Me and my husband got saved 3 1/2 years ago at an IFB church. Hmm, I cant think of a better word to describe the workings of the IFB! Their testimony is great Im sure they won more people to the lord than you. are the result of sin and poor choices, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 46. While God hates divorce, but we should help those who are divorce so they can grow spiritually. In thinking back, I see that the church was filled with tiny idols like that. 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. It seems most on here have a issue with IFB churches. JUDAH. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets. In 1974 Kenneth Chrismans father passed away. 3 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brothers eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? You got me I am an IFB college grad. I only hope that you will see it before too long. Yes, we have strife and faults and hypocrites. If you believe that everyone who opposes IFB doctrine is just bitter, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 48. 34. G. M. Matheny. Clearly only one unforgivable sin is mentioned in the Bible (KJV even) and that isnt it. My jabs are defensive in nature. I am pretty conservative, but find some of this stuff outright ridiculous! I rarely post on random pages I stumbled upon but by his reaction, he didnt think Dave intended to be offensive to prove a point. Why dont you focus on the log in your own eye then you might be able to see the speck in my eye. Everyone has sent in their life. For you are careful to tithe even the tiniest income from your herb gardens, but you ignore the more important aspects of the lawjustice, mercy, and faith. Im not sure where your pastor got that from, but its not in the Bible. operating or proceeding inconspicuously but with grave effect. Was so funny reading it, one thing that struck me is if an outsider were to read it theyd be incredulous, wondering how we stuck with it for so long. Are these points form the KJV Bible or is it carved from the principles from scriptures. Thanks for being thankful for the grace God has giving us. Does the lord convict me when I miss? Im sad to here that fellow Christians cant get along, and I will start praying for all Churchs to be revived. I am a member of an IFB church, Many things on the above list dont apply to the church I attend or those with which I have had the opportunity to attend. I respond to IFB jabs, sometimes that requires a jab back. 2 Corinthians 2:10 is a guideline not a command. Looks like youve forgotten to include haircuts (length and style of hair). 7 They love to receive respectful greetings as they walk in the marketplaces, and to be called Rabbi.. I have scriptures on my walls that are from other versions. I like that about them and not just them but the whole church, because the company you keep will influence you. My pastor and his wife sent evil. We believe in the natural divisions of Scriptures as a basis for study. 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. 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). We believe in verbal, plenary inspiration in the original writings, and God's preservation of His pure words to every generation (II Timothy 3:16, Psalms 12:6-8). If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 6 And they love to sit at the head table at banquets and in the seats of honor in the synagogues. Im truly sorry for those who were mistreated and sorry if bitterness is hurting you now. Yes, believers disagree, theres nothing wrong with that. Many of these, yes are extreme, be we also need to not be compromising in some areas. Any ways God is good and can use any church to reach anyone it all depends on if you as an individual will receive his free gift of salvation, because God is that powerful. 10 And dont let anyone call you Teacher, for you have only one teacher, the Messiah. 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. The pastors name is Kevin Draganac. I aint got any place to judge anyone because in all honesty i have messed up in life a lot. It teaches parents to use their authority to prod, guide, and correct their children. or any combination of the above isnt really saved because of that/those behavior(s), you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 52. I believe tithing is good and God blesses those who tithe. Its NOT ABOUT US! I had a free apartment, food stamps, government phone, and a $60.. utility check every month. Oh yes, and he forgot the most important, essential factorrelated to KJV reliancevirtual ignorance of and illiteracy in biblical Hebrew and Greek!!!!!!!! 38. The membership Again its too legalistic. Do you realize this was written as humorous piece ? I agree some are or at least seem to be what most consider legalistic. First get rid of the log in your own eye; then you will see well enough to deal with the speck in your friends eye. It didnt raise red flags for me. (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). 