Peter warned other elders against this type of Baalism, that they should humbly serve the flock, I Peter 5:1-6. Seeker churches tend to focus on people in their thirties and up where Emerging Churches tend to reach people in their teens to thirties. And we know that Jesus gained the victory. Ive covered the ECM in past columns. I know that the snake itself was, but the serpent who was using this animal obviously was not created during creation week, because God made everything good. Listen: The biblical meaning of rest is not a cure for exhaustion but a pathway to assurance. In Wesley's piece, 'A Call to Backsliders' he looks to the warning passages of Heb 6:4-6, 1 Tim 1:19-20, and 2 Pet 2:20 - 22 and sees that even these dire . It even uses all the language of Christianity and holds Jesus in high esteem. Some people have felt that Melchizedek is actually another name for Michael the archangel. Jesus finished His work of creation on the sixth day. Before Rob Bells revealing interview with Martin Bashir, Bell was interviewed by Christian media which lobbed him one soft ball after another so he could always hit them right out of the PR park. 2:20 says. By the way, many people might think that perhaps were just reading from the Old Testament. All Christians are to boldly contend for the faith which was once delivered unto the saints (Jude 1:3). If a man die, shall he live again? And, of course, we studied last time that Esau was a very hardened and rude person, whereas Jacob is described as being docile and mild. Bashir said, When I read the book I saw what I believe is an egregious disregard for history, and a treatment of biblical text in the most selective and perfunctory manner., Rob Bells denial on MSNBC of the heresy of universal salvation is not only betrayed by the content of his book, but by his own churchs (Mars Hill) FAQs page. This verse is describing Gods plan for Noah and his family, and their descendants after the flood. And what agreement hath the temple of god with idols? 03:01 According to Genesis 1:30 all animals before sin were vegetarians. They use reams of paper to argue that if one ever got lost he was never found. Is "Once Saved Always Saved" Bible Truth or False? - Crosswalk And this evening were going to study about this conspiracy that is taking place in the invisible world, where we cant really see the movements that are taking place. What is the testimony of Jesus? The term Emerging Church is used to describe a broad, controversial movement that seeks to use culturally sensitive approaches to reach the postmodern, un-churched population with the Christian message. I dont even have to look up this verse in my Bible. In the meantime, some emergents will continue the conversation on homosexuality, knowing full well that people are dying and some of them are headed straight to hell! John Wesley | Christian History | Christianity Today It says he walked with God and God took him. Emerging Church pastors Mark Driscoll and Dan Kimball both acknowledge the necessity of preaching doctrinal truths which properly define Christianity while others like Brian McLaren are extremely lax when it comes to proclaiming the true biblical faith, so much so that hes been called a false teacher.2. Looking for a 2019 Tax Break? Genesis chapter 6 and verse 5. In other words, this world had a new king and the territory was taken over by Satan. I could not tell if the Church affirms or denies universalism, the false teaching that everyone will eventually become saved. And so when Genesis 3:15 speaks about a wicked seed we need to understand that that seed includes two different types of wicked people. Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood. our association with these people, we might even be able to influencethem to accept Christ. And then we will end our study by noticing the concept of judgment in the book of Revelation. Bell writes: There are a growing number of us who have become acutely aware that Jesus story has been hijacked by a number of other stories, stories Jesus isnt interested in telling. Let us pray with the same fervor for Rob Bell and other aberrant Emergent teachers, as Paul prayed for those who fell into heretical teachings in his day: Opponents must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth, and that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will. 2 Timothy 2:25-26, Let us hit our knees and cry out to God to guard His beloved bride from the ear tickling, flesh inciting, false doctrines that are beginning to permeate the church in these last days! They are told that those who are on earth need to respond to the revelation given to them on earth or they are without hope (Luke 16:27-31). "Calvinists, who deny that salvation can ever be lost, reason on the subject in a marvelous way. Is there really any assurance? These early church authors are often referred toas the Apostolic Fathers. 