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Originally Posted by seekerman
I wasn't clear with my statement. I should have said that within oneness pentecostalism, the behavior usually occurs in those who call themselves 'apostolic'. Within oneness pentecostalism, the more conservative they are, the more cult-like they become and the more likely the practice of allowing children to suffer, and sometimes die, will occur. Within oneness pentecostalism, those people will almost always self-label themselves as 'apostolic' and and be subject to a domineering pastorate who must be followed, even to the point of the abuse of children. This isn't painting all oneness pentecostals as such for most aren't, but it is recognizing the fact that the more 'apostolic' a group is, the more conservative they are in their dress and beliefs and behavior. In other words, the more cult-like they become.
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(with regard to the bold) HOGWASH! You my friend have a real problem! Just because you are bitter against all things "apostolic" I would appreciate it greatly if you would quit the spewing of venom you are doing. I have been around some of the most conservative men on the planet and your depiction of them is way off. Are there some......of course....the extreme minority? Absolutely. Thousands of believers are VERY conservative in dress and beliefs and behavior and would NEVER espouse to these doctrines to the abuse/harm of children. Apparently because you have encountered a few in your small world of experience you think all ultra-con apostolics are the same. THEY'RE NOT. I guess you believe the earth is flat too.....lol
I do not mean to be harsh, however your relentless attempt to paint those who hold standards as a personal commitment as being cultish and in heresy gets old.
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