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Other religions are kinda my speciality, Mormonism and Satanism are the two I know the most about, but I do know a good deal of info on many others as well. So ask away.
 
Knowledge of other religions is key when attempting to evangelize them.

But, what about all of the many different paths that Christians are following?

If one, in another state, were to come to you on this forum seeking advice on finding a scriptural church in their area to attend, what guidelines would you offer them?

In Christ,

Pogo
 
Pogo said:
Knowledge of other religions is key when attempting to evangelize them.

But, what about all of the many different paths that Christians are following?

If one, in another state, were to come to you on this forum seeking advice on finding a scriptural church in their area to attend, what guidelines would you offer them?

In Christ,

Pogo
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Not really a question I expected, but I'll answer you anyway. :-D

A bible believing, bible only church is a good place to start. They need to make sure that the only authority in the church is Jesus, and not any man. I would also suggest they find something that fits there personality, I can't think of where it's at now but I believe the Bible mentions gathering with like minded believers, everyone's different my church is a little more modern and that suits me fine, but others may prefer something a little more traditional.

Hope that answers your question.
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I see your response, though perfectly valiid for most, as sort of a non-answer as to the way I view churches.

In my view, Satanism (I know practically nothing about Satanism, BTW) as a religion, is rightly seen as OVERTLY opposing Christianity.

Over time, it seems that I have come to see the many denominations of Christianity as weaker flavors of COVERT Satanism.

Since Christ only founded one church, I was thinking that your background may give you unique insight into the Christian rites performed (especially baptism and communion) in the many diverse churches/sects found in our world today.

And, that possibly, you could shine some light on any errors that may stand out.

Would not reversing, or inverting, Christian symbols, such as a cross, be significant to a Satanist.

And, would not reversing the elements, or steps, of a Christian rite cause it to violate it's intended meaning toward Christ?

In Christ,

Pogo
 
Nope!

But, I did attend a funeral in a catholic church once.

I do understand why you asked, though.

I've rejected two different churches and one church rejected me, all Protestant.

I now worship with a handful of others in a home based church.

Am I accurate regarding the reversing of symbols and the steps of rites?

In Christ,

Pogo
 
Pogo said:
Nope!

But, I did attend a funeral in a catholic church once.

I do understand why you asked, though.

I've rejected two different churches and one church rejected me, all Protestant.

I now worship with a handful of others in a home based church.

Am I accurate regarding the reversing of symbols and the steps of rites?

In Christ,

Pogo
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First of all let me say that I love home based churches, that's how my church got started, and we still meet that way a lot.

Now I have to agree and yet disagree with you, I think that it has happened in SOME churches but not all. You see where I live (Utah) the population of christians is less than 3%, so most of us out here are very careful to do things the right, biblical, way. I've never lived out side of here so I really don't know what the church is like in other parts of the nation. I really don't like to get into denominations I think they do nothing but tear the body of Christ apart.
 
I've spent a little time in Utah, back in the seventies.

I was stationed at Greenriver while in the military. You must be Catholic. I think that must be the only other church in Utah other than the LDS.

I was hitch-hiking from Greeriver to Price one weekend and a Catholic priest gave me a ride. He explained that he was riding a circut much like preachers of the 17 and 18 hundreds. None of the small towns could afford a full-time preacher, so he preached onece a month at four different towns.

The Canyon Lands region is very beautiful, and was very remote back then, I would hate to have car trouble out there on those roads,

Pogo
 
Pogo said:
I've spent a little time in Utah, back in the seventies.

I was stationed at Greenriver while in the military. You must be Catholic. I think that must be the only other church in Utah other than the LDS.

I was hitch-hiking from Greeriver to Price one weekend and a Catholic priest gave me a ride. He explained that he was riding a circut much like preachers of the 17 and 18 hundreds. None of the small towns could afford a full-time preacher, so he preached onece a month at four different towns.

The Canyon Lands region is very beautiful, and was very remote back then, I would hate to have car trouble out there on those roads,

Pogo
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Utah is a great place, just full of lost people. No I too am not Catholic, I don't like denominations when asked I tell people I'm simply a Jesus freak.

