Which one is right?

[GloryBe!]

No denomination churches are right. Why are they not right? Because it causes division against the body of Christ. Remember, God is NOT an author of confusion, but of peace (1 Corinthians 14:33). He will not allow the body to be divided against each other. The true church is Christ, he is the head of the church. No other man is ahead of the church other than our Lord Jesus Christ. That is what the bible teaches. Verse Matthew 23:8-12 makes it clear that we only have one teacher, and that is Christ.

Read Hebrews 8. According to the New Covenant, we are only permitted to confess our God the (Father). God permitted Jesus our (Lord) to be our High Priest. He is our High Priest and we are only permitted to be taught by God and Jesus through the Holy Spirit. We are not to confess our sins to (worldly) Priests since Priests of this generation are not permitted by God to wash away people's sins.

ACCORDING TO GOD'S OWN WORDS THROUGH THE PROPHETS:
No longer will a man teach his neighbor, or a man his brother, saying, 'Know the LORD,' because they will all know me, from the least of them to the greatest," declares the LORD. "For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more" (Jeremiah 31:34 and Hebrews 8:11-13).
It is written in the Prophets: 'They will all be taught by God.' Everyone who listens to the Father and learns from him comes to me (John 6:45).

People should not need to rely on going to church to know the truth. God/The prophets/Jesus/Paul never mentioned in the bible that we have to attend a church in order to make it into the Kingdom of God/heaven. READ: John 3:16, John 14:6, John 6:44-51, and Ephesians 2:8-9. We are only called to obey God's commandments and we are also called to persevere/endure to the end in order to make it into the Kingdom of God.
I use to think that being a Christian/Catholic was to go to church, to take communion classes, and to do my confessions, but as I got older, I found out that most of the Churches that are promoting heresies and false doctrines are being operated/run by Pharisees, Pagans, and Sadduccees.
I was completely disillusioned when I became aware of the heresies and false doctrines that are being taught in the churches. Read "False Teachers and Their Destruction" (2 Peter 2:1). Read "Warning Against False Teachers of the Law" 1 Timothy 1:3-11. Also read these warning verses such as Mark 12:38-40, Matthew 23/Matthew 23:13-15, Matthew 5:17-20, and James 3.
I found out from the bible that Christ is the church. As Christians, we are God's temple/God's sanctuary/the temple of God. The temple/church of God is not a man made building made by human hands, nor is it made out of gold, silver, costly stones,
wood, hay or straw. The temple of god is Christ's body and our bodies, which our body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives/dwells in us, whom we have received from God (1 Corinthians 6:12-20 + 19-20).
READ: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, Ephesians 1:19-23, 1 Corinthians 11:3-16, 1 Corinthians 11:17-33, and Colossians 1:15-20.
We as Christians must know that the head of every man is Christ, and
the head of the woman is man, and the head of Christ is God (1 Corinthians 11:3-16).

In (Hebrews 10:25 + Hebrews 10:19-25), it says we are not to forsake the assembly of ourselves together, that doesn't mean we must attend a church, no, it means that you need to gather up with other Christians just as Jesus gathered up with his 12 disciples.

You should gather up with other Christians that does not involve in the churches.

Like with many church goers and many religious fanatics, they don't live according to God's commandments, but according to the traditions of man. That will not saved them.
Jesus said, "They worship me in vain; their teachings are but rules taught by men" (Mark 7:7 and Matthew 15:9).
The traditions of man are all destined to perish with use, because they are all based on human commands and teachings. Such regulations indeed have an appearance of wisdom, with their self-imposed worship, their false humility and their harsh treatment of the body, but they lack any value in restraining sensual indulgence [meaning: Sinning; without self-control] (Colossians 2:6-23).

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MY QUOTE: THE BIBLE IS THE TRUTH. READ IT AND OBEY IT'S COMMANDS, IT WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE.

People should just simply read a bible and have the Holy Spirit guide them into all truth.
Obey and keep God's commandments. Also, follow Christ and Paul's example through the word of God. It's not that hard to do!

FROM THE WORDS OF PAUL:
Ephesians 4:14 Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of men in their deceitful scheming.

Romans 16:17-18 I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Keep away from them. For such people are not serving our Lord Christ, but their own appetites. By smooth talk and flattery they deceive the minds of naive people.

Thank you!!!!!!!

 

[Wagonmaker]

This isn't necessarily the answer you are looking for, but denominations are as useful as religion in general. If you don't know which one is "right" find the one that fits. That's the right one.

