And I know you included that on your list, but there is a difference between joking and bitterness and I can see it in the comments as well as the post. Much to their horror, they could not find a church that had a Wednesday night service anywhere in the area. I have no opinion on this Who are the Independent Baptists, and what do they believe? Ive used tattoos but not permanent ones. They will trample the pearls, then turn and attack you. Forgiving someone has nothing to do with whether or not you believe that Jesus died for their sins. Cleveland Baptist Church - Cleveland, OH - Pastor Kevin Folger ; Community Baptist The Bible terms pastor, elder, and bishop refer to different responsibilities for the same office. If the devil is going to attack, he will attack the family and the church first. What is a Bible Baptist Church, and what do Bible Baptists believe. 23 For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church: and he is the saviour of the body. I dont know what Daves intentions were. We affirm without apology the doctrines frequently identified as the Fundamentals of the Faith, which include the deity, virgin birth, sinless life, substitutionary death, bodily resurrection, and imminent return of Jesus Christ. A IFB member knocked on my door one Saturday and invited us to church. 19:13-15. WebWARNING!!!! And theyre most likely convinced that Donald Trumps election is really going to make their civil life better! Sin is sin and the Holy Spirit works in us to pinpoint where we need to change and this happens while we are in the word. To love Jesus is to love his word and follow his commands because we love him. Tithing is also commanded in the bible and we are to give because he loves us and give with a joyful heart. God divorced Israel but Not judah..Jesus is the Lion of the tribe of WHAT?? Baptists do not believe that baptism brings salvation, but rather it is the answer of a good conscience toward God. Besides I dont understand why you shouldnt listen to Contemporary Christian music. We got saved that day September 14, 2014. I love devotions with the Lord. Even the General Baptists and the Free Will Baptists denounce eternal security, thus the only two Baptist groups that believe in Free Will. If you think that the title Pastor is a synonym for the Man of God or the voice of God, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist. He perhaps worded somethings poorly perhaps, but he is completely turned off by your attitude and responses Steve. There are some things that the IFB does very well, such as fellowship. 18. 22 And when you swear by heaven, you are swearing by the throne of God and by God, who sits on the throne. They had made an idol out of church attendance. Most pastors are lacking and are full of themselves because of one basic issue. We also teach that one must hear the Word of God, one must believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God, one must repent of your sins, one must confess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God, one must be baptized for the remissions of sins, and one must live faithful until death. Wherever there are people, there is sin. 27 What sorrow awaits you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees. My birth mother is a Catholic she didnt raise me. People that oppose things is due to beliefs, so I believe if you oppose the IFB church its because you dont believe what their teaching not because there bitter. 9 And dont address anyone here on earth as Father, for only God in heaven is your Father. Besides saying that those who practice any of these that arent saved is wrong because that is judging. 42. We wanted Gods blessing of Mariage. If you think that you can be a better Christian or have more favor with God with good performance, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 54. OMG! The Bible talks about a CHEERFUL GIVER. If a person gets right with God, then they will usually give, not because they have to, rather because they want to give. I truly believe the IFB pastor and wife was just doing their job. Gods will was for me to forgive. If you believe that everyone who opposes IFB doctrine is just bitter, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 48. He granted his permission to work in the Infant Ministry and Toddler, and 3-4 year old Ministry. If you question if youre truly saved or not when youre having trouble accepting that giviing 10% of your gross income is a direct commandment for all Christians and if you dont give it, youre under a curse. Not of works, lest any man should boast. 3 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brothers eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? I do agree that any time when you have health issues its because of sin which is why God allows pain and suffering. 9 Their worship of me is pointless, because their teachings are rules made by humans.. Yes, I remember that. If you party, DO NOT drink. For example, #54. Every time I got to a low point in my life, I knew that I could count on the church to be there for me. But what He hates about us is the pride and arrogance in us. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ was raised bodily and that He ascended to Heaven and is now exalted at the right hand of God, where, as our High Priest, He fulfills the ministry of Representative, Intercessor, and Advocate (Acts 1:9-10; Hebrews 9:24, 7:25; Romans 8:34; I John 2:1-2). 