Only One is perfect, I cannot find where it is written that any of the apostles were perfect or anyone other than our Lord. Does that mean that no one else is given the gift of the Spirit of teaching the flock?
The purpose of the forum is to discuss the articles and principles Ray and Mike have written and proposed, it is not a debate forum where we invite every theological strain under the sun to come here and promote their individual beliefs and for us to verbally slug it out with them.
There are no decisions made by the moderators that everyone here will agree with, I am still rather new at it and I have really gained more respect for what Dennis, Craig & Chris have been doing here in trying to remain true to the original intention of this forum. Believe me it is not easy. Kind of like herding cats, we are a diverse flock of sheep, not given to accept any man's words without scriptural authority, that is a good thing, but we also have to overcome our own and others preconceived ideas within the group and not allow this forum to become a sounding board for every self proclaimed preacher, they can start their own site or visit one more in line with where they are now in their walk.
I certainly hope this does not sound harsh or like a lecture, it is just a reiteration of what this site is here for and how we hope to keep it an edifying place for those of us humbly seeking greater knowledge of Him.
As I have stated before, after a few posts it does become apparent who has the spirit of the publican vs. the spirit of the pharisee.
His peace to all of you,
Joe