Laura wrote: > Legalism and grace don't go hand in hand. What is legalism? Is it kicking out of the church those who honor the Sabbath because it supposedly violates Galatians 5:4 in the mind of the pastor of that church, or is it legalism to ask that we accept such brothers and discuss any apparent error through the Word of God?
Laura wrote: > No. Jesus hung with sinners all the time. He did? Did he also hang with those who had unorthodox religious opinions? Laura wrote: > Legalists insist that someone has to do everything > "their" way. That is a kind of broad definition. Didn't Jesus insist that everything be done His way? How about considering: "a legalist is someone who emphasizes adherence to the letter of God's Word." What do you think? Peace be with you. David Miller, Beverly Hills, Florida USA ---------- "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer every man." (Colossians 4:6) http://www.InnGlory.org If you do not want to receive posts from this list, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and you will be unsubscribed. If you have a friend who wants to join, tell him to send an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and he will be subscribed.
