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[Read/Listen/View] Access [Category] The Paranormal [Summary] We know that in television world haunted dolls exist. They talk, walk, think, growl, and sometimes they kill. But, certainly they cannot be haunted, possessed, or cursed in real life--or can they? Learn of the real life mysterious experience a young teenaged girl had with her baby doll. Also, at the end of this content are links to our Christian articles that tackle the subject of cursed objects from a biblical perspective. [Title]

Haunted Dolls: Do They Really Exist?

Christian Bible Studies for Christianity Today

Title

http://www.heavenlymanna.net/

2/1438042982745.46_20150728002302-00071-ip-10-236-191-2_498717808_2.json

804416c0_Studies_for_Christianity_Today__Title

[Read/Listen/View] Access [Category] Grab Bag (Very Interesting) [Summary] Do you love to read? If so, read free short stories online at TheBestFiction.com launched in 2013. Whether you like inspirational true stories, flash fiction, romance, Christian fiction, or ghost stories, you will find some of the best fiction that has been published at our site. [Title]

The Best Free Short Stories Online: Fiction Based on True Stories

Christian Bible Studies for Christianity Today

Title

http://www.heavenlymanna.net/

2/1438042982745.46_20150728002302-00071-ip-10-236-191-2_498717808_2.json

804416c0_Studies_for_Christianity_Today__Title

[Read/Listen/View] Access [Category] Physical/Mental Health and Wellness [Summary] There are four personal protective equipment levels about which emergency medical technicians (EMTs), paramedics, firefighters, and law officers learn. This is an introduction and overview of those levels. [Title]

Personal Protective Equipment Levels for HazMat Operations

Christian Bible Studies for Christianity Today

Title

http://www.heavenlymanna.net/

2/1438042982745.46_20150728002302-00071-ip-10-236-191-2_498717808_2.json

804416c0_Studies_for_Christianity_Today__Title

[Read/Listen/View] Access [Category] Christian Growth [Summary] Learn of the power of intercessory prayer for those things that must have God's intervention in order to be moved or resolved. The Christian Bible stresses the need for the true followers of Christ to pray intercessory prayer as the Holy Spirit leads. Few believers realize that even baby Christians should be encouraged to experience the power of intercessory prayer for God's intervention into their life and into the lives of those for whom they care. [Title]

The Power of Intercessory Prayer - Part I

Christian Bible Studies for Christianity Today

Title

http://www.heavenlymanna.net/

2/1438042982745.46_20150728002302-00071-ip-10-236-191-2_498717808_2.json

e035bbf7___David_W__Orme_Johnson__Ph_D___Short_Response

[Question] Is the Transcendental Meditation organization a cult? [Full Response] Is TM a cult?(click here ) [Short Response]

The Transcendental Meditation organization does not have any of the defining characteristics of a cult. The TM organization is not isolated, but interacts openly on both personal and professional levels with all levels of the larger society. There are no intense indoctrination methods. Most people who learn the technique never join the organization, and those that do join and stay do so purely of their own volition. There is no unquestioned allegiance to Maharishi, but rather Maharishi invites open discussion on all topics in public forums, including regular globally televised press conferences. Research shows that those involved in the organization are physically and mentally healthier than the norm. The Transcendental Meditation technique produces physiological and psychological changes that are in the opposite direction of a cult, including increased open-mindedness, increased ability to see the perspective of others, increased resistance to social pressure, increased intelligence and creativity.

Individual Effects - David W. Orme-Johnson, Ph.D.

Short Response

http://www.truthabouttm.org/truth/IndividualEffects/index.cfm

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e035bbf7___David_W__Orme_Johnson__Ph_D___Short_Response

[Question] Is the Transcendental Meditation program a religion? [Full Response] Is TM a religion?(click here ) [Short Response]

Although the Transcendental Meditation program originates from humanity's oldest continuous spiritual tradition, the Vedic tradition of India, it is not a religion per se because it requires no belief, faith, or change in life style to practice the technique or gain its benefits. The Transcendental Meditation program is practiced by people and religious leaders of all faiths. Maharishi University of Management is nonsectarian and its faculty, staff, and students represent all the major religions of the world.

Individual Effects - David W. Orme-Johnson, Ph.D.

Short Response

http://www.truthabouttm.org/truth/IndividualEffects/index.cfm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00276-ip-10-236-191-2_808995760_17.json

e035bbf7___David_W__Orme_Johnson__Ph_D___Short_Response

[Question] Isn't transcendental consciousness just a metaphysical state? [Full Response] Is TC just a metaphysical state? (click here ) [Short Response]

Extensive research shows that transcendental consciousness is a unique neurophysiological state of restful alertness, referred to by physiologists as a wakeful hypometabolic state, characterized by decreased metabolic activity together with increased EEG coherence. Recent research has distinguished transcendental consciousness from other states during meditation.

Individual Effects - David W. Orme-Johnson, Ph.D.

Short Response

http://www.truthabouttm.org/truth/IndividualEffects/index.cfm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00276-ip-10-236-191-2_808995760_17.json

e035bbf7___David_W__Orme_Johnson__Ph_D___Short_Response

[Question] Is anyone getting enlightened? [Short Response]

Many people are experiencing the classical milestones of enlightenment, which arise from regular practice of the Transcendental Meditation program. These include witnessing of sleep and activity, equanimity during challenging experiences, and increase creativity. Recent published research on these individuals has scientifically verified the reality of unique physiological characteristics and benefits of enlightenment. Moreover, the entire body of research on the Transcendental Meditation program demonstrates holistic development of the qualities of enlightenment.

Individual Effects - David W. Orme-Johnson, Ph.D.

Short Response

http://www.truthabouttm.org/truth/IndividualEffects/index.cfm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00276-ip-10-236-191-2_808995760_17.json

e035bbf7___David_W__Orme_Johnson__Ph_D___Short_Response

[Question] Is suffering a necessary part of the creative process? [Short Response]

Research shows that creativity arises from the silent inner depths of bliss consciousness. The writings of artists who suffered in their lives, such as van Gogh, indicate that their creative process was an escape from their suffering, not that suffering was the cause of their creativity. Their periods of suffering were down times when they could not create.

Individual Effects - David W. Orme-Johnson, Ph.D.

Short Response

http://www.truthabouttm.org/truth/IndividualEffects/index.cfm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00276-ip-10-236-191-2_808995760_17.json

e035bbf7___David_W__Orme_Johnson__Ph_D___Short_Response

[Question] Is it necessary to suffer on the path to enlightenment? [Short Response]

Any negative effects that one experiences on the path to enlightenment arise from pre-existing conditions in the individual that he has created for himself through his past behavior. These stresses in the system are blocks on the path to enlightenment, and the Transcendental Meditation program normalizes them as one progresses. An individual with few stresses would not experience any negativity on the path to enlightenment. In principle, suffering is completely unnecessary for gaining enlightenment or for attaining anything else.

