Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
DAVEH: LOLHow can anybody misspell g's name! ;-) Ooops.sorry for the lack of substance in this post, JD. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Your only point of substance in this last response was the shame you placed on me for misspelling Gary's name. I continue to hope for more substantive responses from you in the coming weeks. Jd -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
DAVEH: To which TTer are you referring, g.. :-) [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: what?you envision afellowship with no warmth? -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
DAVEH: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Lance Muir wrote: Apparently there exists a 'collective' anticipation of your answer. Yes, I am interested as well. Is this beleif found in the BoM? Blessings, Christine --- Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Actually, the problem I have is not with Dave stating mormon beliefs, especially when asked. It is his teaching mormon doctrines, but denying that he is doing so. I am for openest...but honesty, too. -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
Re: [TruthTalk] Preach report
We can talk about our experiences in the "Puppet ministry" Going to the Indy 500 Kevin?
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
DAVEH: For what reason should I explain why/where you are wrong about my beliefs, Perry. I don't mind explaining to those who really want to know what I believe, but in your case it seems your intention is to denigrate my beliefs. You've stated that your mission (so to speak) is to discredit Mormonism.in effect meeting the definition of an anti-Mormon. So for what reason would you want to query me about Mormonism, if it is not to denigrate that in which I believe? Along with that, you continue to disbelieve my stated reason for joining TT years ago. You can believe as you wish, Perrybut if you effectively want to post that I am lying about my reasons for being here, then I see no particular reason to hand you the knife with which you intend to use to carve up my faith. Charles Perry Locke wrote: Actually, the problem I have is not with Dave stating mormon beliefs, especially when asked. It is his teaching mormon doctrines, but denying that he is doing so. I am for openest...but honesty, too. Dave, If I am somewhat close, can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon... Perry From: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700 Charles Perry Locke wrote: Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings. DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels. Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this? DAVEH: You are somewhat close. Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS. -- 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.
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon... Perry From: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700 Charles Perry Locke wrote: Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings. DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels. Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this? DAVEH: You are somewhat close. Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
[TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:44:36 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In you statment below, you initiate your "discussion" with falsehood -- the claim that I am confused and you are not. Grade school combat tactics. Just plain silly. Why did Bill leave -- and probably Caroline and Debbie? They got of the tactic "win at all costs." You , especially, have potential, what with your eduational backgroudn (PhD and all). But you argue like a school kid. "Here's the probelm, John -- I am better than you." "Aaahh, no you're not ?" "YES I AM AM !!!' " No you're not." "Yes I am too." Where would Bill, Caroline Debbie find such a tactic? David M checks in sporadically and obviously doesn't have time to read a lot of what is posted to the list. IMO they left because they probably felt that their own contribution was not appreciated as they would have liked. And why do you go on and on about the Phd thing. I never think about it and DavidM never speaks of it. If he is smart - good for him but he has never made me feel any less. May be your own inferiority complex JD and that wouldn't be from the Lord. See the second grade tactic.? David says "Oh, now I see the crux of the matter: I follow the Bible andJohn doe not." Great response. Perhaps intellectually challenging to some in your camp, but it is a response that avoids the conflict, builds you up in your own eyes (and Izzy's -- she will now say that I was defeat simply because you said I was confused.) InP3, you argue that you are in the apostles teaching and I am not. You do not teachjustification apart from obedience to law. You do not teach Christ as a substitute for in terms of faith and righteousness. You do not believe the law to be a "burden" although Peter felt this way. We've been over and over this thing about the law JD; and your understanding is not in line with the whole counsel of God's Word. The law is not bad and it is not our enemy. The ppl under the Old Covenant were not able to keep it because of the weakness of their flesh which weakness should be overridden by the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives under the New Covenant. If you believe and teach that we can live in unbelief and unrighteousness as law breakers because of Christ then you will have to cut some scriptures out of the New Testament. You think hell in somewhere near Compton.You do not know the fdifference between the old sacrifices and the new. You consider yourself an apostles on a par with Paul and Peter !!! You tout the rationalism of your thinking and call it enlightenment. I could go on - or would you prefer discussing the issue? I think he does - I'm more concerned for the ones who embrace this all encompassing doctrine from Anasthasius and Gregory of Nyzanius (earliest seeds of the rcc) but even here you take the parts you like Why not embrace the Magisterial teachings and go for it? Dinner time. Look for Post II in this series, coming to your house in the near future. JD ||
[TruthTalk] What is sin
Shameful? You have got to be kidding JD. Just what was done to the two from Canada that was shameful? I'd call the slams against Christine's father and the continual slurs against her mental ability and character a much greater problem. What she writes is not taken seriously because she is DavidM's daughter and you never let her forget it for a moment because of hisPhd and all that.Let's stop, count to ten and rethink this thing. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:48:41 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, she sure won't get treated as shamefully as the two from Canada - so you might be right. From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
