Definitely agree and great example with differences with Catholicism and Protestant -I have seen this be an issue when it comes to children and the topic of baptism, confirmation etc. Also, if you are a Protestant and considering on dating a Catholic, which as you said can work, I consider really getting to know that person and their spiritual practices(theirs and their family which is how he/she was brought up). It's ashame, but I'm afraid that catholicism has been used as a sort of cover up or mask of religions that are of ocult practices that are culturally based. Not everything is what it seems at a glance, and as the Bible says, not everyone who says Lord, Lord will enter into heaven (Matthew 7:21). So, I say, whether be it Catholic or Protestant, research, observe, listen and pray...and pray, then pray again, before you bind yourself to that person (it's a challenge when your attracted but it's not worth the avoidable suffering ).
Rose Morales Good word. But that's a two way street. (I'm not Catholic, I'm a conservative evangelical) but growing up evangelical, I know many cradle Christians that claim to be evangelical Christians who use it as a mask... they're family is "Wesleyan" or "Baptist" but they haven't attended church for years.... or they really don't know the Gospel. We all need to be cautious.
I’m still confused about tier 2 differences. As protestant Christians, do we not consider the worship of saints and the Virgin Mary from Catholic Christians as idolatry? If this is so, then, how are we not unequally yoked in a relationship, whether that be dating or marriage? Because here, I could see a real possibility of missionary dating, which is very dangerous I feel and even selfish, which is scary to consider. I recently converted to protestant Christianity so many of my thoughts and ideas are still quite new, and I’m still making sense of much knowledge that comes my way in this new light.
It definitely is idolatry and there is no way to reconcile it Also, there is no such thing as missionary dating. The only fruit of that type of disobedience is heartbreak.
This is my problem, because I believe in the Sabbath(the seventh day) and that we should honor the sabbath, which is hard, since he worships in Sunday and I don't know if I'm willing to give up the seventh day sabbath for this
julien jean muller yes, I decided it wasn’t worth it for other reasons as well as this and honestly I just have to remember that there are so many other people in the world that I can be with. Also, asking God and figuring out for yourself if the individual situation is worth it and is manageable for you personally and your future
Mine is opposite. He's Adventist and I was born Presbyterian. I have no intentions of becoming Adventist and I have issues with some of the teachings as far as my children are concerned.
Hey Mark and everyone that's seeing this, currently i'm on the Catholicism and Protestant situation, me being the Protestant and her being the Catholic, to be honest, we connect on a lot of things, our personalities, tastes and etc. But mostly, I can see that she's a true Christian. We've been friends for about 2/3 years, we graduated on highschool together and now we're going to college together ( not on the same one tough ), but when we were on the last year of the highschool I started to see her differently, but to be honest I never gave much attention since I didnt realize that. But now here I am on the first year of college realizing that and truthfully being like "oh no". But jokes aside I was ( still am ) taking this very, very, veryyyy cautious about this. And for those on the same situation, praying to God and seeing His signals is the best way to truly know if it's His will or not. If it's His will then don't worry, eventually it will work out. It's hard to keep having faith while things looks like it won't work? Yes, and saying its hard won't be enough to describe. But it's also a way to not only be patient, but mostly to get closer with God. Sorry for the big text, but I felt like I needed to write this here, God bless to everyone that read all of this.
I think about this sometimes hehe The guys I see like "he could be..." are not from the same denomination that I am. I'm Presbyterian, lean to Calvinism, and my male friends (those who can have this kind of potential) are more like arminians... But I don't think it's a primary issue :) I'd congregate in another church like Baptist happily, but not sure about a Pentecostal church
I’m a nondenominational (closest to baptist) Protestant and I’m dating someone of the Eastern Orthodox Church. I think we’re really compatible in a lot of ways like personality, vision for the future and how important faith is for us. I am concerned about some of our differences in beliefs though, mostly the belief in transubstantiation, the inclusion of saints/Mary in prayer, I’m not entirely understanding why icons are important and what seems like an emphasis on tradition and church doctrine - the last bit not being a bad thing as long as it doesn’t trump your personal relationship with God and Bible. I don’t know much about Eastern Orthodoxy, I’ve really only started to read about it a bit since I’ve been dating him. If there is anyone out there that could give be a bit of advice and maybe someone who knows more about orthodoxy and could share their understanding I would be very grateful!
Is differences in opinion of whether a pastor should tithe or not a tier 2 or tier 3? Whether tier 2 or tier 3 is this not going to cause problems in marriage especially if the husband is the spouse who does not believe in giving tithes from what he earns as a pastor?
