Bible Study Question

[MissBrattified]

Originally Posted by noeticknight

Pun intended??


My only caveat would be to avoid the history of Pentecost if possible. Also, if she belongs to one of the brand name churches, "salvational standards of membership" should be mentioned along with the other tenets of faith, since it would be the honest thing to do.

If she's not feeling ethical though, focusing on common ground may be the best route.

Nope, pun not intended, and my friend is 100% ethical and honest.

[noeticknight]

Originally Posted by MissBrattified

Nope, pun not intended, and my friend is 100% ethical and honest.

No doubt. I suppose it only becomes unethical if you promote teachings like mandatory tithing, the "Initial Evidence doctrine," or "outward holiness standards," while being cognizant of their falsities. She doesn't adhere to those does she?

Which would then beg the question, which is worse, ignorance, or unethical behavior?

Like I said, finding common ground is always a safe bet. I find it a bit arrogant when folks look at others through the "holier-than-thou-I-possess-complete-truth lens. Of course, since it is a critique of religious denominations, she could point out the differences of Pentecostals from a business perspective. She could show how they adequately serve their niche market with superior services and products, as opposed to her religious competitors who are apparently serving the wrong product, but still enjoy most of the market share.

[MissBrattified]

Originally Posted by noeticknight

No doubt. I suppose it only becomes unethical if you promote teachings like mandatory tithing, the "Initial Evidence doctrine," or "outward holiness standards," while being cognizant of their falsities. She doesn't adhere to those does she?

Which would then beg the question, which is worse, ignorance, or unethical behavior?

Like I said, finding common ground is always a safe bet. I find it a bit arrogant when folks look at others through the "holier-than-thou-I-possess-complete-truth lens. Of course, since it is a critique of religious denominations, she could point out the differences of Pentecostals from a business perspective. She could show how they adequately serve their niche market with superior services and products, as opposed to her religious competitors who are apparently serving the wrong product, but still enjoy most of the market share.

Wow, this post could almost qualify for acerbic wit, except that it's really not entertaining.

I really don't think my little thread is worth your valuable time and superior insight, so why bother?

[noeticknight]

Originally Posted by MissBrattified

Wow, this post could almost qualify for acerbic wit, except that it's really not entertaining.

I really don't think my little thread is worth your valuable time and superior insight, so why bother?

Sorry, I can only afford the seats in the peanut gallery I suppose.

Seriously though, why do you withdraw when confronted on doctrinal issues?