If you think that more than one earring per ear for women is worldly, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 13. Laws Its about Jesus. I can tolerate the other bits that go over board as long I am believing the word and get correct non compromising bible teaching. Inspired by Jeff Foxworthys You Might Be A Redneck IfI came up with a similar list of items for the IFB. I can not forgive sins! The New IFB does not consider itself to be a denomination. Any ways God is good and can use any church to reach anyone it all depends on if you as an individual will receive his free gift of salvation, because God is that powerful. And Pastor of Bible-Believing, Fundamental, Independent. The members were so sweet to us. operating or proceeding inconspicuously but with grave effect. The IFB church I attend preaches cleaning the heart not performing works. your comments are offensive, you are narrow minded. Anybody who opposes the IFB teaching is bitter Cant say that because anybody who opposes BIBLICAL teaching is spiritually blind because they dont know the truth. I truly believe the IFB pastor and wife was just doing their job. N/A 40. Growing up in a very conservative IFB church, I can personally attest to how accurate most of these were. The sacredness of human personality is evident in that God created man in His own image and is mindful of him, and in that Christ died for man; therefore every individual possesses dignity and is worthy of respect and Christian love. 31. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. If they are saved , I dare say they regret the day they walked into the very church you enjoy making fun of. 3 1/2 years ago we were addicted to marijuana, cigarettes, alcohol, and pills. Believing that going to the movies is sinful but not renting them or watching them on TV I dont see anything wrong about going to the movies because I went to the movies years ago. I only hope that you will see it before too long. 48. God forgave me because Jesus Christ saved me. I dont think its as bad as all this, but thats my 2 cents and maybe Im still on the inside.. 46. I agree some are or at least seem to be what most consider legalistic. If your eyes quickly scan down to see if a fellow female church member is wearing the acceptable skirt, dress or koulotts outside of church, and Heaven forbid shes wearing capris or pants!! Hypocrites! You obviously didnt read the entire list see number 47. If you believe that your health issue is the result of sin in your life, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 49. Hypocrites! Those are my concerns about the 25 topics about the Independent Fundamental Baptist beliefs. We dont believe if you get rid of all the sin in your life youll be a completely healthy person. to show me the folly of my performance-based religion. I have scriptures on my walls that are from other versions. N/A the appearance of things is more important than reality, aka, you will cover up abuse and silence victims in order to protect the name of Christ. Should I choose not to forgive after Christ has already died for him? We believe that , lesbianism, bisexuality, bestiality, incest, fornication, adultery, and pornography are perversions of God's intended purposes and therefore, sin. I know the answers now. Illustration by Don Pfaffe appearing in the Central Conservative Baptist Quarterly I disclosed to (2) pastors at this church personal and heart felt feelings that I thought and grew up and was told you can talk to your pastor, because he is a man of God. All churches are full of sinful people, including the pastor. Very few men are qualified to be pastors using your interpretation of scripture. Mind you all this was before I repented and ask God for forgiveness. If you believe that someone who smokes, drinks, parties, dances, listens to secular music, listens to Christian contemporary music, etc. See if you recognize any. Me preferring the Kjv bible and believing its the inspired word of God is not incorrect. (Job 3:16; Psalm 51:5; 139:14-16; Isaiah 44:24; 49:1, 5; Jeremiah 1:5; 20:15-18; Luke 1:44), We believe that God has ordained and created all authority which consists of three basic institutions: (1) the home, (2) the church, and (3) the state. Read one thing, make a judgment that Im just bitter and move on. Southern Baptist Beliefs 19 How blind! I remember a particular lesson in church about the rod and staff. Doctrinal Statement - independentbaptist.church Quite the contrary, I was searching for something else when I clicked on this link, so I didnt then and dont now come looking to argue. But what He hates about us is the pride and arrogance in us. I do not know if laugh or cry , almost 30 yrs involved in this , Im still a Christian , I serve in my church , Ive learned more since I left the movement , I am happier more devoted Christian than when I was manipulated to go out soulwinning , bus driving ,Sunday school teaching etc. I dont agree with the term, sowing discord with the brethren because I agree everything what the Bible teaches. I dont believe they bought our loyalty, because we werent of any good investment. The IFB Insidious Fundamental Baptist Church . Pastor dont preach on smoking unless he preaches on a list of things that destroy the body. Cleveland Baptist Church - Cleveland, OH - Pastor Kevin Folger ; Community Baptist Happily a brainwashed Bible-folk for about 28 years with more peace in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ and a firm foundation of absolute truth to stand on (yes, thats the KV, haha!). Gods will was for me to forgive. Singing anything other than hymns is too liberal While I do favor hymns but I dont see anything wrong with contemporary music since I like a good mix of hymns and contemporary songs. Jack Hyles came to our church and you would have thought Jesus himself was preaching! 