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3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by iliyande(m): 7:27am On May 22, 2016 |
The term “born again” is one of the most used phrases among present-day Christians. Yet, if asked what the term born again means, most church members could not give a clear explanation. The importance of this subject is shown in what Jesus said, “Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God” (John 3:3). Jesus is saying that to be born again is to be saved. Being born again is the plan of salvation that Jesus authored at Calvary. We've all probably heard the encounter between the pharisee Nicodemus and Jesus and the conversation they had about being born again. In John 3:3, Jesus tells Nicodemus, "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again[b] he cannot see the kingdom of God." It confused the scholar back then and it still confuses many today. But sadly many Christians loosely throw around the concept and phrase, often losing the true essence of spiritual rebirth. Being born again can mean a lot of things to many people and many of the interpretations can be far from the truth. Here are three common ways that many Christians misunderstand being born again. That being born again means being perfect Often, believers think that when we are born into the faith as we receive Jesus into our lives that almost instantly all our vices, bad habits and problems will go away. God never says this and in fact tells us that coming into a relationship with Him is only the start of the journey. 2 Corinthians 3:18 says, "And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit." Progressively Jesus changes us into His image and likeness as He removes the occurrence of sin in our life. That born again comes by confessing alone Christianity is far from just being lip service. It is a faith that encompasses every part of our being. To say that "we're Christian" alone does not mean that we now live a life in Christ. Even Romans 10:9 tells us that "...if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." More than just confessing with our mouths, we are to believe in our hearts, which will then result to a new way of life as we surrender to God and trust Him to do what's best for us. That's why it's called faith. In Matthew 7:21, Jesus emphasized, "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." That we are born into a religion Being born again does not just result simply to becoming a member of a church organization or being born into an earthly alliance. When we are born again, we are born into both a relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ and then consequently added to the fellowship of saints. It has very little to do with ritual and tradition and has everything to do with love and intimacy. The truth is that you do not allow anything to turn you aside from this truth: you must be born again. If you haven’t as yet, you should do so today 39 Likes 7 Shares |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by annunaki2(m): 7:35am On May 22, 2016 |
So what do you understand being born again to mean? 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Jinyjagz(m): 9:18am On May 22, 2016 |
Wat abt Reborn again 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Charbless(m): 9:19am On May 22, 2016 |
Wait I'm coming |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by hrykanu231(m): 9:20am On May 22, 2016 |
Ok |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Nobody: 9:21am On May 22, 2016 |
I don born again over 50 times in the last two years, the thing sef don tire me. I go born again today, all these babes wey dey my street go just carry yansh kon camp person for house kon spoil my born again. Which kind life be this na. ![]() 18 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Smartsyn(m): 9:22am On May 22, 2016 |
You've listed the misunderstandings, now what are the understandings? 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by dumpointer: 9:23am On May 22, 2016 |
Born again means born anew ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Proffdada: 9:24am On May 22, 2016 |
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Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by buchi16(f): 9:25am On May 22, 2016 |
wat is born again den? 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by crunchyg: 9:27am On May 22, 2016 |
Some people will not like this (hypocritical christians) 2 Likes |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by BrianRoss: 9:28am On May 22, 2016 |
Smartsyn: lol, d understanding is on its way ![]() |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by batista181(m): 9:28am On May 22, 2016 |
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Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Fran6ik: 9:28am On May 22, 2016 |
To be born again is to be BAPTISED! Dont hide the fact stipulated by Jesus Christ. That is all Jesus said oooo 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Ellyogun(f): 9:29am On May 22, 2016 |
It's not by eye service 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Onliie(m): 9:32am On May 22, 2016 |
LastMumu:story of my life |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by emmyw(m): 9:33am On May 22, 2016 |
Ok |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by iliyande(m): 9:36am On May 22, 2016 |
Smartsyn: Watch out next article ![]() |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by 4jessy: 9:36am On May 22, 2016 |
Copied. So how can I be truuely born again |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Nobody: 9:37am On May 22, 2016 |
Waiting to know what you understand by the phrase "born again". |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by skywalker001(m): 9:37am On May 22, 2016 |
To be born again is to be born of the water and the holy spirit... 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by iliyande(m): 9:37am On May 22, 2016 |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Julietcutie(f): 9:42am On May 22, 2016 |
hmm |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Sir03(m): 9:44am On May 22, 2016 |
That's the fact |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by ifenes(m): 9:49am On May 22, 2016 |
People should want to grow up and stop being born again. Born again are children, immature children who need to be fed by pastors weekly. No wonder a Christian can attend a church for 40 years and still know little. How many Christians have actually moved mountains or walked on serpents? None. They are kids/ all born again that's why The real purpose of humanity is to be enhanced physically, mentally, psychologically etc. Not to be born again and again. 2 Likes |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by CharlieMaria(m): 9:51am On May 22, 2016 |
Being born again simply means BAPTISM. 2 Likes |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by mile12crises: 9:53am On May 22, 2016 |
Buhari must be born again else Niger delta Avengers will send him to his early I mean late grave 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by yamandegg: 9:54am On May 22, 2016 |
When a baby is born, he becomes part of humanity. The baby has a life that allows them to be aware of and respond to their physical surroundings: parents, friends, food, neighbourhood, sun, wind etc. But when a person is born AGAIN, he receives ANOTHER life, this time allowing him to become part of God's spiritual family. The born again person now has a life that allows them to personally know and respond to God and the reason why God made that person. Literally, when a person is born again, an inner self or person, is born within them. 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by winj: 9:57am On May 22, 2016 |
think like a monkey, be prepared for the world to treat you like one. born agian ![]() ![]() 3 Likes |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by menxer: 9:58am On May 22, 2016 |
Being Born again means "loving" PMB/Nigeria irrespective of the fact that you are a PDP fanatic and GEJ is your hero. ![]() 1 Like |
Re: 3 Ways We Misunderstand Being Born Again by Nobody: 10:00am On May 22, 2016 |
LastMumu: lol. its a one time thing, you don't get born again over and over again. 1 Like |
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