[Church_of_Christ] Re: Creeds
Clay,
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> Clay's response: It is the opposite Ray of followers that "join"
> a denomination accepts what that denomination believes
> and teaches and are not allowed to disagree with that denomination.
>
> Let's use yours for an example, you would ask me to accept the "trinity" and all the teachings that go along with that teaching. Well Church of Christ do not require that.
>
> I am satisfied that at Joelton where that is not required, that there
> are several beliefs as to the relationships between God the Father, Jesus the Christ and God's Holy SPirit have with the other.
>
> You told me a couple of days ago "IF" I didn't say I accept the Trinity doctrine I could go some where else and prior to that you said you wouldn't want me as member there.
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> That's how I would answer your question.
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> Followers at Joelton are Free to read the text and determine in their
> own hearts and mind what the scriptures teach and not what a particular denomination would "require" them to "accept" simply because some board some where decided what that denomination would teach.
>
> Does that make sense?
Yes, it makes sense, but that's not what TELLING SOMEONE WHAT TO BELIEVE means.
I never said I wouldn't WANT YOU as a member. I said you couldn't BE a member there. Churches do have statements of faith that are required to assent before placing membership. I hope I never place membership with a church that doesn't have one.
Personally, I would love to visit Joelton, have a meal with the church, visit with you, talk to other members. That would be great. But when it comes to membership, my first question would be "What is your statement of faith?" And if the answer was 'the bible is our only statement of faith' I would politely decline membership, but would feel free to visit at any time.
Ray
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