EO responds to emails 102509

EO Responds To

Emails 10-25-09

(EMAIL) Hello sir, I saw your article on Jehovah's Witnesses. I stumbled upon this:

"if ever anything YOU should ask me in the name of me this I shall do."

You claim that the NWT has wrongly translated this, yet in the King James Version AND the American Standard Version, it says this:

"If ye shall ask anything in my name, that will I do." ASV

"If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it." KJV

Your claims are mistaken, I am sorry.

(RESPONSE) Greetings in Jesus’ name. You are both right and wrong at the same time with your email. Somehow you missed the point made in the text article about John 14:14. (I hope it wasn’t intentional, but with many JWs it would be!) That point was: The Jehovah’s Witness Greek-English translation (The Kingdom Interlinear) shows the Greek to be “ask me,” yet the Watchtower has conveniently (to save their false doctrines) omitted those words in the NWT! The Watchtower is inconsistent and dangerous.

While the ASV and KJV do not show those words, MANY reputable translations do, such as the NASB, NIV, ESV, etc., including the Watchtower’s own Greek text! (Did you know that?)

An example of a first-century Christian praying to Jesus was Stephen:

While they were stoning him, Stephen prayed, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.” (Acts 7:59)

All of this and much more info especially for JWs is found here http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/jehovah.htm

Please consider signing up for our email teachings, updates, etc. If interested, you can do that here http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/contact.htm

God bless you.

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(EMAIL about a possible new Catholic saint) ...Read the attached story below, amazing how foolish people can be.... http://www.bellinghamherald.com/255/story/1107780.html

(RESPONSE) Greetings in Jesus’ name. Thank you for sending that article. That story of a possible Catholic saint is very revealing in several ways:

■ 1. Present day Catholicism teaches its people to fallaciously pray TO “saints,” as the article and many other sources prove. Oftentimes, Catholics try to conceal (lie?) about this to give their religious system more credibility. Jesus commands us to pray TO God or himself and such are the only examples we see in Scripture (Acts 4:24 ; 7:59; etc.). NEVER are we taught to pray TO anyone else. Hence, Catholicism is shown to be unscriptural again.

■ 2. Catholic saints are often, not real saints at all. One clear example of a Catholic saint who was a heretic was Alphonsus Liguori. He was a Mary idolater, who clearly was trusting in Mary for his salvation. The Catholic church has elevated him even beyond sainthood to being one of the couple dozen doctors in their church! Modern day post Vatican Council II has never changed this deception, but should it? The so called changes in Catholicism since Vatican Council II were only surface changes. They are just as wrong now as before Vatican Council II.

To be a modern day saint in Catholicism, one must be declared such by the Vatican after their physical death and that comes about as a result of miracles through that person’s intercession to God for the one in need. The truth is: All Christians, with no exception, are saints (1 Cor. 6:1; etc.) and that is while they are still alive and miracles have nothing to do with it.

Dangerously, it is implied by Catholicism that all miracles are from God when that is definitely NOT true. The devil can actually be the source of miracles too! It is very important to know this, especially in our day. Please read this http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/miracles.htm

■ 3. Catholicism gives the picture that their saints are around God’s throne and can influence God in our behalf through their intercessions more than our own. Many of the same Catholic saints were like Alphonsus Liguori, but to a lesser degree! By this view, Catholicism gives the impression that the Christian now cannot pray effectively TO God directly because he/she is not holy enough.

■ 4. Catholicism also sets up those saints as examples, instead of the Lord Jesus and Biblical saints, such as Paul. Scripture is our guide (2 Tim. 3:16,17), not the Vatican or a Catholic priest.

I know you know at least some of this. GOD BLESS YOU....

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(EMAIL) We appreciate your ministry and efforts to awaken people to the great errors of our day. Everywhere I look or listen, the gospel seems to be simply to "trust Jesus" for your salvation. Is this all the response that people need have to the gospel in order to be saved? If I trust Christ Jesus will all my heart for His salvation of me, is that all that is necessary for me to be born again. And if I only trust Christ with all my heart till I die, will that ensure me Eternal salvation? Looking forward to your thoughts on this. God Bless.

