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Why you Need to Understand Islam
and Islam's False Religion of Hate, Intolerance and Errors
Which Leads its' Followers to Hell and Eternal Separation from God and Become a Follower of Jesus Who is the Christ, the ONLY Son of God, and sits at God's Right Hand!

The Basics of islam
allah or Jesus?

by Rick Mathes

The muslim religion is one of the fastest growing religions per capita in the United States,
especially in the minority races!  Last month I attended my annual training session that's required for maintaining my state prison security clearance.

During the training session there was a presentation by three speakers representing the Roman Catholic, Protestant and muslim faiths, who explained each of their beliefs.

I was particularly interested in what the islamic imam had to say. 

The Imam gave a great presentation of the basics of islam complete with a video. After the presentations, time was provided for questions and answers. 

When it was my turn, I directed my question to the Imam and asked, "Please, correct me if I'm wrong, but I understand that most imams and clerics of islam have declared a holy jihad [Holy war] against the "infidels" of the world. And, that by killing an infidel, which is a command to all muslims, they are assured of a place in heaven. If that's the case, can you 
give me the definition of an infidel?" 

There was no disagreement with my statements and without hesitation, he replied, "an infidel is anyone that is a non-believer of the islam faith."

I then responded, "So, let me make sure I have this straight. All followers of allah have been commanded to kill everyone who is not of your faith so they can go to Heaven. Is that correct?" 

The expression on his face changed from one of authority and command to that of a little boy who had just gotten caught with his hand in the cookie jar.

He sheepishly replied, "Yes." 

I then stated, "Well, sir, I have a real problem trying to imagine Pope John Paul commanding all Catholics to kill those of your faith or Dr. Charles Stanley ordering Protestants to do the same in order to go to Heaven!" 

The islam imam was speechless. 

I continued, "I also have a problem with being your friend when you and your brother clerics are telling your followers to kill me.

Let me ask you a question. Would you rather have your allah who tells you to kill me in order to go to Heaven or my Jesus who tells me to love you because I am going to Heaven and He wants you to be with me?" 

You could have heard a pin drop as the imam hung his head. 

Needless to say, the organizers and/or promoters of the "Diversification" training seminar were not happy with Rick's way of dealing with the islamic imam and exposing the truth about the muslim's beliefs. 

I think everyone in the U.S. should be required to read this, but with the liberal justice system, liberal media, and the ACLU, there is no way this will be widely publicized. 

Please pass this on to all your e-mail contacts. 

The above story is a true story and the author, Rick Mathes, is a well-known leader in prison ministry. MUSLIMS NEED JESUS, please pray for those of the islamic faith that they need the true, and only Son and "prophet" of God, who is Jesus, the Christ!!!


Follower of Jesus Christ
www.FollowerOfJesusChrist.com

 

We believe Jesus is who He said he is. Believe and Trust in Him today, for there is no other way to Heaven, and you may not have tomorrow!   

Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." John 14:6-7

"If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. He who believes in Me... out of his heart will flow rivers of living water." John 7:37-38

Jesus Christ is God who He said He is. He is our promised Redeemer and the King of Kings. He is our loving Savior, our faithful Shepherd and our sovereign King! Through the cross, He brought us into an eternal and loving relationship with Himself that will last forever. 

The Scriptures below will show you the way to enter into that relationship with Jesus, the Christ, our Lord and Savior.

Why We All Need Him:

"All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God…" Romans 3:23

"The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 6:23

"What I am doing, I do not understand. For what I will to do, that I do not practice; but what I hate, that I do…. For the good that I will to do, I do not do; but the evil I will not to do, that I practice." Romans 7:15, 19

How Much He Loves Us:

"God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." Romans 5:8

"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"God our Savior… desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth." 1 Timothy 2:3-4

What He did For You And Me On The Cross:

"Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted.   But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed." Isaiah 53:4-6

"He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins." 1 John 4: 11





 "God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world." Galatians 6:14

"For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God." 1 Corinthians 1:18

"He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him. But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name: who were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God." John 1:11-13

How you, too, may receive His free gift of salvation and enjoy the abundant life:

Jesus said, "...he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life. John 5:24

"I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me." John 14:6

"No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him...." John 6:44

Perhaps you have heard and believed His truths, but you lack the assurance that you have already "passed from death to life." If God is drawing you to Himself by His Spirit so that you long to receive His gifts of forgiveness and eternal life, trust Him to show you the way. Your prayer might include the following:

  • Acknowledge the Bible uses the word "confess" who Christ is: 

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    "If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved." Romans 10:9

  • Confess your sins: Admit in prayer that you have sinned against Him. The words King David prayed may help you: 

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    "Search me, O God, and know my heart... and see if there is any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting." Psalm 139:23-24

  • Repent: Express your willingness and desire to turn from all wrong ways and follow Jesus, then trust Him -- now and each coming day -- to accomplish it by His Spirit in you.

