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I find 1 and 2 acceptable true Christian differences. Number three I find very questionable if that person really has been born again if this is what they believe.

Greetings brothers and sisters in Christ. How do we know who is "in Christ" and how does a person become "in Christ" or "born again"? According to scripture. Are organizations that call themselves "Christian" actually false if they teach a rebirth contrary to scripture? Can one be wrong on...

While it is true that biblical baptisms were by submersion, it is also true that water baptism is not a requirement for salvation. In reality, God judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart, did the person get baptized because they were able and wanted to do as Jesus did, or did they get...

For me, it comes down to what are the ramifications if a born-again Christian rejects this Catholic interpretation? Will we still be saved? Blessings!

I have been in dialogue with a devout Catholic for the past two years. It has been enlightening what beliefs Catholics hold to for justification/eternal life. A good way to describe their system of how one ultimately gets saved is like solving a Rubik's Cube. So many parts must fall into place...

Catholics do not seek a spiritual rebirth, for they are taught born-again means getting baptized with water. So a cradle to grave Catholic will definitely see no need to seek the Holy Spirit rebirth for they think this "must do" Jesus spoke of was already done for them when they were a baby.

I believe a person can display fruits of the Spirit and still be lost. A person must also believe God's testament of Jesus Christ and confess Jesus Christ is the Son of God as explained according to the Scripture that Jesus is One of the Triune Godhead, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Those who...

This statement is from the Catholic website I referenced. Do they not see the contradictions they make in their statements? "In fact, it is specifically by walking the path of a moral life that we accept the free gift of salvation and everlasting life." So one "accepts" the "free gift" by...

If anyone wonders why a Catholic has no idea if they will ultimately be saved, just read what they have to live with each and every day.....Understanding Mortal Sin Blessings!

Amen! It is the commandment of God from faith to faith. Gal 5:14 For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. Jas 2:8 If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well: Blessings!

This is true. Although the Catholic list of works is very long and includes their sacraments. Biblical good works fall under "Love thy neighbor as thyself". Blessings!

Actually, this statement is misleading. The doctrine of Faith Alone includes good works. Good works and true faith in Jesus Christ are inseparable (Eph 2:10, James 2). The difference between the two views is really a nuanced approach to applying terminology. Faith Alone camp will say the good...

I hear this quite a bit from Catholics, however, Catholics also have many debates over subjects that are not directly related to one's salvation and have not been settled by the RCC's Magisterium. I had a Catholic tell me, "No need to worry about mysteries or unrevealed answers that aren’t...

Your testimony is fascinating! Thanks for sharing. I believe the Holy Spirit has to intervene. I don't think I can say all Catholics have not been born of God, for I believe a person can be born of God and yet never taught sound Christian doctrine. I believe it does come down to making a choice...

I find your testimony intriguing. What did you read in the scriptures that made a red flag go off for you? Was you even looking for a red flag? Are Catholics encouraged to read the scriptures alone? The Catholic friend I speak of always reverts back to "the Catholic Church cannot be wrong". He...

Why bow out? I appreciate you sharing your journey. Like I said in my open, I have been conversing with my Catholic online friend for over a year and almost daily on these subjects. One of the things that disturbs me the most with him is he is convinced that even though he believes in Jesus...

Agreed, but there are some very disturbing teachings found in the RCC. Purgatory for example, which basically teaches that Jesus sacrifice was not efficient, one still must be punished for their sins. Another one is MASS, where it is taught that the wine and the wafer is the real blood and flesh...

You may be right, but we also have to be careful. I believe there has to be some distinctions made between those who are false professors and those who are professors but yet babes in Christ and need to be shepherd. A genuine false professor knows in their heart they really don't believe and...

This is what conflicts me. Yes they preach Jesus Christ and him crucified. But the RCC has so many actually antichrist teachings that do not reflect good upon Jesus Christ and the grace of God. They do not even understand born-again, the very beginning of salvation and being joined together as...