There is a lot more to becoming a REAL CHRISTIAN then what you are proposing. To become a real Christian, we are told that we must HEAR the WORD in John 6:45, Jesus said, “It is written in the prophets, And they shall all be taught by God. Therefore everyone who has heard and learned from the Father comes to Me.” We are also told so in Romans 10:17 So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. We are told the we must BELIEVE in Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. We are also told so in Mark 16:16, Jesus said “He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned.” and in John 5:24 "Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life. We are told that we must REPENT (or turn from sin) in Luke 13:3 I tell you, no; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish. Also in Acts 17:30 Truly, these times of ignorance God overlooked, but now commands all men everywhere to repent. We are told to CONFESS CHRIST in Romans 10:9-10 that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. We are also told in 1 Timothy 6:12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. We are to be BAPTIZED according to Acts 2:38 Then Peter said to them, "Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” and Mark 16:16 He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned. We are to CONTINUE to be FAITHFUL UNTIL DEATH according to Revelation 2:10c Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life. We also know that Paul wrote in Romans 14:12 each of us shall give account of himself to God. It is important that we not ignore what is written, change what is written, or add to what is written in the New Testament which is our Christian Guide. Have a great day!
Eds
2007-03-22 05:23:31
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answered by Eds 7
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So is this why you are a Christian - you fear going to hell?
And do you also know that believers will be judged? That's in the bible - there are two judgments in Revelation. Those for the unbelievers and those for the believers. So yes, believers will eventually be judged also.
Your argument only works on those that believe the bible is the literal word of God. There are those of us who have realized that it was not written by God, but by man. And that God cannot be contained in a book - nor does God have to sacrifice himself for us.
I do love scare tatics though - have read numerous Christian books that use the same kind of thinking as you do. Even on little children. Keep it up - I'm sure someone will be scared eventually.
2007-03-22 05:30:33
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answered by noncrazed 4
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Only by the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross. By the Grace of God and through the blood of Jesus.
2007-03-22 05:26:33
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answered by Anonymous
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Allright Eds!!
nuff said!
RM. 16:16; COL 1:24; MTT 17:1-5
2007-03-22 06:04:36
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answered by manoman 4
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I object to you answering the question for us before giving us a chance to answer for you.
That aside, Heavenly Father's realm is open to all who will have faith in Him and in His Son, Jesus Christ; repent of their sins, transgressions and imperfections; be baptized by immersion by those who have authority to perform the saving ordinances; receive the Holy Ghost as their constant companion and comforter; and endure to the end in faithfulness, sincerity and humility.
We need to pray constantly for guidance from the Holy Ghost to know His will for us. We need to study the scriptures daily to know HIs word, teachings and commandments. We need to love God with all our heart, might, mind and strength, and love our neighbors as ourselves.
I am trying, imperfectly, to follow those objectives. If I succeed in doing what I have been taught is right to do, then I have faith and confidence that He will welcome me back home when my time and mission are complete. I long to hear His words, "well done thou good and faithful servant, enter into they rest".
2007-03-22 05:59:51
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answered by rac 7
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THink? I KNOW I will get into Heaven - I have been saved by the grace and love of Jesus Christ. Thats all I need....
Unlike the stupid athiests on this site...
VLR
2007-03-23 04:51:04
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answered by Athiests_are_dumb 3
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Belief doesn't change reality? In that case, News Flash: Your belief in a god and a heaven and a hell and sin and all that other nonsense doesn't change the reality that none of that stuff exists.
2007-03-22 05:24:48
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answered by Anonymous
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Accepting existence joyously with the aid of any difficulty. If somebody complains, comprehend that that is close to impossible to alter somebody else, yet puzzling to alter your self. in this type, you will possibly be able to settle for proceedings as innovations to advance your self. shop others. via saving others you will possibly be able to humble others and instruct humility, compassion, and peace via occasion. via saving others, you your self would be saved. artwork not straightforward. fulfill your occupation so as which you will serve your community. Heaven is on earth, whether it relies upon on who you're asking. in case you settle for existence joyously and continuously shop others, you will see Heaven on earth. all of us stay with hardships, it easily relies upon on how we settle for them.
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answered by thedford 4
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Very unlikely. I doubt any living human being can attest to the fact that they haven't done any of the above.
2007-03-22 05:28:33
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answered by optimistic_pessimist1985 4
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By lots of good deeds and being open minded, honest and just plain doing the best I can to be good.
2007-03-22 05:24:51
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answered by missgigglebunny 7
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