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    “He said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

    "I say to you that likewise there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine just persons who need no repentance." Luke 15:7

  • Thank Him: Thank Him for the "exchanged life": taking your weak and sinful life and, in turn, giving you His good and perfect life, enabling you to know His will and share His triumph. 

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    "Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God. For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him." 2 Corinthians 5:20-21

    Pray something like this, asking Him to help and guide you, and then be baptized:

    "Dear Lord, I know I have sinned and don't deserve Your love. But I believe that You died for me, carried my sins to the cross and have forgiven me. Please change my heart, fill me with your Spirit, and purify life. Only by Your holy life in me can I follow Your ways and do what is right. Give me a hunger for your Word and a growing desire to serve You.  I trust you to show me your will and enable me to follow you -- no matter  what the cost. THEN, go to a Bible-believing, Jesus worshiping church and ask to be baptized by water baptism, which means full immersion.

    "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast." Ephesians 2:8-9

    The Basis for My Salvation

          "For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life." Romans 5:10

    "...as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life." Romans 6:3

        "The danger is to put the emphasis on the effect instead of on the cause - ‘It is my obedience that puts me right with God, my consecration.’ Never! I am put right with God because prior to all, Christ died.  "When I turn to God and by belief accept what God reveals I can accept, instantly the stupendous Atonement of Jesus Christ rushes me into a right relationship with God, and by the supernatural miracle of God’s grace I stand justified, not because I am sorry for my sin, not because I have repented, but because of what Jesus has done. The spirit of God brings it with a breaking, all-over light, and I know, though I do not know how, that I am saved."  Oswald Chambers

    My response to His Saving Grace

    "Peter said to them, 'Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins; and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. For the promise is to you and to your children, and to all who are afar off, as many as the Lord our God will call'"  Acts 2:38

    "He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned."  Mark 16:16

    "...do you not know that as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life." Romans 6:3

    "For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free—and have all been made to drink into one Spirit." 1 Corinthians 12:13

    "Then Philip opened his mouth, and beginning at this Scripture, preached Jesus to him. Now as they went down the road, they came to some water. And the eunuch said, 'See, here is water. What hinders me from being baptized?' Then Philip said,  'If you believe with all your heart, you may.'" Acts 8:35

    Peter answered, 'Can anyone forbid water, that these should not be baptized who have received the Holy Spirit 'just as we have?' And he commanded them to be baptized in the name of the Lord." Acts 10:46


    How He Changes Our Lives The Moment We Believe In Him:

    "If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. 2 Corinthians 5:17, 21

    "I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me." Galatians 2:20

    "God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ by grace you have been saved, and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, that in the ages to come He might show the exceeding riches of His grace in His kindness toward us in Christ Jesus. "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them." Ephesians 2:4-10

     

    "What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? Certainly not! How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it? Or do you not know that  as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus  were baptized into His death? Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. "For if we have been united together in the likeness of His death, certainly we also shall be in the likeness of His resurrection, knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that  the body of sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves of sin. "Likewise you also, reckon yourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus our Lord."  Romans 6:1-6, 11 


    What We Can Expect As Followers And Brothers/Sisters of Christ, 
    and Children of God?

    "If the world hates you, you know that it hated Me before it hated you…. If they persecuted Me, they will also persecute you…. because they do not know Him who sent Me. " John 15:20-21

    "For to you it has been granted on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for His sake...." Philippians 1:29

    Does this sound too hard? Have you taken time to "count the cost" of being a Christian?  

    Many misunderstand God's "good news" of salvation to mean "cheap grace" -- the kind of relationship that demands nothing of us. True, salvation is purely by His gracious response to our faith. But once we have chosen to believe and follow Him, we become His ambassadors -- called to share His suffering as well as His triumphs -- in this world.

