What is a true Christian?

Today, there seems to be a misconception of what being a Christian is. There are many ideas of what it is. Some people believe that being a Christian is to be very critical, very stern, very judgemental, very hoity toity. There are those that believe a Christian doesn't curse, doesn't drink alcoholic beverages, that Christians don't fraternise with non-Christian people, that they must go to Church everytime that the doors are open.

First, lets find out what a true Christian is NOT!

Allow me to preface that if you are NOT a Christian, the Bible considers you Carnal or of the Flesh.

In Galations 5:19 the Bible states;
Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, (Vrs. 20)  Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, (Vrs.21) Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before , as I have also told you in time past , that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God.

These are the things that Christians, that's a TRUE Christians, are NOT suppose to be doing. If you see someone doing these types of things and they claim to be a Christian, according to this scripture they would be incorrect in their assumption.

That is one of the reasons that I believe that West Fork Baptist Church has left the fold of Christianity.
I believe that they mean good but have been led astray because of their late Pastor. Christians do NOT go to funerals to debate or to demonstrate against the War.

A true Christian would be there to help the mourners to console the loss of a loved one. To Pray with those in need and to love them unconditional as Christ would.

We as Christians are NOT to be judges for that right is only in the hands of God.

So now that we know, according to God's Word what a Christian is NOT, What is a Christian?

Christians are likened to Fruit. Since we are to be like Christ, we should follow the Fruit of the Spirit!
Galations chapter 5 and verse 22 says;
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, (vrs 23.) Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.

Christians were first called that name in Antioch. It means to be Christ like.
I know that this has been commercialized but it IS true. WWJD? What would Jesus do?

Christianity is NOT a religion! Religion is what nailed Jesus to the cross during the crucifixion!
Christianity is MORE then a life style!

Christianity is a daily relationship with our Heavenly Father. Enoch walked with God. It's a Daily Walk. It's living your life everyday with a prayer on our lips, a song in your heart and the peace of God in your mind!

Phillipians 2 and verse 5 says,  Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:

How can we know the mind of Christ? By Transforming our minds!

I am compelled to read from the Book of Romans chapter 12 and verses 1 and 2.
I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.  And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

How can we know the mind of Christ?

II Timothy chapter 2 and verse 15 compells us to,  Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

Now being a Christian isn't the easiest things that you can do but it the most satisfying and glorious things that you can do.

You may be wondering how to start? How can one become a Christian?
Some believe that you must do good all of your life. Although that comes after Salvation that is NOT the way to become a Christian.
Some believe that if you become Baptised you will be a Christian. Although that is a sign to the world that you ARE a Christian that is NOT how you become a Christian.

First of all, you must have Child Like Faith! Simple.
Secondly, According to the Bible in Romans Chapter 10 and verses nine thru thirteen.
That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved . 10 For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. 11 For the scripture saith , Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed . 12 For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. 13 For * whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved . 

This is what it takes to become a Christian. Confession of Sin, a Belief in the Heart that God raised His Son, Jesus Christ from the Dead!

If and when that you do this, you have become a Christian. You are Born Again!
What should you do? Tell Some one! Read your Bible! As a new born, Christian you need that Milk of the Word! You need to find a fellowship of believers. Go to a Church that Believes the Bible! All of it. Not just some of it, but all of it!

When should you read your Bible? Well, how many times do you eat? Morning, Noon and Night!
How often should you pray? All the time! If you do these things you make Satan shake in his boots!
He hates it when you read your Bible! He trembles when you talk to the Lord! When you talk in your prayers you send a message to God. When you read his Word, He sends a message to you. You may not totally understand the Bible but given time you will recieve it into your life.

There are those that say, I don't understand the Bible. My response is, either they don't know the Author or it's just not their time to understand what they are reading! You wouldn't give a newborn baby steak, Right? When you read the Bible ask God for guidance and he will guide you into all truths!

Have a wonderful day! God is really there! Just call on him.

If you have questions please leave a comment. Maybe, I can be of some assistance.