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GDR
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Message 30 of 62 (701055)
06-11-2013 12:15 AM
Reply to: Message 1 by Tempe 12ft Chicken
06-07-2013 10:32 AM


It's in the Book.
The Pope simply brought the church in line with what the Bible actually says.

He has told you, O man, what is good ; And what does the LORD require of you But to do justice, to love kindness, And to walk humbly with your God.
Micah 6:8

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GDR
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Message 51 of 62 (701177)
06-12-2013 4:53 PM
Reply to: Message 50 by Tempe 12ft Chicken
06-12-2013 3:56 PM


Re: It's in the Book.
T12Chicken writes:
Agreed, but the fact that this sentiment came from the Holy See is what makes the difference. I have heard Priests and other members of the church state that Atheists can get to their heaven. The amazing part of this, at least to me, is that it finally came from the highest office in the Church.
This what Paul says in his 1st letter to the Corinthians.
quote:
Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men's hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God.
Both Paul and the Gospels are clear that it is the motivation of our hearts that separates us from, or makes us right with God. That is the whole point of Christian grace. It isn't simply about what we do or don't do but it is about our fundamental humanness. It isn't about our doctrinal beliefs.
T12Chicken writes:
Disclaimer - I still do not trust that there is any evidence their heaven exists, I just like the concept of people accepting one another for who they are and not requiring them to toe the line.
Let's talk this over again when we get there.
Edited by GDR, : No reason given.

He has told you, O man, what is good ; And what does the LORD require of you But to do justice, to love kindness, And to walk humbly with your God.
Micah 6:8

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