Why does the Mormon Church mess with the Bible at all? May just as well toss it for it loses all credibility in the light of their prophetical voices and other teachings. This stuff is occult. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 21:13:40 -0700 (PDT) Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me "I know the church is true, I know the Church is true." Spring 1895 General ConferenceWilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselvesabout who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself andwhen the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. CannonGeneral Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talkedwith the prophets. This revelation came to us in certainty. (Millennial Star 51:278; April 7, 1889) FATHER ADAMOUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: "When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought Eve, one of his wives, with him. He helped to make and organize this world. He is Michael, the Archangel, the Ancient of Days, and about whom holy men have written and spoken. He is our Father and our God, and the only God with whom we have to do." Of "His son, Jesus Christ," Brigham Young said: I tell you that God was the Father of Jesus Christ, just as I am the Father of my son." Some have grumbled because I believe our God so near to us as Father Adam. (JD 5:331) How much unbelief exists in the minds of the Latter-day Saints in regard to one particular doctrine which I revealed to them, and which God revealed to me -- namely that Adam is our Father and God -- I do not know, I do not inquire, I care nothing about it. Our Father Adam helped to make this earth, it was created expressly for him, and after it was made he and his companions came here. (Deseret Weekly News 22:308-309, June 18, 1873) Michael (Adam) was a resurrected being and he left Elohim and came to the earth with an immortal body, and continued so till he partook of earthly food and begat children whowere mortal (keep this to yourselves) and then they died. (Wilford Woodruff Journal, January 27, 1860)SSHH In the 1870 meeting of the School of the Prophets, Brigham counseled: "... the brethren to meditate on the subject, pray about it and keep it to yourselves." (Joseph F. Smith Journal,October 15, 1870)[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imagination. The Bible says the hidden things belong to the Lord but what has been revealed is for the Lord's people and their children... and what is revealed says there is just ONE God. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:31:07 EDT [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine: Kevin, I appreciate your furnishing all this supportive evidence. I knew I could count on you, Kevin, to give us the official words quoted as they fell from the mouths of prophets. What I can't understand is how you can derive any other meaning than the one I have already elucidated? Everything said in your quotes supports the FACT that Michael was 1) an archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that The Father and the Son were above Michael in authority, and 3) Michael was the chief executive officer, (CEO, if you will)under the authority ofthe Father and the Son. Maybe Brigham was being a little vague in referring to him as a "God," but he definitely was our father, and, in a sense, our God, in that he was the first man, and the progenitor of all of us. Its all a matter of interpretation. In a message dated 5/24/2005 10:14:17 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me "I know the church is true, I know the Church is true." Spring 1895 General ConferenceWilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselvesabout who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself andwhen the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. CannonGeneral Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talkedwith the prophets. This revelation came to us in certainty. (Millennial Star 51:278; April 7, 1889) FATHER ADAMOUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: "When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought Eve, one of his wives, with him. He helped to make and organize this world. He is Michael, the Archangel, the Ancient of Days, and about whom holy men have written and spoken. He is our Father and our God, and the only God with whom we have to do." Of "His son, Jesus Christ," Brigham Young said: I tell you that God was the Father of Jesus Christ, just as I am the Father of my son." Some have grumbled because I believe our God so near to us as Father Adam. (JD 5:331) How much unbelief exists in the minds of the Latter-day Saints in regard to one particular doctrine which I revealed to them, and which God revealed to me -- namely that Adam is our Father and God -- I do not know, I do not inquire, I care nothing about it. Our Father Adam helped to make this earth, it was created expressly for him, and after it was made he and his companions came here. (Deseret Weekly News 22:308-309, June 18, 1873) Michael (Adam) was a resurrected being and he left Elohim and came to the earth with an
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon...PerryFrom: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TTDate: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700Charles Perry Locke wrote:Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings.DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels.Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this?DAVEH: You are somewhat close.Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Do you interpret being asked to answer a few questions about your doctrine as "being asked to teach" DaveH? I'd call that a bit of a leap ... jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 23:17:01 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance.Lance Muir wrote: Apparently there exists a 'collective' anticipation of your answer. Yes, I am interested as well. Is this beleif found in the BoM? Blessings, Christine --- Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Actually, the problem I have is not with Dave stating mormon beliefs, especially when asked. It is his teaching mormon doctrines, but denying that he is doing so. I am for openest...but honesty, too. -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin
I understand that monies owed the US total 3 trillion. The 'debt' owed the US by Europe, Canada and, many other parts of the globe for it's aid in both dollars and lives is incalculable. This issue though connected, needs to be evaluated separately from the current state of affairs in your country. Jesus' Gospel of the inbreaking of the reign of God excludes nothing. The Gospel of the kingdom (Lk 16) suggests that cultural and, political awareness are imperative. The privatization of the gospel (personal salvation to the exclusion of all else) is a shortcoming. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 16:38 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin 'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? A red herring is an argument that distracts the audience from the issue in question by introducing some irrelevancy. Your speculation that my father is not culturally connected is irrelevant to the topic. Judy picked up on your subject-change, and I agreed with her: you seemed to be dodging the question. CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Well, this is what Judy said (and what I encouraged you to answer): Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt And your response was: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. You did not answer Judy's post. You brought up something irrelevant, and ignored the merits of her argument. My father's cultural awareness has nothing to do with Judy's point. Judy's post is still unanswered. Blessings, Christine --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy. Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Why? By osmosis she just might, via her peers, assimilate some cultural awareness. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 07:02 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. So you don't believe he has a spiritual gifting? This reflects more upon where you are than whether or not
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
Sometimes, wisely, churches conduct exit interviews. It is your forum. I, for one, would appreciate hearing from the departed and the nearly-departed on this. Would you welcome such? - Original Message - From: David Miller To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 16:14 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation John wrote: It has nothing to do with "stamina" and everything with the wise expense of time. I think this reason is closer to the truth than anything else said about why some people leave TruthTalk while others hang around. I have been tempted to leave myself many times. :-) Peace be with you.David Miller.
Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin
For any 'line-crossing' on my part as to the Miller's deux, I acknowledge so doing and, I apoligize. I shall have a word with myself on the matter of excess. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 04:56 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Shameful? You have got to be kidding JD. Just what was done to the two from Canada that was shameful? I'd call the slams against Christine's father and the continual slurs against her mental ability and character a much greater problem. What she writes is not taken seriously because she is DavidM's daughter and you never let her forget it for a moment because of hisPhd and all that.Let's stop, count to ten and rethink this thing. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:48:41 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, she sure won't get treated as shamefully as the two from Canada - so you might be right. From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
They don't because their 'prophet' did not. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 05:03 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... Why does the Mormon Church mess with the Bible at all? May just as well toss it for it loses all credibility in the light of their prophetical voices and other teachings. This stuff is occult. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 21:13:40 -0700 (PDT) Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me "I know the church is true, I know the Church is true." Spring 1895 General ConferenceWilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselvesabout who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself andwhen the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. CannonGeneral Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talkedwith the prophets. This revelation came to us in certainty. (Millennial Star 51:278; April 7, 1889) FATHER ADAMOUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: "When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought Eve, one of his wives, with him. He helped to make and organize this world. He is Michael, the Archangel, the Ancient of Days, and about whom holy men have written and spoken. He is our Father and our God, and the only God with whom we have to do." Of "His son, Jesus Christ," Brigham Young said: I tell you that God was the Father of Jesus Christ, just as I am the Father of my son." Some have grumbled because I believe our God so near to us as Father Adam. (JD 5:331) How much unbelief exists in the minds of the Latter-day Saints in regard to one particular doctrine which I revealed to them, and which God revealed to me -- namely that Adam is our Father and God -- I do not know, I do not inquire, I care nothing about it. Our Father Adam helped to make this earth, it was created expressly for him, and after it was made he and his companions came here. (Deseret Weekly News 22:308-309, June 18, 1873) Michael (Adam) was a resurrected being and he left Elohim and came to the earth with an immortal body, and continued so till he partook of earthly food and begat children whowere mortal (keep this to yourselves) and then they died. (Wilford Woodruff Journal, January 27, 1860)SSHH In the 1870 meeting of the School of the Prophets, Brigham counseled: "... the brethren to meditate on the subject, pray about it and keep it to yourselves." (Joseph F. Smith Journal,October 15, 1870)[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the
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Some, holding to a differing interpretation than your own, actually believe that the scriptures do so teach. I do not count myself among that number. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 05:07 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imagination. The Bible says the hidden things belong to the Lord but what has been revealed is for the Lord's people and their children... and what is revealed says there is just ONE God. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:31:07 EDT [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine: Kevin, I appreciate your furnishing all this supportive evidence. I knew I could count on you, Kevin, to give us the official words quoted as they fell from the mouths of prophets. What I can't understand is how you can derive any other meaning than the one I have already elucidated? Everything said in your quotes supports the FACT that Michael was 1) an archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that The Father and the Son were above Michael in authority, and 3) Michael was the chief executive officer, (CEO, if you will)under the authority ofthe Father and the Son. Maybe Brigham was being a little vague in referring to him as a "God," but he definitely was our father, and, in a sense, our God, in that he was the first man, and the progenitor of all of us. Its all a matter of interpretation. In a message dated 5/24/2005 10:14:17 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me "I know the church is true, I know the Church is true." Spring 1895 General ConferenceWilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselvesabout who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself andwhen the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. CannonGeneral Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talkedwith the prophets. This revelation came to us in certainty. (Millennial Star 51:278; April 7, 1889) FATHER ADAMOUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: "When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought Eve, one of his wives, with him. He helped to make and organize this world. He is Michael, the Archangel, the Ancient of Days, and about whom holy men have written and spoken. He is our Father and our God, and the only God with whom we have to do." Of "His son, Jesus Christ," Brigham Young said: I tell you that God was the Father of Jesus Christ, just as I am the Father of my son." Some have grumbled because I believe our God so near to us as Father Adam. (JD 5:331)
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And that would demonstrate...? - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 19:44 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:50 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy. Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Why? By osmosis she just might, via her peers, assimilate some cultural awareness. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 07:02 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. So you don't believe he has a spiritual gifting? This reflects more upon where you are than whether or not he is used by God in this dimension. Also you are doubletalking. You just got through calling Christine a carbon copy of her dad - so why would she need to be briefing him IYO? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 06:51:05 -0400 Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. From: Judy Taylor Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 04:35:15 -0400 Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Mr. Rogers says (from the neighborhood in the sky) 'hey kids, can we say seven trillion, nine hundred and thirty-seven billion?' Bankruptcy awaits. From: Kevin Deegan First you must have one. Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Why would we be? We are not invading countries to build an empire. From: ShieldsFamily I'm sure you and Canada are not being judged for anything at all. How lovely for you. Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir You, collectively, are being judged now for your consumerist, religious, non-kingdom building (see Dallas Willard on this), dualist, gnostic approach to what should be an
