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Why would you think this question Why did the Protestants rebel against the Roman church? would not undermine the thread, but this would - Why did the bishops of Rome, that formed the Apostolic See (Holy See) rebel against Christ's teachings, and his early Church? Neither question undermines...

Thanks. Can you explain why I would, please.

It is possible to trace history, and learn something about the early Church during the period of 60-100 AD. For example, there are bishops mentioned... Papias, being one, who is said to have lived from 60 – 130 AD. He is refered to as Bishop of Hierapolis. The diocese of Hierapolis, was a...

Sounds like you take the number seven literal. So, you really think there was only one congregation in those seven parts, after all that preaching and disciple making, and growth that exceeded 10,000? That's really interesting. I wonder what other numbers you take literal. The 1,000 years; the...

Thanks. I wonder if I will ever get an answer.

I didn't even realize that. Thanks.

Oh, okay. You may have zeroed in on that one, but what I mentioned included and was more focussed on the main cause of the splits - relying on their own interpretation of scripture.. If you have another reason for why the Protestants did not put up with the Roman Church's domination besides this...

Edit: @AlexB23 Perhaps I should have rendered the question Who are Jesus' followers, and what are their identifying marks identifies them as Jesus' followers, according to scripture? considering the answers I am getting.

Sorry if I am butting in. I don't mean to. Just want to share if that's okay. Why start there? There was a break even before then. Early splits But there were also major breaks, or schisms, over Christian theology during this time. One of the most notable early schisms, the Arian controversy in...

Yes. Thanks.

No. Of course not. If I asked you what day it is, are you going to tell me, "modern day"... unless you have something to hide, or are just playing games? If specific aspects of the truth, is being discussed, do you think using broad statements addresses those specifics, or excuses one from...

Would you mind explaining why? Thanks.

Hi JFF. That is a good question. Are you asking in order to find out how the Bible answers, or do you know how the Bible answers, but is seeking to hear what others say? I was just reading this article. Quite interesting. I rad it through. There's just about one thing I do not agree with, and...

Thanks for sharing what you think. What we think isn't important though. Would you agree? For example, many persons think that religion is just travelling on different roads leading to life. Jesus said that is not true. Matthew 7:13, 14. Does what people think matter, or do we accept what God's...

... and Judas was... a disciple - a follower of Christ? Thank you. ... and the children are... the disciples - followers of Christ? Thank you. So, we agree. In order for persons to understand God's word, they need to be taught by at least one of the disciples - a follower of Christ. Thank you...

Thank you. The "you" and "your" there, refers to whom... unbelievers, and those whom have not been taught, or actual followers of Christ, whom have been taught? Same question... The "you" there, refers to whom... unbelievers, and those whom have not been taught, or actual followers of Christ...

Thanks Alex, but that's the purpose of the OP - trying to find out who are Christians, today and what identifies them as such. Please see this post. Nearly two thousand years ago, Jesus followers were with him. They follow him where he went, and preached the gospel of the kingdom with him, as...

I asked someone in another post, if they can think of scriptures which show we can study the scriptures for ourselves under the guidance and direction of the Holy Spirit. Can you think of any, and share one with me? I'd really appreciate that. Thanks.

That's an excellent scripture Alex. Why didn't I think of that one. Yes. Jesus' followers were united wherever they went, both in the methods with which they preached, and the message they preached. Acts 11:19-21; Acts 16:11-14 You actually reminded me of another scripture. Jesus' followers...

I created the thread here. You mentioned that you have been doing this for about twenty four (24) years, so I can imagine you have grown to love it more. Do you derive joy from doing this, and what especially contributes to such joy, if any?