How Far Should The UPC Go to Appease Them? - Page 4

TrmptPraise · #31 02-01-2008, 02:09 PM

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Originally Posted by dizzyde

Considering the leadership of my pastor, and the men of God that I know personally, I'm thinking we'll be fine.

Amen

dizzyde · #32 02-01-2008, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by TrmptPraise

Amen

embonpoint · #33 02-01-2008, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Draw4Tacos

For the record, it is a known fact that the congregation of at least one of the "Tulsa 6" was built by active proselytization from other UPC churches in the area (and even from other states) over the course of many years.

"known facts" presented without data usually means long circulated gossip, innuendo and speculation. All common weapons for those commiting character assassination from the "moral high ground". Just remember to compensate for shooting down hill.

NLYP · #34 02-01-2008, 04:14 PM

NOBODY has been able to give me a solid answer to one little question....what is that question you may ask?

See the thread I will start concerning Tulsa.

jrLA · #35 02-01-2008, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by NLYP

NOBODY has been able to give me a solid answer to one little question....what is that question you may ask?

See the thread I will start concerning Tulsa.

What thread? I see none with your name. Help me.

StillStanding · #36 02-01-2008, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by NLYP

NOBODY has been able to give me a solid answer to one little question....what is that question you may ask?

See the thread I will start concerning Tulsa.

*admin puts their fingers near the delete button in anticipation!*

NLYP · #37 02-01-2008, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by jrLA

What thread? I see none with your name. Help me.

Have not posted the thread yet.....working on it.

Ferd · #38 02-01-2008, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Pastor Poster

There are some who advocate the idea of appeasement.

The idea that the UPC should just allow dual membership with no questions asked.

That the UPC should stand by as its ministers and constituents are fed a line about a new "preferred Apostolic future/direction."

How far do you think the UPC should go to appease these men?

As a pastor, what would you do if a new and improved church opened up next door to you and solicited the members of the congregation you led?

The lesson of history teaches us that appeasement leads to defeat.