    "And whoever does not bear his cross and come after Me cannot be My disciple. For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it.... So likewise, whoever of you does not forsake all that he has cannot be My disciple." Luke 14:27-28, 33

    But remember, the suffering and sacrifice that comes with discipleship cannot compare with the joy, peace and that eternal hope and glory we share with Him for all eternity:

    "Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ's sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy." 1 Peter 4:12-14

    "We know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son…." Romans 8:28-29

    "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? … Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:35-39

    How We Share in His Triumph:

    "…we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us." Romans 5:4-5

    "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another." John 13:34-35

    "…present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." Romans 12:1-3

    "…let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross…." Hebrews 12:1-2

    Our Prayer For You:

    "...may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Romans 15:13

    "...that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man, that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height -- to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge; that you may be filled with all the fullness of God. Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, to Him be glory… forever and ever." Ephesians 3:14-21

    "Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful, who also will do it." 1 Thessalonians 5:23


    Water Baptism - Many People Ask If It's Required for Salvation

    Baptism isn't an act that gets us into heaven - it is faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord that offers that assurance. Baptism (by full immersion as taught in the Bible) is an act of obedience that should be an immediate part of our acceptance of the gift of grace offered by Jesus Christ. But it does not mean that one who truly gives their heart to Jesus on a death bed, in the heat of warfare, or in a crashing airplane, will be kept out of heaven because they failed to be baptized. The thief on the cross next to Jesus didn't have time to be baptized before he died, but he had an opportunity to believe in Jesus and put his trust in Him, and Jesus responded by saying, "Assuredly, I say to you, today you will be with Me in Paradise" (Luke 23:43). 

    True faith in Jesus Christ and His work on the cross for our sins is sufficient for salvation. Christ has already done everything. By definition, His grace doesn't require any additional "works" by us. That being said, Jesus Christ commands us to be baptized (Matthew 28:18-20), and therefore, all believers should be baptized. Immediately following Christ's command, the Book of Acts describes the practice of administering baptism to almost every group or individual who believed in the preaching of the Gospel by the apostles (Acts 2:37-41; 8:5-13; 8:35-39; 9:10-18; 10:34-48; 16:13-15; 16:30-33; 18:8; and 19:1-6). 

    Water Baptism - What does it symbolize?

    According to the Bible, the symbolism of baptism declares that three things happen to believers who are baptized: (1) they die with Christ to their old self; (2) they rise with Christ to become a new creature; and (3) they are incorporated in their new life with a living community which looks for the coming of the Lord (Romans 6:1-11). Contrary to what some denominations teach, it seems obvious that a Christian's baptism must necessarily require a responsible decision to accept Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, and therefore, must be delayed until an age of reason or discretion (knowing right from wrong within God's perspective). 

    In short, Jesus Christ commands baptism for His followers. Although the act of baptism does not cause eternal salvation, it seems that any believer who refuses baptism should truly examine his or her conversion. 

    "Then Jesus came to them and said, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I will be with you always, to the very end of the age'" (Matthew 28:18-20). 

    Who are the Churches of Christ and What do they Believe?
    By Batsell Barrett Baxter


    What is the distinctive plea of the church of Christ?

    It is primarily a plea for religious unity based upon the Bible. In a divided religious world it is believed that the Bible is the only possible common denominator upon which most, if not all, of the God-fearing people of the land can unite. This is an appeal to go back to the Bible. It is a plea to speak where the Bible speak and to remain silent where the Bible is silent in all matters that pertain to religion. It further emphasizes that in everything religious there must be a "Thus saith the Lord" for all that is done. The objective is religious unity of all believers in Christ. The basis is the New Testament. The method is the restoration of New Testament Christianity. 





    The Historical background of the Restoration Movement

    One of the earliest advocates of the return to New Testament Christianity, as a means of achieving unity of all believers in Christ, was James O'Kelly of the Methodist Episcopal Church. In 1793 he withdrew from the Baltimore conference of his church and called upon others to join him in taking the Bible as the only creed. His influence was largely felt in Virginia and North Carolina where history records that some seven thousand communicants followed his leadership toward a return to primitive New Testament Christianity. 