(RESPONSE) Greetings in Jesus’ name. James 2 shows an important aspect of saving faith, which many overlook. The Bible declares that the faith IN JESUS which will save from Hell, is a faith which OBEYS. It is a faith which SUBMITS TO GOD. It is FOLLOWING JESUS. It is DOING GOD’S WILL. It includes REPENTANCE. One is saved at the point of a trusting-submitting faith IN JESUS. To enter God’s kingdom after death we must endure the hatred which comes from being a follower of Jesus. Hence, we will need an ENDURING FAITH IN JESUS to enter. To merely give lip service to trust in Jesus for salvation is false and a great way to end up in eternal fire in the end!

While all of the aforementioned is a detailed explanation, some Catholics (and others), need the message of: TRUST IN JESUS magnified, because they are trusting in being a Catholic, Mary, the sacraments, etc. instead of Jesus. Also, many Scriptures show that one must OBEY JESUS to have salvation, but people sometimes start trusting in their own obedience, instead of JESUS. That is also part of the reason why we sometimes emphasize TRUST IN JESUS 100% FOR SALVATION (with obedience to God implied). Have you read this http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/salvationps.htm GOD BLESS YOU.

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(EMAIL) Do you believe that you can lose your salvation? If so, how can one get it back? Is it possible to get it back? Is it by works that you are saved? Do you have an understanding of what grace is? Has anyone in your organization sinned since they were saved? Have they been lost since that happened or did they WORK their way back? Are you basing your conclusions on the King James Version or do you have Hebrew and Greek backgrounds to back you views?

Keep on working to achieve that salvation you hope to have and see where it will lead you....

(RESPONSE) Greetings in Jesus’ name. The Bible repeatedly teaches a righteous person can die spiritually http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/spiritualdeath.htm If a person loses his salvation, he can get it back the same way Jesus taught. The Lord taught the prodigal became alive again after he turned away from wickedness to serve the Father (Lk. 15:24,32).

We believe that we are saved by grace (Eph. 2:8,9) but we can fall from grace (Gal. 5:2-4). We are justified by faith (Rom. 5:1) but our faith can become shipwrecked (1 Tim. 1:19,20) and cease to exist (Lk. 8:13; Rom. 11:19-23). We are not under the law (Rom. 6:14,15) but if you live according to the sinful nature you will die (Rom. 8:13). Paul taught against legalism (Gal. 5:3,4) but he also taught that no immoral, impure or greedy person has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God (Eph. 5:5-7). We are not saved by works (Eph. 2:8,9) but to reap eternal life and not destruction you must sow to please the Spirit and not the sinful nature (Gal. 6:8,9). God is faithful to us (1 Jn. 1:9; 1 Cor. 10:13) but we must be faithful to him to the very end of our lives to escape the lake of fire or second death (Rev. 2:10,11). God surely loves us (Jn. 3:16; Mk. 10:21; Rom. 8:35-39) but those who inherit the kingdom of God love God (Jam 2:5; 1 Cor. 2:9) and to love God means to obey his commands (Jn. 14:15; 1 Jn. 5:3). We have freedom in Christ (Gal. 5:1) but this freedom is not to indulge the sinful nature (Gal. 5:13; 1 Pet 2:16).

All sins are not the same in their effect on our souls. Some sins are greater than others (Jn. 19:11). One type is eternal (Mk. 3:29), while others are not. Another type of sin is uniquely against our bodies, while other sins are outside our bodies (1 Cor. 6:18). 1 Jn. 5:16 declares there is a sin that does not lead to death while there is a sin that leads to death. Sins such as worry (Phil. 4:6), unthankfulness (Col. 2:7, 3:15; Lk. 17:11-18) and not being completely humble and gentle (Eph. 4:2) are not included in any of the lists of sins that will send people to the lake of fire, even if they were once saved. However, other sins certainly will send any person to hell if they die unrepentant, even a person who was once saved. (See 1 Cor. 6:9,10; Rev. 21:8; Gal. 5:19-21; Eph. 5:5,6; Jude 7; Rev. 22:15; etc.).

The KJV is not the final authority on what God’s word says. Remember: the KJV is only a translation of the Bible and nothing more! The Bible is the Hebrew and Greek manuscripts, not any translation.

You imply that we are unsaved because we know we must endure to the end to be saved, as Scripture teaches (Mt. 10:22; Heb. 3:14; Rev. 2:10,11). You have been brainwashed to the place you don’t seem teachable. Hopefully, that is not the case, since it is YOUR SOUL which is in jeopardy, not ours.

Please consider getting our 801 page book refuting eternal security entitled, "The Believer's Conditional Security." There is MUCH in it that can help you better understand this salvation related subject. http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/whatsnew.htm This book is the most exhaustive and comprehensive refutation to eternal security ever written. It has never been refuted and never will, even though thousands of Baptists ministers have it!

