I have Left the UPC Church

[Michlow]

Originally Posted by Margies3

Just curious, Mich. Can you share what some of the other things you disagree with are?

In a nutshell? Tithing or your money is cursed (I believe tithing if of the LAw and the NT mandate is to give as the Lord directs)

Separation of ministry and laity. Elevation of ministry. Focus on church buildings and programs. And of course, the ever mentioned standards.

Originally Posted by Ronzo

Nice.

LOL, I am used to it Ron! Ever since I turned liberal he is mean to me! *Cry*

Originally Posted by Malvaro

Leave the UPC if you must, but don't leave the Apostolic doctrine.... the principles contained in the scriptures are the only thing that can keep you....

I can't say that I am necessarily "leaving" the doctrine. Right now I am not doing anything with the doctrine. Right now, I am trying correct the warped image of God that I received. Because if I don't know who God really is. If I don't believe that he is good, or loving, or anything, what does the rest matter? And no, I don't blame that entirely on the UPC, as I attended a spiritually abusive UPC church, of which you are already aware.

Originally Posted by Ronzo

Been there myself for a long time.

That's why I love having you and Nate and DT to talk to !