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The problem is there are people out there that indeed preach this craziness. They also tend to play into the feelings of those who refute such things easily, stated that thousands of testimonies exist, yet when certain testimonies are mentioned, they are quick to spin the narrative and the like. Clearly, God does not profess the passing of people into the fire, he drove such out of the land, and it seems today people profess such and things it is a gospel truth. They will say Hell is the Lake of Fire and does not mean destruction, but a quick turn to Rev. 20:14 says otherwise, with references. They also do not want to believe that Lazarus and the Rich Man is just a parable, for Jesus professed such to teach a lesson, often times, some will say that the Lazarus in the parable is the actual Lazarus, sister of Mary and Martha, which is not the case, they also ignore Jairus' child, his daughter, and others just to push a false narrative. I often come across these people a lot, even recently. The recent discussion this person brought up Luke 12:5, I told him to look at the reference, he never uttered a word since. But it is a shame, despite how this person sees into this false narrative, can't help but feel sorry for the man.

Ask Bruce Wayne to buy you some more. That being said, tight clothing is not very good for men at all and definitely not good for women. In all seriousness, as stated before, it is not even about tight clothing anymore, people, mainly in NY, tend to wear painted on clothing that gives the illusion, when in reality they are naked on parts, if not, all of there body.

Please. Watch the Language, Butler. A man who seeks God knoweth well to not defile his mouth... Believe or not, not every solider likes going to war, some even cry over it. I know some of them, one notable one, Steven Gern. That being said, Wars start over silly things, and when someone wants to take something from someone else. Also the governments cannot be trusted, show respect, but do not be invited to their dinner table.

He had a chance. Some dogs can become very violent when they get a hold of a victim.

Something I actually agree on. For me, however, I prefer Khakis over jeans. Alas, there are people out there who dress up in such a way that nearly jumps the line of being inappropriate.

Restorationist wouldn't be caught dead doing that. Sadly, Child Marriage is a legitimate thing, in the United States, in some cases, children/teens are forced to marry their rapist and or abuser. With the whole situation of the new movements running rampant, there are people who are wanting to make change, seeing age as nothing more than a number. Believe it or not, in some areas the age of consent I believe is 16-18. I know in the UK it is 16, other areas vary. The decision to seek God and follow the teachings of the teacher is up to the individual. Those capable of, willfully hearing the word and so forth. Such ones, as I have, become dedicated to God's thinking, Order, and all things. When one is spiritually mature, he understands Scripture, has read the great book and knows it well, even outside of the it the history of the early Christians and Israelites, etc. Even after baptism, the learning does not stop, it continues, for growing with God by yourself, in this sense, is like a form of training of the body and mind. I am confused on what you are conveying, saith again?

Am I? Not quite. The context of Scripture and all references in relation to that passage speaks truth in this matter. You can continue as you like in the world, and the best thing you can do in regards to such ones is to profess Scripture; and of course mainstream Christendom will be right behind you. Yes, but one should negate negate what such means regarding that verse. You keep bringing up the Watchtower as if they have 100% say in this. Even outside of the Restorationist Community. No one can negate the fact that when a disciple is baptized, he or she follows the teachings of the teacher. Got it? There is more context to the verse itself than one realize, why should one simply ignore it? Again, I haven't twisted anything regardless to what I said, for I, which is known make a response to a response. There is no twisting of the very fact that those who are willing, those who capable of hearing and receiving the word, and so forth. You can do what you will, read or not, for what has been said cannot be negated when one can draw context of Scripture, as is with all pertaining baptism. As in what exactly? Whenever a point has been made I make the response, be it positive, negative and or neutral, and on some when one misunderstands what I convey, you are not the first, I speak my peace in this regard. And how is what I am saying is incorrect exactly? If something is of error, I do not speak of it, when an error is profess, I speak up, other times I seek more research on the matter, and then some. How so?

@Jack Ryan The smart thing is wear clothing that is fit for your size (short, skinny, petite, big, large, etc.). To go beyond such only shows the lack of logic and thinking and attempting to do too much for so little - a plight for both men and women who succumb to such with no idea of whatever it is they have gotten themselves into. Also common sense. That being said, you do not have to pass college and or some university to know what yoga pants is and how such is as in our society today. You may as well throw in painted clothing on to your list.

Russian Torture is legitimate. The way Russian police go about torture has been revealed several times in the past. It is no surprise they do this to religious folk. Black Siting is also a possibility, which was the case with Chechnya.

@Srecko Sostar The statement by Billy still stands in this regard. Read up on such matters, including the Laws.

Next time be more direct if you are referring to Religious Leaders because in the days I was absent, I've witness an Israeli become very offended by such remarks. This is but one of many, many situations, some of them have gone off the rails to fist fight street. God doesn't sue things of this world. Lucky for you I am of all mildness right now.