05:27 in our last lecture, Adam began blaming God for giving him Eve, and Eve began blaming God and blaming the serpent. The Bible concept is a priesthood of all believers, I Peter 2:9, a multitude of gifts in the Church, I Corinthians 12. And, of course, the two men look at Jesus and if they lived today they probably would have said What planet have you been on for the last three days? Lets begin our study in the book of Romans 3:20, Romans 3:20. Weve noticed that when the serpent, when the devil heard these words, he made up his mind that he was not going to allow that Seed to come. Evidently what the Bible teaches on sodomy made Tony feel uncomfortable, so he decided to hold back his opinion until he could come to terms with what he was feeling. I say feeling because his conclusion doesnt comport with the written Word of God, which he professes a belief in, but decides things from his gut, I guess. They need to seek anew the truth as it is in Jesus, that their character building may be in harmony with the lessons of Christ. But there are certain points in this chapter that I want to underline, because theyre important for what were going to talk about in the second half of our study together. Therefore they looked for more fertile ground. The only way that they could be absolutely certain was because they believed Gods story when He told them: I was the Creator. 95-96). He has a son called Isaac but theres a problem, and that problem is that Isaac, though hes approximately 40 years old, does not have a wife. 2 Timothy 4:3, 4 Produced by Secrets Unsealed. When one examines a map, it will become clear that Pergamum andThyatira are only about thirty miles apart. Jesus was the Creator. Rob Bell not only redefines Hell by teaching that it will only be a temporary abode for those who want to leave later, but he redefines Hell by claiming that it is not so much about the after life, but its about what you make of the life here and now. We might call him the ancient of days. Corrections? Nicolaitans in the Church follow such vain customs, and also institute and practice a corrupt form of Church government based upon conquering the people and keeping them in subjection. In many ways it is a quite fascinating and alluring religion. Jesus rested on the seventh day. Because this verse has some very important information which will be useful in our study in understanding our study for this evening. On Tonys blogalogue he wrote a carefully crafted statement to start the conversation rolling with no mention of Scripture to back up his enlightened view. The Nicolaitans were merely a symbol employed bythe Lord, and the term was not to be taken literally. So God placed in the garden of Eden a test. He lost servants, he lost all of his animals, he lost all of his properties. John Wesley on Calvinism, Once Saved Always Saved, and Conditional Others say, I attend this church because of the location, and because of the wonderful physical plant that the church has. So here we have a definition of what the testimony of Jesus is. Point number nine, when will death be totally eradicated from the universe? No! I am not suggesting that New Movement Adventists engage allthat is mentioned as part of the Doctrine of the Nicolaitans, but theymight as well, because they teach others that commandment keeping It says: Actually, a better translation is as they journeyed toward the East, because if you look at the geography, youll discover that Mt. It was therefore a serious thingfor a Thyatiran to cut himself off from his guild.Undoubtedly, many members of the early church made their livings ata trade which required that they be members of a certain trade-guild. I dont see any story in the Bible that speaks about Gods providence in such a marvelous way as the story of Joseph. The blessing. Will Brian and other emergent gurus join forces with Tony, or with orthodox Bible scholars? Beliefs & Practices - The United Methodist Church And so the devil goes to his second plan: Plan B. Which means that this represents the church in which period? But if You allowed me to take what You have given to him, he would blaspheme You in Your face. kings. While every effort has been made to follow citation style rules, there may be some discrepancies. And basically He says: Notice the Father and the Son according to this text are what? Bell not only empties Hell of Gods holy wrath, he creates an exit door from the inside out and claims that Hell is merely what we make it. It says there in Luke 3 verse 38: Very clearly Adam and Eve were created sons and daughters of God. But when it comes to Enoch Enoch did not die. Having held onto a predisposition toward shiny things for too long into the journey has kept him from being completely surrendered to his parents plan. So two things, as we begin our study: Adam was created to be king over planet Earth. Historic orthodox Christianity