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    What is it about non-denominations that Lutherans warn against?

    In my "dealings" with this message board, I would tend to disagree with the last part. It was only when I was able to PM a few posters, that the conversation(s) became less threatening and more civil.
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    What is it about non-denominations that Lutherans warn against?

    I'm not saying that you're wrong, nor am I saying that you have to falsely admit to being wrong. What I am saying is that by telling someone that they are wrong, it shuts that person out as they will automatically go on the defensive. Phrases such as "if you choose to believe that, " and "X...
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    What is it about non-denominations that Lutherans warn against?

    And that's fine. By saying we're right and you're wrong, it shows a lack of respect for another's views, and in turn that person, as well as prevents any kind of intelligent conversation right there.
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    What is it about non-denominations that Lutherans warn against?

    ND churches vary greatly. I'm reading a lot of preconceived misconceptions here. This attitude of we're (Lutherans) right and they're (everyone else) wrong could use a shift towards we believe this, and they believe that.
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    Doctrine Poll

    Theistic Evolution is a form of Old Earth Creatonism Both since we're all responsible for Adam and Eve's sins as evidenced by the presence of sin today. Of course we're responsible for our own sins as well. Not sure. Both sides of this coin have some good arguments. My answers are in bold.
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    Have you been immersed (baptized) in water?

    In addition, aren't we supposed to strive to be like Christ? Wasn't Christ immersed?
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    The worm and the butterfly

    Welcome to the ND forum as of March or so.
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    Why do Protestants believe the Bible is the Word of God?

    That is where we disagree.
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    Free Camping Trip for all denominations in So. Cal.

    Right, I know 74 quite well. There are 3 camp sights there, Blue Jay, Wildamar, and Casper's. On your way in, and on your way out, make sure to stop at the candy store across from the San Juan trail head. You can thank me later.
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    Why are you non-denominational?

    I am non denominational because there is no denomination that I can agree with enough for me to be okay with it.
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    Free Camping Trip for all denominations in So. Cal.

    If it's off of the Ortega Highway, how is it Irvine? Are you going to Blue Jay, Wildamar, or Casper's? Cool idea though.
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    Question about the non-denominational faith

    My family went to a different church this morning. There the introduction to a sermon about the falsehoods of works was the worship band playing Stairway to Heaven. I've seen sermons preached from Watchtower-esque pamphlets, not the Bible. All that I am saying is that I have seen great...
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    Question about the non-denominational faith

    Doctrines vary greatly from ND to ND. The SoF here is way too strict judging by my experiences. I've seen so much at various ND's that not much would surprise me anymore.
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    A man at the end

    Then I would start with debt counseling if you haven't already.
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    A man at the end

    Get a second job then. I am an out of work civil engineer who's installing DirecTv since I can't put my previous employment experience to work for now. With a wife and 2 young boys (5 and 1), not having a source of income with which to provide is not an option. I'll say it again, humble...
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