I love not being Apostolic!!!

[Michael Phelps]

Originally Posted by followingJesus

I will rest very well tonight thank you.

My what a disrespectful person you are.

No a lic is not required but it helps us know whom we minister among, because not everything that claims to be Aposotlic Pentecost is.

If a man can not respect those over him howcan he expect people to respct him? I may not always agree with everything the org does but it is the best thing going. And if it will stay with what is stated in the articles of faith we will be all right.

Interesting.....I notice you didn't say "If we stay with what's in the Bible"....but, rather, you're basing your salvation on the "Articles of Faith" of a man made organization.......sounds about right.

[endtimer]

Dumb thread. really.

[Michael Phelps]

Originally Posted by endtimer

Dumb thread. really.

Dumber than the "I Love Being Apostolic" thread?

[endtimer]

Originally Posted by Michael Phelps

Dumber than the "I Love Being Apostolic" thread?

About neck and neck IMO. This one looked like it had better potential in the beginning anyway. The other was dead on arrival.

[Michael Phelps]

Originally Posted by endtimer

About neck and neck IMO. This one looked like it had better potential in the beginning anyway. The other was dead on arrival.

Ha, good point....but, they both kind of caused an immediate, yet short lived debate......now, back to your regular programming!

[Michael The Disciple]

I am a disciple to Jesus first and foremost. Im ok with being called Apostolic. After all isnt this place called THE APOSTOLIC FRIENDS FORUM? Im also ok with being called Pentecostal. Im also ok with being called Charismatic. As long as I can love Jesus and hold tightly to him it doesnt matter what someone calls me. Those names may be helpful in helping me get a foot in the door for truth!

[n david]

Originally Posted by not4saken

Is this supposed to draw more respect? Move on, in my book. My daddy was licensed UPCI minister for over 30 years- he will stand before God just as I will...you are nuthin special to God- just a man with a piece of paper in his hand. I am so thankful Christ didn't require a license to preach the gospel to a lost and dying world. Just think- He might send you to a town that already boasts a UPCI assembly, and that same UPCI org, will not allow you to obey your call from God- because there is a church already in place. Never mind that it's been there for 40 years, running 20 people, and the pastor is satisfied with THAT. After all, he has a great secular job, and the church is just a part-time gig for him...

Of whom do I speak? No one in particular- it has happened alllll across this country, and I am certain that God is not pleased with it.

Someone WILL pay for the souls lost. God help ALL of you UPCI licensed ministers. You wear it like a badge. Stuff and nonsense. This is the sordid thinking that has made me re-think my love of 'organized religion'. I have a definate loathing for it.

Rest well on your pillow tonight, bro. You have to answer to the same JUDGE as myself one day.

Originally Posted by not4saken

And YOU, Sir, are haughty and high-minded. PROUD of your so called 'position' in the UPCI.

Wonder who has the best chance of makin it?
As for the UPCI bein the BEST THING GOING..you are delusional....

Go with God.

Originally Posted by houston

*edited by admin* You wouldn't know the difference between a prophecy and a fortune cookie, and you arrogantly proclaim to know the truth.

The truth will set you free! But you are bound by LEGALISM*edited by admin*!

I'm not UPC, and haven't been for almost a decade, but this kind of attack is uncalled for and should be unacceptable in this forum.

Not4saken and Houston -- do you know or even care who the person you're calling "haughty," "high-minded," and "delusional,"?

Forget about him being 30 years licensed in the UPC, do you know the individual? Maybe he is all you say, that doesn't make it right to do so. Look, he said enough to attack on substance without resorting to spiteful name-calling. There were statements made that you could attack, such as the one about the AOF; there being only one kind of Christian; respecting those over you; and the UPC being the best thing going to name a few...but please leave the petty name-calling out of it.

What happened to:

We do not allow any rebuking, hatefulness, name calling, or verbal attacks by any person or group of people, toward any person or group of people.

Organizations can be discussed but not assaulted.

[houston]

Originally Posted by kclee4jc

"I remember a time when I didn't gossip or tell white lies. Sexual immorality was repulsive. The sky was blue. Now everything is so blurred. I know right/wrong. I just don't feel anything anymore ... I know that I should feel something. I am not articulating well. Maybe being aware is a sign that there is hope."

Love you bro, but this doesnt seem like liberty.

Sir, I've had this going on since a loooong time ago. I picked it up from...

[houston]

Well. This was fun. I was bored at work so...


Thanks for the entertainment and the infraction.

Nothing personal.

Carry on...

[endtimer]

Originally Posted by n david

I'm not UPC, and haven't been for almost a decade, but this kind of attack is uncalled for and should be unacceptable in this forum.

Not4saken and Houston -- do you know or even care who the person you're calling "haughty," "high-minded," "delusional," poor pathetic 'pennycostal,'" and "pompous quasi Jew" is?

Forget about him being 30 years licensed in the UPC, do you know the individual? Maybe he is all you say, that doesn't make it right to do so. Look, he said enough to attack on substance without resorting to spiteful name-calling. There were statements made that you could attack, such as the one about the AOF; there being only one kind of Christian; respecting those over you; and the UPC being the best thing going to name a few...but please leave the petty name-calling out of it.

What happened to: