By there fruit we shall know them..?
First you must have a perfect love to one another because god said blessed are thoes that are pure in heart for they shall see god.

jesusjnr2020:
What Makes A True Christian?

A true Christian simply put, is anyone who follows the teachings of Christ.

This is according to Webster, Cambridge, Oxford, Collins dictionaries and also Wikipedia.

The word 'Christian', actually emanated from the world. They were the ones that first called the disciples of Christ, Christians, hence they should know a thing or two about what the word really means.

"And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch." (Acts 11:26)

Prior to this, Christians were called disciples of Christ, and this is what a true disciple means according to Jesus.

John 8:31 (KJV)

Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed;

So as you can clearly see, the definition of a true Christian according to the "worldly" dictionaries tallies with that Jesus gave of a true disciple.

A true Christian or disciple of Christ is one who follows the teachings of Christ.

God bless.

. He must be an envageliser in imitation of Jesus. He must preach from door to door. Act 1 vrs 8. Matgew 24: 14. 1 Cor 9: 16

jesusjnr2020:
Exactly my point.

They don't know Christ or follow His teachings despite claiming to be Christ-ians.

That's why they keep attacking the few true Christians who follow Christ's teachings.

They probably forgot Christ is the narrow way so this has not to do with popular opinion but the Truth which Christ and His teaching is.

May God have mercy on them.

How can we identify the few true Christians today?

hopefulLandlord:
Let's ask Christian sects how to define Actual Christianity:

Methodist: It is accepting Jesus as your Lord and Savior and publicly sharing that acceptance by getting baptized through sprinkling of water.

Baptist: No, no, no -- you must be DUNKED in water, heathen.

Pentecostal: Yer both wrong -- ye must be baptized by the Holy Spirit and ye must speak in tongues to prove you are saved.

Lutherans: You don't need to do any of that. Our founder said just believe and have faith (oh yeah and he REALLY hated Jews).

Presbyterian: How droll -- lol. No no..you see it does not matter what you do or do not, God has already decided who the true Christians will be and they are obviously all Presbyterians.

Episcopalians: Well, we each get to decide what constitutes Christianity. What is in your heart? What do you think it is for you? What say you, Bishop Spong?

Church of Christ: None of you are going to heaven because you use musical instruments in your services and God hates that.

Jehovah's Witness: Something Something Kingdom Hall; something something no birthdays, several End Times falsely predicted, no blood transfusions,,,,

Seventh Day Adventist: Pah! None of you even have the right day.

United Church of Christ: It's all good; let's listen to an acoustic guitar solo and accept gay people.

Non-denominational: Gay people? ewww. No no, ye must build megachurches with gyms and cafes to be righteous to god.

Catholic: Ummm....oldest sect here, guys. Forget that "accepting Jesus" stuff. You must mediate with God via a priest and eat crackers to get saved (just do not leave your kids alone with said priests, OK?). Oh yeah..and Virgin Mary is way cool.

Church of England: Yeah, what the Catholic said...but divorce is 100% OK.


Unitarian Universalists: Why are you guys even trying to define Christianity? All beliefs are the same (whoops.we aint even Christians).





"CHRISTIANITY: 2,000 YEARS OF EVERYONE MAKING IT UP AS THEY GO!"

Do you believe in God?

maureensylvia:
Everyone's faith journey is different, and there is no one-size-fits-all definition of what makes a true Christian.

Happy Sunday 🥰

So are you saying Christians don't need to be in agreement? We can all choose our own rules and regulations and at the end gain salvation?

Franzinni:
Christianity is a tool for control... Everyone needs to know about the council of nicea and what it was all about... And how the created the Trinity out of thin air and they weaponized the scriptures for the tiny souls....


All religions are vices on your mind... Call on you maker directly and you will be shock to know your maker was listening to you all along

Where can we get to know our maker?

Michael547:

How can we identify the few true Christians today?

The speech and deeds how they reflects the teachings of Christ.

It's easier when we know them closely though because humans can also pretend.

jesusjnr2020:
The speech and deeds how they reflects the teachings of Christ.

It's easier when we know them closely though because humans can also pretend.

So who are the true Christians today....where can we find them?

jesusjnr2020:
What Makes A True Christian?

A true Christian simply put, is anyone who follows the teachings of Christ.

This is according to Webster, Cambridge, Oxford, Collins dictionaries and also Wikipedia.

The word 'Christian', actually emanated from the world. They were the ones that first called the disciples of Christ, Christians, hence they should know a thing or two about what the word really means.

"And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch." (Acts 11:26)

Prior to this, Christians were called disciples of Christ, and this is what a true disciple means according to Jesus.

John 8:31 (KJV)

Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed;

So as you can clearly see, the definition of a true Christian according to the "worldly" dictionaries tallies with that Jesus gave of a true disciple.

A true Christian or disciple of Christ is one who follows the teachings of Christ.

God bless.

Christianity na scam
You christians would soon start Ogun worship soon! watch out!

Michael547:

How can we identify the few true Christians today?

Good questn,u identify one via hw he/she acts,talk and general composure.Anything dat qualifies a nrmal humane human being.

Michael547:

So are you saying Christians don't need to be in agreement? We can all choose our own rules and regulations and at the end gain salvation?

Very valid question.

jesusjnr2020:
The speech and deeds how they reflects the teachings of Christ.

It's easier when we know them closely though because humans can also pretend.

I agree

JESUS IS COMING BACK TO GREEKS NATION WHERE HE CAME FROM!!

Michael547:

Where can we get to know our maker?

Here you go.... Find a quite place where you can meditate and focus on you soul... That thing within you that never gets old, that quiet observer that sits in between your ears... And then

First be grateful for everything you have received both good and bad, then ask for forgiveness for your transgressions and then invite your maker to your life....

Don't use God, don't use any name you are used to.... Just pray directly to your maker and why that is important is... You can not go wrong with whom you pray to...

Also begin a mental conversation with your maker and talk like you talk with your father, family and close friend... Be honest and be truthful and you will begin to see a relationship build between you and your maker

Direct connection... No religious rhetoric no deception, just a solid communication with your maker.

Ever since I started this, I have enjoyed peace of mind and I don't entertain fear because I always know I am protected... If I begin to tell you miracles in my life you will be amazed...but anyway give it a try... Connect directly to the source .

Franzinni:


Here you go.... Find a quite place where you can meditate and focus on you soul... That thing within you that never gets old, that quiet observer that sits in between your ears... And then

First be grateful for everything you have received both good and bad, then ask for forgiveness for your transgressions and then invite your maker to your life....

Don't use God, don't use any name you are used to.... Just pray directly to your maker and why that is important is... You can not go wrong with whom you pray to...

Also begin a mental conversation with your maker and talk like you talk with your father, family and close friend... Be honest and be truthful and you will begin to see a relationship build between you and your maker

Direct connection... No religious rhetoric no deception, just a solid communication with your maker.

Ever since I started this, I have enjoyed peace of mind and I don't entertain fear because I always know I am protected... If I begin to tell you miracles in my life you will be amazed...but anyway give it a try... Connect directly to the source .

Which one is "your maker"? Oga if no be God of the bible, this is nonsense and just another false mystery religion.

GreatAchiever1:


Which one is "your maker"? Oga if no be God of the bible, this is nonsense and just another false mystery religion.

do you know the origin of the word GOD?

I guess not... Did you know the Jesus is not the name of the biblical messiah?

I don't plan to convince you... It means nothing to me, but I will only advice you to research and challenge what you believe

Franzinni:
do you know the origin of the word GOD?

Yes and it's from the Hebrew word elohim

I guess not... Did you know the Jesus is not the name of the biblical messiah?

Yes, It's from the Hebrew word yeshua (or Joshua) which means Yahweh saves.
But we do not speak hebrew but English, just like how the Igbo people call God Chineke or Yoruba people call Him Oluwa.

I don't plan to convince you... It means nothing to me, but I will only advice you to research and challenge what you believe

Now back to the original question, what does this has to do with what you wrote up there that has nothing related to the God of the bible but another false religion?

Michael547:

So are you saying Christians don't need to be in agreement? We can all choose our own rules and regulations and at the end gain salvation?

Not exactly! I'm not saying that Christians can just "make up their own rules" and do whatever they want. The Bible is clear that there are certain core beliefs and values that all Christians should hold.

However, there is still room for diversity and different interpretations of scripture within the Christian faith. There are different ways to understand and apply the Bible's teachings, and there is not one single, correct way to do so.

GreatAchiever1:


Yes and it's from the Hebrew word elohim


Yes, It's from the Hebrew word yeshua (or Joshua) which means Yahweh saves.
But we do not speak hebrew but English, just like how the Igbo people call God Chineke or Yoruba people call Him Oluwa.


Now back to the original question, what does this has to do with what you wrote up there that has nothing related to the God of the bible but another false religion?

oh ok... Well still try and expand what you know... The word god has a more ancient origin than what you know.....
The yoruba people call who oluwa? Don't you know traditional worshipers used to call their deity oluwa before the advent of Christianity?

You know what just do you... You are in the fog... But I have no interest continue on the matter... You can believe what you want it's perfectly fine by me Sir.

Love...

Franzinni:
oh ok... Well still try and expand what you know... The word god has a more ancient origin than what you know.....

There are two religion, bible believing Christianity and false religion and the later has so many other children and yes it has also invaded the Church.
The God of the bible is declared as YHWH. And yes the word god is of ancient origin, mostly why if you want to reference the only true god, we use God.

The yoruba people call who oluwa? Don't you know traditional worshipers used to call their deity oluwa before the advent of Christianity?

I don't know this about the yoruba traditional worshippers, well I'm not from that region so I just said what the norm is.

You know what just do you... You are in the fog... But I have no interest continue on the matter... You can believe what you want it's perfectly fine by me Sir.

Well, atleast it will be on record that I informed you. You Sir are practicing another false mystery religion, gotten from babylon.

jesusjnr2020:
The word "Christian" itself already suggests its meaning is derived from Christ.

It's not the Bibilian or Paulian, that it would be defined by the teachings of the Bible or apostle Paul.

It's Christ-ian, so it makes logical sense that it is defined instead by the teachings of Christ.

But alas, the so-called Christians have become too blind to realize that obvious logic.

They'd rather stick to man-made traditions, ideas and beliefs that most part of the church have embraced overtime and being taught as doctrine in the church instead of that which Christ Himself gave us.

They have hence made the teachings of Christ (Word of God) to be of little or none effect in their lives, and by extension the church, which has consequently become a caricature of what it used to be when Christians (disciples of Christ) fully followed the teachings of Christ not those of someone else.

Until the church goes back to fully following the teachings of Christ as it used to be in those early days, they would only keep chasing shadows, and would never be able to experience the Spirit, Power and Glory of the early church which followed the teachings of Jesus.

God bless.

satanjnr on the beat!
A curse has already being placed on you and your likes.

Galatians 1:8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.

Any man who preaches the gospel that the apostles of Christ didn't preach is cursed already.

GreatAchiever1:

There are two religion, bible believing Christianity and false religion and the later has so many other children and yes it has also invaded the Church.
The God of the bible is declared as YHWH. And yes the word god is of ancient origin, mostly why if you want to reference the only true god, we use God.


I don't know this about the yoruba traditional worshippers, well I'm not from that region so I just said what the norm is.



Well, atleast it will be on record that I informed you. You Sir are practicing another false mystery religion, gotten from babylon.

ok

No, but however a Christian can be oppressed and troubled by the devil and his angels however he is not under any curse because he has being saved.
He or she must grow and know his position in christ Jesus and use the authority of Jesus name as well as following the revelation of God in his word to fight his warfare.

maureensylvia:


Not exactly! I'm not saying that Christians can just "make up their own rules" and do whatever they want. The Bible is clear that there are certain core beliefs and values that all Christians should hold.

However, there is still room for diversity and different interpretations of scripture within the Christian faith. There are different ways to understand and apply the Bible's teachings, and there is not one single, correct way to do so.

So is the deeper life church interpretation of the bible that condemns the wearing of jewelries also a valid interpretation of the bible? If yes, why are other churches not accepting that truth from the Bible and are going on in that sin?

Michael547:

So is the deeper life church interpretation of the bible that condemns the wearing of jewelries also a valid interpretation of the bible? If yes, why are other churches not accepting that truth from the Bible and are going on in that sin?

It's true that the Deeper Life Church, and other similar churches, interpret the Bible as prohibiting the wearing of jewelry.
However, there are many other churches and denominations that don't share that interpretation. This is a great example of how different Christians can have different understandings of the Bible.

It's not necessarily that one group is "right" and the other is "wrong," but rather that they are approaching scripture from different perspectives and experiences.

It's important to remember that not all Christians will interpret the Bible in the same way.

maureensylvia:



It's true that the Deeper Life Church, and other similar churches, interpret the Bible as prohibiting the wearing of jewelry.
However, there are many other churches and denominations that don't share that interpretation. This is a great example of how different Christians can have different understandings of the Bible.

It's not necessarily that one group is "right" and the other is "wrong," but rather that they are approaching scripture from different perspectives and experiences.

It's important to remember that not all Christians will interpret the Bible in the same way.

So don't you think that the deeper life church teaching on the prohibition of wearing jewelries and calling it a sin is in contradiction to other churches that don't see it that way? How can the holy spirit be giving interpretations that end up dividing people in the same faith instead of uniting them? Or are they not interpreting the bible with the help of the Holy spirit again?

maureensylvia:
■ It's true that the Deeper Life Church, and other similar churches, interpret the Bible as prohibiting the wearing of jewelry.
However, there are many other churches and denominations that don't share that interpretation. This is a great example of how different Christians can have different understandings of the Bible.
It's not necessarily that one group is "right" and the other is "wrong," but rather that they are approaching scripture from different perspectives and experiences.
It's important to remember that not all Christians will interpret the Bible in the same way.

Do you know that logically, there is only one meaning to a Truth--- all other meanings are lies. That is why it is said that an opinion or perspective is not a fact(Truth) but a take that when put against the Truth is likely a lie.

Kobojunkie:
Do you know that logically, there is only one meaning to a Truth--- all other meanings are lies. That is why it is said that an opinion or perspective is not a fact(Truth) but a take that when put against the Truth is likely a lie.

It's true that from a purely logical perspective, there can only be one objective truth. However, I don't think that logic is the only way to understand scripture.

Scripture is meant to be read and interpreted through the lens of faith, which is not always logical.

Faith is about trust, hope, and mystery, not about proof and certainty.

Do you see how faith might lead to different interpretations of scripture?

Meanwhile Been awhile kobo!

Michael547:

So don't you think that the deeper life church teaching on the prohibition of wearing jewelries and calling it a sin is in contradiction to other churches that don't see it that way? How can the holy spirit be giving interpretations that end up dividing people in the same faith instead of uniting them? Or are they not interpreting the bible with the help of the Holy spirit again?

The Deeper Life Church's teaching on jewelry is definitely different from the teachings of other churches, and that can create division among believers.

However, I don't think this necessarily means that the Holy Spirit isn't involved in their interpretation. Instead, I think it's possible that the Holy Spirit could be leading different groups of people to different interpretations of scripture.

After all, the Bible is complex and multi-faceted, and there are bound to be different understandings of it. So while division can be painful, it doesn't necessarily mean that the Holy Spirit is absent.

In fact, some theologians believe that the Holy Spirit can use division to help the church grow and evolve. For example, the Protestant Reformation started with division within the Catholic Church, but it ultimately led to the birth of new denominations and a richer understanding of scripture.

So while it's difficult to see people disagreeing about the meaning of scripture, it's possible that the Holy Spirit is using these disagreements to further the work of the church.

maureensylvia:
■ It's true that from a purely logical perspective, there can only be one objective truth. However, I don't think that logic is the only way to understand scripture.Scripture is meant to be read and interpreted through the lens of faith, which is not always logical.
■ Faith is about trust, hope, and mystery, not about proof and certainty. Do you see how faith might lead to different interpretations of scripture?
■Meanwhile Been awhile kobo!

1. Interesting claim! Mind showing us exactly were in Scripture the God of Israel, or even Jesus Christ His Son, told you you are not to apply basic human language understanding as far as Scripture is concerned?

2. Where abouts in Scripture did the God of Israel or even His Son, Jesus Christ, give you these regarding faith, trust, hope and mystery which you hold to?

Kobojunkie:
1. Interesting claim! Mind showing us exactly were in Scripture the God of Israel, or even Jesus Christ His Son, told you you are not to apply basic human language understanding as far as Scripture is concerned?

2. Where abouts in Scripture did the God of Israel or even His Son, Jesus Christ, give you these regarding faith, trust, hope and mystery which you hold to?

1. I don't think there's a specific verse that explicitly says not to apply human language understanding to Scripture. However, there are verses that indicate that God's ways are not our ways, and His thoughts are not our thoughts (Isaiah 55:8-9).

This implies that we can't always understand God's ways or interpret Scripture using only human reasoning.

2. There are many verses that talk about faith, trust, hope, and mystery. For example, Hebrews 11:1 says that faith is the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not