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Originally Posted by Sam
theoldpaths and I (Sam) have posted two of the several opinions held by Oneness Apostolic Pentecostals about what the "water" of John 3:5 means. Others believe it is a reference to the Spirit of God. In other words Jesus is saying, "unless a person is born of water even the Spirit of God" or "unless a person is born of water which is the Spirit of God." There are diverse views among us as to just what is meant here. The main thing is to accept and respect others who do not see things the way we do. When the UPC was formed in 1945 it was based on a diversity of beliefs as to the plan of salvation and the new birth but an emphasis was placed on unity and not contending for individual beliefs. That was the purpose for the original "fundamental doctrine" statement. |
What you have said is so true, Sam. It is a shame that the original spirit has been distorted and been transformed into exclusivity instead of inclusivity and a desire to share with the world instead of condemn the world.
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