28 So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. Everything is about Him, He is a jealous God. If you believe that the IFB isnt a denomination because they are Independent, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 37. We didnt go, but they came back the next week. A friendly fellowship group for members of local New Testament Independent Baptist churches. Thanks for reading! 27 What sorrow awaits you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees. 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). And as the word independent implies, we are not all alike. There are those who are called to rebuke abusive religious practices. Im sure that this was meant to be funny but I can tell that you seem bitter. If your child is behaving like a child but you think they are rebellious, misbehaving, mischevious, etc. Smoking, drinking, partying, dancing, listening to secular music or Contemporary music arent sinful though partying can only be sinful if you are drunk. Hypocrites! 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. For they dont practice what they teach. We believe that man was created in the image and likeness of God, but that in Adam's sin the race fell, inherited a sinful nature, and became alienated from God; and therefore man is totally depraved, and, of himself, utterly unable to remedy his lost conditin (Genesis 1: 26- 27; Romans 3: 2 2-23; Ephesians 2 : 1-3, 12). We believe that God created the entire universe in six literal, twenty-four-hour days (Genesis 1:1-27). (2 Timothy 2:15), We believe the first day of the week is the Lords Day. Its the inspired word of God. Does he always heal people no. She told her son Kenneth, who was 16, he had to start attending the academy and the church with her. It emphasizes love at the expense of truth. 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? I wonder sometimes if the pastor didnt hit one of your sins and instead of getting you under conviction, you just got angry. These Independent Fundamental Baptists appear to be inconsistent, and so misguided. 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. The Bible gives qualifications for each office. Forget the past and move on to do those things that shine light to the lost, edify the saints, and glorify God. No one is "born into the church." Using guitars in church is too liberal That was not the case at the church I grew up in when the last pastor I had when he came to Mountain Church of Christ when he first arrived (which is instrumental though membership is small). We told to get married. 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. The women that I befriended in this church will always be my sister in Christ. 30. I dont deserve Gods forgiveness or even my husbands forgiveness. Its method of operation is subversive. We believe that all the redeemed, once saved are kept by God's power and are thus secure in Christ forever. We believe in one Triune God, eternally existing in three personsFather, Son, and Holy Spirit, co-eternal in being, co-identical in nature, co-equal in power and glory, and having the same attributes and perfections (Deuteronomy 6:4; II Corinthians 13:14). Correction is my discernment. [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. For you cross land and sea to make one convert, and then you turn that person into twice the child of hell you yourselves are! If you want a discussion ask for one. When you find Christ, you are a new creation and the spirit helps you to live a life that pleases Him, not us. Baptists are traditionally strong believers in Biblical authority. The two are completely unrelated. You can read some of them in the comments section and in the testimonial section here: https://baptistdeception.com/testimonials/. From my perspective turning people away from the IFB is turning them towards God. Gods will was for me to forgive. 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. Anderson and other New IFB pastors have praised the Orlando gay nightclub shooting. See if you recognize any. Its my calling and my ministry. We only care when we see new faces in the church, whether guests or new members. Instead of reprimanding me why dont you pray for the lost? (Acts 2:41-47; 1 Corinthians 12:12,18; 2 Corinthians 6:14; Hebrews 10:23-25), Scripture mandates two offices for the local church: Pastor and Deacon. 28 Outwardly you look like righteous people, but inwardly your hearts are filled with hypocrisy and lawlessness. If you look down on people who are divorced, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 38. You are quick to throw in a jab about how much you dislike them, but cannot tolerate anyone saying different. And, aside from the ones you mentioned that are truly sinful (i.e, #17, #53), and the ones that are just inaccurate (i.e, #13, #16, #35), some of these are interesting picks to end up on the list. 24 Blind guides! I have no belief, opinion, or position of this We believe that the Scriptures are inerrant, infallible, and God-breathed. The two are completely unrelated. 