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КРЪЩЕНИЕТО – НЕОБХОДИМО ИЛИ НЕ?

КРЪЩЕНИЕТО – НЕОБХОДИМО ИЛИ НЕ?

Бихте ли могли да напишете блог по темата за кръщението. Моето разбиране е, че когато опознаеш Бог и му се довериш напълно, идва момент, в който решаваш да предадеш живота си на волята на Исус и да го следваш на 100%.

Кръщението символизира покаянието от греховния/егоистичен живот и новорождението в Исус Христос. С него човек открито изявява промяната в сърцето си и желанието/посвещението си да живее като Христос и да развива характер, подобен на Христовия. Така ли е? Бихте ли могли също така да засегнете въпроса дали кръщението е необходимо условие за спасението и на кой етап от християнския път на човека трябва да се мисли за кръщение? Ще ви бъда много благодарен, ако споделите Вашето разбиране за смисъла и значението на кръщението. Благодаря Ви предварително. Бог да Ви благослови.

Кръщението има буквално и символично значение. Буквалното значение е, че нашия ум, сърце и характер се потапят в Исус Христос и ние се отказваме от себе си, преставаме да живеем за себе си, “умираме” за себе си и започваме да живеем нов живот, воден от любов към Бога и другите. Това се демонстрира символично чрез ритуала, наречен кръщение. Този ритуал сам по себе си няма силата да очисти, спаси, изцели или обнови вярващия. Това е просто публично действие, при което човек бива потопен във вода, което символизира смъртта на стария живот на егоизъм, измиването му от Духа и възкресяването му за нов живот в Христос.

Буквалното кръщение  (умът/ сърцето да бъдат потопени в Христос чрез Светия Дух) е задължително условие за спасението. Именно това потапяне в Христос чрез присъствието на Светия Дух обновява сърцето, написва закона върху сърцето и ума (Евр. 8:10), обрязва сърцето, като по този начин ни преобразява по образа на Христос. Приемането на Христос в сърцето е единственото средство за спасение. Това потапяне на ума/сърцето/характера в Христос изисква човек свободно да избере да се предаде с доверие на Бога.

Символичното кръщение с потапяне във вода не е задължително условие за спасението. Разбойникът на кръста не е бил кръстен със символично кръщение, но сърцето му буквално е било потопено в Христос и обновено от Духа.

Ритуалът на кръщението може да бъде извършен по много причини, но само една от тях е духовно значима. Човек може да се кръсти ритуално (във вода), защото родителите му очакват да го направи, приятелите му го правят, годеницата му няма да се омъжи за него, ако не го направи, и т.н. Такова кръщение е безсмислено, защото мотивите за извършването му са себични и по този начин публичният акт на умиране за себе си и поставянето начало на живот за Бога и другите е лъжа.

Изпълнението на ритуала на публично кръщение има смисъл, само когато човек е преживял потапяне на сърцето и ума си в Христос, умрял е за егоизма си и от този момент живее нов живот на любов към Бога и другите и иска публично да засвидетелства този факт.

По-долу е моята перифраза на 1 Кор. 1:10-17 относно кръщението:

1:10 Братя и сестри, като посланик на нашия Господ Исус Христос, ви призовавам да постигнете съгласие помежду си относно истината за Бога, както е разкрита от Исус, и да бъдете напълно единомислени и единодушни в отношението и мотивите си относно прекрасния характер и методи на Бога. 11 Братя и сестри мои, чух от някои от домашните на Хлоя, че между вас са се появили разногласия и спорове. 12 Явно някои са загубили основния фокус относно истината за Бога, както е разкрита от Исус, защото един от вас казва: “Аз съм ученик на Павел”; друг: “Аз се придържам към учението на Аполос”; трети: “Аз принадлежа към ордена на Петър”; а четвърти: “Аз следвам Христос”.

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Testimony 31

It was very touching to hear the testimony of your class share how viewing God’s true character has changed their lives. My feelings are the same – there is so much freedom in knowing that God LOVES me – regardless of my… just, REGARDLESS! I’m still blown away by the true gospel, the fact that God is not ready to strike us when we fail. He is not arbitrary. He simply loves us and warns of the natural consequences because He can’t stand to see us suffer. I AM IN LOVE WITH THIS GOD!!!

