Islam, Buddism, Hindusim, and etc. are also religions on the uprise that seek to supplant true Christian faith. There are also a lot of other “isms” out there on the move against Christianity. But for those of us who are enlightened, perhaps we should just realize that these forces in the world are directed by “the prince of the Power of the…[Read more]

OLD TESTAMENT DEVELOPEMENT OF John 3: CONT'DI waned to add a another note before we continue: There's a lot other things that the Bible says about being born again in the New Testament. Sometimes, the emphasis is not on regeneration, but rather a “new man” disposition, that is, holy character.Because of the presence of God's spirit and His Word…[Read more]

Ezekial 37:11 -14: (CONT'D)”Then He said to me, “Son of man, these bones are the whole house of Israel; behold, they say, 'Oour bones are dried up and our hope has perished. We are completely cut off.' “Therefore, prophesy ad say to them, 'Thus says the Lord GOD, “Behold, I will open your graves and cause you to come up out of your graves, My…[Read more]

(CONT'D from Pg. 36) OLD TESTAMENT DEVELOPEMENT OF John 3:1-12; I have some additional insight relating to John 3 that should be shared before moving on. John 3:3-5: “Jesus answered and said to him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God”. Nicodemas said unto him, 'How can a man be born when he…[Read more]

OLD TESTAMENT DEVELOPEMENT OF JOHN 3:1-12 Before examaning Ezekial 37, I thought it might be in order at this point explain how the scriptures portray vivid associations of water and spirit being symbolically related to salvation. The first miracle God performed for His people after their deliverance from Egypt was to turn bitter water – and…[Read more]

Dear IM4Truth-Having considered your objection my posting here, may ask you explain how is it that the topic of the New Birth is unrelated to Biblical covenants???Isaiah 55:3: “Incline your ear, and come to Me. Hear, and your soul shall live, And I will make an everlasting covenant with you – the sure mercies of David.” From what I see in the…[Read more]

Hey Mandy!Yeah, I stole every bit of this info. from the Truth or Tradition site. (Glad Tidings is Pat..Ha! I changed my username.)Anyway, I'm GLAD your are here, and I'm looking forward to your comments.

(Continued from “Truth or Tradition” section “Jesus the name Baptizing” page 4942 – and all.The scriptures of the Old Testament beautifully develope the concept of the new birth that Jesus spoke of so often.In John chapter 3, Jesus expected Nicodemas (who was a Pharisee & teacher of the Law) to understand these concepts as he spoke of them.…[Read more]

(Continued from “Truth or Tradition” section “Jesus the name Baptizing” page 4942 – and all.The scriptures of the Old Testament beautifully develope the concept of the new birth that Jesus spoke of so often.In John chapter 3, Jesus expected Nicodemas (who was a Pharisee & teacher of the Law) to understand these concepts as he spoke of them.…[Read more]

942 & Anybody else interested participating in the recent posts about John chapter 3 (concerning being born again). WJ has a point…It looks like this post topic has become unrelated to baptism, so, I moving my next few postings over the the “scripture & doctrine section dealing with covenants… Hope to see you there!

942 & Anybody else interested participating in the recent posts about John chapter 3 (concerning being born again). WJ has a point…It looks like this post topic has become unrelated to baptism, so, I moving my next few postings over the the “scripture & doctrine section dealing with covenants… Hope to see you there!

A question about interpretation: John Chapter 3.Jesus fully expected Nicodemas to understand what he was saying about being born again in this section of scripture; in fact, he was surprised that Nicodemas didn't. What did Nicodemas have to go on in order for him to understand the concepts that Jesus was articulating? At that time, I do not…[Read more]

Also, bear in mind, even though God has made awesome promises to His people (that is, to Abraham's seed , it's all by Grace. On two occassions, the angelic greeting to Mary included that fact that she had found favor with God. The basis of her being encouraged was that “The Lord was with her” which is also equal to the saying: “Thou hast found…[Read more]

Hey Mandy,I'll be praying for your desire to start or find a fellowship in your area. By theway, I changed my username (as you can see). 942- I've really enjoyed reading and considering your recent posts. Thanks for your insights on John 3 and baptism.It makes sense in what you are saying about being born of the water, inferring that it is being…[Read more]