The Doctrines of Men
While many may say the Bible is the word of God that has no error, most people
have a problem with something in the word so they do not follow it. In fact,
many doctrines being taught to millions of people today are not from the Bible,
but from men. Jesus condemned those who would teach strange doctrines, and Jesus
spoke against those who would accept any doctrine other than God’s truths.
Jesus calls it an empty religion that is based upon man’s teaching. Please
read the following verses in your bible: Matthew 15:8-9; Mark 7:6-8; The apostle
Paul said that the person who teaches another doctrine should be accursed: Galatians
1:8-9; and that people should hold on to sound doctrine; 1 Timothy 4:6; and
people who jump around with various religions are following every wind of doctrine
which they are supposed to avoid: Ephesians 4:14.
Although many people believe the Bible to be truth, they still do not respect
the word enough to study it as they should: 2 Timothy 3:15 Anytime we discuss
bible subjects or religious subjects we should always let the Bible be the final
word on the matter. There is a popular saying around: “God said it, I
believe it, that settles it.” But even then a more appropriate statement
would be thus: “God said it, and that settles it”. We may not agree
with God’s judgments and doctrines, but we had better stick to them if
we want to be saved. We must seek the Bible teaching that can save our souls:
James 1:21-22. The doctrines of men may help us feel good about ourselves, but
they will not produce salvation.
You must believe that Jesus is the Son of God and died on the
cross for our sins. (Acts 8:37). You must repent of your sins
(Luke 13:3) you must confess Jesus as Lord (Matthew 10:32)
and you must be baptized for the remission of your sins (Acts
2:38; 22:16). Then you must remain faithful and continue learning (2
Peter 3:18).
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By Carey Scott via Madisonville Meteor January 23,2008
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