Committee recommends GA reject 'obedience' to Scriptures and clarification of 'Essential Tenets'
Glencairn Presbyterian's response:
So the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA) is opting not to employ specific language that would call for obedience to the Scriptures. That appears to be the only position that is not open to any kind of “contextualization”. I would urge those who advocate a restoration of language which calls for obedience to the Scriptures to practice what they preach. Specifically, II Corinthians 6:14. Let me tell you ahead of time, you’ll be glad you did. Titus 3:9-10 comes to mind, also. Paul instructed Titus to have nothing to do with those who have institutionalized divisiveness, did he not? Doubtlessly the moral correctness of the endeavor to restore language that would call for obedience to Scripture is unquestionable. In addition, looking back is painful; as this once mighty bulwark was my denominational home for over two decades and it remains personally hurtful that it has degenerated to its current state.. The only problem is, at this point, making any legitimate Biblical case to the powers that be in the PCUSA is like feeding birdseed to a mountain lion. That being said, if this letter can serve as a mortal catalyst that would tip the scale in favor of those to whom God has imputed true faith to “vote with their feet”, then taking the time to write this was well worth it!
If this next one came as a shock, odds are you wouldn't qualify for Mensa or IHIQS ...
All three candidates for moderator of the PC USA Gen. Assembly have spoken in favor of same-sex marriages. That's no more shocking than the sight of trees in a forest. Is anyone naïve enough to think that someone with traditional biblical values would have any chance whatsoever in front of a camera representing the ecclesiastical brass at Louisville?
They may as well skip the formalities; as it's obvious George Zimmerman would have a better chance of being invited to emcee the Soul Train awards!!
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