Great video Mark - do you have a video looking more closely on the tier 2 differences and in particular dating someone from another church? Do you also cover anything about attending different churches (which I would think is NOT ideal)?
Helpful video Mark, as always :) I'm currently in a interdenominational dating relationship, where I've been brought up in a Lutheran church, whereas she's more of the charismatic/pentecostal type. I would love to hear your thoughts on what I believe might be a 2-tier issue of ours. My girlfriend brought up verse 14 there, in 1 Cor 7, to argue *against* child baptism (as I've grown up with and been performed on) - and more in favor of a self-chosen baptism for when one is a bit older and can accept Jesus into ones life freely - since, as this verse shows in her opinion, "children are holy and don't need to be baptized." No need to spend too much of your time replying to this, but any help or input is appreciated :) - a 21 yo Norwegian having followed you for around a year now
@@nooby165 hey man! I have definitely thought more about this, yes, as I am about to marry the girl with a more charismatic/pentecostal background. And for sure! I'm all ears!
@@nooby165 Well thank you for saying so 😊 I do feel like she's a gift from God, so all glory to Him! I did think about this a lot, and also have talked to others (as well as the girl herself) about this - so it's not like something put on ice I would say. But I guess I'm a bit of an over-analyzer, so I often like to hear alllllll advice and things one should've thought about before making a decision (which I guess has its ups and downs). So, it's true that in a sense I have made up my mind that I want to marry this girl, and I think there's very little that could convince me otherwise - but because of what I mentioned above, I guess I'm always welcoming challenges to my conviction (as I believe truth withstands all scrutiny). So if you have anything you think might be of relevance to me/us, you're more than welcome to share 😊 And oh 😂 Good to hear I guessed it first then - and oh cool, which country? 😊
@@nooby165 thank you so much for your perspective on baptism!! Very helpful, as I've been thinking about these issues quite a lot. It made much sense what you said, and I believe it's true what you're saying! Og jättekul! (hvis det er riktig å si haha.) Jeg hadde faktisk tippet Sverige hvis jeg skulle tippet fra bare navnet 😉 Guds velsignelse! Og tack så mycket igjen 😊😊
@@nooby165 Well I'm very happy to hear it was worth writing 😊 I was kinda waiting for DanielApologetics here on UA-cam to make a video about it (since I like him and he said he would make a video on the topic), but now I feel like I don't have to wait for that video as much anymore 🙌 Hahhah, vel jeg tenkte "hmm okei.. earthling - så det må være noen som liker jorden eller naturen 🤔 Hvilke Skandinaver er mest glad i natur (og utenom norsk, siden du hadde fått med deg at jeg var skandinaver, og siden du ikke sa 'fellow Norwegian' men 'fellow Scandinavian')? Jo det må vel være svensken det!" 😅 Men va bra at jag kunne prata lite svenska (men min svensk er også ganske dårlig vil jeg tro haha) 😂 Jeg forsto deg jo helt da, så du var ikke så dårlig ;) Men takk så mye for det min mann, og Guds velsignelse og alt det beste der borte hos deg også! 🙌
I watched this video and I’m not sure if it helped, but here is my question. Can a Baptist date a person from International Christian Church. Like I believe that water baptism doesn’t save you, while International Christian Church believes that being baptized is a process of salvation or a requirement. We both have different beliefs of process of salvation. For me, salvation is through the blood of JesusChrist and you don’t need baptism to be saved while baptism is an order or commandment. On the other hand, she believes that no it’s not just a commandment and it’s a way for washing of sins. To become new.
My church is classified as non denominational. My girlfriends is free will baptist. We don’t have any differences in beliefs and our churches teach the same things. But she will not even try mine because it’s not classified as free will baptist. Any advice?
Baptists often seem to hold that kind of attitude, believe me, I am one(however I have broken out of that mindset, and currently attend an E-Free church[basically same beliefs, very minor differences]) Most baptists I know are very stubborn when it comes to their denomination, however if you can have a conversation where you methodically lay out what each of you believe, I bet you can show her that it's a difference in name, not theology. Besides, what will it hurt to listen to just one sermon from your church(especially if they are genuinely the same theologically), unless she is that insecure in her own denomination? For instance, while I disagree with Catholics on a lot, I still love to hear what the have to say, and it can shed light on my own beliefs as well. I still remain confident in my own beliefs despite hearing opposition.
