What is a toaster? Merriam Webster tells us it is an electrical appliance meant for toasting. We define what it is by what its function is. To be a toaster it needs certain parts that are unique to a toaster. It needs a timer of some kind, some form of dials or buttons, heating elements, etc. But ultimately those same parts could be made into a hair dryer or some other common appliance.
What is a Christian? The Bible tells us that a Christian is a person made new, meant for giving glory to God. To be a Christian, one needs certain elements of faith and belief that are unique to Christianity. One needs to believe in Christ raising from the dead, being One with God, Forgiving our sins, etc. But in the end, those truths are meaningless if we don’t believe them. The word 'believe' implies more than acknowledging truth, it means living out. We are not defined by the pieces we are made of, but the things we do with those pieces.
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