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Some people like the idea of the church being professional religion purveyors for them.
No different than calling a plumber for plugged pipes.
Then they don't have to do the hard work, or take the blame if it's wrong.
St. SteVen said:
Some people like the idea of the church being professional religion purveyors for them.
No different than calling a plumber for plugged pipes.
Then they don't have to do the hard work, or take the blame if it's wrong.
If they have a personal relationship with God, I shouldn't criticize them for not doing it as I prefer.
Although, the proof is in the pudding. All too often they seem shallow in their faith.
Some people like the idea of the church being professional religion purveyors for them.
No different than calling a plumber for plugged pipes.
Then they don't have to do the hard work, or take the blame if it's wrong.
On the other hand, it may be the way they were raised.
If they have a personal relationship with God, I shouldn't criticize them for not doing it as I prefer.
Although, the proof is in the pudding. All too often they seem shallow in their faith.
Sure. They are simply carrying out their Creators script. Can't argue with that.
Some are architects while others are building contractors and others live in the buildings.
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