Remember Gal. 6:8,9 is a SALVATION passage not a rewards passage. GOD BLESS YOU.

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(EMAILS) Dude your awesome. I love your cd though I'm a king james only person you make us sound like we worhip it while really it's just the most plainly simply writen one now I won't hound you on this but I have to know I love being a young earth creationist I hope you are to are you? long earth creationism is probaly way more dangerous than eternal security or most othr thangs... keep up the good work bye!

(RESPONSE) Greetings in Jesus’ name. Thanks for the kind words (I think?). The truth is: The KJV is probably the HARDEST OF ALL ENGLISH TRANSLATIONS TO UNDERSTAND. You and I know YOU cannot understand what it is says! Be honest with yourself for your own good.

Few doctrines are as dangerous as eternal security. ANY person who teaches this has been grossly misled somehow, regardless what he might teach otherwise. Please don’t be deceived. This can help you better understand Biblical grace http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/cat1c.htm

Please consider signing up for our weekly email teachings, updates, etc. If interested, you can do that here http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/contact.htm

Remember Gal. 6:8,9 is a SALVATION passage not a rewards passage. GOD BLESS YOU.

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(EMAIL) I do not believe that the reason you are an enemy of the KJV is because it is difficult to understand, even though that is what you claim. I believe that you are an enemy of the KJV because you are an enemy of the cross, despite what you may claim. We can have all the right words, know all the right verses, know all the history of the origin of each version, and still not know the God of the bible. The Devil presents himself as an angel of light, and his ministers as workers of righteousness. I believe that you are upset because you are frustrated; it is frustrating to want to understand the bible, to put so much effort into acquiring knowledge, and yet never come to the knowledge of the truth.

It is funny, just as an aside, that because YOU cannot understand the KJV, you project that onto others. I am sorry to disappoint you, but I have not any difficulty with the KJV and I am not overly intelligent; in fact, I have read it since I was 6. It is also funny that for generations, children were able to understand the KJV, and yet now you say it is too difficult even for adults. I know many children who prove your conclusion to be faulty.

The scriptures, not the Devil, are quite clear that 'Salvation is of the Lord'. There is no way to add to or subtract from that. If my acquirement of salvation has something to do with me, than it is not, as the scriptures claim, to be of the Lord. If I have to work to keep my salvation, than it is not, as the scriptures say, of the Lord. I do not need to join your study group, but you do need to read the espitle that Paul wrote to the Galatians.

I find it offensive that you would open your letter with the name of Jesus, yet distorte His salvation as though it in anyway depended on you.

I am saddened that whatever it is you have, or think you have, is not what I have. God has given me something, though I never did nor will deserve it, that I know I have, and know can never be taken. It is Christ that condemns, so how is it that He will condemn me as I am in Him and He in me? He would have to condemn Himself. Romans would be beneficial for you to read as well.

(RESPONSE) Greetings in Jesus’ name. How you or any KJV onlyite could tell another that you can understand that translation shows how one can be self-deceived. You should know by now you can’t understand the KJV, but somehow you have convinced yourself you can! Since I spent years in the KJV when I was a new Christian I know the frustration and confusion it creates for people who want to understand God’s truth. This is fact! Others have written us over the years about the KJV, acknowledging the same.

Let’s say, for a moment, you are the one exception of all the KJV onlyites and you really can understand that translation (and even pronounce those weird words). Please explain the following to me by ONLY READING THE KJV and no other translation, etc.:

O ye Corinthians, our mouth is open unto you, our heart is enlarged. Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own bowels. (2 Cor 6:11,12, KJV)

To make the problem much worse for you, you are embracing the first lie of the devil to mankind by believing in Calvinism’s once saved always saved. Remember, one can get out of Christ and therefore get condemned. We believe that we are saved by grace (Eph. 2:8,9) but we can fall from grace (Gal. 5:2-4). We are justified by faith (Rom. 5:1) but our faith can become shipwrecked (1 Tim. 1:19,20) and cease to exist (Lk. 8:13; Rom. 11:19-23). We are not under the law (Rom. 6:14,15) but if you live according to the sinful nature you will die (Rom. 8:13). Paul taught against legalism (Gal. 5:3,4) but he also taught that no immoral, impure or greedy person has any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God (Eph. 5:5-7). We are not saved by works (Eph. 2:8,9) but to reap eternal life and not destruction you must sow to please the Spirit and not the sinful nature (Gal. 6:8,9). God is faithful to us (1 Jn. 1:9; 1 Cor. 10:13) but we must be faithful to him to the very end of our lives to escape the lake of fire or second death (Rev. 2:10,11). God surely loves us (Jn. 3:16; Mk. 10:21; Rom. 8:35-39) but those who inherit the kingdom of God love God (Jam 2:5; 1 Cor. 2:9) and to love God means to obey his commands (Jn. 14:15; 1 Jn. 5:3). We have freedom in Christ (Gal. 5:1) but this freedom is not to indulge the sinful nature (Gal. 5:13; 1 Pet 2:16).

