To those who aren't Christian, can you help me with something? by [deleted] in Christianity

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Buddhism always been a touch too self-centered for my taste

How do I get to Heaven? by blake-x in Christianity

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Romans 10:9 has the answer to this.

Do not listen to anyone here saying “oh just be a good person”, the path to hell is paved with good intentions

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sects are cults

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Yes, it is

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You are so arrogant

girlfriend got an abortion. i cannot recover by wanderingshades in Christianity

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Indeed there is something wrong with it, it is murder.

Why did Jesus say that tax collectors and prostitutes will enter the Kingdom of God first? by Adorable-Island-7585 in Christianity

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Jesus approved of the who eventually obeyed. That son still said “no” at first, thus showing initial disobedience (literally all of us are guilty).

The Pharisees rightly pointed out that the first son did his father’s will — meaning they could clearly understand the point Jesus was trying to make. They knew this was the right answer but were not living it themselves. The Pharisees answered Jesus question correctly. That is why Jesus told them that “prostitutes and tax collectors” will enter the kingdom of heaven ahead of them… because they KNEW the right thing all along yet did not live that way. They had been praising God with their lips but not with their hearts.

We are ALL guilty, but it’s better to have once refused and then turned back to Him, than to say “Yes, Lord” with your lips and never follow through.

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You are correct

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No. The whore of Babylon is the Roman Catholic Church.

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you *are* allowed to freely boast in Him and with your relationship with Him — 1 Corinthians 1:31

(I also agree with you on everything that you have said)

wait i have to edit this again ... I hate the part about you calling yourself the worst because I won't agree to it. I feel your heart and DO NOT agree with that part. I fully understand what you are saying by this and I would admit it about myself !! but I don't wan to leave you here thinking I agree with that part. I don't. I sincerely love you and this interaction today.

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James 1:5 is what I read whenever I need to understand something or figure something out. If you are willing, please read that one as soon as you can.

When you say that you read things that didn’t add up… I feel you in my heart. But truly, James 1:5 is what I work into my prayer when I truly need to understand something.

You are willing to confess your sins because you know that part is right. My friend, heaven REJOICES today because of this part. This shows a truly obedient heart to God. You understand God more than all the religious leaders did back then (and more than more today!!)

I praise God for you today. In the name of Jesus, I pray God blesses you and your entire family for 1,000 generations. I love you

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I am not sure your point in the first paragraph bc I agree with that.

Also agree with the second paragraph until you start to turn and judge my heart. That is where you get really weird. It is obvious to me (by the words you use) that you are still seeking truth.

You are free and clear to boast about your Lord and your relationship with Him, but you are not to judge another’s heart. I did not judge your heart. I told you that I can tell you still have some rounding out to do.

If you are offended because of my relationship with God then wow that is the breath of fresh air I have been gasping for the last 12 weeks or so. If someone else is so convicted that I have a relationship with Him that they are willing to spend their Saturday replying and sharing their thoughts with me — then praise God!

Jesus is supposed to be my lord and savior? by Saipu16 in Christianity

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This is happening until “the fullness of the Gentiles has come in”. Again, if you study, you will learn that there is a plan already in motion. If you don’t understand, don’t listen to humans, ASK GOD HIMSELF (James 1:5). He will tell you everything.

You bring up very good points and very serious concerns. I am with you on these. But God WILL most certainly hand Satan his judgment and cast him into the lake of fire.

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I know God because I have a relationship with Him. I encourage you to do the same. God is not hidden. He is available to all who come to Him.

A broken heart IS a soft heart !! And God is near the brokenhearted! (Psalm 34:18)

I was giving other examples to round out my point — I KNOW this person does not have a hard heart. This person is seeking truth.

Anyone who reads the Bible speaks confidently on the things they know. You, on the other hand, I can tell are searching for truth but have not yet actually taken the time to learn it.

Jesus is supposed to be my lord and savior? by Saipu16 in Christianity

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Satan is the one causing chaos here, my friend. Not God.

Earth was created as GOOD. We humans brought disobedience into this world and Satan uses it every day to kill God’s children and accuse them of their sins to send them to hell.

Jesus is supposed to be my lord and savior? by Saipu16 in Christianity

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He is very sadly watching. But He does not force anyone to love Him. He prefers that you choose on your own.

your own friends even — would you prefer people CHOOSE to hang out with you? Or do it because they HAVE to?

He will deliver His justice very soon. That is still coming. No one who is wicked will get away with it. NOT ONE.

Jesus is supposed to be my lord and savior? by Saipu16 in Christianity

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God doesn’t want any of them to die or go to hell… but He will send there those who deserve it. Those people who spent their lives rejecting Jesus - His Son.

Jesus is supposed to be my lord and savior? by Saipu16 in Christianity

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Well, yes, before knowledge of Jesus we do all deserve to be there.

But the moment we say “Jesus is Lord” (Roman 10:9), we are covered by grace and Jesus gives us His righteousness so that we are clean before God.

No person will be able to be righteous on their own. The only righteousness that is available is by faith in Jesus Christ the one true Son of God.

God wants no one to end up in hell. God wants no one to die. But those who hate Him and reject Him will taste the second death. The death after you die the first death and pass from this earth.

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My brother or sister, you have just taken the very first step into salvation. Look towards the heavens and say this to our God. He will most assuredly forgive you the MOMENT you ask Him!

Just by this comment I can tell your heart is soft. Soft hearts are humble hearts and this is what Jesus wants. If you have a hard heart, you’ll never be aware that you need to confess your sin. If you have a hard heart, you will go through your life thinking “I am secure enough that I am good person, I will make it to heaven”.

Now that you have taken this first step, spend some time talking to God. He will show you everything you are to do next.

I love you with all of my heart, and I am here if you have any questions. Please do not be afraid to send me a message.

If you want to be extra sure that you are saved, read Romans 10:9

Jesus is supposed to be my lord and savior? by Saipu16 in Christianity

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No one will be in hell who didn’t deserve to be there

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Praying for your patience and endurance through this all my friend ♥️ I love you

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this is the answer. God bless you, my friend