Individual Effects - David W. Orme-Johnson, Ph.D.

Short Response

http://www.truthabouttm.org/truth/IndividualEffects/index.cfm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00276-ip-10-236-191-2_808995760_17.json

d8e57a2e_Curriculum_for_Family_Ministry__DESCRIPTION

[ACTIVITY] Flowers [NAME OF LESSON] Easter around the World: Bedouin Encampment [DESCRIPTION]

Investigate the symbolism behind a wide variety of flowers and horticulture in relation to the Easter message of the Resurrection and new life. Then go to a flower shop or a nursery in search of those flowers. Consider a field trip or family excursion to a local botanic garden or conservatory with displays of Easter flowers.

Sunday School Curriculum for Family Ministry

DESCRIPTION

http://www.cstones.com/family_ministry.htm

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d8e57a2e_Curriculum_for_Family_Ministry__DESCRIPTION

[ACTIVITY] Bible software [NAME OF LESSON] Easter around the World: Bible @ Your Fingertips [DESCRIPTION]

Explore the Holy Sepulchre (the site of Jesus' crucifixion and entombment) in the software Pathways through Jerusalem. Use your home computer as a tool for family-friendly Bible Study. This particular program features nine different tour guides of Jerusalem from across the millennia. This makes a nice connection to the Mary & Martha's B&B lesson.

Sunday School Curriculum for Family Ministry

DESCRIPTION

http://www.cstones.com/family_ministry.htm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00193-ip-10-236-191-2_410959772_1.json

d8e57a2e_Curriculum_for_Family_Ministry__DESCRIPTION

[ACTIVITY] Easter Bunny [NAME OF LESSON] Easter around the World: Bible Improv [DESCRIPTION]

Are you having trouble explaining the Easter Bunny? Try this lesson at home to explore the differences between the biblical Easter story and how it is represented by the commercial world in America.Video Live is fun as the children create a newscast that explores the history and origin of the Easter Bunny in relation to the Resurrection.

Sunday School Curriculum for Family Ministry

DESCRIPTION

http://www.cstones.com/family_ministry.htm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00193-ip-10-236-191-2_410959772_1.json

d8e57a2e_Curriculum_for_Family_Ministry__DESCRIPTION

[ACTIVITY] Kites [NAME OF LESSON] Easter around the World: Created by the Spirit [DESCRIPTION]

Learn how Bermuda celebrates the Resurrection by flying kites. Make kites and fly them on Easter morning.

Sunday School Curriculum for Family Ministry

DESCRIPTION

http://www.cstones.com/family_ministry.htm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00193-ip-10-236-191-2_410959772_1.json

d8e57a2e_Curriculum_for_Family_Ministry__DESCRIPTION

[ACTIVITY] Kitchen [NAME OF LESSON] Easter around the World: Eat your Way through the Bible [DESCRIPTION]

Make kolaches, raspberry lemonade and kielbasa while learning how Slavic people celebrate Easter. This is a great time to tell your family story of ethnic background, faith traditions and holiday memories. How about doing this as a prelude to dying your Easter eggs? Is there a Slavic church nearby to visit?

Sunday School Curriculum for Family Ministry

DESCRIPTION

http://www.cstones.com/family_ministry.htm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00193-ip-10-236-191-2_410959772_1.json

d8e57a2e_Curriculum_for_Family_Ministry__DESCRIPTION

[ACTIVITY] Candles [NAME OF LESSON] Easter around the World: Mary & Martha's Bed & Breakfast [DESCRIPTION]

Who can act as Peter, telling his story of denial, witness and leadership in the church. Learn how the Greek Orthodox tradition celebrates Easter Eve at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Share any dreams you have of making a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Decorate candles to remember that Jesus is the light of the world. Is there a Greek Orthodox church nearby to visit? This makes a nice connection to the Bible @ Your Fingertips lesson.

Sunday School Curriculum for Family Ministry

DESCRIPTION

http://www.cstones.com/family_ministry.htm

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00193-ip-10-236-191-2_410959772_1.json

7c8bcdfc_Baptist_History_and_Doctrines__Description

[Title] Why I am a Baptist [Description]

A few reasons why I am a Baptist

Baptist History and Doctrines

Description

http://www.baptistbasics.org/baptists/index.php

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00279-ip-10-236-191-2_311747343_0.json

7c8bcdfc_Baptist_History_and_Doctrines__Description

[Title] What is a Baptist? [Description]

Short essay on what it takes to be a Baptist

Baptist History and Doctrines

Description

http://www.baptistbasics.org/baptists/index.php

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00279-ip-10-236-191-2_311747343_0.json

7c8bcdfc_Baptist_History_and_Doctrines__Description

[Title] What Does a Baptist Believe? [Description]

A look at the Baptist Distinctives

Baptist History and Doctrines

Description

http://www.baptistbasics.org/baptists/index.php

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00279-ip-10-236-191-2_311747343_0.json

7c8bcdfc_Baptist_History_and_Doctrines__Description

[Title] Where Did Baptists Come From? [Description]

A brief view of Baptist history

Baptist History and Doctrines

Description

http://www.baptistbasics.org/baptists/index.php

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00279-ip-10-236-191-2_311747343_0.json

7c8bcdfc_Baptist_History_and_Doctrines__Description

[Title] What is an Independent, Fundamental Baptist [Description]

Briefly, what makes an Independent, Fundamental Baptist.

Baptist History and Doctrines

Description

http://www.baptistbasics.org/baptists/index.php

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00279-ip-10-236-191-2_311747343_0.json

7c8bcdfc_Baptist_History_and_Doctrines__Description

[Title] Did Baptists Begin in England? [Description]

A short refutation of the common position of Baptist historians of our day.