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Izzy proclaims triumphally ' we could have nuked them all'. Please let us know should you find yourself in a decision making capacity with regard such. You slipped out of commenting on 'Korea, Viet Nam, Beirut and Somalia'. Other than a retort, do you wish to address each? Comparing these to WWII just won't work...will it? - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 19:36 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin You only wish. Shame on you. It must be nice to be protected enough that you can sit everything out while sitting in judgment over the one who keeps your sorry self safe. We could have nuked them all, but chose not to. (Remember the USSR? Remember the Taliban running Afghanistan? Remember Hussein running Iraq?) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 11:01 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Ah but, that was 60 years ago. Remember Korea, Viet Nam, Beirut, Somaliasoon to be Iraq? Ahhh that the glory days of the empire might return! Paper tiger has taken on new meaning. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 12:56 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin PS And who would be able to stop us---Canada (Or maybe France, who is brave at eating, drinking, and making love, but cant surrender fast enough when an enemy comes at them. We saved their lilly white behinds in WWII and should have taken over the country to get some red blood in there. But, there you go, we prefer freedomeven to be cowards.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 10:18 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm sorry to hear that the 'state of the nation' (yours) causes you such distress. You won't need gas for the rest of the trip as it's all down hill from here. What sort of fantasy world do you military types live in?. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 12:11 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Big talk from a guy that America could run overtake in 5 minutes. In fact America could own the world if brute power were all that mattered to us, as you seem to think. Fortunately for you and the rest of the world, America loves freedom for all. Even badmouths. Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 2:44 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin National debt anyone? They, it'd seem own you. The nations to watch are China India. Apart from it's weaponry, the good old US of A pretty much produces nothing. Sorry, agriculture is still a factor, globally. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 23, 2005 22:31 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Ohhh, that! Yup. Thats why we now own France, Japan, and most of the rest of the world. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Monday, May 23, 2005 10:41 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Why would we be? We are not invading countries to build an empire. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily
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Yes we expect about 30 preachers Very large crowds to preach to.Parade sat, battle zone saturday night race crowd Sunday.Ruben Israel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: We can talk about our experiences in the "Puppet ministry" Going to the Indy 500 Kevin? __Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
Who is Adam? LDS say he is the "ancient of days" The std works says he is the one who sits on the throne. Adam godDave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon...PerryFrom: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TTDate: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700Charles Perry Locke wrote:Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings.DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels.Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this?DAVEH: You are somewhat close.Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.__Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
LDS today, do not teach Adam-God and call it a theory in spite of brigham calling it a doctrine. They refuse to acknowledge it was ever tasught. Many offshoots have left the church over this doctrine, called fundamentalists because they believe Adam-god is a fundamental of the mormon faith. So LDS have been warned of this "theory" Who is adam? Kimball teaches Brigham is a FALSE TEACHER: In 1976, LDS prophet and president Spencer Kimball told attendees of a Priesthood session of Conference, We warn you against the dissemination of doctrines which are not according to the scriptures and which are alleged to have been taught by some of the General authorities of past generations, such, for instance is the Adam-God theory. We denounce that theory and hope that everyone will be cautioned against this and other kinds of false doctrine. Brigham teaches Kimball is Damned: Now, let all who may hear these doctrines, pause before they make light of them, or treat them with indifference, for they will prove their salvation or damnation." 1852 brigham young on Adam god JoD v1 p51Judy Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Why does the Mormon Church mess with the Bible at all? May just as well toss it for it loses all credibility in the light of their prophetical voices and other teachings. This stuff is occult. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 21:13:40 -0700 (PDT) Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me "I know the church is true, I know the Church is true." Spring 1895 General ConferenceWilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselvesabout who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself andwhen the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. CannonGeneral Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talkedwith the prophets. This revelation came to us in certainty. (Millennial Star 51:278; April 7, 1889) FATHER ADAMOUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: "When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought Eve, one of his wives, with him. He helped to make and organize this world. He is Michael, the Archangel, the Ancient of Days, and about whom holy men have written and spoken. He is our Father and our God, and the only God with whom we have to do." Of "His son, Jesus Christ," Brigham Young said: I tell you that God was the Father of Jesus Christ, just as I am the Father of my son." Some have grumbled because I believe our God so near to us as Father Adam. (JD 5:331) How much unbelief exists in the minds of the Latter-day Saints in regard to one particular doctrine which I revealed to them, and which God revealed to me -- namely that Adam is our Father and God -- I do not know, I do not inquire, I care nothing about it. Our Father Adam helped to make this earth, it was created expressly for him, and after it was made he and his companions came here. (Deseret Weekly News 22:308-309, June 18, 1873) Michael (Adam) was a resurrected being and he left Elohim and came to the earth with an immortal body, and continued so till he partook of earthly food and begat children whowere mortal (keep this to yourselves) and then they died. (Wilford Woodruff Journal, January 27, 1860)SSHH
