In Acts 14:22, Paul says that "through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom..." What does this verse (and others) mean?

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In Acts 14:22, Paul says that “through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom…” What does this verse (and others) mean?

The combined tribulations of life and unique ones because of our faith Votes: 8
Only the sufferings that occur because of our faith (persecution, discrimination, etc.) Votes: 1
Sufferings for faith that some but not all Christians experience Votes: 1
Other or undecided Votes: 1

Discussion

Have you ever seen an apostate come back around?

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Have you ever seen an apostate come back around?

No, never Votes: 9
No, but I have heard of it Votes: 3
Yes, but it is rare Votes: 1
Yes Votes: 0
Other Votes: 1

Discussion

In 20 years, what will be the main "outside the community" ministry funded by Bible-believing churches?

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In 20 years, what will be the main “outside the community” ministry funded by Bible-believing churches?

Missions (church planting, translating, outreach radio, cross-cultural evangelism, mission hospitals, etc.) Votes: 6
Human trafficking and/or other human rights issue Votes: 1
Poor relief/training to reduce poverty Votes: 0
Other Votes: 0

Discussion

Do you think legalizing marijuana is the best way to handle the problem?

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Do you think legalizing marijuana is the best way to handle the problem?

Yes in general (certain regulations assumed) Votes: 5
Yes, but only on a state-by-state basis (certain regulations assumed) Votes: 4
No! Votes: 7
Other or undecided Votes: 1

Discussion

Does your church decorate for Christmas (either inside or outside) with a creche?

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Does your church decorate for Christmas (either inside or outside) with a creche?

Yes, we have a prominent creche scene or two Votes: 5
Yes, but it is remote and many people do not see it Votes: 3
No, we believe it could give way to idolatry or we want to make a distinction between idolatrous practice and our church Votes: 1
No, we just don’t. Votes: 5
Other Votes: 1

Discussion