[kerryusama04]

We know that the Apostles had the authority from Christ, and so we know that those ordained by the Apostles (and those in sacramental succession from the Apostles) have this authority.

Who ordained Paul? Who ordained the Gentiles in Acts 10:47-48?

She determines who has the Spirit by way of succession.

How much evil has entered this church of yours "by way of succession"? Wouldn't a better standard be that which Jesus Himself was identified by?

Isa 8:20 To the Law and to the testimony! If they do not speak according to this Word, it is because no light is in them.

See also the longer version at Deuteronomy 13:1-5.

[adiaireton8]

Who ordained Paul?

He himself was an Apostle, the "least of the Apostles", not one of the Twelve; Christ appeared to him last. (1 Cor 15:7-9)

Who ordained the Gentiles in Acts 10:47-48?

They were not there ordained. They were baptized.

How much evil has entered this church of yours "by way of succession"?

None. Evil enters the church only by disobedience, especially the disobedience of rebellion against Christ's appointed authorities.

Wouldn't a better standard be that which Jesus Himself was identified by?

I don't understand this question.

If they do not speak according to this Word, it is because no light is in them.

Whose interpretation? That's the question Protestants conveniently sweep under the rug.

-A8