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How does that sound like Calvinism (im not familliar with their theology)

Not at all . religion is not a bad word for me ;). Fasting has always been part of my religion

Might seem to much like 'religion' to some... :D Peace!

Both! The Father enables us to belive in Jesus, and it is through with and in Jesus, that we are able to respond to the Father. Peace! Edit to add: Therefore, brothers, since through the blood of Jesus we have confidence of entrance into the sanctuary by the new and living way he opened for...

'this is a hard teaching who can accept it' And many of His disciples left.... Why indeed...

Indeed, and all are welcome to come to the wedding feast of the Lamb... But, 'no one can come to me unless the Father draw him' Peace!

Wow. Just wow

My opinion, Tyre is England.. Peace!

I'm pretty sure he knows.. ;)

Pride is the battle we all face, it is the very enemy of Love for God and for each other. It is pride that began the war in heaven and it is pride that underlies all rebellion... Peace be with you!

They devoted themselves to the teaching of the apostles and to the communal life, to the breaking of the bread and to the prayers

Indeed, the Church has always been the people , not the building.. But its nice to have a beautiful space to gather in :D

I join in for the evening prayer occasionally. It always cheers me knowing my brothers and sisters are giving praise and thanksgiving to God with one voice all around the world.. Peace!

'the problem with socialism is that eventually you run out of other peoples money' - Margaret Thatcher

The split between the eastern and western churches was foreshadowed in the split between Israel and Judah.. Interesting how good has come from the errors (on both sides) that led to the schism, as they competed with each other to see who would preserve 'the deposit of faith'. 1000 years apart...

Or both ;)

Yes it does. From the catechism: 1268 The baptized have become "living stones" to be "built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood."73 By Baptism they share in the priesthood of Christ, in his prophetic and royal mission. They are "a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation...

Actually, we do! Prophets, priests and kings... Peace!

You show no understanding of what the Sacrament of reconcilliation is, and just Who's 'work' it is. Peter said to him, "You will never wash my feet." Jesus answered him, "Unless I wash you, you will have no inheritance with me." Peace!

Fear of the Lord is indeed the beginning of wisdom... Heb 10:30-31 We know the one who said: "Vengeance is mine; I will repay," and again: "The Lord will judge his people." It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. But perfect love drives out all fear: 1John 4:18...