But I cannot put it down. I subscribed yesterday and want to learn as much as I can about expectations and grace. I like what I see. I studied myself out of the organized religion of the Church of Christ about 12 years ago and have been just a Christian ever since and couldn t be happier. Am anxious to meet and communicate with others in similar situations.
Blind acceptance breeds a deadly type of conformity.
One should openly, aggressively and honestly study the scriptures in effort to uncover the mystery of the gospel. The mainstream Church of Christ members, as a rule, place their trust in pulpit doctrine, flimsy interpretations, antiquated translations, distorted scriptures and worship based upon the traditions of man. That is why their mem-bership is beginning to decrease drastically. That is why this site and similar sites are so popular. The more that people study, the less willing they are to participate and worship with a group that bases its beliefs upon condemnation, self-righteousness and religious bigotry.