Praise the lord God made salvation a gift, or I probably wouldnt have received it. You wont go in yourselves, and you dont let others enter either. I dare say it would be the one you enjoy making fun of. If that doesnt raise red flags for you I dont know what will. Most Americans dont understand that there are flavors of Baptist Christianity, everything from liberal to hardcore Fundamentalist. 31 For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh. Whether u believe its talking about judah/Ephraim or not. N/A I read Matthew 23 just before writing. We believe that the Scriptures are inerrant, infallible, and God-breathed. I was married when I attended before and now as a divorced woman, I know I probably would be looked down upon. I wonder sometimes if the pastor didnt hit one of your sins and instead of getting you under conviction, you just got angry. Correction is my discernment. So spontaneous but like it was planned. Then you have churches with no standards . I agree some are or at least seem to be what most consider legalistic. Basically he was just marketing for his college. Sons of vipers! Also God commands us to try the spirits to see if they are of God that implies God gave us the power of discernment 1 John 4: 1-5. Due to the nature of the churches being independentin their autonomy, a percentage of what is believed, practiced or condemned by Independent Baptists (or IndependentFundamental Baptists, or Bible Believing Baptists, or IndependentBible Believing Baptists, or Unaffiliated Baptists, or Unaffiliated IndependentBaptists - just to We just look for a biblical church to go to. We had been boyfriend and girlfriend for 5 years and a baby that was 10 months old. N/A WebWARNING!!!! The New IFB is strongly opposed to homosexuality, with several pastors advocating the belief that homosexuals should be executed by the government. My pastor has never taught that man can forgive sins. Is that what the great commission tells us to do: Matthew 28:19 Go ye therefore, and send lost loved ones to an IFB church so that they might be saved (DHV Don Holt Version). That is the only sin that cannot be forgiven. But it cannot be pleasant carrying all that bitterness around with you every day. Many of these, yes are extreme, be we also need to not be compromising in some areas. I remember our pastor asking us if we could forgive each other, and praise the lord we forgave each other for the offenses committed against each other. I loved him, but I hated the way he treated me. 55. 29 For no man ever yet hated his own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it, even as the Lord the church: 30 For we are members of his body, of his flesh, and of his bones. (Matthew 28:19-20; Romans 6:4; 1 Corinthians 11:23-32), Every individual, believer and unbeliever, possesses the God-given privilege of free will having the liberty to choose what to believe. If you stay, Im almost certain youll end up regretting it. hypocrite. The Pharisees were filled with hypocrisy and iniquity and my church is not. Good point Steve! If it did then unsaved people wouldnt be able to forgive. Im not IFB but I still believe in tithes and offerings. All youve done in your last paragraph is parrot typical IFB talking points no substance there, just regurgitation. 8 Dont let anyone call you Rabbi, for you have only one teacher, and all of you are equal as brothers and sisters. Forget the past and move on to do those things that shine light to the lost, edify the saints, and glorify God. I didnt condemn other version by saying Kjv is inspired. The home, the church, and the state are equal and sovereign in their respective Biblically assigned spheres of responsibility under God. They have distinct responsibilities and operations. No, thats silly! We believe that God created the entire universe in six literal, twenty-four-hour days (Genesis 1:1-27). 3 So practice and obey whatever they tell you, but dont follow their example. (Hello to all my fellow-tithers!!!) Jesus forgives and loves and he also needs to be honored is all respects. God works in mysterious ways. If you believe that declining to spank your child is the equivalent to spoiling him/her, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist From a biblical standpoint, Jesus is the ONLY mediator between God and Man and only Jesus can intercede us. If your pastor begins his sermon by reading one verse then yells and pounds the pulpit for the next 30 minutes, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 17. That can get a little hairy, though, because you never know when youll end up at a more liberal churchlike yours! 5. If youve been taught that robbing God (not giving 10% of gross income) is the special, one specific sin that will cause God to lift all protection of your life and allow satan FULL LIBERTY to destroy you. Ive never been instructed their acting Rebellious or looked down on or had any concern for myself but they were rebellious. Pastor preaches against smoking because it is bad for the body My preacher never preaches that though there are very few people at my current church that smoke. We cant save people, only God can. BUT, there is good news! Me and my boyfriend were going to break up unless there was hope for change. I prefer Kjv! By the way Jason, if you think theres something spiritual about tolerating abuse, I feel sorry for you. WebNo denomination, governmental body, or religious hierarchy may dictate the church's beliefs or practices. I have read other versions of the Bible. 36. People can ask for clarification if they want. We sought counseling to see if there was any hope. And Pastor of Bible-Believing, Fundamental, Independent. Me preferring the Kjv bible and believing its the inspired word of God is not incorrect. 15. If the IFB churches are hurting the cause of Christ, would your attitude and example also hurt His cause. I dont agree with the term, sowing discord with the brethren because I agree everything what the Bible teaches. If you think that the other translations are too wordly that right there I dont like. ? WebIndependent Fundamental Churches of America, fellowship of conservative, independent Christian churches stressing biblical truth. Growing up in a very conservative IFB church, I can personally attest to how accurate most of these were. https://baptistdeception.com/tithing/. I can tolerate the other bits that go over board as long I am believing the word and get correct non compromising bible teaching. Even when the family goes on vacation, we go to church. Me and my husband got saved 3 1/2 years ago at an IFB church. The New IFB does not consider itself to be a denomination. All Catholics will not go to heaven is absolutely wrong. How come many Americans havent heard of the Independent Fundamental Baptist church movement? The Baptist Distinctives are easy to remember using the acronym B.A.P.T.I.S.T.S. For which is more importantthe gift on the altar or the altar that makes the gift sacred? 