Mall's video debate summary - Did Jesus invent Christianity? Can you be holy and sin?

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You can use NoteGPT to get whole text from video, but I asked for summary.

Anyway, I watched the video too and here are key points:
1. Jesus never even mentions Christianity, label was invented and added by humans
2. Jesus told woman to go and sin no more
3. Jesus tells people to be perfect like God is perfect, and God doesnt sin
4. Bible clearly says not to continue sinning
5. Holy and sinning are two opposites, you cannot be both
6. The struggle which happens with sin is so that people stop sinning. You cannot keep going back to sin and still be holy.

Notice that NoteGPT, while being good at giving text from video, is kinda very bad at summarizing text, so I am sorry if this summary below misses important points which I pointed at start.

Summary

In this theological dialogue, the speaker explores the origins of Christianity, asserting that it is a divinely instituted faith rather than a human invention, supported by scriptural references such as Colossians 1:16-17. The foundation of Christianity is presented as rooted in God’s redemptive plan revealed through Christ, distinguishing it from human constructs like laws and organizations. The conversation pivots to the early followers of Christ, noting that the identity of Christians stems from their connection to Him, not from self-designation.

Central themes emerge, such as the nature of sin and grace, wherein the speaker posits that while Christians are not free from sin, they are not slaves to it either. The discourse examines the ongoing struggle against human imperfection, the importance of living a life reflective of one’s faith, and the implications of grace in the life of a believer.

Key theological distinctions arise between righteousness and moral living, emphasizing that true righteousness is granted through faith in Christ rather than achieved through works. The dialogue also touches upon themes such as judgment, the nature of God (addressing perspectives on the Trinity), and civic responsibilities, thus fostering a comprehensive conversation about the interpretations of Christian belief in the context of grace, morality, and community engagement.

Highlights
✝️ Christianity’s Divine Origin: The dialogue argues Christianity is revealed by God, distinguishing it from human inventions.
📖 Scriptural Foundation: References to scripture reinforce the belief that Christianity is intrinsically linked to God’s plan.
⚖️ Sin vs. Holiness: An ongoing discussion addresses the tension between human imperfection and the call to live a holy life.
🔍 Faith and Works: The conversation explores the relationship between genuine faith and its manifestations in works.
🌌 Nature of God: Differing views on the representation of God arise, particularly concerning the Trinity and modalism.
🏛️ Civic Responsibilities: The discussion touches on the obligation of believers to comply with government laws while maintaining personal beliefs.
🤔 Interpretation of Righteousness: The dialogue reflects on how true righteousness is imputed through faith, not human effort.
Key Insights

🚀 Divine Revelation vs. Human Constructs: The argument that Christianity originates from divine revelation highlights the fundamental difference between religious beliefs rooted in spirituality and human-constructed systems. This reinforces the idea that true understanding of Christianity cannot be achieved without acknowledging its divine source.

💖 Grace in the Midst of Sin: The speaker’s assertion that Christians, while capable of sin, are not bound by it captures the essence of grace—indicative of the transformative power of faith in Christ, which offers both forgiveness and a call to moral living.

⚡ The Role of Works in Faith: The tension regarding faith and works in the debate indicates a broader theological struggle, suggesting that a genuine faith should manifest in action, emphasizing that while salvation is through faith, it naturally leads to a life of action reflective of that faith.

🌼 Judgment and Accountability: The belief that all will be judged for their actions creates a dual understanding of grace—while believers are covered by Christ’s sacrifice, there remains an underlying call for moral accountability in their earthly lives.

🌌 Understanding the Trinity: The differences in understanding the nature of God reveal the complexities within Christian theology, particularly in accepting both the distinct roles of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit while acknowledging their unity.

📜 Civic Duty of Believers: The dialogue underscores the responsibility of Christians to engage with and respect civil laws, suggesting that compliance does not compromise personal faith or beliefs—indicative of a worldview where faith coexists with societal obligations.

🤝 Diverse Interpretations of Scripture: The conversation reflects broader trends of differing interpretations within Christianity, emphasizing the necessity for believers to seek understanding and unity in faith, while recognizing the diverse perspectives that arise from scriptural engagement.

Overall, the dialogue encapsulates a rich theological discussion around central Christian tenets, examining how belief intersects with practice, morality, and communal life in a modern context.