YES!! If they don't believe the bible is the Word of God then they would be walking in spiritual darkness..they would be living a life of sin and be distant from.God
General Bible inerrancy disagreements even with the awareness of the analyses of ancient scripts and copies of scripts. Picking and choosing what is sin and what is not sin. Not like the tier 2 example you gave as the woman pastor. I'm referring to disagreeance on sexual immorality (fornication, homosexual sex, etc) as sin/error and basic commandments. Tier 1 or Tier 2? I believe Tier 1.
I don't think those things make someone not a Christian. Those things however do show that both partners are living on two different moral plains. It would never work
@@amecamusic9399Yep. What makes someone a saved is believing that Jesus Christ is the son of God and is God therefore living in now, and asking Jesus Christ to saved them from Hell fire for eternity. Sealed for eternity...with nothing but the blood of Jesus, assured of salvation Marrying a brother or sister that is not in fellowship with God by still doing these things is most likely not advisable or wise. 1 Corinthians 5:11. If we're not supposed to eat with a saved brother (or sister) that does these things. How are we expected to marry a person?
Of course God will forgive you ;) #GODISLOVE Jesus died on the cross .. which means all your sins now and forever are all forgiven... there's no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus... but that doesn't mean it's okay to continue to sin knowing that for your own self and for the love of God you don't sin because you want to do the will of God... just read your Bible get closer to God learn God's will for your life and pray and ask him to give you the strength to stop whatever it is you're doing.. and he will do it God bless you💗
I’m a Protestant and I believe it’s necessary for Christians to pray in tongues but the guy I like is a Catholic, he can’t speak in tongues nor does he think it’s necessary. I know he’s genuinely saved but because of his spiritual upbringing in his church, he seems more of lukewarm to me. Should I walk away or try finding a middle ground?
What if my boyfriend and I have different visions for the future? I want to serve people that suffer from depression and all kinds of mental disorder by sharing the gospel to them. God gave me a clear vision for this ministry. The guy I started dating said he wants to farm and make a town to serve christian couples. I respect his thoughts, but somehow....as I was hearing his goals...it did not fit in with the vision I received from God. We just dated for a week and I see a huge difference here. Dont know what to do.
Now I’m by no means an expert, but unless you plan to travel to do what you want to do, couldn’t it be a possibility that he starts the town like he wants, and you could maybe get a building in the town to do your work? Or work in a nearby town or something
Very old comment, I know but I would say that a Calvinist and Arminian, no way! Soteriology has a profound impact the way your beliefs and faith is expressed. However, if we are talking about someone who believes in the perseverance of the saints, but not predestination, marrying a Five Point Calvinist, its a possibility.
Thanks for the great video Mark! Catholicism is a sect of Christianity. There are also eastern orthodox Christians as well. I thought I’d put that out there.
As a Catholic I would disagree but from my perspective it seems like every "non-denominational Christian" church is their own sect with varying beliefs. I'm curious how those Christians feel about each other's churches because it seems very non-unified and unsettling.
@@DeviantSpark1 as a Presbyterian, I agree. Denominations are great because they have more power and influence in a society because of unity. Of course, that unity is impossible so thats why there are different traditions. However, it seems nondenominationals have given up on that unity and just want to do their own thing. It's a shame because they are bringing so many people to Christ. If every nondenominational church joined a denomination, the impact they would have would be incredible.
"If you don't believe in the TRINITY, you're not a Christian"? Which verse in the bible, book, chapter and verse mentions you have to believe in a TRINITY to be a Christian, ? LOL From Genesis to Revelations, the God of the bible is one absolute LORD & KING. (Deut 6:4, Zech 14:9/ 1 Tim 1:17) People often confuse the titles of Father, Son & Holy Ghost to mean 3 separate persons but the bible never refers to God as a trinity of persons inside it. The bible does talk about the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. These 3 titles are essential to understanding God's work of redemption. God (YHWH) is our Father in parental relationship. This God who is our Father is a Spirit being. (Jn 4:24). As a Spirit, he alone is the Holy One of Israel. (Is.45:11) Hence the Holy Ghost is our Father himself in his spiritual nature. These 2 titles are not separate persons of a man-made trinity. When man sinned, as a Spirit God needed to shed real blood for our atonement. God became a man, (Is. 63:5) the Spirit came in a human body, the Word (God himself) was made flesh. The King became a servant, The Lion came as a Lamb. & finally the Father became a Son for our sakes (Is.9:6) JESUS means "YHWH is our salvation". JESUS is the Father eternally. (see Is. 45:21-24/ Zech 12:10/ Jn 14:9) JESUS is the human sacrifice for our redemption as the SON. JESUS is the Holy Ghost, "Christ in me the Hope of Glory". Are there are 3 persons inside us? NO. Jesus is in us through his own Spirit. (Rom 8:9) What about "In the name of the Father, Son & Holy Ghost"? are these 3 names or ONE NAME? - It's the name of JESUS in Acts 2:38. Look at Acts 4:12, there's only one name under heaven for our salvation. The TRINITY was a man-made concept from Pagan Rome to deceive God's children. You cannot serve more than one Master. Period!
