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Hi Aspen, I never automatically think someone is disgruntled when they leave a church. Whether it is a Catholic or Protestant church. Because it could always be that they are just enlightened and realize that they need to make an adjustment in their life. When Jesus tells us to "come out" of...

If God saves everyone, even those that hate Him, then why is there a need to trust Him? Joh 15:23 He that hateth me hateth my Father also. Joh 15:24 If I had not done among them the works which none other man did, they had not had sin: but now have they both seen and hated both me and my...

Luke 6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is evil: for of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaketh. Php 3:20 For our conversation is in heaven; from whence...

Arnie, you have to realize that to Catholics, anyone who has left their church, is always considered a "disgruntled dissident" or "they didn't understand the Mass or Eucharist" or some such nonsense. A character assassination always ensues when either a nun or priest leaves.

My "conjecture" is based on the revelation of God in scripture. I am glad you brought up this discussion and am satisfied that I have had a chance to say what I had to say and now it has become a record for all to read. I could give you plenty of scriptures, but I don't believe that is what you...

God desires and will have a people that willingly (not coercively) turn away from all that is not of Him, endure the cross, and turn to Him with their whole heart. Our theology must start with Who God is, His character, and the recognition of how His very Being is expressed in His actions. Have...

Thanks Arnie, I will be obtaining that book. The "scary thing", is also what the normal everyday Catholic (and some Protestants) has been taught, that leaving their Church is tantamount to leaving the faith of Jesus Christ. It certainly is "leaving the faith" of the Catholic Church, but it does...

That was an OUTSTANDING post, dragonfly. And you did it perfectly without needing any scriptures. You brought out vital truths about the character of God and heart of man. Universalism is actually a very selfish and carnal belief. Axehead

Jesus has a slightly different take on the religious system (which encompasses all churches that hath agreement with idols). 2Co 6:16 And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I...

Universalism or Ultimate Reconciliation Universalism is a growing doctrine based on the false belief that universally all are already saved or will be saved in the end. Some even say “everyone is already saved they just don’t know it. Universalism is a false teaching that says that God...

That's a great play on words and thoughts.

It also helps to know the background and religious thought of the men behind the Bible Study Tools. A lot of mischief has taken place with some of these tools. A very enlightening book.

The Reformation was successful in many areas, but God was not done with His Church. It was not a cure-all, but it had many successes and restored certain truths of God's Word to the Church. And if it wasn't a success, why did the Catholic Church initiate the Counter-Reformation? Axehead

I remember Pope John Paul and his untimely, early death. Some people are still trying to investigate it and someone is coming out with a book, soon. Serious major problems have been stirring up intense turmoil within the Vatican. Many ask the question: how will Benedict XVI be able to survive...

Actually, that is the furtherest thing from the issue. The real issue is that the Lord has never lost sight of those who belong to Him and those who belong to Him have not lost sight of Him, either. It's not about denominations, Aspen. It's about seeing Him and knowing Him, and more often than...

Ok, that sounds great, and the new thread sounds good, too. Axe

I guess I will have to start my thread all over again. I am not talking about the book of Revelation. Though it is customary to capitalize words in a title, I can see where the confusion is. I am saying that no more scripture (Holy Bible) will be written by men living today or tomorrow. I will...

Absolutely! Bring them in. Let's shatter the idols and bring awareness to the sheep. Please post some. I will be watching for them. I have been telling my Catholic friends that there are many Protestant traditions and doctrines that nullify the word of God, too. Our loyalties should only be to...

Roman Catholicism is a "patchwork" gospel. “…They have treated the Divine Scriptures recklessly and without fear. They have set aside the rule of ancient faith; and Christ they have not known. They do not endeavor to learn what the Divine Scriptures declare, but strive laboriously after any...

Bless you, too, Veteran! There is the written word and the word that He speaks to us by His Spirit and they are always in agreement. Axehead Well, if you actually read the OP, you would not be asking that question. That makes the rest of your post irrelevant. Go back and read the OP...