    In 1802 a similar movement among the Baptists in New England was led by Abner Jones and Elias Smith. They were concerned about "denominational names and creeds" and decided to wear only the name Christian, taking Bible as their only guide. In 1804, in the western frontier state of Kentucky, Barton W. Stone and several other Presbyterian preachers took similar action declaring that they would take the Bible as the "only sure guide to heaven." Thomas Campbell, and his illustrious son, Alexander Campbell, took similar steps in the year 1809 in what is now the state of West Virginia. They contended that nothing should be bound upon Christians as a matter of doctrine which is not as old as the New Testament. Although these four movements were completely independent in their beginnings eventually they became one strong restoration movement because of their common purpose and plea. These men did not advocate the starting of a new church, but rather a return to Christ's church as described in the Bible. 

    Members of the church of Christ do not conceive of themselves as a new church started near the beginning of the 19th century. Rather, the whole movement is designed to reproduce in contemporary times the church originally established on Pentecost, A.D. 30. The strength of the appeal lies in the restoration of Christ's original church. 

    How many churches of Christ are there?

    The most recent dependable estimate lists more than 15,000 individual churches of Christ. The "Christian Herald," a general religious publication which presents statistics concerning all the churches, estimates that the total membership of the churches of Christ is now 2,000,000. There are more than 7000 men who preach publicly. Membership of the church is heaviest in the southern states of the United States, particularly Tennessee and Texas, though congregations exist in each of the fifty states and in more than eighty foreign countries. Missionary expansion has been most extensive since the second World War in Europe, Asia and Africa. More than 450 full time workers are supported in foreign countries. The churches of Christ now have five times as many members as were reported in the U.S. Religious Census of 1936. 

    How are the churches organizationally connected?

    Following the plan of organization found in the New Testament, churches of Christ are autonomous. Their common faith in the Bible and adherence to its teachings are the chief ties which bind them together. There is no central headquarters of the church, and no organization superior to the elders of each local congregation. Congregations do cooperate voluntarily in supporting the orphans and the aged, in preaching the gospel in new fields, and in other similar works. 

    Members of the church of Christ conduct forty colleges and secondary schools, as well as seventy-five orphanages and homes for the aged. There are approximately 40 magazines and other periodicals published by individual members of the church. A nationwide radio and television program, known as "The Herald of Truth" is sponsored by the Highland Avenue church in Abilene, Texas. Much of its annual budget of $1,200,000 is contributed on a free-will basis by other churches of Christ. The radio program is currently heard on more than 800 radio stations, while the television program is now appearing on more than 150 stations. Another extensive radio effort known as "World Radio" owns a network of 28 stations in Brazil alone, and is operating effectively in the United States and a number of other foreign countries, and is being produced in 14 languages. An extensive advertising program in leading national magazines began in November 1955. 

    There are no conventions, annual meetings, or official publications. The "tie that binds" is a common loyalty to the principles of the restoration of New Testament Christianity. 

    How are the churches of Christ governed?

    In each congregation, which has existed long enough to become fully organized, there is a plurality of elders or presbyters who serve as the governing body. These men are selected by the local congregations on the basis of qualifications set down in the scriptures (1 Timothy 3:1-8). Serving under the elders are deacons, teachers, and evangelists or ministers. The latter do not have the authority equal to or superior to the elders. The elders are shepherds or overseers who serve under the headship of Christ according to the New Testament, which is a kind of constitution. There is no earthly authority superior to the elders of the local church. 

    What does the church of Christ believe about the Bible?

    The original autographs of the sixty six books which make up the Bible are considered to have been divinely inspired, by which it is meant that they are infallible and authoritative. Reference to the scriptures is made in settling every religious question. A pronouncement from the scripture is considered the final word. The basic textbook of the church and the basis for all preaching is the Bible. 

    Do members of the churches of Christ believe in the virgin birth?

    Yes. The statement in Isaiah 7:14 is taken as a prophecy of the virgin birth of Christ. New Testament passages such as Matthew 1:20, 25, are accepted at face value as declarations of the virgin birth. Christ is accepted as the only begotten Son of God, uniting in his person perfect divinity and perfect manhood. 

    Does the church of Christ believe in predestination?

    Only in the sense that God predestines the righteous to be eternally saved and the unrighteous to be eternally lost. The statement of the apostle Peter, "Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons, but in every nation he that feareth him and worketh righteousness is acceptable unto him" (Acts 10:34-35.) is taken as an evidence that God did not predestine individuals to be eternally saved or lost, but that each man determines his own destiny. 

