If your church sings Just As I Am at the end of every service We sing that song once in a while since its a good invitational song. If you believe that clapping after special music is wrong because it gives praise to the performer rather than to God, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 16. A church that has tract rack I dont know what they are for but my old church has one for storing hymn books (or hymnals), pew bibles, bible study books, etc. It didnt raise red flags for me. People are more willing to change their ways when confronted in love rather then with criticism and bitterness. Most Christians believe everything in the Bible. And, I am genuinely sorry if any unbiblical or otherwise wrong IFB group, person or church, has hurt anyone here. Baptists are traditionally strong believers in Biblical authority. Thats not unique to the IFB. (HYPOCRISY) At its finest. You might be an IFB if Your child has went to church there 3x a week, his whole life, but when he leaves the church, your to have nothing to do with them. Jesus forgives and loves and he also needs to be honored is all respects. ? Yes, I remember that. I dont know what Daves intentions were. (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). In 1974 Kenneth Chrismans father passed away. He says he isnt saved but is open minded and is at least asking questions. That apparently is what Christ would do. Out of over 30 , maybe 5 in 25 years I do agree that its not sinful about renting movies or watching them on TV. WHY do children that leave IFB churches hardly ever come back? If your pastor begins his sermon by reading one verse than yells and pounds the pulpit for the next 30 minutes, my current pastor, at Balsam Street Christian Church, doesnt do any of the two as he doesnt use the pulpit to preach his sermons anyways. I understand that its hard to convey emotions when typing, but the above list does not have the feel that it was done with a spirit of love but one of condemnation. This is an assumption.. 23 What sorrow awaits you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Read one thing, make a judgment that Im just bitter and move on. We reject all cooperation with this movement. We fellowship with sister churches of like precious faith and practice, and support missionaries sent forth by the authority of such churches. Believing its a sin is one thing, believing its an unforgivable sin is another. WebActs 15:36,41; 16:5; I Corinthians 16:1; Galatians 1:1-3; Revelation 1:4, 10, 11. Hmm, I cant think of a better word to describe the workings of the IFB! Sin is sin and the Holy Spirit works in us to pinpoint where we need to change and this happens while we are in the word. We even have TWO. I believe this passage is a description of the IFB church Im a member of. Jesus says that if you love Him, that you will keep His words.. The Bible terms pastor, elder, and bishop refer to different responsibilities for the same office. Its never spoken but up there to read. Im so thankful for Gods grace on your life and the lives of your family. Christ died for his sin already, so he had already been forgiven by God. Its about Jesus. Scofield Bible!!!! I am also against body piercings as well. Is there any perfect , no. 52. 41. Are these points form the KJV Bible or is it carved from the principles from scriptures. I have an old high school friend here with me who started visiting churches. An independent Baptist Missionary (24 years in Romania) has posted a site The Laymans Biblical Handbook. More than 200 doctrines at http://www.thelaymansbiblicalhandbook.com/ If you have others please feel free to share in the comments section, 1. Anybody who opposes the IFB teaching is bitter Cant say that because anybody who opposes BIBLICAL teaching is spiritually blind because they dont know the truth. I will cut to the chase: my Pastor and his wife took a much needed vacation a few years ago. 7. WebIndependent Fundamental Baptist churches have fellowship one with the other and often cooperate in such endeavors as evangelism. Oh well, maybe another discussion. Rather than attack one another, perhaps understand where both are coming from? WebWe believe that Jesus gave Christians two ordinances: The Lords Supper and Baptism. I agree that God can use anything and anyone to reach people, but I can guarantee that the IFB has ulterior motives. The Duggar family, so much in the news lately, are Independent Fundamental Baptists (IFB), a loosely affiliated, singularly cultish denomination of God knows the names of his children and for anyone to accuse another of security in Christ is hypocrisy. Freedom of choice demands personal responsibility. I dont agree with this because there is nothing wrong with going to college. You can clap in church, we did that Mountain, the church I grew up though we didnt do it very often though. Mental health issues are just another health issue people have. It took exposure to more mature Christians (who were not not IFB!) 22 And when you swear by heaven, you are swearing by the throne of God and by God, who sits on the throne. I have no position or opinion of this See if you recognize any. You might I forgave through the example of Jesus. Gospel Light Baptist Church, Albany, Georgia. 