What Church should I Join?

**renaissance12** · 07-21-2018, 07:50 AM

Originally Posted by Loki

I don't care what the Roman Catholic Church (or Martin Luther for that matter) does or views Mary as.. I follow the Bible and the Gospel as revealed to the Apostles. And there is nothing in there about Mary veneration, or saying Hail Marys, etc etc. It's idolatry.

The Virgin Mary is was a normal human being, like the rest of us. She is not divine, and she is not listening to our prayers either. She is not at all like Jesus. I don't care what Martin Luther said about the matter. Lutheran churches are also full of idolatry, like the Roman Catholic Church, and they have also changed the Ten Commandments so that they could have their idols.

A "virgin" mother of Jesus could not be a normal human being.. Do you agree ?

From theological point of view there are very very small diferent Bible interpretations among any Christians.... but a "Church" is not only based upon theology... a Church is an "organization" also... Do you agree ?

**Loki** · 07-23-2018, 01:37 AM

Originally Posted by renaissance12

A "virgin" mother of Jesus could not be a normal human being.. Do you agree ?

No, I STRONGLY disagree. Mary was and is a normal human being. She died, and her spirit is with the other saints in heaven.. waiting on the resurrection of their bodies at the appointed time. She was impregnated by the Holy Spirit. The Bible teaches that. No evidence that she is anything more than a human being.

From theological point of view there are very very small diferent Bible interpretations among any Christians.... but a "Church" is not only based upon theology... a Church is an "organization" also... Do you agree ?

From Jesus' point of view -- the Church is the Body of Christ, the collection of all believers on earth. And there is no "pope" in the Church of Jesus...

**~~Profileid~~** · 07-23-2018, 03:40 AM

Originally Posted by Loki

Pentecostal is your best bet mate. I see you've been to Assembly of God, I assume that is sort of similar? But yeah, if you are serious about God, and want the "full gospel", not like the Baptists who don't believe in the Holy Spirit, pick a local Pentecostal church. A smaller congregation that is more intimate is often the best. I'm not a fan of megachurches... they're often corrupt. If you can find a church that is divided into small house groups that for example meet during the week, even better.

Have you been baptised yet?

What is your evidence that Baptists don't believe in the Holy Spirirt? I was raised Baptist and such concept was mentioned quite a bit! As far as Bible believing denominations go, I can't think of many more solid on it than Baptists.

**~~Joso~~** · 07-23-2018, 03:48 AM

Protestants are the only true christians

**Loki** · 07-23-2018, 04:00 AM

Originally Posted by Profileid

What is your evidence that Baptists don't believe in the Holy Spirirt? I was raised Baptist and such concept was mentioned quite a bit! As far as Bible believing denominations go, I can't think of many more solid on it than Baptists.

As a Baptist, have you been filled with the Holy Spirit, and spoke in tongues? Do you know the Holy Spirit? Have you experienced his infilling? Could you describe it to me, what it was like?

I have spoken online to Baptists who don't believe in it really...it's all just theoretical to them,not reality. And they think speaking in tongues is of the devil,even though it's clearly Biblical! Some of the greatest deceivers I have met have been Baptists..who have hardened their hearts towards God, and blasphemed the Holy Spirit and holy things they know nothing of. All they care for is their technical knowledge, and they interpret the Bible in the way that would fit their ideology. It's very bad...

**~~Profileid~~** · 07-23-2018, 04:06 AM

Originally Posted by Loki

As a Baptist, have you been filled with the Holy Spirit, and spoke in tongues? Do you know the Holy Spirit? Have you experienced his infilling? Could you describe it to me, what it was like?

I don't prefer calling myself a Baptist. I am an unaffiliated Christian. And no. I have never spoken in tongues before. Neither have the vast majority of Christians.
My mom and other family members have talked at length of being filled with the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues however. I will take their word for it.

**EdwardS** · 07-23-2018, 11:13 AM

Originally Posted by Loki

You don't get it. I agree with these first bishops. But they don't agree with the Catholic Church!

They agree with the Eastern Orthodox Church. You may not believe me..just check it!

**Loki** · 07-23-2018, 11:54 AM

Originally Posted by Profileid

I don't prefer calling myself a Baptist. I am an unaffiliated Christian. And no. I have never spoken in tongues before. Neither have the vast majority of Christians.
My mom and other family members have talked at length of being filled with the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues however. I will take their word for it.

I see, that's great.

I also don't subscribe to any particular denomination. The Bible is good enough for me.

Yes, it is still a minority of Christians who are speaking in tongues. But the phenomenon is increasing worldwide. It is apt at the end of days, that the Christian Church would regain its efficiency and quality that it had during the Apostolic days, first years of Christianity.

**Thanas Django** · 07-26-2018, 07:41 PM

The Cypriot Orthodox church, founded by Paul and Barnaby.

In Cyprus it is actually that saint Paul was named Paul.

Acts 13 representing

**Larali** · 07-26-2018, 07:43 PM

Make a list of everything you want in a church, and everything you don't want (including your basic spiritual beliefs). Then schedule interviews with pastors from various churches. Visit several before settling on one. It may take time.