As someone who has hands in IT. Nothing is 100% secure. Security is just as a placebo as one who thinks he or she is safe in their own homes. As soon as you step up in the game of network security, hackers will only make a move on the chess board and say "checkmate" to you. That being said, the only option one has is to always check and redefine their algorithms, and a list of other things. And Matt, regardless of your religious standing, do not mock God as such, it is, to some, offensive. Galatians 6:7 - Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap.

@James Thomas Rook Jr. Do you prefer immersion or sprinkles, Rook?

Only those who are spiritually upright and capable. Those who are the stewards, in this sense, are the ones who can baptize someone. Normally such folk are or have been already baptized themselves. Read Galatians and Acts. Anyone who is made a disciple, is baptized to follow and apply the teachings of the teacher, profess it, in turn make disciples themselves, which was the case if you understood the origin of the baptism and what was played out in the first century churches. As is with the ancient folk, Paul being an example, anyone who is baptized follows the teachings of the teacher, Christ Jesus. One who is a minister of God, a servant and or slave of God, doing things and professing God's Spoken Word. Look at what was addressed for the first question. That being said, I suggest you look into the history and origin of the baptism, I recommend, as I believe I told you before, Mr. Benner, who is a Hebrew Professor.

No one here is throwing ideas. Death unto Life isn’t a concept practiced by a sole group, despite the differs in denomination, it is as clear as day in the history behind it, as is, with what can be seen from a birds eye view of Israel’s location in regards to the Jordan River. The people are taught about God, they are literate enough to know and accept, and seek to learn and seek baptism, thus being made disciples. Baptism is always an excitement for others, it also encourages others to seek it too, nonetheless, there is always a great sense of overjoy on an excessive level. In my case, I’ve always been wanting to learn more about God despite my current teacher at the time, my own father, and I had sought baptism as a child, and eventually I did get baptized in the country of one of my parents during the closing weeks of summer when we went there, it was done at Basenble , in English, Bassin Bleu, it is not too far off from La Vallee de Jacmel. 5 people, including me, was baptized that day, the youngest among us was age 7, I knew this because it was brought up a number of times and this kid (at the time) was just as God fearing as the rest of us, the oldest was about 30-33. We were told what baptism, regarding the symbolism regarding what John did, we were told this too, Scripture pertaining to this was also brought forth. As this was going on, there was joy by all who were present, some were even singing, even some tourists were present, who occasionally visit Bassin Bleu bore witness and though some were religious or not, they applauded and were astounded. One of the others, who was baptized at the age of 14 and a family friend no longer walks this earth for he perished, was killed years later during the earthquake. If he was alive right now, he trails me by 6-7 years. It’s not unknown that such ones like him are in God’s memory, and he will be brought back to life by means of the hope itself – The Resurrection. If you are wondering what that place is, this is what it looks like: o Tourist, to this day, go there all the time, and this area is also used by the natives, in the country. Perhaps they were not happy due to that day there was a single soul there, not many smiles then. Then again, this sole situation doesn’t define everyone else, take up the baptism as much as I have a disdain for others in this regard, they end up the as you are in this situation, as is with, as is with all. Baptism is and always will be encouraged, but at the end of the day, it is up to the person in question who, is hard-pressed in seeking and glorifying God and wanting to progress in the spiritual domain. How is there competition? Any Christian who is baptized and or knows one of blood and or a friend who is going to be and or is baptized is over joyed. Actually it isn’t a way of thinking. When it comes to Baptism, there is a clear reason as to why I brought up the very origin of it, which goes back to the customs professed by God’s people when they were limited to what they can or cannot do for a period of time, whereas baptism itself is not too far from ritual washing, hence what I had addressed months ago. God’s way of thinking is indeed important, now that you have said that, it goes back to what you said about spiritual wisdom. God wants the people to know who he is, and what he has done, regarding Jesus, any Jew, even to this day, from the time they can speak and can understand, they are taught the Shema, and they learn and recite it, which also relates to learning about and recognizing the True God himself and what his Kingdom will bring, since such things go hand in hand. If the 5 year old is ready and willing, has dedicated him or herself seeking the truth of the Scriptures, wanting to not just learn about God, but become close to him as a friend and apply his Word, the teachings of his Son, glorying God and so forth, then there is no problem with that, and in regards to the symbolism of Baptism regarding John the Baptist, Baptism is a passing through from death unto life and such enables one to fully take up self-sacrifice and spiritual servitude to the one True God – YHWH. It should be known that the Bible does not specify an age at which a person should get baptized i.e. this so called age requirement profess is as twisted as straw of twizzlers. But, a young one who is willing to learn, wanting to seek baptism can benefit from parents, peers, and or other to help them get on this path. However, parents can benefit from reflecting on what it means to make a disciple. @Matthew9969 I suggest reading Galatians 4.

