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I'm not sure I hold the "charismatic view of gifts", since I don't consider myself charismatic. I think I know what you are saying, though. But do not Baptists believe in all the spiritual gifts as described in 1 Corinthians and other places?

I'm saying that any teaching that does not agree with scripture should not be believed above scripture. There are plenty such doctrines in Roman Catholicism, and, to a much lesser extent, in Orthodoxy. Yes, I'm saying God allows untruth to be taught, and for long periods of time. That's called...

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I agree with you. Those are grossly false accusations.

I'm not sure it is, that's why I was seeking opinions here. But I don't think I would fit in a classic Pentecostal church like Assembly of God or Church of God. So, considering where I live, my choices are limited.

I didn't say that you called me a heretic. I know you were speaking about Wimber.

I would certainly not consider myself "hyper-charismatic", whatever that means. I have already said that I don't even believe as the classic Pentecostals do. Based on what I have said about my views of spiritual gifts, would that not be acceptable in a Baptist church?

So, is name calling acceptable on this forum?

Deadworm, Your posts are logical and well-reasoned, and I appreciate them very much. What happens, though, when church doctrine contradicts scripture? Do you go with the church, or with scripture? That's what happened with me in the Eastern Orthodox Church on some doctrines. Bottom line: I...

Has anyone read the Messianic Jewish rabbi Jonathan Cahn's latest book, The Oracle, or watched his DVD set The Oracle Uncensored? In the latter, in the last DVD in the set, The Mystery of the End, he is said to state the time of Christ's return. I have not purchased the DVD set because I can't...

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I was born, baptized, and raised in the Eastern Orthodox faith. However, within the past year, I have become convinced of believers'-only baptism. I have also come to disbelieve apostolic succession and now hold that the local church is an independent body whose officers should be pastor and...

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Hello to everyone! I'm anxious to start posting. I have some questions and concerns that I hope members here can help me with. I value everyone's opinion. See you again soon!