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
Maybe Brigham was being a little vague in referring to him as a "God," but he definitely was our father, and, in a sense, our God, in that he was the first man, and the progenitor of all of us. Blaine says Adam is "our God" WOW Judy Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imagination. The Bible says the hidden things belong to the Lord but what has been revealed is for the Lord's people and their children... and what is revealed says there is just ONE God. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:31:07 EDT [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine: Kevin, I appreciate your furnishing all this supportive evidence. I knew I could count on you, Kevin, to give us the official words quoted as they fell from the mouths of prophets. What I can't understand is how you can derive any other meaning than the one I have already elucidated? Everything said in your quotes supports the FACT that Michael was 1) an archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that The Father and the Son were above Michael in authority, and 3) Michael was the chief executive officer, (CEO, if you will)under the authority ofthe Father and the Son. Maybe Brigham was being a little vague in referring to him as a "God," but he definitely was our father, and, in a sense, our God, in that he was the first man, and the progenitor of all of us. Its all a matter of interpretation. In a message dated 5/24/2005 10:14:17 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me "I know the church is true, I know the Church is true." Spring 1895 General ConferenceWilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselvesabout who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself andwhen the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. CannonGeneral Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talkedwith the prophets. This revelation came to us in certainty. (Millennial Star 51:278; April 7, 1889) FATHER ADAMOUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: "When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought Eve, one of his wives, with him. He helped to make and organize this world. He is Michael, the Archangel, the Ancient of Days, and about whom holy men have written and spoken. He is our Father and our God, and the only God with whom we have to do." Of "His son, Jesus Christ," Brigham Young said: I tell you that God was the Father of Jesus Christ, just as I am the Father of my son." Some have grumbled because I believe our God so near to us as Father Adam. (JD 5:331) How much unbelief exists in the minds of the Latter-day Saints in regard to one particular doctrine which I revealed to them, and which God revealed to me -- namely that Adam is our Father and God -- I do not know, I do not inquire, I care nothing about it. Our Father Adam helped to make this earth, it was created expressly for him, and after it was made he and his companions came here. (Deseret Weekly News 22:308-309, June 18, 1873) Michael (Adam) was a resurrected being and he left Elohim and came to the earth with an immortal body, and continued so till he partook of earthly food and begat children whowere
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
And Satan was a committee member! http://scriptures.lds.org/abr/4 2626And the Gods took counsel among themselves Judy Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon...PerryFrom: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TTDate: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700Charles Perry Locke wrote:Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings.DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels.Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this?DAVEH: You are somewhat close.Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS. Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Small Business - Try our new Resources site!
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"The President of the Church is the only man on earth authorized by God to go beyond or add to the scriptures" Teachings of theLiving ProphetsP18 published CJCLDS 1982 Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: They don't because their 'prophet' did not. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 05:03 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... Why does the Mormon Church mess with the Bible at all? May just as well toss it for it loses all credibility in the light of their prophetical voices and other teachings. This stuff is occult. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 21:13:40 -0700 (PDT) Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me "I know the church is true, I know the Church is true." Spring 1895 General ConferenceWilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselvesabout who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself andwhen the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. CannonGeneral Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talkedwith the prophets. This revelation came to us in certainty. (Millennial Star 51:278; April 7, 1889) FATHER ADAMOUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: "When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought Eve, one of his wives, with him. He helped to make and organize this world. He is Michael, the Archangel, the Ancient of Days, and about whom holy men have written and spoken. He is our Father and our God, and the only God with whom we have to do." Of "His son, Jesus Christ," Brigham Young said: I tell you that God was the Father of Jesus Christ, just as I am the Father of my son." Some have grumbled because I believe our God so near to us as Father Adam. (JD 5:331) How much unbelief exists in the minds of the Latter-day Saints in regard to one particular doctrine which I revealed to them, and which God revealed to me -- namely that Adam is our Father and God -- I do not know, I do not inquire, I care nothing about it. Our Father Adam helped to make this earth, it was created expressly for him, and after it was made he and his companions came here. (Deseret Weekly News 22:308-309, June 18, 1873) Michael (Adam) was a resurrected being and he left Elohim and came to the earth with an immortal body, and continued so till he partook of earthly food and begat children whowere mortal (keep this to yourselves) and then they died. (Wilford Woodruff Journal, January 27, 1860)SSHH In the 1870 meeting of the School of the Prophets, Brigham counseled: "... the brethren to meditate on the subject, pray about it and keep it to yourselves." (Joseph F. Smith Journal,October 15, 1870)[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence.
