[Iscool]

To me the question seemed to be a means of plowing the ground to plant the idea that it might be possible to have a Christianity without the Bible, something I don’t think is possible.

I agree...The name Christian has been so watered down that it has practically lost its meaning...

There are however religions out that that do very nicely without the bible...And then we have those who don't rely on the scriptures but use random verses to add an air of legitimacy to their claim of Christian...

[count-your-change]

Perhaps the term, “nominal Christian” should be used more.

I understand your point (I think) about quoting random verses,i.e., something that is not really pertinent to the point the person is attempting to make.

Otherwise though quoting a single verse and showing its relevance seems quite proper and desirable at times. We stand in good company when doing so.