You're actually answering yourself. Idk how others define the Holy Trinity. But it is a single entity identified into three. God The Father (who Jesus Christ is in constant communication with throughout His life on earth), Jesus Christ Himself, and The Holy Ghost (whom Jesus' said He left us with as He ascended to heaven). When you look at the trinity the purpose isn't to see them as seperate beings. The point is that they are one. One force with one purpose and having one will. It's God Himself, in 3 persons but still one being. I was so confused about the Holy Trinity for so long until I prayed over it and asked for clarity. And you're right, The Holy Ghost is the Spirit of Christ which makes them one. Otherwise He could've just simply said "I am remaining behind as a Spirit". Biblical wording is so important because God is intentional. He wouldn't have anything included in the Bible that was a contradiction or that was meant to confuse. What God's word says is what it is. If Jesus says Him and the Father are one, they are one. If Jesus says He left us the Holy Spirit. He didn't say my spirit, he didn't say my father's spirit, but merely The Holy Spirit...the same Spirit of God that hovered the naked expanse of the world before creation..........then that is what it is. We use these three names interchangeably but we know what function each has. God is creator, Jesus is redeemer, Holy Spirit is guide and advocate BUT ALL ARE ONE. Anyway, if at all you're bothered to, pray over it and earnestly ask God to clarify that...He never turns us away when we seek His truth. I hope any of what I said makes sense 😅
@@traceydumase Thanks for taking time out to respond.. I'd like to know if you really did read my comment well coz I have done yours... Can you shed some light on what do you mean by "the 3 are one" One what ? Individual? Person? Saying "one being" is misleading coz the Bible goes beyond that & refers to God as a singular "person" in Hebrews 1:3... Thanks in advance..
There's more to Christianity than believing in Jesus's death burial and Resurrection. Christians- followers of Christ, believers, saints, *saved. Christianity is also believing in Jesus Christ's blood sacrifice for to pay the debt, penalty, of sin. And since him being resurrected from the dead we are likewise freed from the power of sin with. Jesus had said on the cross, "it is finshed", and so death and sin is conquered by Jesus. Those who believe in that and the Lord Jesus is *saved. Jesus alone is the forgiver of sins. (1 John 1:9) Jesus is the way the truth and the life. no man can get to God the Father but by him. Romans 3:11; 3:23; 10:9-10; 5:8, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 11:6, John 14:6. Now When we pray, we need to pray to God (Philippians 4:6-7). And since Jesus is the way, that he's actually God, (John 1:1-3; 14) We should pray in his name. Beliefs against all this would be in tier one.
Finding this video was harder than I thought. I'm glad I came across it. Probably the only direct video on the topic on UA-cam.
Definitely agree and great example with differences with Catholicism and Protestant -I have seen this be an issue when it comes to children and the topic of baptism, confirmation etc. Also, if you are a Protestant and considering on dating a Catholic, which as you said can work, I consider really getting to know that person and their spiritual practices(theirs and their family which is how he/she was brought up). It's ashame, but I'm afraid that catholicism has been used as a sort of cover up or mask of religions that are of ocult practices that are culturally based. Not everything is what it seems at a glance, and as the Bible says, not everyone who says Lord, Lord will enter into heaven (Matthew 7:21). So, I say, whether be it Catholic or Protestant, research, observe, listen and pray...and pray, then pray again, before you bind yourself to that person (it's a challenge when your attracted but it's not worth the avoidable suffering ).
Rose Morales Good word. But that's a two way street. (I'm not Catholic, I'm a conservative evangelical) but growing up evangelical, I know many cradle Christians that claim to be evangelical Christians who use it as a mask... they're family is "Wesleyan" or "Baptist" but they haven't attended church for years.... or they really don't know the Gospel. We all need to be cautious.
Avery Rothleutner You are absolutely right, it is a 2 way street, and being cautious is key.
Great video, Mark! The volume has been a little low on the last few videos. God Bless.