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She is more resilient!Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And that would demonstrate...?- Original Message - From: "ShieldsFamily" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 24, 2005 19:44Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:50 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: Howso, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've doneso we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price forsomething or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy.Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:Why? By osmosis she just might, via her peers, assimilate some cultural awareness. - Original Message -From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 07:02 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. So you don't believe he has a spiritual gifting? This reflects more upon where you are than whether or not he is used by God in this dimension. Also you are doubletalking. You just got through calling Christine a carbon copy of her dad - so why would she need to be briefing him IYO? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 06:51:05 -0400 "Lance Muir" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. From: Judy Taylor Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 04:35:15 -0400 "Lance Muir" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: Mr. Rogers says (from the neighborhood in the sky) 'hey kids, can we say seven trillion, nine hundred and thirty-seven billion?' Bankruptcy awaits. From: Kevin Deegan First you must have one. Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Why would we be? We are not invading countries to build an empire. From: ShieldsFamily I'm sure you and Canada are not being judged for anything at all. How lovely for you. Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir You, collectively, are being judged now for your consumerist, religious, non-kingdom building (see Dallas Willard on this), dualist, gnostic approach to what should be an embodied gospel. God may well be using 'them' to judge you. From: Judy Taylor Would you rather have mid east cloak and dagger along with muslim violence and insanity. Also how can you be so sure that God
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
This is what I found to be the case many years ago. I should like to hear from the resident Mormons on this, with clarity. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 07:47 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... LDS today, do not teach Adam-God and call it a theory in spite of brigham calling it a doctrine. They refuse to acknowledge it was ever tasught. Many offshoots have left the church over this doctrine, called fundamentalists because they believe Adam-god is a fundamental of the mormon faith. So LDS have been warned of this "theory" Who is adam? Kimball teaches Brigham is a FALSE TEACHER: In 1976, LDS prophet and president Spencer Kimball told attendees of a Priesthood session of Conference, We warn you against the dissemination of doctrines which are not according to the scriptures and which are alleged to have been taught by some of the General authorities of past generations, such, for instance is the Adam-God theory. We denounce that theory and hope that everyone will be cautioned against this and other kinds of false doctrine. Brigham teaches Kimball is Damned: Now, let all who may hear these doctrines, pause before they make light of them, or treat them with indifference, for they will prove their salvation or damnation." 1852 brigham young on Adam god JoD v1 p51Judy Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Why does the Mormon Church mess with the Bible at all? May just as well toss it for it loses all credibility in the light of their prophetical voices and other teachings. This stuff is occult. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 21:13:40 -0700 (PDT) Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me "I know the church is true, I know the Church is true." Spring 1895 General ConferenceWilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselvesabout who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself andwhen the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. CannonGeneral Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talkedwith the prophets. This revelation came to us in certainty. (Millennial Star 51:278; April 7, 1889) FATHER ADAMOUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: "When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought Eve, one of his wives, with him. He helped to make and organize this world. He is Michael, the Archangel, the Ancient of Days, and about whom holy men have written and spoken. He is our Father and our God, and the only God with whom we have to do." Of "His son, Jesus Christ," Brigham Young said: I tell you that God was the Father of Jesus Christ, just as I am the Father of my son."
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I await the 'exit interviews'. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 08:04 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin She is more resilient!Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And that would demonstrate...?- Original Message - From: "ShieldsFamily" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 24, 2005 19:44Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:50 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: Howso, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've doneso we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price forsomething or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy. Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:Why? By osmosis she just might, via her peers, assimilate some cultural awareness. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 07:02 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. So you don't believe he has a spiritual gifting? This reflects more upon where you are than whether or not he is used by God in this dimension. Also you are doubletalking. You just got through calling Christine a carbon copy of her dad - so why would she need to be briefing him IYO? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 06:51:05 -0400 "Lance Muir" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. From: Judy Taylor Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 04:35:15 -0400 "Lance Muir" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: Mr. Rogers says (from the neighborhood in the sky) 'hey kids, can we say seven trillion, nine hundred and thirty-seven billion?' Bankruptcy awaits. From: Kevin Deegan First you must have one. Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Why would we be? We are
Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
Dave Hansen wrote: DAVEH: LOLHow can anybody misspell g's name! ;-) Ooops.sorry for the lack of substance in this post, JD. We all mizsepll words at times. I even spelled "of" as "uv" once. It is just that John seems to have perfected the proceedure. Either that, or his spell checker is posessed by demons. Terry --
Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
