[ConservativeMind]

I think you are misunderstanding the meaning of the word "follow".

We are to follow the advice of those more wise than us only to the extent their words are compatible with Scripture. We cannot follow them nor their examples, as these are both highly fallible.

I do not follow what my minister says or does beyond what is consistent with the Bible, as that is what I am to be judged by on Judgment Day.

I agree that many have differing views of what the Bible says. Of course I believe my views are correct, otherwise I would not be following them nor espousing them! However, I also realize there are many things I have yet to learn. Additionally, there are many things we can agree to disagree on in "good faith".

For instance, I can believe capital punishment is valid, as there appears to be Scripture supporting such. But others can point to Scripture saying we are to forgive our enemies and take that as meaning no punishments should be handed out that might include death. I disagree with them, but I can see where they could have such understanding. I don't see this difference being one that compromises one's Salvation, so one can agree to disagree. Others, such as ordination of openly gay leaders in the Church, is effectively prohibited as an "abomination" before God.

The Catholic church has had its own splintering, including Luther's breakaway, the Anglican church, the Orthodox church, etc. To top it off, Pope over the years have issued conflicting and sometimes perverse edicts.

People are fallible, but the true Truth is not. For whoever speaks that, the rest should listen and get encouragement in their own walk.

[FJ290]

The Catholic church has had its own splintering, including Luther's breakaway, the Anglican church, the Orthodox church, etc. To top it off, Pope over the years have issued conflicting and sometimes perverse edicts.

Gotta get back to work, but wanted to say that what should be stated here is not Luther's breakaway, but Luther's rebellion and Henry XII's lusts being satisified.

The Popes have been very consistent in doctrine, so I disagree with you on that one. Perverse? Well, I can show you some perverse ones in non-Catholics sects.

For your viewing enjoyment.

Rodney Howard Browne

Robert Tilton's Performing Poodles

Pastor Theo Faith Healing Exposed

Benny Hinn Examined

It's getting a old hearing that we're "perverse." Look in the mirror.