Thanks for the heads up on the volume. I filmed one week a bunch of videos with bad volume so hopefully going forward it will be better :)
I’m still confused about tier 2 differences. As protestant Christians, do we not consider the worship of saints and the Virgin Mary from Catholic Christians as idolatry? If this is so, then, how are we not unequally yoked in a relationship, whether that be dating or marriage? Because here, I could see a real possibility of missionary dating, which is very dangerous I feel and even selfish, which is scary to consider. I recently converted to protestant Christianity so many of my thoughts and ideas are still quite new, and I’m still making sense of much knowledge that comes my way in this new light.
It definitely is idolatry and there is no way to reconcile it
Also, there is no such thing as missionary dating. The only fruit of that type of disobedience is heartbreak.
This is my problem, because I believe in the Sabbath(the seventh day) and that we should honor the sabbath, which is hard, since he worships in Sunday and I don't know if I'm willing to give up the seventh day sabbath for this
I'm going through the same issue. I wish we could speak, cause I want to know how you managed that. If you ever read this comment one day. pls reply
julien jean muller yes, I decided it wasn’t worth it for other reasons as well as this and honestly I just have to remember that there are so many other people in the world that I can be with. Also, asking God and figuring out for yourself if the individual situation is worth it and is manageable for you personally and your future
Elle Kerbs thank you for your response
Mine is opposite. He's Adventist and I was born Presbyterian. I have no intentions of becoming Adventist and I have issues with some of the teachings as far as my children are concerned.
@@traceydumase I’m in same situation and am wondering if there’s a way to work it out
Great points to keep in mind 😊. Thank you Mark , i appreciate it . God bless
God bless you too!
Hey Mark and everyone that's seeing this, currently i'm on the Catholicism and Protestant situation, me being the Protestant and her being the Catholic, to be honest, we connect on a lot of things, our personalities, tastes and etc. But mostly, I can see that she's a true Christian.
We've been friends for about 2/3 years, we graduated on highschool together and now we're going to college together ( not on the same one tough ), but when we were on the last year of the highschool I started to see her differently, but to be honest I never gave much attention since I didnt realize that. But now here I am on the first year of college realizing that and truthfully being like "oh no". But jokes aside I was ( still am ) taking this very, very, veryyyy cautious about this.
And for those on the same situation, praying to God and seeing His signals is the best way to truly know if it's His will or not. If it's His will then don't worry, eventually it will work out. It's hard to keep having faith while things looks like it won't work? Yes, and saying its hard won't be enough to describe. But it's also a way to not only be patient, but mostly to get closer with God.
Sorry for the big text, but I felt like I needed to write this here, God bless to everyone that read all of this.
what about a non denominational traditional christian and a charismatic christian into the tongues and all?
I think about this sometimes hehe The guys I see like "he could be..." are not from the same denomination that I am. I'm Presbyterian, lean to Calvinism, and my male friends (those who can have this kind of potential) are more like arminians... But I don't think it's a primary issue :) I'd congregate in another church like Baptist happily, but not sure about a Pentecostal church
I agree, if you are more Calvinist a Pentecostal church would not work for you. There's just too many differences.
Maybe its another of the many reasons you might not want to be a calvinist.
great points Mark. thanks.
So glad you enjoyed it!
ApplyGodsWord.com/Mark Ballenger always, God has really blessed you as a teacher so well done.
GREAT video Mark!! It helps me a lot!!!! Thanks!💖 Blessings
Really needed to hear this. Thanks.
Thank you for the videos brother! God bless you!
My pleasure Kevin, God bless you too!
I’m a nondenominational (closest to baptist) Protestant and I’m dating someone of the Eastern Orthodox Church. I think we’re really compatible in a lot of ways like personality, vision for the future and how important faith is for us. I am concerned about some of our differences in beliefs though, mostly the belief in transubstantiation, the inclusion of saints/Mary in prayer, I’m not entirely understanding why icons are important and what seems like an emphasis on tradition and church doctrine - the last bit not being a bad thing as long as it doesn’t trump your personal relationship with God and Bible.
I don’t know much about Eastern Orthodoxy, I’ve really only started to read about it a bit since I’ve been dating him. If there is anyone out there that could give be a bit of advice and maybe someone who knows more about orthodoxy and could share their understanding I would be very grateful!
I was/am in this situation and i am the catholic one. Perhaps reading the book "Rome sweet Home" by Dr. Scott Hahn will be of good start...
Is differences in opinion of whether a pastor should tithe or not a tier 2 or tier 3? Whether tier 2 or tier 3 is this not going to cause problems in marriage especially if the husband is the spouse who does not believe in giving tithes from what he earns as a pastor?