holds that Gods people must love thy neighbor as thyself. Translated, this means we are to love all human persons. Once Saved, Always Saved: True or Not? - 1517 It was, certainly, hardly possible for atradesman to maintain his business in Thyatira without belonging tothe guild of his trade. Lets begin then at Hebrews chapter 11 and I would like to read verse 1 where we find the definition of faith. Notice what He says in Luke 24 and verse 25. And I want you to notice the warning that Jesus gives concerning the end time. Some have stated, in a rather general way, that they were simply asmall, insignificant sect within the early church who held to somerather strange beliefs. Somehow they miss the urgency. Brian McLaren is a prolific writer who is in demand as a speaker and a kind of emerging church spokesman. Ill close with a quote from renowned theologian, Dr. R.C. After examining every reference to this heretical group in the writingsof the Church Fathers, and weighing the evidence, it is the conclusionof this author that the Nicolaitans were not directly founded by theNicolaus mentioned in Acts 6:5. It says there, by the way, a majestic being appears to John, who is the writer of the book of Revelation, and we find these words about the encounter: And I fell at his feet to worship him, but he said to me, That is the angel said to John, See that you do not do that. Others say, I choose to go to this church because it has upbeat worship services, or it has wonderful programs, or it has plenty of felt needs seminars. An attempt to use technology, i.e., video, slide shows, internet. {TM 116.3}. Such compromise is nothingshort of that ancient Nicolaitan heresy raising its ugly head in a modernsetting! What was his territory? Id like to begin by mentioning something which I have underlined previously in our studies. After a long life of rebellion against Godif its too hotdont worry, you can choose to accept Gods love and you will be whisked away to the streets of gold! Carson, The Gagging of God, Leicester, Apollos, 1996, p. 533) (Ref. The breast and the arms were of silver. is made to Stott, Essentials, op. 3And cried with a loud voice, aswhena lion roareth: and when he had cried, seven thunders uttered their voices. So how do you distinguish between the two? The gospel of Luke chapter 4. The order of salvation is a theological term outlining God working in the process of salvation that liberates man from sin. So why is this happening to me Please explain. But notice what God said to Abraham. Collins even cites the acid test by Methodist missionary and theologian E. Stanley Jones on the validity of a Christian church being "whether it can not only convert people from the outside to membership but also produce conversion within its own membership. Salvation from sin comes only through It is the desire of all heretics to minimize the importance of doctrine. The second point that I want us to notice in our study is found in Genesis 1:31-2:1, Genesis 1: 31-2:1. It says here, speaking about the end time remnant: Weve already seen that in 12:17. I am your fellow servant, and of your brethren, who have the testimony of Jesus. Again, Carson says in regard to Matthew 25:46: What is hard to prove, but seems to me probable, is that one reason why the conscious punishment of hell is ongoing is because sin is ongoing. (D.A. Theres more than physical appetite involved here. for the danger is just as great! I believe that Melchizedek was actually a historical figure who comes on the scene and disappears from the scene very quickly. Genesis chapter 1 and verses 1 and 2. Were not told in the passage that we just readso we must go to Revelation chapter 7 and verses 1 through 8. Most of the religious world has accepted, and teaches these two devastating errors that Satan has prepared to deceive the whole world in the end time. 3. Another question which arises at this point is: Were there possiblycertain circumstances in these cities of Asia Minor which may havegiven rise to these doctrines or made it profitable and evenadvisable (from an earthly perspective) to embrace them? The "Once Saved Always Saved" doctrine is the idea that once a person is born again and adopted as a son of God, there is no sin they can commit (even if deliberately) that can cause them to lose their salvation. By Mr. Jeff Paton; 200 Reasons Why You Should Not Believe in Eternal Security By Mr. Jeff Paton; A Challenging View of Hebrews By Rev. But if it were possible, the very elect. Note the keywords, whosoever believes in Christ Jesus will be saved (salvation of the human spirit). Apparently, it is Rob Bell and other Emergent Leaders who have sought to distort the message of Jesus by telling stories that make the masses feel comfortable in their sin. In 1739 George Whitefield, who later became an important preacher of the Great Awakening in Great Britain and North