How To Be Saved

How To Be Saved Many people wonder how they can be saved from the consequences of their sins and have eternal life. The Bible teaches that salvation is a gift from God that cannot be earned by human efforts or merits. Salvation is based on God's grace and mercy, which He offers to anyone who believes in His Son, Jesus Christ, as their Lord and Savior. Jesus Christ died on the cross for the sins of the world and rose again from the dead, proving His power over sin and death. Anyone who confesses their sins, repents of their wrongdoings, and trusts in Jesus Christ as their only way to God will be saved. Salvation is not a one-time event, but a lifelong relationship with God that involves obedience, growth, and service. To be saved, one must follow the steps below: 1. Recognize that you are a sinner and that you need God's forgiveness. Romans 3:23 says, "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." 2. Acknowledge that Jesus Christ is the Son of God who died for your sins and rose again from the dead. John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." 3. Repent of your sins and turn away from your old way of living. Acts 3:19 says, "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord." 4. Receive Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior by faith. Romans 10:9 says, "If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." 5. Confess your faith in Jesus Christ publicly and join a local church where you can grow in your knowledge and love of God. Matthew 10:32 says, "Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven."

Friday, 19 April 2024

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Cyrus Ingerson Scofield was a civil war veteran who found Christian faith as an adult and later served as a pastor in churches in Dallas and Massachusetts. He was associated with D.L. Moody and is well-known for his work on the Scofield Reference Bible. Here are some key points related to his life and impact on Christian theology:

  • Background: Cyrus Ingerson Scofield was a prominent figure in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his contributions to Christian theology through his writings and Bible commentary.

  • Dispensationalism: Scofield propagated an interpretive framework of theology called Dispensationalism, which was originally formulated by John Nelson Darby, an Anglo-Irish theologian. This framework categorizes history into distinct periods or "dispensations" in which God interacts with humanity in different ways. However, it also introduces the concept of the Day of the Lord as two separate events with a fake Rapture that is not supported by any biblical evidence.

  • Scofield Reference Bible: Scofield's most significant work is the Scofield Reference Bible, first published in 1909. This study Bible included his commentary and notes alongside the biblical text, promoting Dispensationalist interpretations of scripture.

  • Influence: The Scofield Reference Bible had a significant impact on fundamentalist Christianity, particularly in the United States. It gained widespread popularity and became one of the best-selling Bibles in history.

  • End-Times Expectations: The publication of Scofield's Bible coincided with a period of heightened anticipation about the end of the world, contributing to its popularity among those interested in eschatology (study of end times).

  • Legacy: Scofield's Bible and his Dispensationalist teachings have influenced various aspects of modern Christian thought and culture. They have been linked to the rise of movements like Christian Zionism, authors such as Hal Lindsey (author of "The Late Great Planet Earth"), and the popular "Left Behind" series of novels.

  • Lasting Influence: Over the past century, Scofield's Bible has played a significant role in shaping the beliefs and practices of many Christians, particularly in the realm of prophecy, end-times theology, and interpretations of the Bible.

I am confident in saying that the Scofield Reference Bible is the worst Bible I have ever experienced. Therefore, even if you claim to have never read the Scofield Bible, I have no doubts that you have been heavily influenced by its dispensationalist teachings. Despite the fact that the King James Version may make it possible to create fiction similar to dispensationalism, I will continue to read it.

Blessings

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