If you believe that God cant use a divorced man and pull out your Scofield Bible to show why, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 39. On their arms they wear extra wide prayer boxes with Scripture verses inside, and they wear robes with extra long tassels. If your denomination knocked on their door im sure they wouldnt have gotten saved and the helped they needed. WebHeartland Baptist Bible College is unique. Being a IFB preacher, I confess a lot of truth here. It is the final authority on all matters of faith, practice, and polity. I didnt really say you can get drunk on grape juice but if I did, I might be a little confused. If you believe women shouldnt wear pants, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 12. No member shall You can read more about that here: https://baptistdeception.com/cult/. Its my calling and my ministry. Duh Get your mind out of the gutter. If you should cut your vacation short you should never miss church this has happened only once in my life when I went I was on my senior class trip. Please trust me when I tell you that your IFB church (as most other IFB churches) is preying on you. 32. If you party, DO NOT drink. If you believe that all Catholics are going to hell, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 35. They bought your loyalty. If you think that more than one earring per ear for women is worldly, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 13. People are more willing to change their ways when confronted in love rather then with criticism and bitterness. 3. Years ago, I heard a very funny but truthful skit on what was or wasnt OK. Each verse ended with, Its OK, because Independent Fundamental Baptist Preachers do it.. If you think that the KJV is inspired, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 2. Pastor and his wife did pay for the reception, photography, and shower. WebThe Road to Emmaus Baptist Church is an independent Baptist church in Monaca, Pennsylvania. Hmm, I cant think of a better word to describe the workings of the IFB! Since God looks at Jesus to forgive Ill look at Jesus also to forgive. I will cut to the chase: my Pastor and his wife took a much needed vacation a few years ago. If this method were a stock, who would invest in it with such a low return. I dont think its as bad as all this, but thats my 2 cents and maybe Im still on the inside.. You can read some of them in the comments section and in the testimonial section here: https://baptistdeception.com/testimonials/. We believe that Satan is a created angelic being who rebelled and who tempted man to join him in rebellion against God (Isaiah 14:12-17; Ezekiel 28:11-19; Genesis 3:1-5). I found myself laughing at quite a few of these because they are things that I used to believe. I hope whatever poor experience you had hasnt taken you away from the faith. I do not know if laugh or cry , almost 30 yrs involved in this , Im still a Christian , I serve in my church , Ive learned more since I left the movement , I am happier more devoted Christian than when I was manipulated to go out soulwinning , bus driving ,Sunday school teaching etc. You better be right with God and have your name written in the lambs book of life. Me and my boyfriend were going to break up unless there was hope for change. The abuse would continue and they would be dead and their child would be in foster care. We believe that all the saved should live in such a manner as not to bring reproach upon their Savior and Lord; and, that separation from all religius apostasy, all worldly and sinful pleasures, practices and associations is commanded of God (II Timothy 3:1-5; Romans 12:1, 2, 14:13; I John 2:15-17; II John 9-11; II Corinthians 6:14-7:1). If your child is behaving like a child but you think they are rebellious, misbehaving, mischevious, etc. 38. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. If you laugh (snicker, sneer, roll your eyes, etc.) My church members are filled with sin and give account to God alone. He that loveth his wife loveth himself. If you think that three church services per week is the minimum and that you must attend all three every week, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 9. God divorced Israel but Not judah..Jesus is the Lion of the tribe of WHAT?? Landlord Cody Johnson later agreed not to evict Stedfast Baptist from the Watauga location after communicating with Stedfast's lawyer.[15][16]. If you think that tithing 10% of your gross income is the minimum, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 6. Our pastor dont take any credit he passes praise the church gives to him towards God. People that oppose things is due to beliefs, so I believe if you oppose the IFB church its because you dont believe what their teaching not because there bitter. Like I said, Im more than happy to have a discussion. 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. Lol. The lost in the world watch us Christians closer than we know. Im convinced that its much much deeper than rejecting real truth .. many many come back in southern Baptist churches, but not ifb churches.. what say u. N/A 2 Timothy 3:16-17 hypocrite. The IFB ostracizes people when they leave. 8. If you attend a church that has a team of men who are charged with keeping an attendance count each Sunday, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 43. Thanks for being thankful for the grace God has giving us. The membership I believe tithing is good and God blesses those who tithe. We believe in the natural divisions of Scriptures as a basis for study. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ accomplished our redemption through His finished work on the cross as a representative, vicarious, substitutionary sacrifice; and that our justification is made sure by His literal, physical resurrection from the dead (Romans 3:24-25; I Peter 2:24; Ephesians 1:7; I Peter 1:3-5). WebEvery active member wishing to speak shall rise and respectfully address the moderator. Gods will was for me to forgive. God knows the names of his children and for anyone to accuse another of security in Christ is hypocrisy. operating or proceeding inconspicuously but with grave effect. If a child is behaving like a child (i.e., appropriate for his/her age), but you think they are being misbehaving and rebellious, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 40. N/A anything that even remotely appears to be worldly means that you arent being separate, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 44. Fellowship, guidance, and encouragement of the local church family are essential for believers to maintain an unwavering testimony and a meaningful life of service. The New IFB began with Steven Anderson of Faithful Word Baptist Church in response to perceived liberalism in other independent Baptist churches. A Baptist church may choose to associate with other churches of like faith around mutual interests or ministry opportunities, but one church cannot exert authority over another. 27 That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish. Freedom of choice demands personal responsibility. Apart from Him we can do nothing. the Bible teaches us to prove and test matters. As I sit under preaching, sing worship songs unto the Lord, pray earnestly, read my Bible as often as I can, and search through commentaries to help me gain a deeper knowledge instead of surface reading, I KNOW Im drawing closer to God in a personal relationship with Him. Singing anything other than hymns is too liberal While I do favor hymns but I dont see anything wrong with contemporary music since I like a good mix of hymns and contemporary songs. If this life of inner peace is what I can have without feeling the need to write long lists then Ill take it. 26. [4][5], A split in the New IFB occurred in January 2019, after Donnie Romero, pastor at Stedfast Baptist Church-Fort Worth (SBC), resigned after it was revealed he had hired prostitutes, smoked marijuana and gambled. LOL. 2. Is there any perfect , no. We believe that all the redeemed, once saved are kept by God's power and are thus secure in Christ forever. Tithing was around since before the Law of Moses. (Genesis 2:24; Leviticus 18:1-30; Romans 1:20-32; I Corinthians 5:1; 6:9; I Thessalonians 4:l-8; Hebrews 13:4), We believe that human life begins at conception and that the unborn child is a living human being. We believe that the souls of unbelievers remain, after death, in conscious misery until the second resurrection, when with soul and body reunited they shall appear at the Great White Throne Judgment, and shall be cast into the Lake of Fire, not to be annihilated, but to suffer everlasting, conscious punishment (Luke 16:19-26; Matthew 25:41-46; II Thessalonians 1:7-9; Jude 6-7; Mark 9:43-48; Revelation 20:11-15). We wanted help and we wanted to know what the Bible said. (Colossians 1:18; Matthew 18:15-20; Acts 15:22-21; 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, 19, 23), All born-again believers have the privilege of direct access to God. We believe in the bodily resurrection of all men, the saved to eternal life, and the unsaved to judgment and everlasting punishment (Matthew 25:46; John 5:28, 29, 11:25-26; Revelation 20:5-6, 12-13). 15 What sorrow awaits you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees. The pastors name is Kevin Draganac. This group is for fellowship, sharing of resources, devotional thoughts, posting of sermons, news of interest, ministry ideas, missionary/church links, KJV verse photos, and general edification. If you believe that women are inferior to men and are to be submissive to their husbands, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist. The True Church: The doctrine of a believer's church is a key belief in Baptist life. Belief number 51 is absolutely wrong. Abortion is murder. We believe in the reality of the person of Satan and that he and the fallen angels wage a spiritual warfare against the plan and purposes of God (John 13:2; Acts 5:3; Ephesians 6:11-12). You wont go in yourselves, and you dont let others enter either. The New Testament church should be an independent church. I have attended an IB Church my entire life (34 years). 2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. 26 You blind Pharisee! Your happy mega churches do too.