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To: Texas_Guy

No, I am not.

Jesus was talking about using titles like *Father*, *Rabbi*, and *Teacher* (Instructor) for religious leaders.

Catholics are the ones accusing Paul of disobeying Jesus and then they turn around and use it as an excuse to sin themselves. *Well, Paul did it, so that means we can get away with it, too.* is not going to fly with God for addressing your priests as Father ________ and pope (Just another term for father).

Taking the command in context does not preclude recognizing that children call their male parent *father*, nor does it preclude using it as an illustration to make a point.

It does prohibit calling someone *Father Paul* (which Paul was never called) or *Father John* or *Father Peter* or whatever name you chose to tack onto a title Jesus told you not to use and that is NEVER used in the NT. Ever.


13 posted on 02/26/2024 4:05:45 PM PST by metmom (He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus…)
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To: metmom

No we aren’t.
You obviously read nothing I posted.
Maybe you should listen to Father Paul more.


14 posted on 02/26/2024 5:07:10 PM PST by Texas_Guy
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