    Why does the church of Christ baptize only by immersion?

    The word baptize comes from the Greek word "baptizo" and literally means, "to dip, to immerse, to plunge." In addition to the literal meaning of the word, immersion is practiced because it was the practice of the church in apostolic times. Still further, only immersion conforms to the description of baptisms as given by the apostle Paul in Romans 6:3-5 where he speaks of it as a burial and resurrection. 

    Is infant baptism practiced?

    No. Only those who have reached the "age of accountability" are accepted for baptisms. It is pointed out that the examples given in the New Testament are always of those who have heard the gospel preached and have believed it. Faith must always precede baptism, so only those old enough to understand and believe the gospel are considered fit subjects for baptism. 

    Do ministers of the church hear confession?

    No. Ministers or evangelists of the church have no special prerogatives. They do not wear the title of Reverend or Father, but are addressed simply by the term Brother as are all other men of the church. Along with elders and others they do counsel and advise those seeking help. 

    Are prayers addressed to the saints?

    No. God the Father is considered the only one to whom the prayers may be addressed. It is further understood that Christ stands in a mediatorial position between God and man (Hebrews 7:25). All prayers are therefore offered through Christ, or in the name of Christ (John 16:23-26). 

    How often is the Lord's supper eaten?

    It is expected that every member of the church will assemble for worship on each Lord's day. A central part of the worship is the eating of the Lord's supper (Acts 20:7). Unless providentially hindered, each member considers this weekly appointment as binding. In many instances, as in the case of illness, the Lord's supper is carried to those who are hindered from attending the worship. 

    What kind of music is used in the worship?

    As a result of the distinctive plea of the church - a return to New Testament Faith and practice - acappella singing is the only music used in the worship. This singing, unaccompanied by mechanical instruments of music, conforms to the music used in the apostolic church and for several centuries thereafter (Ephesians 5:19). It is felt that there is no authority for engaging in acts of worship not found in the New Testament. This principle eliminates the use of instrumental music, along with the use of candles, incense, and other similar elements. 

    Does the church of Christ believe in heaven and hell?

    Yes. The statement of Christ in Matthew 25, and elsewhere, are taken at face value. It is believed that after death each man must come before God in judgment and that he will be judged according to the deeds done while he lived (Hebrews 9:27). After judgment is pronounced he will spend eternity either in heaven or hell. 

    Does the church of Christ believe in purgatory?

    No. The absence of any reference in the scriptures to the temporary place of punishment from which the soul will eventually be released into heaven prevents the acceptance of the doctrine of purgatory. 

    By what means does the church secure financial support?

    Each first day of the week the members of the church "lay by in store as they have been prospered" (1 Corinthians 16:2). The amount of any individual gift is generally known only to the one who gave it and to the Lord. This free-will offering is the only call which the church makes. NO assessments or other levies are made. No money-making activities, such as bazaars or suppers, are engaged in. A total if approximately $200,000,000 is given on this basis each year. 

    Does the church of Christ have a creed?

    No. At least, there is no creed in the usual sense of the word. The belief of the church is stated fully and completely in the Bible. There is no other manual or discipline to which the members of the church of Christ give their allegiance. The Bible is considered as the only infallible guide to heaven. 

    How does one become a member of the church of Christ?

    In the salvation of man's soul there are 2 necessary parts: God's part and man's part. God's part is the big part, "For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves, it is the gift if God; not of works, that no man should glory" (Ephesians 2:8-9). The love which God felt for man led him to send Christ into the world to redeem man. The life and teaching of Jesus, the sacrifice on the cross, and the proclaiming of the gospel to men constitute God's part in salvation. Though God's part is the big part, man's part is also necessary if man is to reach heaven. Man must comply with the conditions of pardon which the Lord has announced. Man's part can clearly set forth in the following steps: 

    Hear the Gospel. "How shall they call on him whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe him whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?" (Romans 10:14).

    Believe. "And without faith it is impossible to be well pleasing unto him; for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that seek after him" (Hebrews 11:6). 

    Repent of past sins. "The times of ignorance therefore God overlooked; but now he commandeth men that they should all everywhere repent"(Acts 17:30). 

    Confess Jesus as Lord. "Behold here is water; What doth hinder me to be baptized? And Philip said, if thou believeth with all thy heart thou mayest. And he answered and said, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God" (Acts 8:36-37). 