Baptist History and Doctrines

Description

http://www.baptistbasics.org/baptists/index.php

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00279-ip-10-236-191-2_311747343_0.json

7c8bcdfc_Baptist_History_and_Doctrines__Description

[Title] Are Baptists Protestants? [Description]

A look as to whether the term "Protestant" can be applied to Baptists

Baptist History and Doctrines

Description

http://www.baptistbasics.org/baptists/index.php

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00279-ip-10-236-191-2_311747343_0.json

7c8bcdfc_Baptist_History_and_Doctrines__Description

[Title] What is a Fundamentalist? [Description]

A short description of a true Fundamentalist's positions

Baptist History and Doctrines

Description

http://www.baptistbasics.org/baptists/index.php

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00279-ip-10-236-191-2_311747343_0.json

7c8bcdfc_Baptist_History_and_Doctrines__Description

[Title] Origins of Independent Fundamental Baptists [Description]

A look at the roots of the IFB movement

Baptist History and Doctrines

Description

http://www.baptistbasics.org/baptists/index.php

2/1438042981856.5_20150728002301-00279-ip-10-236-191-2_311747343_0.json

01a58e0a_tist_Church___SPIRITUAL_GROWTH_U_MIGHT_WANT_TO_PARTICIPATE_IN_COURSE_NAME

[DESCRIPTION] An introduction to the basics of Christianity. Recommended for those just starting out or who need a brush up so they can share their faith more effectively. The course gives you time and space to think through who Jesus is and why it matters. [COURSE NAME]

Christianity Explored

Custom House Baptist Church - SPIRITUAL GROWTH

COURSE NAME

http://www.customhousebaptist.org.uk/SpiritualGrowth.php

41/1438042986451.45_20150728002306-00206-ip-10-236-191-2_378628626_0.json

01a58e0a_tist_Church___SPIRITUAL_GROWTH_U_MIGHT_WANT_TO_PARTICIPATE_IN_COURSE_NAME

[DESCRIPTION] A follow on from Christianity Explored. Discipleship Explored is an informal 8-week course for anyone who wants to make the most of their Christian lives. We look at what St. Paul meant when he said 'for me to live is Christ and to die is gain.' [COURSE NAME]

Discipleship Explored

Custom House Baptist Church - SPIRITUAL GROWTH

COURSE NAME

http://www.customhousebaptist.org.uk/SpiritualGrowth.php

41/1438042986451.45_20150728002306-00206-ip-10-236-191-2_378628626_0.json

01a58e0a_tist_Church___SPIRITUAL_GROWTH_U_MIGHT_WANT_TO_PARTICIPATE_IN_COURSE_NAME

[DESCRIPTION] The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum comprised of 13 one-hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett. This study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective. Each lesson discusses in great detail the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life. [COURSE NAME]

The Truth Project

Custom House Baptist Church - SPIRITUAL GROWTH

COURSE NAME

http://www.customhousebaptist.org.uk/SpiritualGrowth.php

41/1438042986451.45_20150728002306-00206-ip-10-236-191-2_378628626_0.json

01a58e0a_tist_Church___SPIRITUAL_GROWTH_U_MIGHT_WANT_TO_PARTICIPATE_IN_COURSE_NAME

[DESCRIPTION] A six part exploration of ethics from a Christian worldview. For instance we ask questions like 'What is it to be human?' and then go on to tackle contemporary world views on sexuality, euthanasia, abortion and so on. [COURSE NAME]

Doing the Right Thing

Custom House Baptist Church - SPIRITUAL GROWTH

COURSE NAME

http://www.customhousebaptist.org.uk/SpiritualGrowth.php

41/1438042986451.45_20150728002306-00206-ip-10-236-191-2_378628626_0.json

01a58e0a_tist_Church___SPIRITUAL_GROWTH_U_MIGHT_WANT_TO_PARTICIPATE_IN_COURSE_NAME

[DESCRIPTION] These studies look at the evidence for God's existence using arguments from philosophy, science, cosmology and plain common sense. A really intellectual course developed by Focus on the Family's True U. [COURSE NAME]

Does God exist?

Custom House Baptist Church - SPIRITUAL GROWTH

COURSE NAME

http://www.customhousebaptist.org.uk/SpiritualGrowth.php

41/1438042986451.45_20150728002306-00206-ip-10-236-191-2_378628626_0.json

01a58e0a_tist_Church___SPIRITUAL_GROWTH_U_MIGHT_WANT_TO_PARTICIPATE_IN_COURSE_NAME

[DESCRIPTION] This 10-part DVD set presents arguments from history and archaeology that prove the Bible is a reliable historical document, demonstrating how its claims have been upheld repeatedly by corroborating evidence. [COURSE NAME]

Can we trust the Bible?

Custom House Baptist Church - SPIRITUAL GROWTH

COURSE NAME

http://www.customhousebaptist.org.uk/SpiritualGrowth.php

41/1438042986451.45_20150728002306-00206-ip-10-236-191-2_378628626_0.json

01a58e0a_tist_Church___SPIRITUAL_GROWTH_U_MIGHT_WANT_TO_PARTICIPATE_IN_COURSE_NAME

[DESCRIPTION] Teachings on Christian Doctrine. So if aspects of the Christian faith like the Trinity or the Second Coming trip you up this is the course for you. [COURSE NAME]

Foundations

Custom House Baptist Church - SPIRITUAL GROWTH

COURSE NAME

http://www.customhousebaptist.org.uk/SpiritualGrowth.php

41/1438042986451.45_20150728002306-00206-ip-10-236-191-2_378628626_0.json

01a58e0a_tist_Church___SPIRITUAL_GROWTH_U_MIGHT_WANT_TO_PARTICIPATE_IN_COURSE_NAME

[DESCRIPTION] For those who are interested in sharing their faith with Muslims. It is a non-combative course that teaches Christians to reach Muslims with the love of God through graceful speech and friendship [COURSE NAME]

The Crescent Project

Custom House Baptist Church - SPIRITUAL GROWTH

COURSE NAME

http://www.customhousebaptist.org.uk/SpiritualGrowth.php

41/1438042986451.45_20150728002306-00206-ip-10-236-191-2_378628626_0.json

01a58e0a_tist_Church___SPIRITUAL_GROWTH_U_MIGHT_WANT_TO_PARTICIPATE_IN_COURSE_NAME

[DESCRIPTION] Becoming a Contagious Christian is a proven course designed to equip believers for effective evangelism in today's world. It avoids stereotyped approaches that feel intimidating to many Christians. Instead, it shows ordinary believers how they can share the gospel in a natural and powerful way while being the person. [COURSE NAME]

Becoming a Contagious Christian

Custom House Baptist Church - SPIRITUAL GROWTH

COURSE NAME

http://www.customhousebaptist.org.uk/SpiritualGrowth.php

41/1438042986451.45_20150728002306-00206-ip-10-236-191-2_378628626_0.json

ff794e1e_Book__Color_Interpretation_Key___that_would_best_describe_you_

[Crown] Third eye

Celestial. The color of the third eye reflects your spiritual state. Your insights, celestial dreams and spirit guides also affect this chakra.

Aura Imaging - Aura Book: Color Interpretation Key

Experience. The color seen over your head is what you experience for yourself now. It�s the color that would best describe you.

http://www.auraphoto.com/examples/aurabook/key.html

1/1438042990112.50_20150728002310-00295-ip-10-236-191-2_306166214_0.json

ff794e1e_Book__Color_Interpretation_Key___that_would_best_describe_you_

[Crown] Throat

Communication. The color on the throat is traditionally energy actively being expressed or held back. It could be a sore throat or a song.