1. Come and join. People need Jesuswhats the big deal? On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets. If you think that the hymnal in the pew is inspired by God, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 23. 11. But I do know some churches practice free will offerings instead of tithing. If you think that the title Pastor is a synonym for the Man of God or the voice of God, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist. G.F.F. Please read the rest of the website and my story rather than just judge me. Pastor and his wife knew where we lived and probably wondered why, but they never asked or pried. It didnt raise red flags for me. It was fun to read down through comments and feel a little gratified that not everyone was chuckling to themselves againwhy?? Haha, thanks for the confirmation! I dont post this to to attack you, nor defend Dave, rather to simply point out that perhaps both are not setting the best of examples? (Genesis 2:24; Genesis 19:5, 13; Genesis 26:8-9; Leviticus 18:1-30; Romans 1:26-29; 1 Corinthians 5:1, 6:9; 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8; Hebrews 13:4). We believe that eternal life is the present possession of every believer (John 6:37-40, 10:27-30; Romans 8:1, 38-39; I Corinthians 1:4-8; I Peter 1:4-5; Jude 1, 2). The IFB ostracizes people when they leave. Just please be sure that your judging is fair. We teach that baptism is necessary for salvation as I get this quote from the King James Version from John 3:5; Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. Its the inspired word of God. Yes, because he wants to spend a little time with his child. 29. I have no position or opinion of this I have no belief, opinion, or position of this It is awful that they put the rules and instructions of their mythology ahead of their love for I was sincerely disappointed. A IFB member knocked on my door one Saturday and invited us to church. Saying that Baptism is not necessary for salvation but rather it is an obedience to Christ is a liberal view of baptism and is unbiblical. You obviously didnt read the entire list see number 47. OMG! 30. Jesus said I came for the lost sheep of the house of Israel.. Judah has always been with God. If you think that you can be a better Christian or have more favor with the Lord with good performance You cant make up for sins nor can salvation be earned. If you think anything what the churches teach about salvation is easy believing this is not true in our congregation. What if it had been biting you for 5, 10, 15, or (in my case) 25 years and you managed to finally escape would you go back or send a love one to pet it? For you are like whitewashed tombsbeautiful on the outside but filled on the inside with dead peoples bones and all sorts of impurity. Why wouldnt I stand up for something I believe in? But if people come here to attack me and my views I will defend myself. 46. 21 And when you swear by the Temple, you are swearing by it and by God, who lives in it. Copyright 2002-2023 Got Questions Ministries. It is interesting that you refer to IFB as viewing divorce people as being inferior Christians and are forbidden to hold any leadership positions in the church looking to their Scofield Bibles for direction. If you go to a church that sings/plays Just As I Am at the end of every service, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 21. Cleveland Baptist Church - Cleveland, OH - Pastor Kevin Folger ; Community Baptist Youre supposed to read the word daily, it says give us this day our daily bread. It made me think of this, Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled; Its a shame, but whattayagonnado? Stop this shamefulness, as you hurt the ministry of our Lord. Gospel Light Baptist Church, Albany, Georgia. 42. [7], The New IFB currently lists 30 affiliated congregations on their website. operating or proceeding inconspicuously but with grave effect. I would have rejected the advice if in my heart If didnt want the relationship anymore, but we had a kid and I needed it to work. That may mean dressing appropriately and not dis honoring your body because its a holy temple. Get our Question of the Week delivered right to your inbox! Jesus says that if you love Him, that you will keep His words.. To train up a child does not mean to beat him with a rod, although there BE TIMES that a spanking becomes necessary, but NEVER out of anger. An individual independent church might come up with their own definition of faith, they might subscribe to a preexisting one, or they might not use any. Attending an IFB church is the only way to hear the true gospel and get saved There are so many churches that claim the be the one, true, church, especially the Catholics, Greek Orthodox, Anglicans, some Lutherans, Jehovahs Witnesses, Mormons, etc. If you believe women shouldnt wear pants, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 12. N/A While God hates divorce, but we should help those who are divorce so they can grow spiritually. Abortion constitutes the unjustified, inexcusable taking of unborn human life. 18 And you say that to swear by the altar is not binding, but to swear by the gifts on the altar is binding. 5 Thou hypocrite, first cast out the beam out of thine own eye; and then shalt thou see clearly to cast out the mote out of thy brothers eye. Jesus Christ is the mediator between God and man. Do you realize this was written as humorous piece ? Its our personal decisions that cause us to who to hell though most of their practices are not biblical, especially the devotions to the Virgin Mary as they especially have her as the intercessor. If you think that tithing 10% of your gross income is the minimum, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 6. 2Co 2:10 To whom ye forgive any thing, I forgive also: for if I forgave any thing, to whom I forgave it, for your sakes forgave I it in the person of Christ; You said we dont forgive people for their salvation we cant because we arent Jesus. WebThe Road to Emmaus Baptist Church is an independent Baptist church in Monaca, Pennsylvania. We believe that the ecumenical movement is a demonic attempt to unite all Christian denominations around experience to the disregard of biblical doctrine. Lots of people at the church stoped what they were doing to attend. If you believe that women are inferior to men and are to be submissive to their husbands, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 32. Those who judge people like that WILL BE judged the same way, PERIOD. On the Arminianist view the church I go to now teaches from a biblical standpoint that salvation can still be lost. This is an assumption.. You might be an independent Fundamental Baptist if. Members come into the church personally, individually, and freely. Marriage for two people that want to make a life together is biblical. Teaching there is any unforgivable sin besides the sin of unbelief in Jesus Christ is not biblical. No government should interfere with the local church's preaching, activities, and ministry. However, the churches are united by a number of doctrines.

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