    Be baptized for the remission of sins. "And Peter said unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized everyone of you in the name of Jesus Christ unto the remission of your sins and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit"(Acts 2:38).

    Live a Christian life. "Ye are an elect race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God's own possession, that ye may show forth the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light" (1 Peter 2:9).

    OPEN INVITATION 

    Now that you are aware of a church in the 21st century which is built according to the blue prints of Christ's original church, why not become a member of it? In becoming a member of it, you will be called upon to do nothing which you cannot read in the New Testament. You will then live and worship just as the apostle-guided Christians of the first century did. 

    Not only is this return to New Testament Christianity a wonderful basis upon which all believers in Christ can unite, it is absolutely solid ground. If we do just what our Lord commanded we know that our salvation is certain. Come with us as we go back to the Bible, back to Christ and his church!

    Will you hear the trump of God and the words from heaven, "Come up Hither?" For more information on the rapture, please see the Come Up Hither website at:  http://www.comeuphither.com       


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    Do You Know What Choice Really Means?
    This is a "Chosen" Baby Aborted Baby 22 Weeks After Conception
    This is what YOU SUPPORT when you "choose" to be "pro-choice"
    This Is Choice     - Choice is DEATH for INNOCENT HUMAN     LIFE

    Who Asked This Baby If He/She Chose to Die?

    This is what being "pro-choice" is all about. But, this isn't a "choice," this is a BABY! This is an innocent, helpless and defenseless BABY who was aborted at the age 22 weeks after conception. This is what YOU support and stand for when you vote for "pro-choice" candidates. 


    "Pro-choice" sounds "prettier" and nicer than saying; "I'm for killing innocent, unborn babies, and I vote for candidates that support the murder of babies."  The reality of being "pro-choice" means that innocent babies suffer, feel pain, and death, who pay the ultimate price of your "choice." 


    WHO ARE     YOU TO CONDEMN ANOTHER PERSON TO DEATH?
    ARE     YOU GOD?

    You wouldn't do this to an animal, would you???
    Why would you do this to an innocent, defenseless, helpless baby???

    The "choice" to end the life of a completely innocent, and defenseless 
    human life, a baby, YOUR baby, which is NOT a "blob of uterine tissue," only 22 weeks after conception

    Choice is Abortion and Abortion is Murder

    The baby in the picture above is an
    INNOCENT, HELPLESS AND     DEFENSELESS 
    HUMAN life, a BABY,     whose "mother" and "doctor"
    "CHOSE" to MURDER, through abortion.

    When will you take a stand to protect the
    most innocent of all human life???

    Our Favorite Pro-Life Website Links:

    Abortion Causes Breast Cancer          

    Abortion Causes Breast-Cancer          

    Abortion Cures Rape?     

    Abortion Is Mean                           

    Abortion Stops A Beating Heart           

    Abortion/Child Abuse Link                  

    Abortion: Some Medical Facts             

    Crisis Pregnancy Centers Online                 

    Embryonic Stem Cell Research           

    Excommunicate Edward Kennedy         

    Excommunicate John Kerry                 

    Excommunicate Nancy Pelosi              

    Faith Without Works Is Dead              

    Excommunicate Ted Kennedy               

    Forgotten Fathers                               

    God Bless President Bush                    

    God Is Pro Life                                         

    Grieve Not The Holy Spirit   

    How To Find True Love                         

    Human Life Amendment                         

    Jesus Christ or Antichrist?

    Jesus Is The Way The Truth And The Life 

    Jesus Is The Son of God                        

    Jill Stanek                                               

    John Chapter 3 Verse 16   

    Keep Abortion Legal   

    Lamb's Book of Life                               

    Life Begins at Conception                      

    Life Begins at Fertilization                   

    Life Dynamics                                         

    Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled           

    No Jesus No Peace, Know Jesus KnowPeace                                                           

    Overturn Roe Versus Wade            

    Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem          

    Preach The Gospel to Every Creature   

    Priests For Life                                      

    Proclaim The Good News                       

    Project Rachel                                            

    Pro-life's website

    Pro-woman, Pro-life: Stop abortion     

    Right To Life Amendment                        

    Roe vs Wade: 27 years of Life denied   

    Satan Is Pro Choice                               

    The Original Life Links                          

    We Are Pro Life                                   

    We Were Pro Life                                 

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