Ceil V.,  UT, USA

 

Testimony 63

I’ve been very blessed by “The God Shaped Brain” and this ministry, through video and podcast, over the last few years. It’s truly opened up my eyes more to the truth about God and the importance of that truth in the present world. The message is so inviting, freeing and enlightening and MORE people need to know about it. I believe it is the last message that can truly, not only prepare a people for salvation and translation, but vindicate the character of God.

Michael V., Yonkers, NY, USA

 

Testimony 70

I have been watching you for many years and have learned to love God with all my heart. I was raised by a loving Christian mother that had been lied to about who God really was, so our religious upbringing was hell fire and damnation. As soon as I was old enough and moved out, I not only left the church, I ran as fast as I could to get away from it. Sad to say, it wasn’t until the past couple of years that I learned and understand who my Father really is and how much He loves me. I understand God’s Design Laws (which make sense) and when I’m teaching my church Bible study class, I’m able to really put to use the things I’ve been learning and Holy Spirit is leading. Thank you for introducing me to my Father of true, pure love. Everyday with Him is new and exciting. One thing that breaks my heart is that I didn’t know Him sooner. God Bless you and your ministry!

Judy Phelps, Reno, NV, USA

Testimony 1

Thank you! I love listening to the Come And Reason Ministries Bible study classes and am using some of your notes to get the lessons together that I will be teaching. You always have such good quotes and Bible texts and pull things together to make good sense.

T. C., IN, USA

 

Testimony 56

I cannot thank you enough for opening my understanding to the beautiful truth of God’s Law of Love and how it applies to everything. I have been a Christian for over forty years, but I feel like I am only now seeing with my eyes open. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!

Tammy Cinzio, Australia

 

Testimony 75

Thank you so much for everything you do! Because of all these truths, I’m excited to be with Jesus! I always pray everyday, “COME TODAY, JESUS.” Before finding C&R, I was always praying for delays, “NOT TODAY OH GOD. I AM NOT READY.” I just need to share more, talk more bout this truth, so everybody will be excited for Jesus.

J C Shin

Testimony 13

I borrowed “Healing The Mind” DVDs from a friend and showed them at my home for a small gathering of women friends. Neither of my friends are Adventist, but they both enjoyed and embraced the messages you taught. In fact, one of the ladies prayed out loud in our group and that was the first time she had ever had public prayer.

J.B. ,Dalles, OR, USA

 

Testimony 45

I have been confused for years about what [christianity] calls [its] most disgusting teaching. It has never made much sense to me and for that reason has been evermore empty. I have listened to your class off and on and have struggled determining what is truth, because of the resistance design law encounters in the church. So, I thank God for your ministry. What you teach makes sense. It’s logical and backed up by the power of love. I have never seen that in Christ until now. I am astounded by the insight that is found when we look at God’s ministry through design law. All strength to this message, as I believe it to be the power of God.

Brendon S.

 

Testimony 71

When I was 9 years old, I remember setting at our devotional table with a hunger and thirst for God that wanted more, deeper, BETTER. I can remember literally crying and pounding on the table, “I know these teachers didn’t mean to give us error. They taught what THEY had been TAUGHT, but didn’t ANYBODY READ THE BOOK?!?!?” It mattered to me then. It mattered to me as a teenager. It matters now as I teach bible classes. It didn’t have to be so hard as I watched so many give up and lay God’s great plan and gift of salvation aside as being “impossible.” Then, a friend sent me a link to Come And Reason’s website. I grew excited. YES! FINALLY! Then another friend told me to stay away, saying her son had just broken up with a girl because she was involved with Come And Reason and that “Tim Jennings preaches a false gospel.” But, AFTER many years of developing an authentic and, dare I say FUN relationship with Jesus, through the Holy Spirit I see this message has been around a LONG time, since the apostle Paul, Ellen White, Graham Maxwell, Ray Foucher, and yourself (though I admit, you’ve made me back up, rewind and replay the clips, and get out my well-worn Bible on a few things.) I’m so thankful I have found LIGHT during these DARK days. I am not alone.

