Matthew 12: 31: "Therefore I say unto you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven men." This is referred to as the unpardonable sin. This is the big one. Commit this sin and to hell you go. There can be no forgiveness. What is this sin? It is intentional, willful, with complete understanding and knowledge, attributing the work of the Lord Jesus Christ to Satan. Jesus is talking to the Pharisees. They knew who Jesus was, yet they said He was casting out demons by the power of Beelzebub (Satan). It was an intentional act for them. Some particular religious sects, notably Charismatics, like to use this if you criticize them for acting weird. Some Charismatics (not all) have been known for barking like dogs, roaring like lions, advocating the prosperity doctrines, visiting heaven and back more frequently than I go to work, eavesdropping on the Father and Son having private talks in the throne room, having strange "critters" trying to have physical relations with them and that heaven is like a "Candyland" game with lots of jello. To point out Scripturally their error is not blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. In fact, if you have any concern that you may have committed this offense, rest assured you have not. Those who have committed this offense have no interest in the things of God. If you are following the Lord Jesus Christ, rest in your faith and thank Him for His grace.
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