[BoBToMatoE]

I think some are missing the point. The pastor (in good taste) should not have posted somthing like that.

However, according to the Bible - salvation is based on grace, not works. If the Pope accepted Christ as his personal savior - then he is bound for heaven.

One other thing you guys might want to consider as many of you debate this issue. How many of you have different beliefs than those who are protestants or Baptist? I am sure many of you (some have posted offensive stuff right now) have teased about Baptist in a mean spirited way?

My point is, dont go throwing rocks in glass houses.

I, my self, am an independent baptist as well - but I think I have enough common sense to know that the sign is offensive and probably hurts things more than anything. There is a saying in the Bible. Speak the truth in love.

One last thing we need to consider is the man's heart. No one can really judge this guy's intentions besides God. I think it would be wise to just let the situation go and let God take care of it. I am sure the man has enough heart ache at the moment.

thanks.

[adiaireton8]

If the Pope accepted Christ as his personal savior

Interestingly enough, the Bible never tells us that we must "accept" Christ as our "personal savior". That is Evangelical mumbo-jumbo that arises out of American revivalism. But, don't bother me with the facts.

-A8

[joesbucks]

That pastor is the Ann Coulter/Michale Moore of the Baptist faith.