Posted on 07/21/2013 3:58:29 PM PDT by NYer
You are correct - it merely means that it is open to all in the context in the Bible. Being human, folks try to find other doctrinal connotations to back up their brand of Christianity being superior to all others. More carrying the Word, and less religious competition and we would all be better off.
How is it a trap?
I asked you, “what church do you belong?”
You answer, “Messianic Jews are awesome.”
I ask again, “are you a Messianic Jew.”
You answer, “Stop oppressing me.”
I ask again, “are you a Messianic Jew?”
You answer, “Stop trying to trap me.”
So why is it so hard to simply tell me what church you actually belong?
...unless we preserve some quiet time each day to sit at his feet as did Mary, our action will become distraction and we’ll be as snappy and unhappy as Martha.
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How true! Thanks for a good perspective on the story of Martha and Mary. I wonder if Lazarus was home that day?
Hear, hear!
So what happens when you learn God disagrees with you??? Do you just ignore it and keep on repeating the same things???
2Ti_3:16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
1Ti_1:3 As I besought thee to abide still at Ephesus, when I went into Macedonia, that thou mightest charge some that they teach no other doctrine,
1Ti_1:10 For whoremongers, for them that defile themselves with mankind, for menstealers, for liars, for perjured persons, and if there be any other thing that is contrary to sound doctrine;
Rom_16:17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them.
2Jn_1:10 If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed:
I've seen complaints about that very thing, more than once.
He still hasn’t answered a simple question.
I don't know that he is, but a person could learn a lot from a Messianic Jew. They can be awesome.
Ok, now beat me up on me since I said that. Would you like my address so that you can come and beat me up in person?
Why is that?
Most Christians are proud of their Church.
How do we know you aren’t Catholic?
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