30 Then you say, If we had lived in the days of our ancestors, we would never have joined them in killing the prophets.. Welpjust commented for the sake of the few who posted comments and clearly are rowing the same boat as I! And that boy who has grown up in Sunday School (because I brought him in my car every week) is now in 6th grade and has experienced the concept of unconditional love and promises that are kept things which would otherwise have been foreign. I aint got any place to judge anyone because in all honesty i have messed up in life a lot. So, are you happy about that, or wanting to change? If you are careful to not show any emotion while singing for fear that you could be considered dancing, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 33. The pew hymnal is inspired by God While I favor hymns but I wouldnt necessarily say that because even though I do use the hymnal, most people at the church I go to now sing from the Power Point. That being said, I just want to warn the author about injecting too much of his own agenda into these posts. Youre perfect for them because they dont want people challenging their belief system. His son a child murderer. Inspired by Jeff Foxworthys You Might Be A Redneck IfI came up with a similar list of items for the IFB. They are usually so full of themselves, because they went straight from salvation to knowledge, and Peter says to add to your faith virtue, and THEN go to knowledge, 2 Peter 1:5. 34. As God's priests, we can study His Word, pray for our needs, intercede for others, offer worship, and serve in His work. If you believe that women are inferior to men and are to be submissive to their husbands, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist. If you feel guilty for not having devotions 7 days a week, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 42. 8 Dont let anyone call you Rabbi, for you have only one teacher, and all of you are equal as brothers and sisters. His mom, Dorothy Chrisman, was a teacher at the academy run by Fairhaven. I dont believe they bought our loyalty, because we werent of any good investment. when you run into her at Wal*Mart. to show me the folly of my performance-based religion. We believe in the bodily resurrection of all men, the saved to eternal life, and the unsaved to judgment and everlasting punishment (Matthew 25:46; John 5:28, 29, 11:25-26; Revelation 20:5-6, 12-13). Ive read all the comments posted so far, but I dont fall into many of those categories as an IFB and Ive been an IFB for almost 13yrs now. Let God tell you who He is in the letter He wrote for you and youll find a love you cannot comprehend. Jesus says that if you love Him, that you will keep His words.. I love psychology and I love my bible I use them together with Discernment from the Holy Spirit. Only thing Ill add to the list is, You might be an IFB if you greet all visitors with huge smiles, handshakes, and extreme cheerfulness. I feel sorry for all the visitors we almost accosted now; no wonder some never came back! (Acts 2:41-47; 1 Corinthians 12:12,18; 2 Corinthians 6:14; Hebrews 10:23-25), Scripture mandates two offices for the local church: Pastor and Deacon. Seeing 2 brothers in Christ debase a conversation (be it one or both parties) to snide remarks, tasteless jabs, and condescension as a form or response, makes us all look bad. The IFB is the one who is hurting the cause of Christ, just like the Pharisees did. Baptism means that a believer is bodily immersed in water followed by being raised up Jack Hyles came to our church and you would have thought Jesus himself was preaching! People need Jesuswhats the big deal? I was in an IFB church for eight years and left because the weight of never feeling that I would be good enough for this church had worn me down. We teach that baptism is necessary for salvation as I get this quote from the King James Version from John 3:5; Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. Auckland, New Zealand, New IFB pastor Logan Robertson was deported from Australia in July 2018 after being accused of harassing Muslims at two Brisbane mosques. Such as??? If you believe that someone who smokes, drinks, parties, dances, listens to secular music, listens to Christian contemporary music, etc. To train up a child does not mean to beat him with a rod, although there BE TIMES that a spanking becomes necessary, but NEVER out of anger. God Bless. If they are saved , I dare say they regret the day they walked into the very church you enjoy making fun of. 3 1/2 years ago we were addicted to marijuana, cigarettes, alcohol, and pills. Whats wrong with a tract rack? We told to get married. Does the lord convict me when I miss? Like I said, funny post, but a bit judgmental as well. 16. So spontaneous but like it was planned. Only God decides who goes to heaven and who doesnt. Is to help you find a bible believing church, an Independent Fundamental Baptist Church, that seeks to serve and honor the Lord Jesus Christ. 9. But if people come here to attack me and my views I will defend myself. Webindependent Baptist, to place in the hands of members of independent Baptist churches to help them to know the meaning of church membership and to better understand the doctrines and polity of Baptists, and particularly the reasons why we are independent Baptists and not affiliated with one of the various and sundry organizations among Im still separate I have just decided to sin.
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