2. We believe that , lesbianism, bisexuality, bestiality, incest, fornication, adultery, and pornography are perversions of God's intended purposes and therefore, sin. We believe that the Holy Spirit is the Person who reproves the world of sin, of righteousness, and of judgment; and that He is the Supernatural Agent in regeneration, indwelling all believers and sealing them unto the day of redemption (John 16:8-11; II Corinthians 3:6; Romans 8:9; Ephesians 1:13-14). 9 And dont address anyone here on earth as Father, for only God in heaven is your Father. 45. We believe his power is supernatural, yet limited; and that he cannot act without the permission of God (Job 1:6-12; I John 4:4). Most Christians believe everything in the Bible. We believe that the strict, literal interpretation of the Bible makes us Baptists. Attending all three, in my opinion, is optional. Most people find it hard to swallow that anyone really thinks that way at all. Teaching there is any unforgivable sin besides the sin of unbelief in Jesus Christ is not biblical. 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. And if a lost person were to stumble upon this page and read your list and how you respond to any differing opinions, would you be helping plant a seed? Even when the family goes on vacation, we go to church. )(yikes), because I never want to put that church building and hierarchy that rules it above Christ. Everyone has health issues. G.F.F. We believe that the clear message of salvation is repentance toward God and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ (Acts 20:21). 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. I love devotions with the Lord. The parable of the prodigal son is talking about Israel the younger and Judah the elder. I also KNOW the areas that Hes not pleased with as I choose to hold on to that which the Bible clearly states as sin. 7 You hypocrites! If your pastor is telling you otherwise hes a heretic. I have 3 children I sometimes spank I sometimes lecture. 29 What sorrow awaits you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees. We reject any teaching that abortions of pregnancies due to rape, incest, birth defects, gender selection, birth or population control, or the mental well-being of the mother are acceptable. If you believe that doing, saying, thinking, etc. Is to help you find a bible believing church, an Independent Fundamental Baptist Church, that seeks to serve and honor the Lord Jesus Christ. Many Christians believe some of these distinctives, but true Baptists believe them all. Womens should not wear pants This is not the case at my congregation. All churches are full of sinful people, including the pastor. No, because thats not Gods will. If you look down on people who are divorce That is absolutely wrong. Basically he was just marketing for his college. If you think that having a disagreement with a fellow Christian means that you are sowing discord with the brethren, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 53. IFB church members know how to laugh and have fun. (Job 3:16; Psalm 51:5; 139:14-16; Isaiah 44:24; 49:1, 5; Jeremiah 1:5; 20:15-18; Luke 1:44), We believe that God has ordained and created all authority which consists of three basic institutions: (1) the home, (2) the church, and (3) the state. You might be a hypocrite if you dedicate a whole website to exposing deception while using it.??? 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. The IFB church I attend preaches cleaning the heart not performing works. 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. We believe the King James Bible to be inerrant. We reject all cooperation with this movement. They are usually so full of themselves, because they went straight from salvation to knowledge, and Peter says to add to your faith virtue, and THEN go to knowledge, 2 Peter 1:5. I understand others dont like hearing God gave inspiration to the Kjv, but its true. Jesus Christ is the mediator between God and man. The church never knew our problems but god did. Praise God because us getting married and having faith we both grew. If you refuse to eat at a restaurant because they serve alcoholic beverages, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 27. My husband sinned, and wanted forgiveness. Many churches are about the money, as is some of their pastors. We did 2 weeks of counseling and got married at the end of our last session. Now, I am a 25 year old women with 3 children a 4, 2, and 7 month old and my Husband is 26. God divorced Israel but Not judah..Jesus is the Lion of the tribe of WHAT?? This is the only church Ive been to, so I just awsume all Churchs are loving, caring, forgiving, honest, and strive to bring glory to god and its just sad to here that thats not the case. Great job adding a bit of levity! I was married when I attended before and now as a divorced woman, I know I probably would be looked down upon. Out of over 30 , maybe 5 in 25 years If you first came to church because Brother Dave or Brother Mike knocked on your door and invited you, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist.