from the holy commandment delivered unto them.
2Pe 2:22 But it is happened unto them according to the true proverb, The dog is turned to his own vomit again; and the sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire.
Jas 5:19 Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him;
Jas 5:20 Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.
1Jn 3:10 In this the children of God are manifest, and the children of the devil: whosoever doeth not righteousness is not of God, neither he that loveth not his brother.
1Jn 3:17 But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?
1Jn 3:18 My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.
1Ti 6:3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness;
1Ti 6:4 He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,
1Ti 6:5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.
1Ti 6:6 But godliness with contentment is great gain.
1Ti 6:7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.
1Ti 6:8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.
Rev 2:4 Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love.
Rev 2:5 Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent.
Rev 3:2 Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die: for I have not found thy works perfect before God.
Rev 3:3 Remember therefore how thou hast received and heard, and hold fast, and repent. If therefore thou shalt not watch, I will come on thee as a thief, and thou shalt not know what hour I will come upon thee.
Php 2:12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
2Ti 3:4 lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God;
2Ti 3:5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.
2Ti 3:6 For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts,
2Ti 3:7 Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
It appears as if the ones on the wide path are the ones that hold unto sin,and think they are right with God,for not everyone that says Lord,Lord,will be able to enter heaven,and Jesus said,they were workers of iniquity,for they thought their sin did not affect their relationship with God,so they held unto sin thinking they were alright,and did not want to get rid of sin,but did it on purpose,loving sin,which love does not think an evil thought,and does not rejoice in iniquity.
They are lazy,and do not do works,or they do not measure up,they neglect the poor and needy,spending money on their wants instead of their needs only,they spend a lot of their time for themselves,and what they enjoy,taking cruises,and vacations,and have to have the material things of the world,while there is the poor and needy that need help,engaging in fleshy pleasures,justifying smoking marijuana,and drinking alcohol,and love worldly entertainment.
Lover of pleasures more than lovers of God.
2Ti 2:19 Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this SEAL, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.
This is the seal that seals the deal,depart from iniquity.
There is no such thing as sinless perfection on earth,and if we sin we should let it go,and move on,but to hold unto sin is the culprit,which many do thinking they are alright.
A person must have the proper perspective of faith,for that faith to be active in their life,and many do not have the proper perspective of faith.
Mat 7:21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
Mat 7:23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.
1Co 15:33 Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.
1Co 15:34 Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame.
Heb 3:12 Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
Heb 3:13 But exhort one another daily, while it is called To day; lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.
Jas 1:12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
Jas 1:13 Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:
Jas 1:14 But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.
Jas 1:15 Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
Jas 1:16 Do not err, my beloved brethren.
Rom 11:20 Well; because of unbelief they were broken off, and thou standest by faith. Be not highminded, but fear:
Rom 11:21 For if God spared not the natural branches, take heed lest he also spare not thee.
Rom 11:22 Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God: on them which fell, severity; but toward thee, goodness, if thou continue in his goodness: otherwise thou also shalt be cut off.
Heb 10:26 For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,
Heb 10:27 But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries.
2Pe 2:20 For if after they have escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, they are again entangled therein, and overcome, the latter end is worse with them than the beginning.
2Pe 2:21 For it had been better for them not to have known the way of righteousness, than, after they have known it, to turn from the holy commandment delivered unto them.
2Pe 2:22 But it is happened unto them according to the true proverb, The dog is turned to his own vomit again; and the sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire.
Jas 5:19 Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him;
Jas 5:20 Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.
1Jn 3:10 In this the children of God are manifest, and the children of the devil: whosoever doeth not righteousness is not of God, neither he that loveth not his brother.
1Jn 3:17 But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?
1Jn 3:18 My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and in truth.
1Ti 6:3 If any man teach otherwise, and consent not to wholesome words, even the words of our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the doctrine which is according to godliness;
1Ti 6:4 He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,
1Ti 6:5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.
1Ti 6:6 But godliness with contentment is great gain.
1Ti 6:7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.
1Ti 6:8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.
Rev 2:4 Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love.
Rev 2:5 Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, and will remove thy candlestick out of his place, except thou repent.
Rev 3:2 Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die: for I have not found thy works perfect before God.
Rev 3:3 Remember therefore how thou hast received and heard, and hold fast, and repent. If therefore thou shalt not watch, I will come on thee as a thief, and thou shalt not know what hour I will come upon thee.
Php 2:12 Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
2Ti 3:4 lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God;
2Ti 3:5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.
2Ti 3:6 For of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts,
2Ti 3:7 Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
It appears as if the ones on the wide path are the ones that hold unto sin,and think they are right with God,for not everyone that says Lord,Lord,will be able to enter heaven,and Jesus said,they were workers of iniquity,for they thought their sin did not affect their relationship with God,so they held unto sin thinking they were alright,and did not want to get rid of sin,but did it on purpose,loving sin,which love does not think an evil thought,and does not rejoice in iniquity.
They are lazy,and do not do works,or they do not measure up,they neglect the poor and needy,spending money on their wants instead of their needs only,they spend a lot of their time for themselves,and what they enjoy,taking cruises,and vacations,and have to have the material things of the world,while there is the poor and needy that need help,engaging in fleshy pleasures,justifying smoking marijuana,and drinking alcohol,and love worldly entertainment.
Lover of pleasures more than lovers of God.
2Ti 2:19 Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this SEAL, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.
This is the seal that seals the deal,depart from iniquity.
There is no such thing as sinless perfection on earth,and if we sin we should let it go,and move on,but to hold unto sin is the culprit,which many do thinking they are alright.
A person must have the proper perspective of faith,for that faith to be active in their life,and many do not have the proper perspective of faith.