Vicki DiNitto

Testimony 53

I was so blessed by a friend who gave me your book, “The God Shaped Brain,” while I was sitting in church asking God to please help me learn more about Him and help me not to be so confused and scared. That was about 2 years ago. Your books have helped me to love God even more. I’m not confused or scared anymore! I have listened to all of your bible study classes and feel like I know the wonderful people that attend every week. Thank you for all that you’re doing in spreading the true message about God and His law of love. God bless you and your whole class.

Elssy P., Modesto, CA, USA

 

Testimony 28

I have been following your Bible study class for about a year now. I must say I am impressed with how your ministry has grown. I took it upon myself to listen to all your lesson podcasts from the past and they have both enriched me physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. I have learnt a lot from this class. I have also noticed how the class has grown in spiritual strength. One of the things that benefited me is that now I am not afraid of God. I use to be, but now it has melted away. The second thing is that you helped me to have a real life relationship with God. Now He is my friend that was always there and I love having him with me all the time. Thirdly, because of this class, it inspired me to take over and lead a class. I have called it “Let Us Reason Together,” adapting your inquisitive style and creating a class of free thinkers.

T. Banda, Malawi, Africa

 

Testimony 48

I just want to tell you how blessed I have been reading “The Remedy!” It has become a daily part of my devotional relationship with God. In it I have found a God of love and a God that loves me! The bible has come alive for me! It is the first time that I can say that I have felt hope fill my heart as I have read God’s word. This is good news I can share! Thank you, Dr Jennings! Thank you for your heart for others. I can’t put into words how this has set me free! It has strengthened my trust and love for God.

Jason H.

 

Testimony 11

I would love to have a copy of “Healing the Mind” DVDs to have in my therapy office. I enjoy having clients check out materials to enhance their therapy experience. I have sat under Dr. Jennings’ teaching at an American Association of Christian Counselors convention and respect his work greatly.

K.B., LA, USA

 

Testimony 37

Hearing Dr. Jennings’ presentations in person came at a pivotal moment in my spiritual journey that began about nine months ago, when the fault lines inherent in my belief system began to crack under questions that most reasonable people end up asking about God and His nature. These were questions I couldn’t find answers to, and they shook my faith. I was unable let it go any longer and be satisfied. My Christian experience became distant. I was afraid; the fear in me rose like thorns, pushing me away from Jesus. And then someone heard my questions and introduced me to this ministry, and my life has totally changed.

I can tell you that this new, “present truth” message is far grander and life-changing than when I shifted from being an agnostic and then a nominal Christian. It has radically altered my worldview, because it reveals a God that makes sense. It is a revolution. I believe that Dr. Jennings’ message is the final message that must go to the world. If any message could be called “righteousness by faith,” as abused as that term is by the right and the left, this is that message, because Jennings’ biblical message identifies a God who is different, whose character isn’t an impossible contradiction.

I walk this path now without fear. I see people differently, and the Holy Spirit burns in my heart. Many call Dr. Jennings’ message false and compromising, but it isn’t false, because I’ve seen the fruits within my mind and body. It is not compromising, because in this message is the only road to holiness that makes any sense. No longer do I behold a pagan god who is always angry and suspicious. Instead, I behold a God who is freeing and loving, always working for our good, and giving me every reason to love my enemy even to my own death, just as Jesus pleads with us. God is good.

Anthony L., CA, USA

 

Testimony 50

After coming into contact with Come And Reason Ministries, I can finally say that many of my unanswered questions have fallen into place. I discovered that my view of God’s Law was “imposed laws and rules” with “imposed punishments” and that this was the major culprit of my many unanswered questions. Thanks be to God for using you and those around you to help us who have struggled with this “infection” of thought. I have now rejected the “imposed law” concept to fully embrace “Design Law”… to look thru “Design Law,” instead of “imposed law,” is a relief.

Viliami L., Australia