10. [2] They are described by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) as "a loose network of independent churches concentrated in the U.S. connected by their belief in certain religious doctrines and a shared brand of deeply anti-LGBTQ and antisemitic teachings." If one gives because they are forced, or constrained TO GIVE, that giving does not come from the heart, and God does not honor that kind of giving. When you find Christ, you are a new creation and the spirit helps you to live a life that pleases Him, not us. Thanks for reading! your comments are offensive, you are narrow minded. I dont have a boarden to preform any religious works. For you are like whitewashed tombsbeautiful on the outside but filled on the inside with dead peoples bones and all sorts of impurity. Believe it or not I can find time to pray while at the same time not sending my loved ones to an abusive church. Such as??? Not all churches are the same and if they are teaching Bible, they do teach about sin, and it should not be to make you feel any constraint towards the pastor to get away from that sin, but to learn to have some personal conviction that their sins need to be addressed, but THEY have to make that decision. I dont deserve Gods forgiveness or even my husbands forgiveness. Members all so giving that it made me want to be a giving person. [4] Anderson has also produced videos in which he attacks the religion of Judaism and questions the official account of the Holocaust. WebWOL's Directory of Independent Baptist Churches; Independent Baptist Churches. If you think anything other than a suit and tie for men is too casual for Sundays, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 11. We believe in salvation by grace I like that about them and not just them but the whole church, because the company you keep will influence you. Peace. What your pastor told you is extremely dangerous and silly. Im sure that this was meant to be funny but I can tell that you seem bitter. Simply not true. I found this site while checking for deceptions in different denominations, starting with Mormons. Do I believe he punishes no, because Ive gone without tithing and had no awareness of punishment, but when I do tithe I find blessing of increase in physical and spiritual goods. Basically he was just marketing for his college. They try there best to live for Christ and to give God the glory for everything. Believers in a free society should influence government toward righteousness, but should not make an unholy alliance for control, influence, or favors. I dare say it would be the one you enjoy making fun of. 37. In the last days, you will get churches like you have described in your initial post, but not all of them are the same. If you believe that declining to spank your child is the equivalent to spoiling him/her, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist We believe that the ecumenical movement is a demonic attempt to unite all Christian denominations around experience to the disregard of biblical doctrine. As God's priests, we can study His Word, pray for our needs, intercede for others, offer worship, and serve in His work. 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. Im told its because when u abandon the real truth, theres hardly any hope. Ill fight against the abusive traditions and teachings of the IFB till I die. Teaching there is any unforgivable sin besides the sin of unbelief in Jesus Christ is not biblical. Clapping after special is music is wrong because it gives praise to performers rather than to God That statement is wrong. I didnt condemn other version by saying Kjv is inspired. That may mean dressing appropriately and not dis honoring your body because its a holy temple. If you question if youre truly saved or not when youre having trouble accepting that giviing 10% of your gross income is a direct commandment for all Christians and if you dont give it, youre under a curse. hypocrite. 