14 Apr 07
Originally posted by prosoccerGenerally, they all adhere to different ways of interpretting what it
Just wondering, I have never known, what is the difference between all the different denominations in Christianity? E.g, Baptists, Methodists, Lutherans, Orthodox, Unorthodox, or whatever else there might be.
means to be a Christian. There would be no reasonable way of
summarizing the positions because there are so many. For example,
amongst Lutherans in America alone there are three major
divisions: ELCA (the largest), Missori Synod and Wisconsin Synod.
Each has slightly different liturgical standards and theological tenets.
They each believe that the other is Christian, but that they are
somewhat misguided.
The same can be said of Methodists and Baptists; Roman Catholics
tend to be more outwardly orthodox (though in practice this is not the
case) and, as we speak, the Episcopal Church stands to divide in twain
over the issue of homosexuality.
The best way to learn of the differences is to research them through
their own websites and ask/email leaders in their community any
specific questions you might have.
Nemesio
14 Apr 07
Originally posted by prosoccerYeah, I think there are 1000+ sects of Christianity, each a little different from the last. In addition to having slightly different ideas on Christian life, they have different ideas on church, too. For example, some believe women should not be involved in services; some do not have musical instruments in services, etc.
Just wondering, I have never known, what is the difference between all the different denominations in Christianity? E.g, Baptists, Methodists, Lutherans, Orthodox, Unorthodox, or whatever else there might be.
14 Apr 07
Originally posted by prosoccerAccording to ivanhoe, Roman Catholics are the only ones who understand the Bible.
Just wondering, I have never known, what is the difference between all the different denominations in Christianity? E.g, Baptists, Methodists, Lutherans, Orthodox, Unorthodox, or whatever else there might be.
According to RBHILL, Roman Catholics are hell bound.
When you learn to interpolate among these sorts of viewpoints, you'll get the picture.
15 Apr 07
Originally posted by DoctorScribblesObviously: We're going to hell, but if there's a Bible quiz when we get there, we'll pass! 😉 Maybe we'll get longer coffee breaks or something.
According to ivanhoe, Roman Catholics are the only ones who understand the Bible.
According to RBHILL, Roman Catholics are hell bound.
When you learn to interpolate among these sorts of viewpoints, you'll get the picture.
15 Apr 07
Originally posted by DoctorScribblesIt depends thought. If a Catholic person accepts Christ then they are saved.
According to ivanhoe, Roman Catholics are the only ones who understand the Bible.
According to RBHILL, Roman Catholics are hell bound.
When you learn to interpolate among these sorts of viewpoints, you'll get the picture.
15 Apr 07
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Originally posted by RBHILLWhat if a Messianic Jew accepted Christ?
It depends thought. If a Catholic person accepts Christ then they are saved.
Note: Messianic Jews, as the name implies, are Jews who believe that Christ was the messiah but practice Judaism in all other aspects of religion.
15 Apr 07
Originally posted by prosocceron the bright side they have something in common, theyre all a buncha crap
Just wondering, I have never known, what is the difference between all the different denominations in Christianity? E.g, Baptists, Methodists, Lutherans, Orthodox, Unorthodox, or whatever else there might be.
15 Apr 07
Originally posted by wittywonkaAnd they actually think these things matter? Yeesh.
Yeah, I think there are 1000+ sects of Christianity, each a little different from the last. In addition to having slightly different ideas on Christian life, they have different ideas on church, too. For example, some believe women should not be involved in services; some do not have musical instruments in services, etc.
15 Apr 07
Originally posted by reader1107If they add rules to get to heaven then they truly don't accept Christ. Christ did all the work so that we wouldn't have to.
I'm trying to figure out how someone could claim to be a member of any Christian denomination yet not accept Christ. How is that possible?
15 Apr 07
Originally posted by wittywonkaChrist came to finish the Law. Yes, they can but it is not like they are doing it for brownie points to get into heaven.
What if a Messianic Jew accepted Christ?
Note: Messianic Jews, as the name implies, are Jews who believe that Christ was the messiah but practice Judaism in all other aspects of religion.