John wrote: dicussions never begin with personal attacks, well meaning or not. I don't think pointing out doubt concerning the reality of the kingdom of God being here is a personal attack. John wrote: You did not contrast me and biblical application; you contrasted me and the reality of the kingdom. You asserted that I did not believe in the reality of the kingdom. It is in black and white. I would think from comments you have made that your position would be that there is a little bit of doubt in all of us. Am I mistaken about that? Do you think that some of us have absolutely no doubt concerning the reality of the Kingdom of God? Retaining and Remitting sins is an aspect of the Kingdom of God. This authority is granted to those who press into the kingdom of God after being delivered from sin and justified in the spirit. You claim that this teaching of Christ does not include us. From my perspective, this emanates from doubt and unbelief. If you think otherwise, explain your perspective instead of taking personal offense and starting a personal attack against me which you think is justified because I supposedly attacked you first. By the way, being attacked first does not justify you or anyone else to give back what you have received. The teaching of Christ is that we should turn the other cheek, and that we should be willing to suffer wrong for righteousness sake. Do you agree with this teaching, or are we not included in this instruction either? John wrote: The notion that David walks in the apostles doctrine to a degree that I do not is both untrue and arrogant. David Miller wrote: Then why did you say that their teachings do not include us and that their relationship to the Christ is different from ours? Clearly we walk in the doctrine differently. John wrote: Because Christ Himself treated them differently. Their place in the kingdom was different for that reason. More than that, there was something special about the 12. That is why Judas was replaced after his death. ... I agree with you that the 12 have a place of uniqueness, especially in regards to governmental oversight in the reign of Christ. However, this does not mean that what Christ taught them does not include us. This line of thinking is like saying that the King or the President is not subject to the same laws and teachings as the rest of us. Such a line of thinking is completely contrary to the doctrine of Christ, who taught us that those who would be great among us should be the servant of all. Furthermore, Christ came among us as an example, and so likewise he taught his apostles to teach and live by example. John wrote: For you to pretend that you are on an equal to any one in that circle of firends is almost as wrong as it gets. One of those names, ironically, is NOT Paul's. I make no pretensions to being one of the 12, nor even to being any kind of apostle. You are bearing false witness against me in your effort to discredit my belief that the teaching of Christ to his apostles apply to all those who abide in the doctrine of Christ. David Miller wrote: What do you want me to repent of? John wrote: False claims of apostleship on a par with the 12; I have never claimed to be an apostle on par with the 12, nor even an apostle on par with Paul, Barnabas, Silas, or anybody else. I have stated many times and will say it again, I am not an apostle of Christ and never have been. My function in the body of Christ is prophet, and I have made that clear so many times that I don't know why I keep having to repeat it. John wrote: arrogance and condenscension in at least some of your dealings; I'm sorry if my humility is not sufficient for you. If you have any specific examples of my dealings where you think I could have been more humble, please bring it to my attention. I do hope you understand the difference between humility and self abasement. I try to walk in humility before God, but I will not abase myself below that which I have been given by grace, for to do such would be sin. John wrote: your refusal to give honor to your elders; I believe in giving honor to my elders, so if you think I have not done so, please point that out too and I will work on it. I do not refuse to give honor to elders, but I may at times be able to do a better job in giving honor. John wrote: They (the 12) are to make disciples by by baptizing and teaching. And the letters give us that teaching. Most of the 12 left us no letters at all. The teaching also is found in the gospel accounts, given to us by two of the 12, and two disciples of the 12. You go to great lengths to discredit the applicability of the teachings to us. What can be the source of this but unbelief? This is not a slam. I'm raising a point. Feel free to give an alternative viewpoint. It seems to me that you believe some of the teachings you read, such as how you are saved
Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
John wrote: I am surprised at your affiliation with the Cof C (non-instrument?. Yes, non-instrument. John wrote: There is absolutely nothing that you have written that would be allowed in that sect. Jopefully you are beginning to settle down a bit and take root somewhere. Well, this was some 15 years ago and I suppose I was more pliable at the time. There actually is quite a bit of agreement that I have with CofC. They do not believe that a congregation should have a name that sets it apart from other congregations. They do not believe in denominations. They do not believe in setting up one man as a pastor over the congregation, but rather that elders should oversee the church. They believe in the idea that the church needs restoration back toward something like the primitive church had, rather than evolving into something very different. On all these points, I have found agreement. The areas where we get into trouble is their hermeneutic concerning the silence of Scripture, and in their rejection of the Pentecostal experience for today. I have to admit that I have grown in a way that I probably could not function in too many of the CofC's, but I do not regret my limited association with them in the past. Incidentally, I was later involved with a congregation that merged with a CofC, but these CofC people were wounded by elders in another CofC and were much more pliable to changing in their ways. They quickly accepted musical instruments as a valid way of worship, and they readily recognized the problems with the silence of Scripture hermeneutic. The Pentecostal gifts of the Holy Spirit were received by most of them, but a few of them resisted that, and some eventually left because of the issues of faith, healing, and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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.
Re: [TruthTalk] Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Kevin wrote: I fail to see what your example of Angels has to do with God having a body, anymore than using an amoeba as an example.If angels have bodies, and angels are invisible, then the Biblical statement that God is invisible says nothing about whether or not he has a body. Do you really not understand this line of reasoning? In like manner, saying that God is spirit does not mean that he does not have a body if we know that Jesus is spirit too, but he does have a body. Do you know of any Biblical passage that says God does not have a body? Peace be with you.David Miller.