Aura Imaging - Aura Book: Color Interpretation Key

Experience. The color seen over your head is what you experience for yourself now. It�s the color that would best describe you.

http://www.auraphoto.com/examples/aurabook/key.html

1/1438042990112.50_20150728002310-00295-ip-10-236-191-2_306166214_0.json

ff794e1e_Book__Color_Interpretation_Key___that_would_best_describe_you_

[Crown] Heart

Empathy. The color of your heart is usually the force coming into your being.

Aura Imaging - Aura Book: Color Interpretation Key

Experience. The color seen over your head is what you experience for yourself now. It�s the color that would best describe you.

http://www.auraphoto.com/examples/aurabook/key.html

1/1438042990112.50_20150728002310-00295-ip-10-236-191-2_306166214_0.json

ff794e1e_Book__Color_Interpretation_Key___that_would_best_describe_you_

[Crown] Solar Plexus

The color of the solar plexus is usually the center vibration of your being. It is the most common center for suppressed desires and feelings.

Aura Imaging - Aura Book: Color Interpretation Key

Experience. The color seen over your head is what you experience for yourself now. It�s the color that would best describe you.

http://www.auraphoto.com/examples/aurabook/key.html

1/1438042990112.50_20150728002310-00295-ip-10-236-191-2_306166214_0.json

ff794e1e_Book__Color_Interpretation_Key___that_would_best_describe_you_

[Crown] Sex

The energy coming from the sex area is what sparks all creative an social impulses. It emanates sexual desires, but also feelings of love.

Aura Imaging - Aura Book: Color Interpretation Key

Experience. The color seen over your head is what you experience for yourself now. It�s the color that would best describe you.

http://www.auraphoto.com/examples/aurabook/key.html

1/1438042990112.50_20150728002310-00295-ip-10-236-191-2_306166214_0.json

ff794e1e_Book__Color_Interpretation_Key___that_would_best_describe_you_

[Crown] Root

The color of the root area is generally the energy of the physical plane and the person�s common reality. This is where all impulses for emotions begin, and it lies just below your belly button.

Aura Imaging - Aura Book: Color Interpretation Key

Experience. The color seen over your head is what you experience for yourself now. It�s the color that would best describe you.

http://www.auraphoto.com/examples/aurabook/key.html

1/1438042990112.50_20150728002310-00295-ip-10-236-191-2_306166214_0.json

24a41b85_BALANCED_TRUTH_OF_CALVINISM__Balanced_Calvinism

[Doctrine:] Man's responsibility [Unbalanced Arminianism] Rightly emphasise it but believe it implies man's ability & so deny man's total depravity. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Deny man's responsibility in a vain effort to protect the doctrine of man's depravity. Reduces man to being a block of wood. [Balanced Calvinism]

Believe that man is absolutely responsible for his actions while God is absolutely sovereign.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

48/1438042987775.70_20150728002307-00038-ip-10-236-191-2_302249902_0.json

24a41b85_BALANCED_TRUTH_OF_CALVINISM__Balanced_Calvinism

[Doctrine:] God's Sovereignty [Unbalanced Arminianism] Believe it in regards to creation & providence etc., but deny it in the most important matter of all i.e. salvation. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Hold to this doctrine but over emphasise it to the exclusion of man's responsibility. [Balanced Calvinism]

Believe this truth holds in every situation. "All my ways shall ever be� ordered by His wise decree"

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

48/1438042987775.70_20150728002307-00038-ip-10-236-191-2_302249902_0.json

24a41b85_BALANCED_TRUTH_OF_CALVINISM__Balanced_Calvinism

[Doctrine:] Man's depravity [Unbalanced Arminianism] Deny this doctrine believing that all men have the ability to repent & believe the gospel. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Hold to this doctrine but over emphasise it to the exclusion of man's responsibility. [Balanced Calvinism]

Believe that while all men are required to repent etc., SIN has robbed them of the power to do so.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

48/1438042987775.70_20150728002307-00038-ip-10-236-191-2_302249902_0.json

24a41b85_BALANCED_TRUTH_OF_CALVINISM__Balanced_Calvinism

[Doctrine:] Election [Unbalanced Arminianism] Make it conditional upon faith. Effectively self election rather than "God's election" [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Hold to this doctrine but over emphasise it to the exclusion of man's responsibility. [Balanced Calvinism]

Place it where it belongs - in the hand of God. Unconditional so as to put God under no obligation.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

48/1438042987775.70_20150728002307-00038-ip-10-236-191-2_302249902_0.json

24a41b85_BALANCED_TRUTH_OF_CALVINISM__Balanced_Calvinism

[Doctrine:] Extent of the Atonement [Unbalanced Arminianism] Believe that it extends to every last son of Adam, including those who eternally in hell when Jesus died. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Afraid to preach the universal aspect of the atonement (Compare the Calvinist belief) lest they be considered Arminian. [Balanced Calvinism]

Believe that although sufficient for all men in its merit�yet intended to redeem only the elect.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

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[Doctrine:] Effect of the Atonement [Unbalanced Arminianism] Largely ineffectual since many of those for whom Christ is said to have died are bearing those same sins in Hell for which He is said to have died. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] There does not seem to be any imbalance here on this particular point. [Balanced Calvinism]

Totally effectual since every last one for whom Christ died will be gathered in, thus making His feeling of satisfaction (Isaiah 53:10) credible.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

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[Doctrine:] Preaching of the Atonement [Unbalanced Arminianism] Although sound in preaching the free offer of the gospel, their theology is inherently compromised. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Will only preach it as a fact. As above, will not offer it. Believe that the free offer implies creature power� which it doesn't. [Balanced Calvinism]

Preach the free offer of the gospel, assuring every last man (elect or not) that if they come to the Cross, they will find pardon.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

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[Doctrine:] Effectual grace [Unbalanced Arminianism] Believe that the grace of God can always be resisted by the sinner. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Too much emphasise on this doctrine leaves them in a state of practical fatalism. [Balanced Calvinism]

Believe that the elect and non elect alike can resist the grace of God� but there comes a time when the elect find it irresistible.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

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[Doctrine:] Perseverance of the Saints [Unbalanced Arminianism] Rank Arminians believe that true Christians can lose their salvation. Others who disbelieve the first 4 points of Calvinism, effectively believe the last. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Although they believe this doctrine in theory�yet their over emphasise on other points leaves them constantly in a state of gloomy doubt. [Balanced Calvinism]

The elect will persevere in holiness unto the end and so will be saved, being kept by the power of God through faith.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

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[Doctrine:] Evangelism Click here for article on Calvin - the Soulwinner. [Unbalanced Arminianism] Believe it in although their basic message is compromised & they have no absolute assurance of the success of their mission. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Don't believe in evangelism at all. At best will but state the gospel facts, but will not plead with men to be saved as the great Calvinist evangelists did in the past. [Balanced Calvinism]

Believe in it - can offer a Saviour who actually accomplished something at Calvary - as opposed to merely making it possible - and have absolute guarantee by divine decree that their mission will be successful.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

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24a41b85_BALANCED_TRUTH_OF_CALVINISM__Balanced_Calvinism

[Doctrine:] Holiness [Unbalanced Arminianism] Holiness is to be found among all schools of God's people� often despite their doctrine. [Unbalanced Hyper-Calvinism] Holiness is to be found among all schools of God's people� often despite their doctrine. Unfortunately there are those in the hyper camp who believe that if you are going to be saved, then you will be saved no matter how you live. Such Antinomianism is to be abhorred and separated from. [Balanced Calvinism]

Holiness is to be found among all schools of God's people� often despite their doctrine.

