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Oh Susanna's avatar

True, but to be honest I believe that the majority of "Christians" are not actually born again, saved, Spirit-filled believers, particularly in Western countries where it doesn't cost much to go to church. That may sound provocative or controversial, but I firmly believe that even in the "church" God's people are a remnant. Probably more true for some churches than others.

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Robin Greer's avatar

So true. “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it." Matthew 7:13-14

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RJ Rambler's avatar

Saved IS Spirit filled. To make those things two parts is to judge one VS the other as though they can exist independently and they can NOT! The Son and The Spirit are ONE.

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Oh Susanna's avatar

Not sure how you're reading my comment, but we're not in disagreement.

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RJ Rambler's avatar

Too many teach that God is doing ANOTHER SPECIAL WORK in them. THEY are extra special, and IF YOU BELIEVE EVEN MORE God will do something MORE special for you too...maybe if you try hard enough. Many need to see the lie. I fell for a time but God...🙌🏼

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Roger Beal's avatar

There is a new b*llsh*t label for the folks you describe: Carnal Christians. Their mantra is, "I'm already saved so I can do what I like without fear of losing my salvation". These folks have never taken Paul's words in Romans to heart. They also do not understand that every one of our ongoing sins is another burden placed on Jesus' crucified body.

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Oh Susanna's avatar

Those folks will be sadly surprised when meeting God if they don't wake up first. Sadly it seems to be endemic in American churches.

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Ryan Gardner's avatar

I love the name of your stack btw

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Ryan Gardner's avatar

Agree. Well said

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NAB's avatar

Absolutely true.

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