The Bible speaks of Baptism of people of all nations, and as far as everyone here knows, young ones are people, persons as well. Be it a young person, or an older folk, as long as they seek it, individuals who demonstrate and show as such, hearing and believing the truth about God and his Kingdom, believing that God had sent the Lord, etc. glorifying the one and True God of all people – baptism is an option, sought after by God fearing people who are mature spiritually, who wants to follow the teachings of the teacher, the one who had been sent, Christ Jesus. Indeed, there are many Scriptures of teaching them, and there are Scriptures in regard to those who accept the truth of what is written and become baptized, those to take up the truth, they and their households are baptized; all persons of all nations. Do not accuse me of twisting Scripture, for such a thing I have not done ever, moreover, I uttered no more than a snippet of Matthew 28:18, and haven’t gone on about what I had addressed before so how on God’s earth am I twisting Scriptures if you do not mind me asking? Somehow a nation of people is totally alien of young ones, who are evidently within the households of people from one nation to the next. That being said, the only position I support is what was professed in the Scripture itself regarding those who take up the word, and sought baptism, and glorying the one and True God. What Jesus said has grander context to it. When it comes to Baptism, we must recognize that God the Father himself, YHWH, since very clear and concise as to why this is – that he is the creator, he is the one life giver, the foundation of life. In addition, we learn from what the Bible conveys, regarding obtainable salvation whereas humans of mankind can gain salvation by recognizing the role of the Son, Christ Jesus, in God’s Purpose and Will, and we see what was played out very later on in the New Testament beyond the Evangelical accounts, and as to how many, many people became followers of the teacher; the disciple following the teachings of the teacher, as stated. Lastly, we must also be aware, knowing the role of God’s Holy Spirit. Reasons why is because God uses his spirit to give life, in fact, God’s spirit hath made both you, I and every one of us here on this forum, outside of it, to be short, every of us of mankind, humans, in all. By means of the spirit that God gives, it enables his spoken word to humans, molded and or moved by God’s Spirit and more so, it enables us to do the Purpose and Will of God, just as Jesus, and many others have, something of which Paul had addressed; and or what is written. It is no surprise of what you support and what is ignored, the truth of the matter, in regard to what Jesus met in this passage, regarding this, I will leave it at that. I recall I said to you and others to always check the references, perhaps you should do the same for this passage. Actually it does, hence my statement, made to what you have mentioned, holds steadfast. It pertains to the Baptism being done at the Jordan River, and as to why John was baptizing the people, his people there. Because not many people know the origins of baptism well, some churches out there believe only infants should be baptism, and others, only adults. Others will sprinkle, while others will immerse. Those who seek to become baptized are those who be means heard the word of God and or received his spirit, glorying God in the process. Clearly such pertains to those who are literate, and able to comprehend what has been taught and or learnt from God's Word, something of which I addressed several times before. Everyone makes mistakes, even children, but it does not stop them from being taught what repentance actually is, as is with right and wrong, good and bad, regarding repentance, what the action of repenting is regarding sincere regret or remorse over wrong doing, so the ability to teach such should not be withheld from them whatsoever. And it is good how you mention what you said about parents, just as Jesus was taught by Mary and Joseph, parents today can teach their children on such matters, even about repentance, read to them from the Scriptures of such examples, even that of those, who are for God, who indeed had made mistakes and showed genuine repentance to return into the hands of God our Father. A child who is able to learn is capable of comprehending right from wrong, even the like of consequences that stem from wrong doing. Not only such is taught by parents, pertaining to teaching children about the law, this is done even in the schools to which such is also taught to children, usually in form of clubs that take place during school hours or afterwards, moreover, yes young ones know that there are things, negative, that is done it should land a wrongdoer in jail, as for consequences that lead up to such a thing, this can be learnt, i.e. shoplifting results in jailtime, consequence, such actions becomes part of the culprit’s record or the consequence of crossing the street can be either death and or injury, and so forth, on the other side of the spectrum, young ones who are not taught such things take actions upon themselves worrying little of the consequence and or the end result of said actions, but by then it is far too late. Regarding all things Scriptural and of God, we teach our children these things, again, even about repentance, for what the Bible conveys shouldn’t be withheld, even to those who are young and seek to learn and become mature spiritually. That being said, man, woman, boy, or girl, let’s throw in the elderly folk too, should they be seeking to gain spiritual maturity, and willfully seeking baptism, wanting to take up that mantle of responsibility. And yes, all faithful persons tend to make mistakes, there’s no denial of such from anyone, but like faithful persons, that stand back up after they had fell down or stumbled.

You way want to do a search on 1914 and 1975, one mention was regarding earthquakes and groups that exist or ceased in that time span. One thing for certain, when you continue to post the same thing over and over again, you forget jaw-dropping responses with legitimate facts that backs of solidified proof stands over information that is lackluster. That being said, you've checked out that box of cookies, one too many times, Mr. Ryan, some instances, by your own hand.