America, persuaded Wesley to go to the unchurched masses. As you remember, this magnificent story of Genesis chapter 22 is describing the fact that God was going to bring a Seed into the world, and that Seed was going to be offered as a burnt sacrifice, or as a burnt offering to save the world from its sins. And were going to notice that history generally in our lives specifically are not composed of disconnected events that have no relation one to another. And, of course, Adam and Eve failed the test. As Martin Bashir interviewed Rob Bell, the words Bell Accused of Committing Heresywere emblazoned across the television screen and Bashir stated that the mega church pastor has ignited a theological firestorm by suggesting that all will be saved. Is it True that Once Saved Always Saved (The Process of SALVATION) - 3 In other words, the Roman Empire. The Bible tells us that Adam and Eve were one. Now do you notice in these verses the number of times that the word ungodly is used? It says in verse 11: So we see that every intent of the heart of man was only evil continually. I want you to notice what happened as a result of the victory of Christ. They desire the gift of eternal life but will not surrender to the wishes of the Father, and make no attempt to establish a personal relationship with the Son. Emergent Church Leader, Rob Bell, has lit up the blogosphere with the firestorm he is causing with what many believe to be heretical views on God, Christ, and Salvation in his new book, Love Wins. So Im going to review the days of creation culminating with what God did on the sixth day of creation week. The bottom of the ladder is firmly rooted on earth. That notion, of course, came directly from the lips of our beloved Lord Jesus himself: Then Jesus went through the towns and villages, teaching as he made his way to Jerusalem. Nobody ever accused Bell of being a careful and exacting exegete of Holy Scripture; but tragically, his misrepresentation of Jesus teaching will likely have a disastrous affect on the souls he is misleading. A broader approach to worship using candles, icons, images, sounds, smells, etc. Luke chapter 3 and verse 38. Contributing to this state of self-deception is the fact that they mayalso have been misinterpreting a passage from one of the epistles ofPaul . And all through the generations of the past Christ has spoken, Christ has led his people and has been the light of the world. And I would like to read His words in Luke chapter 24 and verses 25 through 27. These are just a few of the many questions which have beenrepeatedly asked for centuries, and the answers are not quickly or The evidence, both biblical and extra-biblical, seems to clearly point tothe fact that the group known as the Nicolaitans arose from aperceived need of some early Christians to conform to their society toa certain extent for their own survival, and in a willingness to pervertcertain passages of Scripture in an attempt to try and justify theirconformity. Following his fathers death in April 1735, John was persuaded by an Oxford friend, John Burton, and Col. James Oglethorpe, governor of the colony of Georgia in North America, to oversee the spiritual lives of the colonists and to missionize the Native Americans as an agent for the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel. And finally were going to look at how life could be prolonged during each one of those stages. They lay it bare before others as evidence of superior wisdom. Men of humble acquirements, possessing but limited capabilities and opportunities to become conversant in the Scriptures, find in the Living Oracles comfort, guidance, counsel, and the plan of salvation as clear as a sunbeam. 8 chapter. Also the Greek word la(ic)os means laymen, of which laos is the root and stem, which selfsame word, with the o short contracted to i, to which root and stem the plural definite article ton is joined to form laiton is a Greek phrase meaning the laity.. The primary objective of the Nicolaitan spirit is the separation of the body from the Lords provision for Spiritual leadership and the insight given through that spiritual authority. Following are some of the common traits I have discovered by reading through Emerging Church material. Its critically important. The Perfect DVD to give to your Calvinist Friends To Convert them to Free Will Doctrine! Were not going to look up the verses because weve studied this before. Wed like to begin our study today at that verse which has basically been the theme of the Genesis series: Genesis chapter 3 and verse 15. You have In the second place, that moral authority has a law or a code and disobedience to that law or to that code brings as a result death. Now what I want to do is go through several stories that we find in the book of Genesis that deal with the issue of judgment. 