Discerning the New Birth

by ricks 30. March 2011 01:12
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So how do we know if we are reborn as we discussed in Titus 3:4-8 (or if your child is reborn)? Here are some clear evidences of rebirth from 1 John 5:1; 3:9; 2:29; 4:7; 5:3-4.

  1. Do I believe in Jesus as my Savior and Lord presently and continuously? 1 John 5:1: "Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ, has been born of God."
  2. Am I turning from sin and pursuing what is right? 1 John 5:4: "Everyone who has been born of God overcomes the world." 1 John 3:9: "He cannot keep on sinning because he has been born of God." 1 John 2:29: "Everyone who practices righteousness has been born of Him."
  3. Do I love God and love people. 1 John 4:7: "Let us love one another for everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God."

This, of course, is an issue of utmost importance so I urge you to reflect on these truths. Additionally, parents who are thinking about believer's baptism for their children will be helped by the questions above.

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5/20/2012 8:47:33 AM #

I've been enjoying the sermon series, but I think that rebirth starts when a person makes the decision to accept Christ, not when he is prompted to do so. We had quite the discussion about this in our ABF.

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