BALANCED TRUTH OF CALVINISM

Balanced Calvinism

http://www.baptistlink.com/creationists/calvinism/balanced.htm

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f507d7e2_WATCHMEN_BIBLE_STUDY_GROUP__The_second

[The first] The taken by satan (spiritually) [Verses] Verses [The second]

Those left till the Second Advent

WATCHMEN BIBLE STUDY GROUP

The second

http://biblestudysite.com/rapture.htm

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[The first] The spurious messiah [Verses] Verses [The second]

The true Messiah

WATCHMEN BIBLE STUDY GROUP

The second

http://biblestudysite.com/rapture.htm

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f507d7e2_WATCHMEN_BIBLE_STUDY_GROUP__The_second

[The first] The disobedient [Verses] Verses [The second]

The faithful

WATCHMEN BIBLE STUDY GROUP

The second

http://biblestudysite.com/rapture.htm

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f507d7e2_WATCHMEN_BIBLE_STUDY_GROUP__The_second

[The first] Those in danger of the Judgment [Verses] Verses [The second]

Those saved

WATCHMEN BIBLE STUDY GROUP

The second

http://biblestudysite.com/rapture.htm

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f507d7e2_WATCHMEN_BIBLE_STUDY_GROUP__The_second

[The first] The false savior, satan [Verses] Verses [The second]

The true Savior, Jesus Christ

WATCHMEN BIBLE STUDY GROUP

The second

http://biblestudysite.com/rapture.htm

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f507d7e2_WATCHMEN_BIBLE_STUDY_GROUP__The_second

[The first] Satan's corruption of God's plan [Verses] Verses [The second]

The plan of God

WATCHMEN BIBLE STUDY GROUP

The second

http://biblestudysite.com/rapture.htm

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f507d7e2_WATCHMEN_BIBLE_STUDY_GROUP__The_second

[The first] In that night [Verses] Verses [The second]

In that Day

WATCHMEN BIBLE STUDY GROUP

The second

http://biblestudysite.com/rapture.htm

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b30ad3eb_America___Federal_Jack__Pros

Constitution [Cons] (1)Any Constitutional Amendments within the Bill of Rights will be null and void. Any Federal Constitution Amendments that are not duplicated within the State Constitution will be lost and unenforceable. [Pros]

(1)Federal Government would no longer be the Supreme Authority therefore all corrupt and bad Federal Court rulings would be void within the state. All corrupt Supreme Court Justices that commit high treason won’t have to be followed anymore under case law nor within the state.

America : Federal Jack

Pros

http://www.federaljack.com/tag/america/

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b30ad3eb_America___Federal_Jack__Pros

Human Rights [Cons] (1)It can be far easier for a state to legalize slavery of certain colors or even all humans then it would be for the US Constitution convention. [Pros]

(1)Slavery can still be banned just like within the Bill of Rights. The State would have to introduce a Constitutional Amendment banning any form of slavery and end racism. A federal Government isn’t needed to end slavery but only a government with good sense of morals and human rights support.

America : Federal Jack

Pros

http://www.federaljack.com/tag/america/

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b30ad3eb_America___Federal_Jack__Pros

Executive Authority [Cons] (1)The White House could decide to send troops into the states that left the Union since they are no longer under the protections of US Constitutional Law. [Pros]

(1)The White House, the Supreme Court, and the Congress would no longer have jurisdiction over the state that left the union. All Federal laws will be unenforceable within the state. The FBI will not exist within that state anymore so harassment of peaceful activists and news reporters will be history since the FBI has no regional jurisdiction over a state that is not within the Union.(2)The White House will not have any executive authority over the state, instead the governors office will be the commander in chief. The Governor will decide whether to start war with another state or not.

America : Federal Jack

Pros

http://www.federaljack.com/tag/america/

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b30ad3eb_America___Federal_Jack__Pros

Government assistance [Cons] (1)All Federally funded and sanctioned government assistance programs will not exist anymore and will collapse unless the state takes control of and sanctions the assistance programs such as Medicaid/Medicare, Supplemental Disability Income (SSI) benefits and other programs to help the elderly and disabled below the poverty line, Food Stamps (EBT/SNAP) also apart of the Department of Agriculture, Department of Energy assistance programs, and other federally sanctioned assistance programs. [Pros]

(1)All Corporate welfare sanctioned by the Federal Reserve and Congress would cease to exist.

America : Federal Jack

Pros

http://www.federaljack.com/tag/america/

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b30ad3eb_America___Federal_Jack__Pros

Park Service [Cons] (1)Since the National parks are designated under US Code, if the state refuses to quickly add state code to re-designate the national park territories as a state park territory, then the National parks can be looted and destroyed since the land was only protected by the Federal Government. [Pros]

(1)All National parks within the respected state would have to be transferred to the State Government for protection of the natural resources and preserve the site for future generations. In other words all national parks would then have to be taken on by the state and become state protected grounds.(2)The National Park Service and Department of the Interior would not exist anymore within the secession states but instead the state park service or whatever legal name it is designated as will be in charge of all parks designated and declared by law to be protected and under that particular agency.

America : Federal Jack

Pros

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b30ad3eb_America___Federal_Jack__Pros

Government Supremacy and Authority [Cons] (1)The very Federal Supremacy clause that hurts the states and it’s people, can also be a good thing in regards to state corruption and dealing with a out of control state leadership. Under a secession the Federal Government cannot legally and will not lift a finger against any issues within the state. [Pros]

(1)The Supreme Court and Federal Supremacy clause will have no merit. All authority will come from the state.(2)The State will have the authority and right to produce it’s own currency whether fiat or backed by backed by precious metal. As of before the Congress only had the authority to produce the currency by the Department of Treasury. Although the Congress has sold out the treasury to the US Private Federal Reserve complex.