@BillyTheKid46 Another problem is that the powers that be are covering their own even though they know who is the abuser. They will allow those at the bottom to seek out and go after a whole institution for the actions of a few, which we see today in schools and churches. Something of which I was adamant about is to teach people, to prevent abuse and or harm. Abuse of this nature, by any means, cannot cease from the face of thee earth, only God can wipe that all away.

@Jack Ryan What sorcery is this, Mr. Ryan? Now I get notifications from you when I was never on this thread? That being said, I believe this has been debunked. I got manage to get excerpts from the man who told the world.

They teach this in schools to 5th graders, apparently. Vogue magazine had quite the detail of things to say and now they are teaching homosexuality and transgenderism to kids. At times, things can go overboard from the simple stuff; therefore, teach people to avoid sexual immortality when it comes to teaching about sex to young or old folks.

One thing for certain, when it comes to sex, we have to educate people so they do not go about going, unhinged in the realm of sexual immorality and or sexual relations. Moreover, when it comes to young ones who are not educated, mainly in this domain, it makes them a potential target and or victim for harm, others, become addicted to sex and pornography, that they end up feeding into their ill desires, or planting the seed of sin, which prompts them to go above and beyond and eventually come to a halting crash of problematic issues. your sin will find you out.

China is overly communism, ran by a communism. Reasons why Christians have always been persecuted all over the place in China, some of them had to go underground. Some people do not know the truth about Christendom in China and fail to understand the gravity of the situation and of whom China is allied with.

To be honest, never did I realize I did say it that much til now. That being said, to those who accuse you of being me left out one key thing: I tend you mildly use ye old English and I am overly detailed in anything and everything I say.

On the contrary, it isn't solely the Watchtower who profess baptism in this regard. Anyone, even that of a child, who has professed and applied teaches of the Scripture, dedicated to being a follower of the Christ and adhere to his God, etc. are able and willing. Young ones who do seek baptism understand this means, and it enables them do do more for God. You'd be surprise of how willing some children are to do God's Will just as many before them - I made this point months ago, and as such, still stands in accordance with Scripture. After all, heed what was said, go ye therefore, and teach all nations. Parents can still teach their children, as well as the church itself. Is this of an issue for you because such isn't alien in the realm of Christendom. Again, another misunderstanding of my words. Regarding the origin of Baptism itself, to be specific, as to the representation of the Jordan River, the symbolism behind it, when people has learnt about God, and clearly understand Scripture, he or she can be baptized should they seek it. I recall saying something along the lines before, regarding this, that in this regard, the follower is now following the teachings of this teacher, in turn, they are all not learning about God in unison, with new and old disciples; they all have a common goal as baptized brothers and sisters, in union with the Christ. You do realize as to the symbolism regarding the people of Israel, do you not? Also in regards to Jesus yes, we do follow his example and the like, and it is not unknown to what he and all the Jews professed, from childhood into adulthood, in which both Mary and Joseph had taught him, in which Zechariah and Elizabeth had taught John. We can teach our children to read and write, which is done by parents, guardians, older folk of the same blood, and those in educational and or teaching institutions. In this sense, we can teach our children, something of which I am very adamant about and had professed in a number of times. In regards to Jesus, when he was very young, his parents had taught him, in regards to the Law found in Deuteronomy, which is still professed today by many, we are to observe, recite, read, and learn who the God of Israel is, reasons why when Jesus professed Shema Yisrael it points back to the Law found in the Old Testament; this same Law of which even Paul professed in 1 Corinthians. Education is always key, especially when it comes to spiritual education. By means of such, we can teach our children about God, as well as what is good and what is bad. All people have an opportunity to learn about God and be baptized, even children, who seek to learn and understand that God, literate enough to read Scripture, and to understand, they too can learn and be baptized. Do not underestimate children who are capable of reading and understanding the Scriptures, just as God opened his hand to you, he does the same to children who seek to learn about him, to understand him, about his Son, and the Kingdom; in which what it will bring forth to mankind.

One thing for certain. In this day and age there are certain folks out there who embrace pedophilia and in one recent situation, a specific group was in question. More of them will enter into schools and churches and the problem is going to expand and explode, on the other side of the spectrum, those who are also in support of pedophilia have been defending their own among the rich and powerful. In the end, we must educate, which is effective, and people need to talk, and there are those with that syndrome out there, so more people have to be informed. @Anna I wonder the same thing, granted, as this much time had passed, some information would be out already, granted the situation itself is child abuse, at least a story or two of an alleged attack and the mention of the mentally ill person who has committed the attack, and so forth. But the one who professed such and showing his true colors afterwards, it tells you something. That being said, I guess it is time to do the initiative and do some digging, which I am doing.