Great stuff, thank you. 💕🦁
Great video Mark - do you have a video looking more closely on the tier 2 differences and in particular dating someone from another church? Do you also cover anything about attending different churches (which I would think is NOT ideal)?
Thanks mark, praise God! and see, for me he was a “Black Hebrew Israelite “ & I’m a Christian.
Run away!
Helpful video Mark, as always :) I'm currently in a interdenominational dating relationship, where I've been brought up in a Lutheran church, whereas she's more of the charismatic/pentecostal type. I would love to hear your thoughts on what I believe might be a 2-tier issue of ours. My girlfriend brought up verse 14 there, in 1 Cor 7, to argue *against* child baptism (as I've grown up with and been performed on) - and more in favor of a self-chosen baptism for when one is a bit older and can accept Jesus into ones life freely - since, as this verse shows in her opinion, "children are holy and don't need to be baptized."
No need to spend too much of your time replying to this, but any help or input is appreciated :)
- a 21 yo Norwegian having followed you for around a year now
@@nooby165 hey man! I have definitely thought more about this, yes, as I am about to marry the girl with a more charismatic/pentecostal background. And for sure! I'm all ears!
@@nooby165 or woman 😅 Guess I couldn't tell from your name
@@nooby165 Well thank you for saying so 😊 I do feel like she's a gift from God, so all glory to Him!
I did think about this a lot, and also have talked to others (as well as the girl herself) about this - so it's not like something put on ice I would say. But I guess I'm a bit of an over-analyzer, so I often like to hear alllllll advice and things one should've thought about before making a decision (which I guess has its ups and downs). So, it's true that in a sense I have made up my mind that I want to marry this girl, and I think there's very little that could convince me otherwise - but because of what I mentioned above, I guess I'm always welcoming challenges to my conviction (as I believe truth withstands all scrutiny).
So if you have anything you think might be of relevance to me/us, you're more than welcome to share 😊
And oh 😂 Good to hear I guessed it first then - and oh cool, which country? 😊
@@nooby165 thank you so much for your perspective on baptism!! Very helpful, as I've been thinking about these issues quite a lot. It made much sense what you said, and I believe it's true what you're saying!
Og jättekul! (hvis det er riktig å si haha.) Jeg hadde faktisk tippet Sverige hvis jeg skulle tippet fra bare navnet 😉 Guds velsignelse! Og tack så mycket igjen 😊😊
@@nooby165 Well I'm very happy to hear it was worth writing 😊 I was kinda waiting for DanielApologetics here on UA-cam to make a video about it (since I like him and he said he would make a video on the topic), but now I feel like I don't have to wait for that video as much anymore 🙌
Hahhah, vel jeg tenkte "hmm okei.. earthling - så det må være noen som liker jorden eller naturen 🤔 Hvilke Skandinaver er mest glad i natur (og utenom norsk, siden du hadde fått med deg at jeg var skandinaver, og siden du ikke sa 'fellow Norwegian' men 'fellow Scandinavian')? Jo det må vel være svensken det!" 😅 Men va bra at jag kunne prata lite svenska (men min svensk er også ganske dårlig vil jeg tro haha) 😂 Jeg forsto deg jo helt da, så du var ikke så dårlig ;) Men takk så mye for det min mann, og Guds velsignelse og alt det beste der borte hos deg også! 🙌
I watched this video and I’m not sure if it helped, but here is my question. Can a Baptist date a person from International Christian Church.
Like I believe that water baptism doesn’t save you, while International Christian Church believes that being baptized is a process of salvation or a requirement. We both have different beliefs of process of salvation. For me, salvation is through the blood of JesusChrist and you don’t need baptism to be saved while baptism is an order or commandment. On the other hand, she believes that no it’s not just a commandment and it’s a way for washing of sins. To become new.
I need help on this
So happy thanks 😊
No problem!
Do you think that a Calvinist and non Calvinist could get married? Why or why not?
Do you think a non denominational Christian and someone of the assyrian church of the east could work?
My church is classified as non denominational. My girlfriends is free will baptist. We don’t have any differences in beliefs and our churches teach the same things. But she will not even try mine because it’s not classified as free will baptist. Any advice?
Baptists often seem to hold that kind of attitude, believe me, I am one(however I have broken out of that mindset, and currently attend an E-Free church[basically same beliefs, very minor differences])
Most baptists I know are very stubborn when it comes to their denomination, however if you can have a conversation where you methodically lay out what each of you believe, I bet you can show her that it's a difference in name, not theology. Besides, what will it hurt to listen to just one sermon from your church(especially if they are genuinely the same theologically), unless she is that insecure in her own denomination? For instance, while I disagree with Catholics on a lot, I still love to hear what the have to say, and it can shed light on my own beliefs as well. I still remain confident in my own beliefs despite hearing opposition.