America : Federal Jack

Pros

http://www.federaljack.com/tag/america/

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b30ad3eb_America___Federal_Jack__Pros

Criminal/Civil/Police [Cons] (1)A Criminal that violated a law within the state can simply flee into another state before the secession begins and be protected by the state against the police from the other state since the police would have no jurisdictional authority under the more recent state of residence with the exception of extradition from one country state to another using a treaty system. [Pros]

(1)All criminal and civil cases will be dealt with by the state, for only state laws.(2)If somebody was set-up as a criminal within another state they can be exiled by fleeing to the neighboring state and be protected from the corrupt law enforcement and be safe from political persecution.

America : Federal Jack

Pros

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b30ad3eb_America___Federal_Jack__Pros

Political Corruption [Cons] (1)State Corruption will still exist and state politicians live more closer to people within each respected county therefore if the politician knows a district attorney within the county they can hunt down and kill/destroy political enemies exposing corruption within the state. The only thing that politician needs is an excuse or set up the person for a crime then slam them into prison. Usually when exposing a corrupt US Senator or Congressperson, they just ignore you but with a state politician, they know where you personally live locally and close to where they live. [Pros]

(1)Political corruption within the Federal Government will cease to exist.(2)Corrupt Federal Court rulings would cease to exist and can be reset to the very beginning so if a new union forms between states, that union won’t enforce court rulings before the secession. (3)All Federal laws that are corrupt and in violation of the Constitution and harm the peoples liberties will also cease to exist.

America : Federal Jack

Pros

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b30ad3eb_America___Federal_Jack__Pros

Military/Defense Forces [Cons] (1)All foot and vehicle traffic would have to be subjected to inspection, seizure, or even state customs inspection when moving between states. Traveling between states will become rapidly difficult within encountering military and state boarder guards.(2)Traveling from one state to another may require a traveling VISA and Passport. [Pros]

(1)All US Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, and any other military force bases would no longer belong to the Federal Government but to the state and it’s governor will become the Commander in Chief unless the State Constitution has no provision for this radical change without the state legislatures rapid and fast changes to the State Constitution.(2)The state will have to forge a State Defense Force or State National Guard, State Army or Militia, State Air Force, State Coast Guard, State Navy, and other needed state military forces. (3)The State can decide whether to create a intelligence agency to counter the CIA, NSA, and Defense Intelligence Agency the intelligence arm of the US Military.

America : Federal Jack

Pros

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8c2ec201_Argument_For____The_Exponent__rgument_For_Women_s_Ordination

[Argument For Women’s Suffrage] Women should have equal political rights with men as provided for in Senate Constitutional Amendment No. 8 because—

Women should have equal participation in the quorums of the Church because-

Argument For… | The Exponent

Argument For Women’s Ordination

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[Argument For Women’s Suffrage] Women are equal to men intellectually. In fact, if we take the number of graduates from our schools and colleges, we must admit that they are farther advanced mentally.

Women are equal to men spiritually. In fact, if we take the number of women in the pews and records of the Church, we must admit that they are farther advanced spiritually.

Argument For… | The Exponent

Argument For Women’s Ordination

http://www.the-exponent.com/argument-for/

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8c2ec201_Argument_For____The_Exponent__rgument_For_Women_s_Ordination

[Argument For Women’s Suffrage] TWomen should not be subject to taxation without representation any more than men. “Consent of the governed” means women as well as men; for they are subject to government as well as men.

Women should not be subject to policies without representation any more than men. “By common consent” means women as well as men; for they abide Church policies as well as men.

Argument For… | The Exponent

Argument For Women’s Ordination

http://www.the-exponent.com/argument-for/

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[Argument For Women’s Suffrage] Women are recognized in the family as a large part of the governing force. The state is only a large family composed of both sexes. Why should she not be considered in the government of the larger family?

Women are recognized in the family as a large part of the guiding force. The church is only a large family composed of both sexes. Why should she not be considered in the leadership of the larger family?

Argument For… | The Exponent

Argument For Women’s Ordination

http://www.the-exponent.com/argument-for/

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8c2ec201_Argument_For____The_Exponent__rgument_For_Women_s_Ordination

[Argument For Women’s Suffrage] Women have been given suffrage in numerous countries and in several states in this Union, and partial suffrage in nearly all civilized countries. We have no knowledge of such action having proved to be a failure or of such laws being repealed, which of course, would be done were the experiment not a success.

Women have been ordained in numerous churches and sects in the world. We have no knowledge of such action having proved to be a failure or of such policies being repealed, which of course, would be done were the experiment not a success.

Argument For… | The Exponent

Argument For Women’s Ordination

http://www.the-exponent.com/argument-for/

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[Argument For Women’s Suffrage] Women are better morally, as evidence by the criminals in the penitentiaries. For example: in the penitentiaries in California we have about three thousand men and about thirty women, and the cases tried before the police courts probably average about the same. We must, therefore, admit that women would be a great factor in promoting honesty, equity and morality if given the ballot.

Women are better morally, as evidence by the criminals in the penitentiaries. For example: in California, women make up only 6% of the prison population. We must, therefore, admit that women would be a great factor in promoting honesty, equity, and morality if given leadership responsibilities.

Argument For… | The Exponent

Argument For Women’s Ordination

http://www.the-exponent.com/argument-for/

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8c2ec201_Argument_For____The_Exponent__rgument_For_Women_s_Ordination

[Argument For Women’s Suffrage] It is argued that all women do not wish to vote. The same argument applied to men: for it has become common practice on election days to send conveyances for a large percent of the male voters, and many who go voluntarily do so from a sense of duty. Women, being more faithful to duty, will exercise their right of franchise and do it cheerfully; besides, their presence on such occasions will make the whole occasion more enjoyable as well as a guaranty that everything will be carried on respectably.

It is argued that all women do not wish to have the priesthood. The same argument applied to men: for it has become common practice for it to be hard to find home teachers willing to visit families and be available for prieshood blessings, and many who go volunarily do so from a sense of duty. Women, being more faithful to duty, will exercise their right of franchise and do it cheerfully; besides, their presense on such occasions as baptisms and baby’s blessings, will make the whole occasion more enjoyable as well as a guaranty that everything will be carried on respectably.

Argument For… | The Exponent

Argument For Women’s Ordination

http://www.the-exponent.com/argument-for/

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[Argument For Women’s Suffrage] Women who are in touch with public affairs are none the less womanly, but, on the contrary, they are better and more companionable wives, more interesting mothers, because they have a common interest with their sons.

Women who are in touch with church affairs are none the less womanly, but, on the contrary, they are better and more companionable wives, more interesting mothers, because they have a common interest with their sons.

Argument For… | The Exponent

Argument For Women’s Ordination

http://www.the-exponent.com/argument-for/

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8c2ec201_Argument_For____The_Exponent__rgument_For_Women_s_Ordination

[Argument For Women’s Suffrage] The time was thought that to allow a girl a high school education would ruin her morals, destroy her religion, impair her health, make her more masculine, and take away her desire to be a good wife and mother. Such theories are long since exploded, and, as we have progressed in these matters, let us progress in reference to suffrage; let us show the saloon element, the gambling element, the selfish element (for these are the opponents of women’s suffrage) that this great state of California is really a progressive state in every way.

