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Jesus contrasts being born of water with born of the flesh in v6–this is the natural birth. The Spirit is like the wind, giving the new birth to those He wishes (v8.)

I’m planning on moving from California to Tennessee next year, which is a pretty big move for me. I don’t own any major assets other than a car. I calculated that I would actually save money by donating all of my stuff and buying it all over again when I get there instead of renting a truck to...

No, God requires everybody to repent. But because nobody ever will on their own, God has to grant them that ability.

What scripture says that Jesus has given every unbeliever a measure of faith? I'm a protestant because I recognize that repentance is a gift that has to be given to us by God. Unlike what the Catholic church teaches, it isn't something that we can muster up for for ourselves. Acts 11:18 -...

Here's how I look at it—scripture makes it clear that without faith, it is impossible to please God (Heb 11:6), and since nobody can ever do what is pleasing to God (Rom 8:8), we can't come to faith on our own. So, we don't pray, seek, and turn from our wicked ways so that Jesus will save us...

So, would you say that Jesus will save you if you meet these conditions first?

Greetings, Lamb! I've been a longtime lurker here—this will be my first post. After studying and looking at different perspectives, I have come to the conclusion that you don't have to do anything for Jesus to save you. That includes observance of the law and doing good deeds. I will even go a...