[Elizabeth]

Originally Posted by RevDWW

Overcoming self, usually called "self-control" can happen for most anybody, even those that don't claim to believe in Jesus or even get near water to be baptized. Folks going through AA use a "higher power" to help them overcome alcohol, many do overcome and never profess Jesus as anything.

Hey folks that really follow the teaching of the Buddha, Mohammad, Vishnu , and a pantheon of others can lead happy, healthy lives. Don't mean they are anywhere near entering the gates of The Kingdom. Don't mean they have gained or attended eternal life.

As to "Jail House religion", I see it all the time. But I also see those that are truly repentant and are baptized in the Name of Jesus and baptized with His Holy Spirit change for the better, become better folks.

Amen!