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What do you guys think of this?
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It depends on what you think is Christianity.  

I think Christianity is just another name for the people of God. 

The people of God have existed since the beginning. 

Jesus didn't invent Christianity, but he did take the people of God as understood and provided them with a new or fresh way of understanding how they ought to live and breathe. 

For me, Israel is the church in the OT. And the Church is the old Israel in its new format. 

Jesus took the Old and by sitting on the throne of David when he ascended, poured out the Holy Spirit and remade the Old into the New. 

His work - took the church of the old covenant and made it international. 


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What about topic of holy vs sinner? Should people who follow Jesus seek to be holy and without sin?
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Remember that God wants you to have a great life if you are born into a rich family and poor life if you are born into a poor family.
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I respect almost all Gods. I dont care if they are considered evil.
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Remember that God wants you to have a great life if you are born into a rich family and poor life if you are born into a poor family.
Very similar to Karmic rewards.
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Yes, the law of karmic rewards and retributions is a fundamental  teaching in Buddhism. Each cause has a corresponding karmic effect, whether wholesome or not. Every action, every expression, and even every thought committed, whether good or bad, wholesome or unwholesome, will result in some form of effect and consequence. Doesn't this show that Humans are just one step above bugs.
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The person could not demonstrate from scripture that God established what's called Christianity. By using  the passage from Colossians, to say it would include Christianity, you'd have to say that about everything which would be including antithetical things.  You notice the person dropped Colossians. It wasn't demonstrable, that's why. 

The person admitted that he's a follower of Christ but said point blank, "I cannot be perfect " when Jesus just told him to be. Scripture say why call me Lord and not do what I say?
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Yeah, I also found it odd that he argued how Christians can just keep sinning like everyone else. He ignored plenty of scripture in the whole debate. Bible doesnt say anywhere "you can keep sinning as much as you want". Jesus said that deeds were very important, and that doing the will of God is crucial.
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What about topic of holy vs sinner? Should people who follow Jesus seek to be holy and without sin?
Yes. The more you progress in holiness the less you sin.

The thing is is that it is not a black and white: sinner=unholy. It is a progress and as such there are times when the line between holiness and sinfulness are blurred. 

There are sins that we call "mortal sins" No person who habitually commits these types of sins is holy, nor is the person holy until he has God's forgiveness if he has committed even one mortal sin.

There are also what we call "venial sins" these sins tend to come from human weakness. While habitual venial sins present an obstacle to holiness, one who occasionally commits venial sins out of weakness can still be a holy person such as the saints that have roamed the earth.
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There are those who say that we are saved through faith and not through works, but to think that we can just ignore works is kinda weird, given that Bible clearly says works too are needed.
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Well it goes back to what the person been taught. Once you've been indoctrinated with that , it's hard to kick it. Scripture says it's hard to kick against the prick.

I specifically clearly gave scripture that refuted the person and he contradicted himself again and again and couldn't see it . As scripture say having eyes and cannot see and having ears and cannot hear.
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Yes, the law of karmic rewards and retributions is a fundamental  teaching in Buddhism. Each cause has a corresponding karmic effect, whether wholesome or not. Every action, every expression, and even every thought committed, whether good or bad, wholesome or unwholesome, will result in some form of effect and consequence. Doesn't this show that Humans are just one step above bugs.
This shows that humans are held accountable for their actions. Even Jesus had to face his Karma.
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Shows bugger all.

Just clever nonsensical drivel, perpetuated in the name of clever stupidity...Clever stupid gene.

Such is the human condition.

Nonetheless, material evolution is probably going just about to plan, so ISI will be pleased.

In my opinion.

And Jesus was nailed up for being a nuisance...Such was progress at the time.

And martyrdom was good for the literary industry, as it was for intellectual development in general.

And I'm guessing that by the time the Universe finally collapses, that together with ISI, we or AI  or both, will have reinvented the final solution and renamed it GOD.

Wild guess...But it was  all guesswork...Christ and Sin.


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In my opinion.

And Jesus was nailed up for being a nuisance...Such was progress at the time.

And martyrdom was good for the literary industry, as it was for intellectual development in general.

And I'm guessing that by the time the Universe finally collapses, that together with ISI, we or AI  or both, will have reinvented the final solution and renamed it GOD.

Wild guess...But it was  all guesswork...Christ and Sin.
Karma is what Karma does.