Otherwise, understand that as a Christian you have surrendered to Christ. what does that mean ultimately? Well, what did Jesus say and do? Go and do likewise.

I was born and raised Southern Baptist and have since studied all the world's great religions at length. At first glance it might seem an obsession. I prefer to think of it as a calling. Anyway, I have come to realize that loving God full and serving others is the culmination of EVERY major religion on the planet.

I wish you success in your endeavor to find what is right for you. God loves you beyond your wildest dreams and he's here, regardless of where "here" ends up.

 

[Wagonmaker]

... the Lutheran and Catholic Churches were the best. This is my opinion...get over yourself.

This is an example of why denominations are as useful as religions in general. Muslims, Christians, and Jews have been killing each other over God since the beginning of their systems of belief. Denominations within the Christian faith are just the same fight turned down a notch.

We are ONE. Love one another.

 

[ObeyGODCommandments]

Thank you!!!!!!!

You're welcome .

God bless you.

 

[Yarddog]

I have been a Christian for a couple years now.. and I am still confused by all of the denominations.

Maybe by reading what everyone is saying it can clear up why there are so many denominations.

There seem to be so many.. Which one is right?

I think a better question would be which one or ones are accepted by Christ. We have many different churches but they can all be accepted by God as his children. God can allow for unique differences between the believers and still accept each one's faith. You may read Romans 14 to get an idea of what I mean.

I know that I need to study Christian history and find these answers myself.. but just wondering if anybody would be able to share general information or how they were able to determine which denomination they were.

I don't know if studying the history of the Churches will help much. The Holy Spirit should be our guide and seek its help in finding the Church which God wants you to fellowship within.

Happy hunting and God Bless
p.s. Don't listen to what most people say about churches that they don't belong to because the information will most likely be incorrect.

 

[AHJE]

Dear ObeyGODCommandments,

Christ Jesus is the Heavenly Head of the Church.

And the Body of Christ is the Church.

Christ commanded Peter 3x (reinstating him after his threefold denial) to Pastor His Flock, His Sheepfold. (St. John 21)
Peter, the first Bishop of Rome, was crucified upside down on an inverted cross (because he said he was not worthy to die like his Master) ... in the city of Rome was he crucified in this way.

It is misleading to say without distinction that Christ is the Church as a way to persuade others to NOT seek the Church that Jesus Himself founded. You are not helping anybody and you are certainly not helping yourself.

I invite you to have a more sober attitude, as Sacred Writing encourages us to have. And to judge justly (and not according to appearances) as Jesus commands us to.

Jesus promised that the gates of Hell would not prevail against His Church. Would you venture to doubt this or to contradict it? ? ?

God bless you.

 

[mandelduke]

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith--and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. This is all you need to know now the rest you can determine for your self.

 

[Albino Dwarf]

Forgive me if my post is innappropriate, or not what you're looking for, but your original post poses a question asked by Joseph Smith , the founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. To read his story search Joseph Smith History at lds.org (I'd post the link, but I'm a newbie!)
Good luck with your search! For me, prayer and scripture study has always been the catalyst for God leading me to the truth.

 

[Frenchfrye]

read the bible and look at different church beliefs which ever one you think is more in tuned with the WHOLE bible is the one that you should join all churches will say they are right and others are wrong so you cant ask that for a question

 

[delaola]

read the bible and look at different church beliefs which ever one you think is more in tuned with the WHOLE bible is the one that you should join all churches will say they are right and others are wrong so you cant ask that for a question

This is a true statement. In order to find the "true religion", you need to find the religion that hits all the points and doctrines within the bible. As a Seventh Day Adventist, we believe that the bible is the ultimate authority on Earth seeing as it is the Word of God. Then come the prophets and then the leaders of the church. The leaders of the church and prophets are all humans, sinners. But the Word of God is from God Himself.

 

[Ronald]

I have been a Christian for a couple years now.. and I am still confused by all of the denominations.

Most churches in your area will give a declaration of beliefs you can read online. When I started seeking a church I just started visiting many churches in my area. You'll know when find the right one, the Holy Spirit guides you and speaks to your heart. Just simply ask Him for help in this process! The Pastor's sermon should often sound like it was written for you. The pastor must teach out of the Bible. Watch out for legalism, we are under grace. It is a good education to visit all the denominations Catholic and Prostestant. Talk to people in your neighborhood and ask questions. You'll meet spirit filled Christians and others that may seem sour or too serious. You want to enter an atmosphere of LOVE, GRACE AND PEACE not condemnation, pointing fingers, guilt trips, etc. A church that grows and covers all the bases for growth is a good basis to look for. Primary focus on Jesus, it's all about Him and following Him

There seem to be so many..