The time was thought that to allow a girl suffrage would ruin her morals, destroy her religion, impare her health, maker her more masculine, and take away her desire to be a good wife and mother. Such theories are long since exploded, and, as we have progressed in these matters, let us progress in reference to priesthood; let us show that this great Church is really a living and true church in every way.

Argument For… | The Exponent

Argument For Women’s Ordination

http://www.the-exponent.com/argument-for/

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12e0b605_amaritan_woman___Nelima_s_blog__Samaritan_woman

[Nicodemus] He is a Jewish man [Samaritan woman]

She is a Samaritan woman

Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman | Nelima's blog

Samaritan woman

https://nelima.wordpress.com/2011/08/23/nicodemus-and-the-samaritan-woman/

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[Nicodemus] He is named [Samaritan woman]

She is anonymous

Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman | Nelima's blog

Samaritan woman

https://nelima.wordpress.com/2011/08/23/nicodemus-and-the-samaritan-woman/

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12e0b605_amaritan_woman___Nelima_s_blog__Samaritan_woman

[Nicodemus] He is socially respectable [Samaritan woman]

She is a social outcast

Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman | Nelima's blog

Samaritan woman

https://nelima.wordpress.com/2011/08/23/nicodemus-and-the-samaritan-woman/

28/1438042990112.92_20150728002310-00013-ip-10-236-191-2_868643216_0.json

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[Nicodemus] He seeks Jesus out at night [Samaritan woman]

Jesus seeks her out at noon

Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman | Nelima's blog

Samaritan woman

https://nelima.wordpress.com/2011/08/23/nicodemus-and-the-samaritan-woman/

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[Nicodemus] Jesus does not fully reveal Himself to him [Samaritan woman]

Jesus clearly tells her He is the Messiah

Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman | Nelima's blog

Samaritan woman

https://nelima.wordpress.com/2011/08/23/nicodemus-and-the-samaritan-woman/

28/1438042990112.92_20150728002310-00013-ip-10-236-191-2_868643216_0.json

12e0b605_amaritan_woman___Nelima_s_blog__Samaritan_woman

[Nicodemus] He hides his belief [Samaritan woman]

She tells the whole town

Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman | Nelima's blog

Samaritan woman

https://nelima.wordpress.com/2011/08/23/nicodemus-and-the-samaritan-woman/

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12e0b605_amaritan_woman___Nelima_s_blog__Samaritan_woman

[Nicodemus] He misunderstands ‘being born again’ [Samaritan woman]

She misunderstands ‘living water’

Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman | Nelima's blog

Samaritan woman

https://nelima.wordpress.com/2011/08/23/nicodemus-and-the-samaritan-woman/

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[Story Title] "I received a great grace from God" [Name] Marco Boni [Locale] Rome, Italy [Former Religion] Catholic (Member) [Convert Story Highlight]

Former Religion: In the light of this truth, I asked where the Catholic Church draws the origin of the teaching regarding the so-called Trinity. He read two passages from the book "Discourses on the Apostles Creed" written by a Catholic priest in which it says that in the Council of Nicaea, in 325 A.D., the Catholic Church defined that it was an article of faith that Jesus Christ is God; and in the Council of Constantinople, in 381 A.D., that the Holy Spirit is God. There are no biblical bases of the teaching of the so-called Trinity. This fact made me deeply upset, so much that I asked a priest whom I recognized then for an explanation. But rather than answering me in a calm manner, he was outraged and sent me away. Iglesia ni Cristo: Any question I asked him he answered by reading verses in the Bible, never in his own words and neither did he pronounce the prophetic sentence of the Catholic priests that it is a "mystery of the faith"! One of the doctrines that touched me deeply is the truth regarding God and Jesus Christ who, according to some religions are one, but in the Bible, they are two and are entirely different. . . . . What determined my choice to become a member of the Church of Christ was when I asked Brother Santos to show me where in the Bible we can read that Jesus Christ is not God. He took by hand the Bible and read to me different verses, among which are: John 17:3, John 20:17, and I Timothy 2:5. These verses left me surprised, especially John 20:17 wherein Jesus Christ makes clear that He is not God. Convert Story-15 Click here to read full story

Iglesia ni Cristo Converts, Conversion, Convert Stories in Europe

Convert Story Highlight

http://www.studyiglesianicristo.com/Converts/convert-stories-europe.html

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[Story Title] "A totally new experience for me" [Name] Rory Johnstone [Locale] England, United Kingdom - Tokyo, Japan [Former Religion] No religious affiliation [Convert Story Highlight]

Former situation: I had no prior religious affiliation. I neither had sets of religious beliefs nor made any attempt to avail myself of the teaching of the Holy Scriptures. I was born to a typical English family in England whose religion is called Church of England. Until now, I am still not sure what this means. But one thing I realized was that it is not the true faith. I have now lived and worked in Tokyo, Japan for one and a half years. Last year was a time in my life which proved very difficult. My father was diagnosed as having a terminal illness—. My wife and my son returned to the United Kingdom after a turbulent period which resulted in a divorce. On the other hand, my job required me to work almost twenty four hours a day. Because of these, I felt very low and dejected, often contemplating on my life and its severity. Over the past few years, I felt there was something missing in my life. I have never felt self-satisfaction. I don’t remember praying or consciously asking for help. Iglesia ni Cristo: One day, I unexpectedly met a Church of Christ member from Kowloon Locale in Hongkong. She invited me to attend the worship service the next evening. . . . During the worship service, I observed that there were no graven images. I thought I was in the wrong place. However, the solemnity of the worship service made me feel very humble—the segregation of the male and female worshippers, the uplifting hymns, the formality and respect of the offerings, the honest message delivered by the resident minister, and above all, the sincerity of the highly spiritual prayers. I felt very different. It was totally new and unexpected. Before returning to Tokyo, I attended one more worship service and was handed a pamphlet entitled, Introducing the Iglesia ni Cristo. I read the said pamphlet with a great deal of interest and referred to an old Bible. I checked the quoted references, all of which I found to be true. This was something that has always made me feel secure—the pureness of the Church and her sheer observance of the Holy Scriptures. . . . . . I found our Bible study very enlightening. The truth about the Catholic Church and her teachings was equally astonishing. I learned the true way of attaining salvation. I also continued with my Bible study, attending worship services twice a week until I was finally baptized in Ibaraki, Japan. I have always felt how refreshing it is to be able to find a true and a unique Church in today’s world of false prophets. I can now stand up with certainty that the Church I entered is the one and only true Church. I am now able to cope with life’s trials and tribulations. I can always find solace and peace in our loving Father. Convert Story-30 Click here to read full story