2. There isn't much out there on the web. Those are my concerns about the 25 topics about the Independent Fundamental Baptist beliefs. JUDAH. Im truly sorry for those who were mistreated and sorry if bitterness is hurting you now. You should do something else with the time God has aloud you.Nonsense is not what people need to hear. I had a pastor who was reaching out to me in the darkest part of my life, he used a broken phone as a way to get to me, he knew I could try and fix it, so he brought it to me and, rather than berating me, after I had fixed the phone he simply asked me Would it be okay if we just prayed together? and I knew, in that moment, that he actually did care about me, he didnt ask me to come to church, didnt ask for money, didnt ask for anything except for the opportunity to pray with me. (John 3:36; Romans 14:4-12;2 Corinthians 4:2; Titus 1:9), Local church membership is restricted to individuals who give a believable testimony of personal faith in Christ and have publicly identified with Him in believer's baptism. In the past 25 years, Ive seen many children leave but very few come back. The lost in the world watch us Christians closer than we know. It seems most on here have a issue with IFB churches. If you think that three church services per week is the minimum and that you must attend all three every week (Sunday mornings, Sunday evenings, and Wednesday evenings for Bible studies which I will assume) I cant agree with this, you must attend at least one. Seeing 2 brothers in Christ debase a conversation (be it one or both parties) to snide remarks, tasteless jabs, and condescension as a form or response, makes us all look bad. Scofield came to know Christ AFTER all of that, so I dont hold that against him. I truly believe the IFB pastor and wife was just doing their job. 32. Our pastor dont take any credit he passes praise the church gives to him towards God. Like I said, Im doing repair work. If you believe women shouldnt wear pants, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 12. If your your church funnels in the inner city kids via a bus ministry We dont have a bus ministry since the city of the church I go to is small. This is just another sidetrack from the gospel of of Christ.We are to love one another and build up the church. I dont believe they bought our loyalty, because we werent of any good investment. All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: Then they paid for your reception, photographers and shower? 8. If you think that the other translations are too wordly that right there I dont like. This is because we live in this flesh. I love psychology and I love my bible I use them together with Discernment from the Holy Spirit. Please dont mistake this for a lack of respect or an attempt to minimize the seriousness of the abuse that happens among the Independent Fundamental Bapitsts. If this method were a stock, who would invest in it with such a low return. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets. Smoking, drinking, partying, dancing, listening to secular music or Contemporary music arent sinful though partying can only be sinful if you are drunk. No one is "born into the church." Matthew 6:14-15 We didnt go, but they came back the next week. 4 They crush people with unbearable religious demands and never lift a finger to ease the burden. If your eyes quickly scan down to see if a fellow female church member is wearing the acceptable skirt, dress or koulotts outside of church, and Heaven forbid shes wearing capris or pants!! Most pastors are lacking and are full of themselves because of one basic issue. lm 8:4-9; Colossians 3:9-11). I forgave and praise the lord in my life forgiveness was indeed profitable. He that loveth his wife loveth himself. That is contrary to Bible doctrine for a pastor. Theres a lot that is biblical in your post that we should want to do and some not biblical and therefore should abstain from practice. Clearly only one unforgivable sin is mentioned in the Bible (KJV even) and that isnt it. If you think that homosexuality is an unforgivable sin, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 55. Of course these cultural attachments border on the cultic, no doubt are legalistic, and hopefully will disappear eventually as the old guard depart their bondage in this life for Glory! 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. 8 Dont let anyone call you Rabbi, for you have only one teacher, and all of you are equal as brothers and sisters. Anderson, Fannin and Shelley traded accusations of financial wrongdoing and running a cult. I do believe the requirements of a bishop and deacon is the husband of one wife.1 Timothy 3:2,12 we dont look down on divorced people. People need Jesuswhats the big deal? 17. I dont think it applies to all IFB churches, the ones I grew up in didnt do some of these, but the rest definitely apply. (2 Timothy 2:15), We believe the first day of the week is the Lords Day. 55. N/A I did read it but I still dont understand their beliefs on it.. This is simply an attempt to bring some humor to the blog for the readers enjoyment. 23 For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church: and he is the saviour of the body. Some true, some not so much. as a former IFB, I read this.mmmmmm, mixing truth with deceptionI wonder the author uses, the same tactics as the serpent in the garden??? I could come to him with anything that was bothering or troubling me and he NEVER judged me or held me in contempt by making me feel like I was less than or not good enough.
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