Yeah, that as well.
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Yeah, that as well.
Obviously anything which is an item of dogma within a specific religion is by definition non-negotiable. However there are also areas of theological uncertainty. These areas however cannot by definition parts of the central beliefs of that religion, that just wouldn't make sense.Quote:
Originally Posted by Biggles
Obviously life is full of grey areas if one is looking at things objectively. However, if one becomes say a Baptist the other members might look askance if you say "obviously I don't believe in a literal God" That point is non-negotiable as far as they are concerned. In some churches Noah's Ark, talking snakes and fruit that confers knowledge of good and evil are also non-negotiable. However there is always the CofE bless :)Quote:
Originally Posted by manicgeek
Me for example, I'm not particularly concerned about much of the Old Testament. I'm more interested in the New Testament and in particular the teachings of Christ. To me that's what being a Christian means.
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Originally Posted by Mr JP FugleySome of it's pish but it's what it teaches ewe that matters.Quote:
Originally Posted by Biggles
fixed.summarized.
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Keep Scotland out of this :dabs:Quote:
Originally Posted by manicgeek
More "some of it's meh" but your way of putting it was better.
So when do you want the holy wars to commence ?Quote:
Originally Posted by Squeamous
Well, hopefully not for the next couple of hours because I've got the dinner on.Quote:
Originally Posted by manicgeekSo when do you want the holy wars to commence ?Quote:
Originally Posted by Squeamous
I'm not sure it's possible to keep the cause of all trouble out of any argument ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by BigglesKeep Scotland out of this :dabs:Quote:
Originally Posted by manicgeek
And it says in your belief system that holy wars cannot be fought through dinner time does it :lol:Quote:
Originally Posted by Squeamous