How can anyone as sincere and as knowledgeable as you obviously are be a Protestant?
What if a person said they don’t believe the Bible is God’s word, but they believe in Jesus. Would you say that is a Tier 1 issue?
Amanda Kate yes
Yes, Scriptural inerrancy is a Tier 1 issue.
YES!! If they don't believe the bible is the Word of God then they would be walking in spiritual darkness..they would be living a life of sin and be distant from.God
Great video. Thank you 🙏🏾
My pleasure!
General Bible inerrancy disagreements even with the awareness of the analyses of ancient scripts and copies of scripts. Picking and choosing what is sin and what is not sin. Not like the tier 2 example you gave as the woman pastor. I'm referring to disagreeance on sexual immorality (fornication, homosexual sex, etc) as sin/error and basic commandments. Tier 1 or Tier 2? I believe Tier 1.
I don't think those things make someone not a Christian. Those things however do show that both partners are living on two different moral plains. It would never work
@@amecamusic9399Yep. What makes someone a saved is believing that Jesus Christ is the son of God and is God therefore living in now, and asking Jesus Christ to saved them from Hell fire for eternity. Sealed for eternity...with nothing but the blood of Jesus, assured of salvation Marrying a brother or sister that is not in fellowship with God by still doing these things is most likely not advisable or wise.
1 Corinthians 5:11. If we're not supposed to eat with a saved brother (or sister) that does these things. How are we expected to marry a person?
Guys I need help I'm saved after I have been saved I have been wilfully sining please tell me god will forgive me for that I do not what to go to hell
Of course God will forgive you ;) #GODISLOVE Jesus died on the cross .. which means all your sins now and forever are all forgiven... there's no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus... but that doesn't mean it's okay to continue to sin knowing that for your own self and for the love of God you don't sin because you want to do the will of God... just read your Bible get closer to God learn God's will for your life and pray and ask him to give you the strength to stop whatever it is you're doing.. and he will do it God bless you💗
In addition to what’s been said already do research on stopping it and look at Bellangers book on king Davids repentance
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@@skkyjones7017 I read my bible ever night
This resource may help:
applygodsword.com/how-to-deal-with-repetitive-sin/
I’m a Protestant and I believe it’s necessary for Christians to pray in tongues but the guy I like is a Catholic, he can’t speak in tongues nor does he think it’s necessary. I know he’s genuinely saved but because of his spiritual upbringing in his church, he seems more of lukewarm to me. Should I walk away or try finding a middle ground?
If you are both serious about your faith and beliefs, I think you are too different to be together.
WOW!
What if my boyfriend and I have different visions for the future?
I want to serve people that suffer from depression and all kinds of mental disorder by sharing the gospel to them. God gave me a clear vision for this ministry. The guy I started dating said he wants to farm and make a town to serve christian couples. I respect his thoughts, but somehow....as I was hearing his goals...it did not fit in with the vision I received from God.
We just dated for a week and I see a huge difference here. Dont know what to do.
Now I’m by no means an expert, but unless you plan to travel to do what you want to do, couldn’t it be a possibility that he starts the town like he wants, and you could maybe get a building in the town to do your work? Or work in a nearby town or something
What did you end up doing in your relationship?
Would a charismatic Christian (Arminian) and a Calvinist work in a marriage? Or are those differences too big?
Very old comment, I know but I would say that a Calvinist and Arminian, no way! Soteriology has a profound impact the way your beliefs and faith is expressed. However, if we are talking about someone who believes in the perseverance of the saints, but not predestination, marrying a Five Point Calvinist, its a possibility.
Thanks for the great video Mark! Catholicism is a sect of Christianity.
There are also eastern orthodox Christians as well. I thought I’d put that out there.
As a Catholic I would disagree but from my perspective it seems like every "non-denominational Christian" church is their own sect with varying beliefs. I'm curious how those Christians feel about each other's churches because it seems very non-unified and unsettling.
@@DeviantSpark1 as a Presbyterian, I agree. Denominations are great because they have more power and influence in a society because of unity. Of course, that unity is impossible so thats why there are different traditions. However, it seems nondenominationals have given up on that unity and just want to do their own thing. It's a shame because they are bringing so many people to Christ. If every nondenominational church joined a denomination, the impact they would have would be incredible.
@@amecamusic9399 As a Catholic, I agree.
