I have Left the UPC Church

[mfblume]

Originally Posted by Michlow

I am truly trying not to do that. In truth, after discovering that my foundation was faulty, I am trying to rebuild it on solid ground. I have a saying that I say partially in jest "I believe that Jesus is God, the rest is negotiable"

That is my starting point, that much I can believe is truth. I personally believe that its a good place to start

It is something to note as well that amongst all religious responses to the question "What must we do?", what the apostles gave was Acts 2:38. We find no, "Raise your hand and accept Jesus into your heart," or "sign your name on a membership roll." These are issues the UPC has correct.

And the day of Pentecost is when the church started. And the bible specifically says they stood on the apostles' doctrine.

Even Jesus said that He prayed for His disciples and that the world might believe THROUGH THEIR word.

I really believe these are stedfast issues, M. What the bible flatly says in plain language is sure. Other extrabiblical issues as if women go to hell for wearing pants are really no-brainers that they are NOT foundational issues.

Keep this passage in mind in your journey:

Heb 6:1-2 KJV Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God, (2) Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.

Never compromise those 6 issues.

[Sherri]

Mich, Mich, Mich......I do love you for your transparency!! You are a breath of fresh air on here many times when I need a good laugh. I think you're one of the most sincere people that I know and that you have a heart after God, like David. Just keep chasing Him (God, not David). He will lead and guide you into all truth.

You have to have passion; that's what it's all about. God is so big and so awesome, we cannot begin to understand Him. But He is ultimately always good and He is faithful; He will keep you. The Word does say to work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. Read the Word and let it sink into your Spirit; He will speak to you through it.

I love you. If you ever need to talk, PM me. Meanwhile, I'll be praying!

[Michlow]

Originally Posted by Sherri

Mich, Mich, Mich......I do love you for your transparency!! You are a breath of fresh air on here many times when I need a good laugh. I think you're one of the most sincere people that I know and that you have a heart after God, like David. Just keep chasing Him (God, not David). He will lead and guide you into all truth.

You have to have passion; that's what it's all about. God is so big and so awesome, we cannot begin to understand Him. But He is ultimately always good and He is faithful; He will keep you. The Word does say to work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. Read the Word and let it sink into your Spirit; He will speak to you through it.

I love you. If you ever need to talk, PM me. Meanwhile, I'll be praying!

Thank you so much Sherri!

You sure you guys don't want to move your church to GA? Hark! Listen to what the Spirit of the Lord speaketh....

[tamor]

Originally Posted by Michlow

Thank you so much Sherri!

You sure you guys don't want to move your church to GA? Hark! Listen to what the Spirit of the Lord speaketh....

You never can tell, huh Sherri?

[Sherri]

Originally Posted by tamor

You never can tell, huh Sherri?

Well, we're in three states now and in four countries. Who knows when Georgia will be on the list??

[berkeley]

Originally Posted by Sherri

Well, we're in three states now and in four countries. Who knows when Georgia will be on the list??

CA on the list?????oloroid

[Sherri]

Originally Posted by Berkeley

CA on the list?????oloroid

I guess I could do like Randy White and just move out there by myself, huh? Wonder what Pastor Eddie would say about that?????(I think I would miss him just a little).

[tamor]

Originally Posted by Sherri

Well, we're in three states now and in four countries. Who knows when Georgia will be on the list??

I'm having a senior moment........what's the third state??

[berkeley]

Originally Posted by tamor

I'm having a senior moment........what's the third state??

Mississippi!!!

[Sherri]

Originally Posted by tamor

I'm having a senior moment........what's the third state??

Illinois......newly ordained guy there.