6:9-10, Eph. His name was Isaac. Exodus 33:12 Grace. In other words, God inhabits a certain place, a certain location, which in this verse is called heaven. In short they say: If you get it, you cant lose it; and if you lose it you never had it. and sent into the world, Thou blasphemest; baptizing them in the name of the Father, And this is life eternal, that they might. Not only do we find the death sentence falling upon man, but also death came into all of creation in consequence of sin. And then the final stage that were going to deal with is how the eight laws of health will be practiced among Gods people once sin is eradicated from the universe. Id like to begin by reviewing Revelation chapter 12 which was our subject of study in our last lecture. A question which comes immediately to mind at this point is: Howcould a group of individuals in the early church hold to such beliefsand practices and still profess to be followers of Jesus Christ?! But allow me to say that the apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 10:26 actually quotes Psalm 24:1, and reaffirms in the New Testament that the earth is the Lords, and the fullness thereof. His command was simple and clear. No one comes to the Father except through me." This is a very important fact in our Christian lives. On the sixth day we find that God created the land animals and then finally He created man and woman. And so in our study today were going to examine the Biblical characteristics of the true church, and were going to allow the Bible to tell us if, in this world, there is a true church, and whether we can actually find it. Its the story of Joseph. To avoid the scandal of unworthy members, Wesley published, in 1743, Rules for the Methodist societies. After Bell tersely denied that he was a Universalist, Bashir immediately followed with a scathing indictment: Youre amending the gospel so that its palatable to contemporary people who find, for example, the idea of Hell and Heaven very difficult to stomach. Very clearly, Abraham understood that God was going to do this, by a supernatural miracle. The wages of sin is death. Every true Christian must hate sin and deception. Apparently, they were very similar to the Balaamites of the OT, in thatthey committed acts of immorality (fornication) and they ate meat thathad been offered to idols. 2 Pet 2:20; that if you put salvation away you never had it to put away, and if you make shipwreck of faith, there was no ship of faith there!! Hebrews 11 and verse 5. Id like us to begin our study today by going to the book of Psalm; Psalm 8 and I want to read verses 3 through 5, Psalm 8:3-5. Its speaking about the conclusion of creation, and it makes a very important statement. It is holy in that believers so marked by this grace are free from the impurities and the drag of sin. Notice verse 4. The Secret of Success in the Ministry of Charles G. Finney by Gordon C.Olson, What was Human Nature Designed For? Either #1 is true or #2 is true, but they can't both be true. As I mentioned in my prayer, this evening we are going to study two devastating end time deceptions which have captivated almost the entire world. So here comes Rob Bell, hes made a Christian gospel for you and its perfectly palatable, its easy to swallow.. So weve moved from the Old Testament before the Child is born to Rome when the Child is born 54 to the ten divisions into which the Roman Empire was divided to the 1,260 years to a time when the earth helped the woman eventually to the final war when the dragon is enraged with the woman and goes to make war with the remnant of her seed who keep the commandments of God and have the testimony of Jesus Christ. It is also due to the fact that there is no genuine commitment to propositional truth, so emergent leaders tend to be very evasive and their lies are as slippery as an eel. Gods Word is clear that one can so harden their heart that they will no longer hear the voice of God (Hebrews 3:6-14). The problem is, that scripture tells us that every single descendent of Adam also became a servant to this new king, a servant of Satan. In other words, God expected Adam and Eve to reproduce, to fill the earth with a holy race, and that Gods kingdom would spread all across the earth. 