You might be surprised at the number of religions in Utah of course 96% are Mormon, but there are a lot of Christian churches, and some others as well including Buddhist & Hindu temples.
 
Most Christians feel uncomfortable when they talk about God or religion with a Christian of another denomination. It shouldn't be that way but different denominations each have something that one Christian may like but the other Christian may disagree with, kind of like the political parties.
 
There's no such religion called Satanism. Satanism was created by an opportunist named Antwan LeVay to exploit unattractive teenagers. He came up with this gimmick called the Satanic Bible that has all kinds of literature in it done by schizophrenics he found at the local psychiatric hospital. And when it does make sense, it's phony, gimmicky nonsense.
 
The Bible Thumper said:
There's no such religion called Satanism. Satanism was created by an opportunist named Antwan LeVay to exploit unattractive teenagers. He came up with this gimmick called the Satanic Bible that has all kinds of literature in it done by schizophrenics he found at the local psychiatric hospital. And when it does make sense, it's phony, gimmicky nonsense.
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If a person follows something "religiously" it becomes a religion. Personally I'm against religion. I follow Jesus and not a religion.
 
What about that new rave among the kids, you know that digital world religion. The religion from the digivers iirc. Tell me all about it misfit.
 
misfit said:
Personally I'm against religion. I follow Jesus and not a religion.
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A lot of people make that claim. But if you follow Jesus, then you can't be against religion, for you have a religion.

re-lig-ion (ri-lijn). A system of belief, principles, or opinions : creed, dogma, faith, religion, philosophy, doctrine, credo, canons, gospel.
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Excerpted from American Heritage Talking Dictionary
Copyright © 1997 The Learning Company, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Not only that, but both Paul and James spoke of religion in a positive way. So why should you oppose it?

1 Timothy 3:16 Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of our religion: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated in the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the nations, believed on in the world, taken up in glory. RSV

James 1:27 Religion that is pure and undefiled before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.
 
What can you tell me about the "word of faith" movement? Is it the same as gnosticism?

From my understanding followers of word of faith believe God cannot act unless we ask, will, force (take your pick).
 
Here is an article about the Word of Faith Movement which may be a fair description:

Word of Faith

I see no resemblance between the Word of Faith Movement and gnosticism.
 
WOW :shocked!:

They sound like a large and wealthy group of heretics. Who spread false teachings to millions of people. Why is this not concidered a cult?
 
Do you know anything about Hinduism? I ask because up until the recent trouble in India (50 Christians burnt alive, 600 Churches burnt to the ground, 5000 Christian homes and businesses confiscated and destroyed, 15,000 homeless Christians roaming near-by woods and poisoned water supplies) I've considered the Hindu faith a relatively peaceful one. How do these evil mad-men justify their actions with their faith?
 
Joshua said:
What can you tell me about the "word of faith" movement? Is it the same as gnosticism?

From my understanding followers of word of faith believe God cannot act unless we ask, will, force (take your pick).
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Honestly I've never heard of it, I'll have to look into it.
 
Pogo said:
Knowledge of other religions is key when attempting to evangelize them.

But, what about all of the many different paths that Christians are following?

If one, in another state, were to come to you on this forum seeking advice on finding a scriptural church in their area to attend, what guidelines would you offer them?

In Christ,

Pogo
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Don't all the apostate heretical churches think they are scriptural? haha!

My advice would be to spend a lot of time in the word of God before going into any church. Also, pray often for wisdom and discernment concerning the deceptive age we are living in. The Holy Spirit has to be the teacher in which all other teachers must fall under and line up with. Never put yourself under any man, only God; you can respect authority without being under man.
Learn to go straight to God for spiritual food; as we grow we shouldn't need spoon feedings from a pastor, this is dangerous in the day we are living in, and what happens if a day comes when you can no longer in good conscience "go to" church?
It's best to know how to feed oneself through the word and Holy Spirit.
Don't just pay attention to what they are teaching... also listen very closely for what they may be leaving out.

Just a few of my opinions and experiences.
 
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