Most are all saying the same thing, some are dressed up with rituals, stained glass and statues, others with no rituals and casual dress. God doesn't care what we wear.

 

[Frenchfrye]

Most churches in your area will give a declaration of beliefs you can read online. When I started seeking a church I just started visiting many churches in my area. You'll know when find the right one, the Holy Spirit guides you and speaks to your heart. Just simply ask Him for help in this process! The Pastor's sermon should often sound like it was written for you. The pastor must teach out of the Bible. Watch out for legalism, we are under grace. It is a good education to visit all the denominations Catholic and Prostestant. Talk to people in your neighborhood and ask questions. You'll meet spirit filled Christians and others that may seem sour or too serious. You want to enter an atmosphere of LOVE, GRACE AND PEACE not condemnation, pointing fingers, guilt trips, etc. A church that grows and covers all the bases for growth is a good basis to look for. Primary focus on Jesus, it's all about Him and following Him



Most are all saying the same thing, some are dressed up with rituals, stained glass and statues, others with no rituals and casual dress. God doesn't care what we wear.

the biggest point is not to put out a church based on any outside ideas so any church that believes in the god of the bible is necessary to decide

 

[Moses Medina]

Albion. Wordsoflife is lutheran, meaning we hold true the creeds, are liturgical and see to it as a necessity that we do fellowship for in church we have the eucharist. He wasnt trying to say to avoid church.

My answer to the OP would be lutheran missouri synod or wisconsin synod because I truely believe lutheranism is biblical. With that said I would recommdend any sacramemtal church. Lutheran, orthodox, catholic etc...

 

[Albion]

Albion. Wordsoflife is lutheran...My answer to the OP would be lutheran missouri synod or wisconsin synod because I truely believe lutheranism is biblical. With that said I would recommdend any sacramemtal church. Lutheran, orthodox, catholic etc...

As I recall, he said that he actually considers himself to be a Catholic who's attending a Lutheran church because of family. Anyway, that was a long time ago and I don't recall the details of the conversation. I do believe, though, that the thread started out to be about which denomination is "right," not which ones would "do."

 

[Moses Medina]

Thank you for the clarification. My apologies if I misread, however that is why I said my actual answer is lutheran.

 

[Albion]

go to destinedtoberevealed dot com it might answer a few questions for you

That isn't a website that compares denominations. It's website that promotes a certain set of beliefs in a non-denominational way.

 

[Albion]

EXACTLY IT IS A GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING THE WORD NOTICE MOST OF THE CONTENT IS NOT THE WRITERS WORD BUT THE WORD OF GOD SIMPLE HUH

FORGET ABOUT DENOMINATIOINS MOST ARE MAN CENTERED AND WILLL LEAD TO CONFUSION AND APATHY

Yeh, right. However, the OP asked us for information leading to knowing the difference between denominations.

This forum, in fact, is "Denomination-specific" Theology.

 

[tezboski99]

Jesus himself said

Luke 16:10-“If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones. But if you are dishonest in little things, you won’t be honest with greater responsibilities."

and

Luke 6:46-" “So why do you keep calling me ‘Lord, Lord!’ when you don’t do what I say?"

Look for whoever is "faithful in little things".

 

[St_Worm2]

I have been a Christian for a couple years now.. and I am still confused by all of the denominations.

There seem to be so many.. Which one is right? I wasn't raised in a certain one.. so I am looking at all of these from a complete outsider's perspective.

I know that I need to study Christian history and find these answers myself.. but just wondering if anybody would be able to share general information or how they were able to determine which denomination they were.

Hi Christianmom, this short series may be useful. Click on 9 Marks Of A Healthy Church. This will help you as you look at both denominations and, perhaps what is most important, the individual churches that are part or these denominations (since you are not, in the end, going to attend a "denomination", right .. )

--David

 

[Leuko Petra]

I have been a Christian for a couple years now.. and I am still confused by all of the denominations.

There seem to be so many.. Which one is right? I wasn't raised in a certain one.. so I am looking at all of these from a complete outsider's perspective.

I know that I need to study Christian history and find these answers myself.. but just wondering if anybody would be able to share general information or how they were able to determine which denomination they were.

In all seriousness, without any levity, and to the point - the answer is - The prophetically called forth remnant of God, the Seventh Day Adventist movement.

Now, if you desire to understand that answer, without any assumptions preempting, and why it is the Truth of the matter, then let us consider the scriptures together, even without distractions.