"If you don't believe in the TRINITY, you're not a Christian"?
Which verse in the bible, book, chapter and verse mentions you have to believe in a TRINITY to be a Christian, ? LOL
From Genesis to Revelations, the God of the bible is one absolute LORD & KING. (Deut 6:4, Zech 14:9/ 1 Tim 1:17)
People often confuse the titles of Father, Son & Holy Ghost to mean 3 separate persons but the bible never refers to God as a trinity of persons inside it. The bible does talk about the Father, Son and Holy Ghost.
These 3 titles are essential to understanding God's work of redemption.
God (YHWH) is our Father in parental relationship.
This God who is our Father is a Spirit being. (Jn 4:24).
As a Spirit, he alone is the Holy One of Israel. (Is.45:11)
Hence the Holy Ghost is our Father himself in his spiritual nature.
These 2 titles are not separate persons of a man-made trinity.
When man sinned, as a Spirit God needed to shed real blood for our atonement.
God became a man, (Is. 63:5)
the Spirit came in a human body,
the Word (God himself) was made flesh.
The King became a servant,
The Lion came as a Lamb.
& finally
the Father became a Son for our sakes (Is.9:6)
JESUS means "YHWH is our salvation".
JESUS is the Father eternally. (see Is. 45:21-24/ Zech 12:10/ Jn 14:9)
JESUS is the human sacrifice for our redemption as the SON.
JESUS is the Holy Ghost, "Christ in me the Hope of Glory".
Are there are 3 persons inside us? NO.
Jesus is in us through his own Spirit. (Rom 8:9)
What about "In the name of the Father, Son & Holy Ghost"? are these 3 names or ONE NAME?
- It's the name of JESUS in Acts 2:38. Look at Acts 4:12, there's only one name under heaven for our salvation.
The TRINITY was a man-made concept from Pagan Rome to deceive God's children. You cannot serve more than one Master. Period!
You're actually answering yourself. Idk how others define the Holy Trinity. But it is a single entity identified into three. God The Father (who Jesus Christ is in constant communication with throughout His life on earth), Jesus Christ Himself, and The Holy Ghost (whom Jesus' said He left us with as He ascended to heaven). When you look at the trinity the purpose isn't to see them as seperate beings. The point is that they are one. One force with one purpose and having one will. It's God Himself, in 3 persons but still one being. I was so confused about the Holy Trinity for so long until I prayed over it and asked for clarity. And you're right, The Holy Ghost is the Spirit of Christ which makes them one. Otherwise He could've just simply said "I am remaining behind as a Spirit". Biblical wording is so important because God is intentional. He wouldn't have anything included in the Bible that was a contradiction or that was meant to confuse. What God's word says is what it is. If Jesus says Him and the Father are one, they are one. If Jesus says He left us the Holy Spirit. He didn't say my spirit, he didn't say my father's spirit, but merely The Holy Spirit...the same Spirit of God that hovered the naked expanse of the world before creation..........then that is what it is. We use these three names interchangeably but we know what function each has. God is creator, Jesus is redeemer, Holy Spirit is guide and advocate BUT ALL ARE ONE. Anyway, if at all you're bothered to, pray over it and earnestly ask God to clarify that...He never turns us away when we seek His truth. I hope any of what I said makes sense 😅
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Thanks for taking time out to respond..
I'd like to know if you really did read my comment well coz I have done yours...
Can you shed some light on what do you mean by "the 3 are one"
One what ?
Individual?
Person?
Saying "one being" is misleading coz the Bible goes beyond that & refers to God as a singular "person" in Hebrews 1:3...
Thanks in advance..
@@traceydumase Love your response. It explained it extremely well! I have to copy this and use it.
There's more to Christianity than believing in Jesus's death burial and Resurrection. Christians- followers of Christ, believers, saints, *saved. Christianity is also believing in Jesus Christ's blood sacrifice for to pay the debt, penalty, of sin. And since him being resurrected from the dead we are likewise freed from the power of sin with. Jesus had said on the cross, "it is finshed", and so death and sin is conquered by Jesus. Those who believe in that and the Lord Jesus is *saved. Jesus alone is the forgiver of sins. (1 John 1:9) Jesus is the way the truth and the life. no man can get to God the Father but by him. Romans 3:11; 3:23; 10:9-10; 5:8, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 11:6, John 14:6. Now When we pray, we need to pray to God (Philippians 4:6-7). And since Jesus is the way, that he's actually God, (John 1:1-3; 14) We should pray in his name. Beliefs against all this would be in tier one.
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