Please consider getting our 801 page book refuting eternal security entitled, "The Believer's Conditional Security." There is MUCH in it that can help you better understand this salvation related subject. http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/whatsnew.htm This book is the most exhaustive and comprehensive refutation to eternal security ever written. It has never been refuted and never will, even though thousands of Baptists ministers have it!

Remember Gal. 6:8,9 is a SALVATION passage not a rewards passage. GOD BLESS YOU.

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(EMAIL) I greet you in the name of our Lord Jesus. I think the reply by Jesus in Lk 11: 27-28 also applies to Mary. She heard the Lord God Speak to her and she obeyed his will . So Jesus in that reply is implicitly also talking about his mother. Read Lk 1: 39-45. . It is a undeniable fact that a young virgin called Mary was the mother of God our Lord Jesus the Christ. So she is special by just that , being directly involved in the divine motherhood for God’s Salvation plan for Mankind.

(RESPONSE) Greetings in Jesus’ name. Let’s take a close look at Lk. 11:27,28:

As Jesus was saying these things, a woman in the crowd called out, “Blessed is the mother who gave you birth and nursed you.” He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.”

The Lord Jesus publicly corrected the Catholic-like woman who exalted and praised Mary merely on the basis that she gave him birth and nursed him. How is it that you can read that correction/rebuke given, because of what that deceived woman said, and indirectly say in so many words that Jesus was wrong? What is the problem? WHY can’t you believe what Jesus said? Jesus wants us to believe what he taught, not reject it! Please read Lk. 11:27,28 again carefully.

This might help you http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/maryofbible.htm

GOD BLESS YOU.

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(EMAIL) I have read your book, The Believer's Conditional Security, and feel that it is an amazing work. Many sections I have read multiple times. I have written down almost 100 key Bible verses that you have used to refute OSAS. I have a computer-based flash-card program that I have used to memorize almost all of these verses. I have enjoyed listening to and learning from your conversations with those who believe that there can be security in sin and rebellion. I currently attend a Baptist church that teaches OSAS. I have made it known to the pastor that I would like to have a serious discussion with him on this topic. I have memorized all the verses in the King James Version, not because I prefer this version, but because I want to effectively persuade him. I am waiting to hear back from him. I thank you for your book and website. I now believe that I can effectively refute this false doctrine. Your ministry has been a wonderful blessing. Sincerely,

(RESPONSE) Greetings in Jesus’ name. Thank you for the kind encouraging words. We likewise believe if a person would familiarize himself with various Scriptures related to the believer’s security, as you have done, he should with ease be able to effectively refute the counterfeit grace teaching known as once saved always saved. Your diligence to help others with this salvation issue will splash back on you with blessings, as we have experienced.

Please remember: The “pastor” you hope to help with this doctrine would lose his ministry and source of income, if he changed! Hence, very few are willing to do that even though it would be for their best by far. We have seen this MANY times during our ministry. People think their pastors are truth-loving, when they are actually truth-resisting! It, nonetheless, is important for you to give him the truth and a warning so his “blood” won’t be on your hands.

It is also important for you to leave that poison-spreading congregation ASAP. As you know, the plan of salvation has been distorted to such a degree there that many people think sin for a Christian can never bring forth spiritual death and therefore are not guarded and keeping themselves from sin, as they should. Your presence in that environment and financial support is actually helping to spread that venom and hurting the cause of God. John taught one can share in the “evil” work of a false teacher (2 John 9-11). We must all be careful.

We are in a dark time. Sin and false doctrine saturate almost all congregations. Many can’t find real grace teaching. Hence, we started our weekly internet church. Please consider signing up for our email teachings, updates, etc. If interested, you can do that here http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/contact.htm

GOD BLESS YOU. Heb. 3:14.

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