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BroChris, questioning the salvation of another BB member is against the forum rules and should be reported to the mods.

If you don't want to debate this person, simply tell him so. If he persists to PM you and harass you, just ignore him. There is no debate when one party won't fight.

 

Why do you feel like you have to justify yourself to the person? You don't have to attend every dance you're invited to. Let your people know what is going on and why you're just going to stop responding to every thing the person says. Baptists are smart people, they'll understand.

 

From that video I see what you mean about his abrasiveness. That is annoying, to say it mildly.

He is partly right on his reply, though that it is talking about the Church...and that's it. He does not say what he believes the verse is saying at all, he simply rebukes your understanding of it (which is also partly right). In context it is speaking of sexual immorality, but like many other Scripture, there are numerous truths. If sexual immorality should be avoided, so should sloth and gluttony (what your video shows). The way to combat someone like this is to merely point out what I just did and let the world read the truth.

Have you asked him why he is doing what he is doing? Let him know it offends you.

 

Have you considered that perhaps God has allowed this person into your life as a means of maturing you in your knowledge of Scripture? I have found that most pastors are rarely challenged form the congregation on what they believe or why they believe it. Whether this man is right or wrong, this could be a great opportunity for you to study the Word beyond seminary or denominational teachings. Search the Scriptures & don't be afraid to take a look at each doctrine from an opposing viewpoint; it may be correct. Perhaps you could start a Bible study with several learned men of your congregation with whom the depth of Scripture, and therefore the truth of Scripture, may be plumbed & discovered. He may be hungry for the meat of the Word without all the milk of sermons.

The man's video may seem abrasive, but he did point out an aspect of the context which you originally denied. 1Cor 6:18 sets the context, "Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body." Although he may be somewhat abrasive, there is a need for "prophets" who call the church & its leaders back to a deeper study of Scripture. I'm not assuming this guy is 100% right(he may be a loon for all I know) I'm just posting my opinions.

I watched the "how NOT to evangelize" video. Is that you or him in the video? Are the vids done by various members of the church or all by him? If he is using the church's name & image, he should have the consent of the church.

 

This is where the "avoid foolish arguments" concept should be practiced. I think you should ignore him. He's more interested in brawls than discussion. Nothing edifying will come of it. If he's consistently calling you an unbeliever, this guy should not be engaged, IMHO. Once again...discussion with him causes more damage than no discussion.

If this guy is in your church, time for church discipline. Biblically handle it, Matthew 18-like.

If he's not, I'd simply tell him that "I believe our disagreements are harming the body of Christ, and not helping me in my walk. Out of respect for wanting to honor God, as well as my own walk and the well-being of our church, we need to refrain from debates on biblical and spiritual issues." If he can't honor that, cease communicating with him.

And like I said...if he's in any way connected to your church, or has ties with others in your church...I'd be sure and have my church leadership/elders/etc. on the same page. Let them know what's going on...and get your "prayer warriors" to commit to pray for him.

Just MHO. Your mileage may vary. Void where prohibited. See store for details. Penalty for private use, $300.

 

Better yet, invite him here...we'll straighten him out :laugh:

 

Are you denying the fact Scripture can have multiple truths in one text? This "prophet" did nothing but say "you are wrong".

 

If he's not a member of your church, I'd tell him to take a walk. Being Christian doesn't mean that we have to subject ourselves to the beratement of others. Perhaps you could suggest that he found his own church & put his ideas into practice.

 

That was my point, that the context is also speaking to how we care for the temple that is our bodies. God is a master of multiple yet harmonious meanings.

 

Even the ones that believe "the English corrects the Greek and Hebrew"? :laugh: I listened to a sermon mp3 on the way to work one morning and when the baptist preacher said this, I bout ditched the car I was laughing so hard. Sorry....I couldn't resist.

BroChris, I can only tell you this: What are u trying to accomplish....make him more like u or is he trying to convert u? Since you don't agree with him, he calls u an unbeliever!? Time to swallow that pride and spend your time doing other things. Selling used paint would be a better use of your time!! I think you will set a better example by not debating with this person anymore....sounds like it is creating more HEAT than LIGHT. Preacher, your flock needs you more than you need to debate. Besides, if you need to argue, you can call my wife....she has a black belt in arguing and she will take you DOWN!

I am a very crass and sarcastic person, but I am trying to help you out on this one because you came here and asked us to help. Brother, I will pray for you since this is obviously bothering you.

 

Boy, I'm sure glad we've NEVER had anyone like THAT here at Baptist Board!

See, BroChris?

Crass.




Sarcastic.

 

Yep. I'll get him with my rollin' pin!:thumbs:

 

You handled it well.