I just wanted to say that I Do understand that there are many denominations that believe they hold the ultimate stance in truth. My denomination is definitely one of them~ However, I would have less respect for any denomination that did NOT state as much. I respect anyone that will stand up and fight for their faith in God. That will stand up and stand firm for their Christian church! Again, ultimately we ARE all part of this same wonderful household, even if we argue (as all families have done since the beginning of time.)
I'm going to attempt to slip as quietly out of this thread as I slipped in but hopefully leave with this.....
I won't go to my brother and tell him, “Daddy loves me more because I draw pretty pictures!” Nor would my brother tell me, “Dad loves me more because I am more organized!”
I am proud to see the amazing determination and conviction displayed by each poster here! Would that such astounding talent could be so openly shared amongst those that have no knowledge of God~ Such conviction could surely win many hearts to our Lord!
First off, welcome to FR!
***I just wanted to say that I Do understand that there are many denominations that believe they hold the ultimate stance in truth.***
Here is the subtle distinction. While we Proddies each think that their own denomination has the fullest understanding of Scripture, we also agree that the other is saved by Grace through Faith in Christ. We also admit that there may well be an area where our own corner might be wrong.
I am pinging 6 Proddies from several different confessions to confirm that.
Thanks for your thoughtful and perceptive insights.
Not necessarily...Your husband being a Baptist, would believe that he is a Christian by accepting Jesus as his Savior...That Jesus paid the entire price for his Salvation; that he could do NOTHING of himself to become righteous enough to get saved, and that he is saved for eternity, right now...
Catholics believe, in my best estimate, that you become a Christian by ultimately joining their religion...
What separates Christians from the non-Christians is whether or not they have the Kingdom of God within them...
Some religions teach that the Kingdom of God is their religion...A physical Kingdom with a hierarchy with priests, bishops, etc...Buildings; an organized religion...
Only if the Kingdom of God lives within a person can that person be a Christian...