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1 | Are Reformed people lost souls? | 2 Pet 1:10 | John Reformed | 99499 | ||
The way uderstand it is that debating the relative merits of a particlar theology, Calvinism vs Arminianism for example are "strictly prohibited". I do not believe that it prohibits users from engaging in civil debates over differences in doctrine. If that were the case, only one viewpoint would be permitted. Take the doctrine of the Trinity for instance. The majority of evangelical denominations hold this doctrine to be an essential truth without which Salvation is not possible. Regardless of whether a particular member of the forum believes it or not, forbidding it's discussion would be unthinkable! The same is true for baptism, atonement, the incarnation, damnation, salvation... I could go on and on. My advice would be to state the truth as you see; Found your statement on Scripture and speak it in words salted with love. The problem is not theology it is the failure to manifest the fruit of self-control. It is my prayer that God will bless us all with that particular grace. Grace and Peace, John Reformed |
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2 | Are Reformed people lost souls? | 2 Pet 1:10 | Aixen7z4 | 99501 | ||
I think that that notice was put up specifically because of a current debate on the recurring topic of Calvinism, in which there seemed to be a certain pushing of a denominational bias, which many people were expressing the wish that there was a way to stop it. I think that was the moderator's attempt to stop it. | ||||||
3 | Are Reformed people lost souls? | 2 Pet 1:10 | John Reformed | 99503 | ||
I don't recall discussing the topic of calvinism. The topic I was engaged in was "the Potters freedom". To make sure that I had not inadvertantly been pushing a denominational bias or engaging in a C/A debate, I reviewed my posts and found that I had'nt even used the "C" word once! But perhaps I missed an occasion or two. I did recieve posts from certain others who attempted to revive the old debate, but my replies clearly show that I did not rise to the bait. What people think of a particular theologian is neither here nor there to me. My interest is in "what sayeth the Lord". And I certainly did not speculate about whether those whose beliefs differ from mine were saved! Rom 14:4 Who are you to judge the servant of another? To his own master he stands or falls; and he will stand, for the Lord is able to make him stand. Grace and Peace (I really mean it!) :-), John Reformed |
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