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To: Pablo64
The RC church does not (and has not for many, many centuries) resemble the church founded by the humble son of a Jewish carpenter.

He mentioned this, I think. Talked about an acorn and an oak tree, and a mustard seed.

The Son of God who was born in a humlbe stable and died on a cross for us never ever intended for his disciples to live in palaces, sit on golden thrones, amass vast quantities of wealth and treasure, and lord it over people.

"Intend it"? No ... but he did expect it. Why else do you think there are crystal-clear warnings against the abuse of such things in the Gospels? Luke 12:35-48 is in the Bible for a reason. Jesus wasn't wasting his breath.

78 posted on 03/20/2002 1:32:18 PM PST by Campion
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To: Campion
Please bear with me if I'm a little dense today (I had to work all last night and was up for almost 24 hours straight, so am a little slow today). Could you give me a little more clarification on your position? I read the referenced scripture and am familiar with it, but I'm not sure if I understand if you are defending the Catholic church with that, or if you were agreeing with my statement (you probably were clear, but I'm just missing it today).
85 posted on 03/20/2002 2:41:03 PM PST by Pablo64
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