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To: RKBA Democrat

I think the issue there might be a case of semantics. For example, I'm Catholic. Most Catholics would not identify themselves as "born again" as the term is typically used (incorrectly) to identify evangelical Protestants.


What do you think is the correct definition of "born again"?


66 posted on 01/14/2007 8:30:24 PM PST by CANBFORGIVEN (! Corinthians 2:14)
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To: CANBFORGIVEN

"What do you think is the correct definition of "born again"?"

In my view, it's a handy term meaning spiritual rebirth in Christ.

There seems to be some difference of opinion between Catholics and Protestants as to whether Baptism in and of itself qualifies as being reborn in Christ. I've also heard some evangelicals note that you have to acknowledge Christ as your personal savior in order to be "born again."

I don't see those points of view as being mutually exclusive; if anything, I seem them as being complimentary.

So what's your definition?


67 posted on 01/15/2007 5:51:13 PM PST by RKBA Democrat (Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner!)
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