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I am speaking here of those sins that a Christian commits after he has been born again. In relation to past sins, most Christians are completely agreed that past sins are forgiven at conversion (the new birth). But there are several different explanations of how sins are forgiven after the new...

It seems that for most churches (at least denominational ones) once doctrine is written down, then that becomes the starting point. For example, if I become a pastor in a Southern Baptist Church, or a Lutheran Church, or a Holiness Church, etc., dare I start my teaching by going to the Word and...

Charles Templeton was a former evangelist who became agnostic and an atheist. See the link below. Charles Templeton - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Templeton This poll was inspired by an interchange in the thread: Once saved always saved (OSAS) debunked. Free Grace 2...

What translation has the exact words of God preserved for English speakers? Answer: None No English translation is "inspired". Many English translations are reputable and do an excellent job at conveying well the original meaning of the original inspired manuscripts. There is no perfect...

The title for this thread comes from the use of the phrase in James 2: it is used four times - see the bold phrases James 2 KJV 14What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him? 15If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily...

As part of the Lord's Prayer we have this in Matthew 6:12: "And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors." What are your thoughts? What does this mean? What was Jesus trying to say?

If the Earth is flat and the North Pole is the center of a circular flat Earth, then . . . distances in the southern Hemisphere are much greater between lines of latitude than distances between the same lines of latitude north of the equator. This means that the sun (according to the flat...

I am not much of a conspiracy theorist, or put it this way: I don't have time to spend the hours necessary to find out what is true or not true. Some of my friends are into Q anon big time, and I am wondering what the concensus is her about Q anon?

Which is best, or which is correct? Does one study a particular text to determine what is overall Biblical doctrine? OR Does one use overall Biblical doctrine to determine the meaning of a particular text?

The book Intercessory Prayer by Dutch Sheets has been a favorite of mine and very influential in my life. I am a bit concerned, however, with his involvement and support of the New Apostolic Reformation. I am just wanting some reaction or help from any in CC who have an opinion or insight...

Occasionally someone posts (or pastes) something that comes through on my screen as a white x inside a small black box which is surrounded by a larger square. Clicking on it does nothing? I assume it is something with my computer setup? Does anyone know? Does anyone else have this problem...

There is another thread discussing this, but I thought it would be interesting to see how a poll comes out. Choose the day of the week you think Jesus was crucified on.

The situation in China right now is much worse than I think most of us know: Here is part of the lastest report from an organization called Asia Harvest. It is a highly reputable organization working with the Chinese house churches. To read the full article go to their website...

Is it possible that someone who is not believing in Jesus Christ could die and get to heaven? Explain your answer

What is the interpretation of these verses? What is John saying about this group of "antichrists"? Children, it is the last hour; and just as you heard that antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have appeared; from this we know that it is the last hour. They went out from us, but...

Does the Christian sin every day? What are your thoughts? What does the Bible say?

Just a simple thread for any and all to wish the rest a merry or blessed Christmas! Or say whatever else you want to encourage us this Holiday Season! May the Lamb of God give each of you REST and REFRESHMENT from the River of Life! Drink deeply and maybe that way you won't eat as much! :)

This thread is mostly for those who believe in a pretrib premillennial rapture. The rest of you may of course post anything you want and argue, . . . :) I just ran across the idea that the KJV words "falling away" (apostasia) means literally "a departure". Some earlier translations before...

Are the epistles of Paul the best and final message for the church today? Are the epistles of Peter the best and final message for the church today? Are the words of Jesus above the writings of Peter and Paul? Or, are the writings of Peter, Paul, and Jesus to be treated equally - that is...

I have read this many times, maybe have a few ideas, but would like some discussion on the question.