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[Story Title] "I thank God for calling me" [Name] Karl Metzinger [Locale] Vienna, Austria [Former Religion] Catholic [Convert Story Highlight]

Former Religion: I WAS BAPTIZED into the Catholic Church in the same way as my parents, grandparents, and most of the people in Austria were baptized. During my school days, I attended the mass and other religious activities regularly. . . . I believed then, that I was worshipping the true God so I did not realize that I was following man-made teachings like worshipping images. . . . . At the age of 21, I stopped attending religious activities because of my ambition to get into sports. . . . My mind was no longer set on reaching that most important goal—being prepared for the second coming of Christ on Judgment Day. For many years, I wandered away from “salvation’s path” and lived without hope until one daysomethingsomethinghunexpected appeneddto my life.my life. Iglesia ni Cristo: In June 1991, I took a trip to the Philippines where I met Airen Borlagadan. I was so impressed by her kindness that I kept her address before I left the country. . . . After a few days, I wrote a letter to her. Coincidentally, I also received a letter from her. In her letters, she asked me about my religion and she also told me that she is a member of the Iglesia ni Cristo or Church of Christ. She emphasized that this is the true religion where God commanded people to enter. So If I wanted to learn more about her religion, she would be glad to invite me to go to her church with her and her family. At that time, it does not really matter to me, which church one belongs, as long as he leads a Christian way of life. But later on, I changed my mind and finally decided to inquire into the teachings of her church, the Iglesia ni Cristo, with her assistance. . . . . When I returned to the Philippines to visit Airen in March 1992, I attended my first worship service in her church and the solemnness of the occasion gave me a good feeling. I had never felt this before. One thing I noticed was the deep devotion of the worshippers. I was also impressed with the way the minister expounded the teachings written in the Bible. Moreover, the brotherhood and the unity among the members (as I learned later) made me interested to learn more about the Church of Christ. Convert Story-33 Click here to read full story

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[Story Title] "I am now part of the Lord’s Church" [Name] Marcel Voshol [Locale] Dordrecht, Netherlands [Former Religion] Protestant [Convert Story Highlight]

Former Religion: Although I was born a Protestant, I never went to church. When I reached the age of 20, I started to wonder and think about what would happen to me when I die. It was then that I started to become interested in religion. There are so many different churches in the Netherlands but for some reasons I never attended any of their worship services. Iglesia ni Cristo: I agreed to go and what I saw really surprised me. There were so many people in one place listening to a man preaching about God. It was really a different experience seeing all those people. . . . Attending worship service soon became my next goal. Dressed up in my best clothes, we went to the place of worship—a huge worship building situated at the center of Cebu City. Inside the building of worship, I was surprised to see the men and women sitting separately. I was ushered to the next seat vacant and waited for the start of the worship service. During the worship service, something different happened to me. While I was listening to the lesson, I experienced a strange, indescribable feeling—as if I felt a gentle, invisible hand on my right shoulder. From that moment on, I knew in my heart that I had found the true religion, the Church of Christ. Convert Story-34 Click here to read full story

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[Story Title] "I gained more than what I lost" [Name] Marzia Bangrazi [Locale] Rome, Italy [Former Religion] Catholic [Convert Story Highlight]

Former Religion: I was an active member of the Roman Catholic Church. At that time, I was already separated from my husband and was struggling hard in taking care of my two kids on my own. Iglesia ni Cristo: Sister Lory persuaded and convinced me to attend the instruction in biblical doctrines in their area, knowing that if I would join the Church and serve the true God, I would find solace for my sufferings. . . . I was so eager to learn the doctrines of the Bible and so I didn’t hesitate to ask everyone many questions. Since then, my close friends and even my relatives had started to change their attitude toward me. But in spite of the fact that they were against what I was doing, I continued attending doctrinal instruction and worship services. During the course of my joining the Church, I encountered hindrances and heavy persecutions; many of my relatives and friends disowned me because of my decision to join the Church. It was my faith in God and conviction to serve Him that made me strong enough to overcome these things. Convert Story-35 Click here to read full story

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[Story Title] "Now I feel God in my life" [Name] Gregor Stuckert [Locale] Erlenbach, Germany [Former Religion] Catholic [Convert Story Highlight]

Former Religion: Since childhood, my mother would accompany my brother and sisters and me to attend the Catholic Mass on Sundays. . . . At the age of 12, I told my mother that I would no longer attend church services as I could not feel anything by doing so—I could not feel God. . . . She asked me to go on attending if only for her sake. I agreed but I attended only twice a year and this was during Christmas and Good Friday of the Holy Week. . . . At that young age I already had a lot of questions about so many things concerning my religion. I asked myself why I was baptized as a baby when I could not yet answer for myself. Another big question in my mind was on the doctrine of celibacy. I could not understand why the priests were not allowed to marry when they have all the right to do so. I asked myself why. Iglesia ni Cristo: My first attendance in the Iglesia ni Cristp worship service was at Frankfurt Locale sometime in February of 1989. Many things attracted my attention—how the deacons and deaconesses were formally dressed, the seating arrangement that separated the men from the women, and the solemn atmosphere. I sat down and observed for a while until I, like the others, closed my eyes and prayed. At that moment, I felt something that I have never felt before. It was an overwhelming feeling that I could not describe. . . . When the minister started to preach, some of the questions that have lingered in my mind since age 12 were answered one by one. After having attended the worship service, I felt I needed to know more about this Church. There was also this invisible force that seemed like a hand guiding me to attend again and again. For the first time in my life, I found what I was looking for—a peaceful relationship with God. Convert Story-37 Click here to read full story

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[Islam] Views it as largely corrupt, but accepts portions. [mormonism] Views it as largely corrupt, but accepts the KJV Bible “insofar as it is translated correctly.” [ISSUE]

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[Islam] Strong overall sense: believes Islam will spread throughout the world and ultimately dominate. [mormonism] Strong overall sense: believes Mormonism will spread throughout the world. [ISSUE]

Religious Destiny

Are Mormons and Muslims Apples and Oranges? - Christian Research Institute

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[Islam] Experienced power struggles and confusion; smaller sect followed descendants of the prophet. [mormonism] Experienced uncertainty regarding successor; smaller sect followed descendants of the prophet. [ISSUE]

Division afterDeath of Founder

Are Mormons and Muslims Apples and Oranges? - Christian Research Institute

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[Islam] Human beings are basically good. Biblical atonement is not needed. [mormonism] Human beings are basically good. Atonement allows the opportunity to become gods. [ISSUE]

Human Condition

Are Mormons and Muslims Apples and Oranges? - Christian Research Institute

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[Islam] Muhammad received angelic revelations (and other) revelations. [mormonism] Joseph Smith received angelic (and other) revelations. [ISSUE]

Origins

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