They’re the closest thing to allies in doing God’s work that we’re going to find among humanity on earth, outside of our own, WVKayaker. No need of an intercessor, yes, it’s clear from the Bible. If one were to accept such, provided that this intercessor is genuinely of God, is salvation endangered? The elevation of Mary, and apparently praying to her, bothers me more. But, then again, as I’ve mentioned, I have known many Catholics who, to me, appear to have found salvation, by the clear Word of God.
How much weight do extraneous beliefs carry? Are they actively attempting to live God’s will? Many are, as I am able to determine. Mormonism has a whole ‘nother level of belief, that seems to contradict the clear Word of God, though. Good people for the most part, frugal and clean living, charitable. Good works. But, the Joseph Smith stuff, added to the Word, is very disturbing. I don’t think they’re Christian. Catholics are.
In a previous post, I said "All Christians are not (Roman) Catholic. All (Roman) Catholics are not Christian. They just assume their membership in good standing applies, because the RC church says so. I reiterate that, and agree that there are many good Christian Roman Catholics.
Unfortunately their indoctrination is good, like the Muslims. Take them early and drill it into their heads. Don't forget to rap those knuckles, while you're at it.)
The same applies to some Mormons.To expand on that thought, their churches require adherence to many unsound doctrines. Maryology at least elevates one woman. It just mistakenly sets her into an unScriptural position. She was just a vessel. In Mormonism, the womans sole role is to a concubine and baby factory. Only when the gum't demanded it, Blacks were not allowed. What kind of god is that?
I apply the rat poison theory, when testing a church's claims. You entice them with corn, or other goodies, which they want. But you sprinkle it with something that will bring them to a sure death...