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If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. They are as tragic as they are true and yes the IFB movement went ver overboard on many standards and traditions. [4] Anderson has also produced videos in which he attacks the religion of Judaism and questions the official account of the Holocaust. No, thats silly! You are quick to throw in a jab about how much you dislike them, but cannot tolerate anyone saying different. Our only Head is the Lord Jesus Christ and our only headquarters is heaven. I dont believe some of the Catholic doctrine is true, but all have belief in things they believe and unbelief in things they dont believe. I prefer Kjv! Thanks for reading! I have an old high school friend here with me who started visiting churches. If you think anything other than a suit and tie for men is too casual for Sundays, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 11. [8], The New IFB website states that it is not a denomination and that New IFB pastors have differing views over minor theological issues. IFB people as a whole, are generally willfully ignorant people. 16 Blind guides! Independent Fundamental Also, Im not mocking Biblical beliefs. [2] They are described by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) as "a loose network of independent churches concentrated in the U.S. connected by their belief in certain religious doctrines and a shared brand of deeply anti-LGBTQ and antisemitic teachings." (Hello to all my fellow-tithers!!!) The pastor our local congregation is the preaching elder and most Churches of Christ avoid the term, Pastor, when addressing their ministers. I believe the Bible, and if you do not believe the Bible and hate what the Bible teaches, it is because your opinion is more important to you, than what the Bible says, and if that be so, then there is really no reason for you to go to church in the first place. If you believe that everyone who opposes IFB doctrine is just bitter, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 48. Wow. We believe that all the redeemed, once saved are kept by God's power and are thus secure in Christ forever. Gods people are the Jews.. from Jew-dajudah. And that boy who has grown up in Sunday School (because I brought him in my car every week) is now in 6th grade and has experienced the concept of unconditional love and promises that are kept things which would otherwise have been foreign. Lastly, I cant really respond to the think that theres something spiritual about tolerating abuse because I have no idea where thats coming from in my initial post. 13 What sorrow awaits you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees. So, are you happy about that, or wanting to change? 28. Baptist beliefs What We Believe - Fundamentalist Baptist Church Does the lord convict me when I miss? We believe in one Triune God, eternally existing in three personsFather, Son, and Holy Spirit, co-eternal in being, co-identical in nature, co-equal in power and glory, and having the same attributes and perfections (Deuteronomy 6:4; II Corinthians 13:14). Whether we worship with hymns or hands int he air praise and worship songs, we are all suppose to be on the same side. WebEvery active member wishing to speak shall rise and respectfully address the moderator. Some of these are very much right on the money. If you believe that women are inferior to men and are to be submissive to their husbands, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 32. For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: insidious I like that word. This church is affiliated with the Minnesota Baptist Conference and the Baptist General Conference, and may likewise cooperate with interdenominational fellowships on a voluntary independent basis. The New Testament church should be an independent church. We reject all cooperation with this movement. Since God looks at Jesus to forgive Ill look at Jesus also to forgive. But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. you DVR the Superbowl (or watch sport center on your phone in the vestibule) because you cant miss church. We believe that men are justified by faith alone and are accounted righteous before God only through the merit of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. If your pastor preaches against smoking because it is bad for the body but is himself an obese glutton, you might be an Independent Fundamental Baptist, 25. No, because I have said and thought some things I regret. I have no position or opinion of this I get the vibe that you were alienate by IFB movement at some point, as were a lot of us, but dont try to use that as an excuse to go on a crusade against fellow believers. Then, I can display my tolerance by making of list of things that I disagree with someone else about and make fun of them. That can get a little hairy, though, because you never know when youll end up at a more liberal churchlike yours! This is very good. If we must consider these points as a point for consideration, these ought to be a source form the Bible. Correction is my discernment. I will have to argue that while on vacation we just go to church somewhere else rather than dashing home. [7], The New IFB currently lists 30 affiliated congregations on their website. This group is for fellowship, sharing of resources, devotional thoughts, posting of sermons, news of interest, ministry ideas, missionary/church links, KJV verse photos, and general edification.