11:2). He did believe in predestination, according to the Arminian understanding of it. (could also be satan-see greek word study further down). It says here: In it you shall do no work, you, nor your son, nor your daughter, nor your male servant, nor your female servant, nor your cattle, nor your stranger who is within your gates: And then we have the reason why God gave this commandment. But as weve studied, God placed a test in the garden of Eden. Now lets go to the gospel of John Chapter 1, and well read verses 1 and 3, and Im trying to make a point by comparing these two passages of scripture, or these texts of scripture. John 3:16-18 KJV. Who cares how many lives we destroy? Hopeful universalism finds reason in Scripture to be hopeful that everyone will be saved, but they do not believe that we can be certain of this. But as we look at the life of Joseph we discover that Joseph had a less-than-ideal heredity, he had a less-than-ideal environment, and less-than-ideal circumstances in his home. I pray that this blesses your life. The passion and desire for holiness suffered, and Wesley's ministry stressed the need for believers to mature and grow in their Christian walk. It says here: So you have Abraham the ancient of days. She knows the destination is the other side not shiny, distracting things. Welcome to our church. (pp. And now notice verse 27: And beginning at Moses and all the prophets He expounded to them in all the scriptures the things concerning Himself. It appears that this group did not long survive at least, not in asopen and recognizable a form as it had been at first. TheConstitutions of the Holy Apostles states that those who are falselycalled Nicolaitans, are impudent in uncleanness. Tertullian (withregard to marriage) says, The Nicolaitans, in their maintenance of lustand luxury, destroy the happiness of sanctity. Irenaeus writes, theylead lives of unrestrained indulgence, and teach it is a matter ofindifference to practice adultery, and to eat things sacrificed to idols.Ignatius brands them as lovers of pleasure, and given to slanderousspeeches. He also says that they affirm that unlawful unions are a This is towards the very end of the sixth day. Id like to begin our study today by going back to Genesis 1 where we find the story of creation. And, by the way, were going to notice that he is speaking about the end time generation. a king. Id like to begin our study today at the gospel of Matthew 24, and were going to read verses 23 and 24, Matthew 24:23, 24. 4. Nicolaitans, believed to be followers of Nicholas, (Nicolas -Nick Old Nick, a name for satan Old Saint Nick Santa Claws Nicolaitans) one of the seven deacons in Acts 6:3,5 , who abused the grace of God. Instead of scattering abroad over all of the earth, they conglomerated together, they consolidated together in one place. The modern St. Nicolas, or Santa Claus, stems from the worship of the false hero Nimrod who put himself in the place of God and had people worship him as BAAL, that is, Master or Lord. Wesley believed, given his high view of a merciful, grace-giving God, that people who found themselves in this state could remedy the situation by a return to repentance and belief. Lets turn in our Bibles to Psalm 8, where we find this clearly revealed. Updates? In Rev. However, if they still end up in prison for some reason, they still can on their own accord later change their minds and the judge would freely let them out and even pay for an awesome vacation to the Bahamas or another island paradise! 01:59 Here David writes the following words: Now I want you to notice that in verse 5 were told that God crowned man with glory and honor. God gave man dominion. And then, of course, the Bible tells us that towards the end of the sixth day most likely God created man and woman. An emphasis on experience and feelings over absolutes. The Bible teaches two truths: 1) Once you are a believer in Christ, your salvation is forever secure in him. In both of them youll have the idea of God in fact, the word God is used. It says there in verse 21: But we were hoping that it was He who was going to redeem Israel. This they did by proclaiming themselves free inChrist. Many perhaps reasoned: If we stay in the guild and continue We read this before, but lets read it again. This message that Jesus give us here is a message that I believe is greatly overlooked in its import, these messages are messages of warning that are given to All the ekklesia of the New Testament dispensation. Add this to the fact that Bell promotes in Love Wins, At the heart of this perspective is the belief that, given enough time, everybody will turn to God and find themselves in the joy and peace of Gods presence. In that story we have all four elements of Genesis 3:15. But the real enmity is between the seed of the woman, and the serpent, because the last part of the verse says, He, the Seed of the woman, will crush your head, serpent, and you are going to wound, youre going to hurt His heel. Now another point that I want to underline is found in John chapter 1 and verses 1 to 3. Rather, Jesus revealed that there will be no rest, day and night, forever and ever (Revelation 14:9-12). A few scholars even maintain that no such group everactually existed. What was there in these two cities which may have beenconducive to the growth of Nicolaitanism? The two main opponents are John Wesley, who believed that one could lose their salvation, and who founded the Methodist Church and the various denominations that grew out of that, and a man.
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