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Too much good 'stuff' by BOTH participants in this conversation to respond to in detail (time). 1. David: did you just 'plant' a 'church'? What is your office in that 'church'? 2. Can ONLY apostles 'plant' churches? 3. I believe that all should pray God's blessing on both enterprises. (forgive that word 'enterprises') 4. David: will you say more on the forgiving and retaining of sin(s)? 5. David: will you say more on your 'position' as to the conclusion of the gospel of Mark? 6. Yes John this is me, he of the critical spirit vis a vis David Miller speaking, but I do believe that there exists more in common between the two of you than you 'see'. 7. I'd like to hear more from both of you on the 'inbreaking of the kingdom'. What is the 'Gospel of the Kingdom'? (Christ's Gospel is the Gospel of the Kingdom is it not?) thanks, Lance - Original Message - From: David Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 08:42 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation John wrote: dicussions never begin with personal attacks, well meaning or not. I don't think pointing out doubt concerning the reality of the kingdom of God being here is a personal attack. John wrote: You did not contrast me and biblical application; you contrasted me and the reality of the kingdom. You asserted that I did not believe in the reality of the kingdom. It is in black and white. I would think from comments you have made that your position would be that there is a little bit of doubt in all of us. Am I mistaken about that? Do you think that some of us have absolutely no doubt concerning the reality of the Kingdom of God? Retaining and Remitting sins is an aspect of the Kingdom of God. This authority is granted to those who press into the kingdom of God after being delivered from sin and justified in the spirit. You claim that this teaching of Christ does not include us. From my perspective, this emanates from doubt and unbelief. If you think otherwise, explain your perspective instead of taking personal offense and starting a personal attack against me which you think is justified because I supposedly attacked you first. By the way, being attacked first does not justify you or anyone else to give back what you have received. The teaching of Christ is that we should turn the other cheek, and that we should be willing to suffer wrong for righteousness sake. Do you agree with this teaching, or are we not included in this instruction either? John wrote: The notion that David walks in the apostles doctrine to a degree that I do not is both untrue and arrogant. David Miller wrote: Then why did you say that their teachings do not include us and that their relationship to the Christ is different from ours? Clearly we walk in the doctrine differently. John wrote: Because Christ Himself treated them differently. Their place in the kingdom was different for that reason. More than that, there was something special about the 12. That is why Judas was replaced after his death. ... I agree with you that the 12 have a place of uniqueness, especially in regards to governmental oversight in the reign of Christ. However, this does not mean that what Christ taught them does not include us. This line of thinking is like saying that the King or the President is not subject to the same laws and teachings as the rest of us. Such a line of thinking is completely contrary to the doctrine of Christ, who taught us that those who would be great among us should be the servant of all. Furthermore, Christ came among us as an example, and so likewise he taught his apostles to teach and live by example. John wrote: For you to pretend that you are on an equal to any one in that circle of firends is almost as wrong as it gets. One of those names, ironically, is NOT Paul's. I make no pretensions to being one of the 12, nor even to being any kind of apostle. You are bearing false witness against me in your effort to discredit my belief that the teaching of Christ to his apostles apply to all those who abide in the doctrine of Christ. David Miller wrote: What do you want me to repent of? John wrote: False claims of apostleship on a par with the 12; I have never claimed to be an apostle on par with the 12, nor even an apostle on par with Paul, Barnabas, Silas, or anybody else. I have stated many times and will say it again, I am not an apostle of Christ and never have been. My function in the body of Christ is prophet, and I have made that clear so many times that I don't know why I keep having to repeat it. John wrote: arrogance and condenscension in at least some of your dealings; I'm sorry if my humility is not sufficient for you. If you have any specific examples of my dealings where you think I could have been more humble, please bring it to my attention. I do hope you understand the
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum. TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raise objections or questions concerning what is being said. The goal is learning and getting a better undertanding of both what we believe and what others believe. Dave Hansen is LDS Mormon and he has as much right here as anybody else to teach or post his views. In like manner, his teachings will be examined and questioned by others. This is the nature of the forum. I would not say that it is a no win situation just because a person's viewpoint is criticized in this forum. If you share your views, expect some examination and perhaps criticism if someone thinks that the viewpoint deserves such. Now in regards to the question of why DaveH is here. I have read both Dave and Perry's exchange on this, and personally I find Dave's reasons for being here consistent. He has an interest in knowing what Protestants believe and why. He interacts with us, and in doing so, is questioned about his beliefs. He responds to such questions in a way that he is comfortable. Often the exchange hits a dead end, and some TruthTalk members get frustrated with that (me included), but I don't think that means that his reasons for being here are not being stated properly. Some have interpreted him to be implying that he wants to become a Protestant if he hears good answers for what Protestants believe, but I have never understood him that way. He is simply curious and has an academic interest in what motivates us and what makes us who we are. I'm sure Christians not affiliated with a major institution seems very strange to him. His life is centered around an institution of authority. That is the kind of structure he is use to and is comfortable with. Many of us reject such institutions. I think Dave is still trying to understand why and how this is. I suspect it would be easier for him to understand us if we were all Roman Catholic. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
Lance wrote: I, for one, would appreciate hearing from the departed and the nearly-departed on this. Would you welcome such? Yes, I sure would welcome such. I suspect most of the answers would involve time constraints. TruthTalk has too many posts for active people to keep up. I have suggested in the past that we limit the number of posts per day, but such an idea has not been warmly welcomed by themembers here. Peace be with you.David Miller.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
An amen from me on this. - Original Message - From: David Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 09:09 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum. TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raise objections or questions concerning what is being said. The goal is learning and getting a better undertanding of both what we believe and what others believe. Dave Hansen is LDS Mormon and he has as much right here as anybody else to teach or post his views. In like manner, his teachings will be examined and questioned by others. This is the nature of the forum. I would not say that it is a no win situation just because a person's viewpoint is criticized in this forum. If you share your views, expect some examination and perhaps criticism if someone thinks that the viewpoint deserves such. Now in regards to the question of why DaveH is here. I have read both Dave and Perry's exchange on this, and personally I find Dave's reasons for being here consistent. He has an interest in knowing what Protestants believe and why. He interacts with us, and in doing so, is questioned about his beliefs. He responds to such questions in a way that he is comfortable. Often the exchange hits a dead end, and some TruthTalk members get frustrated with that (me included), but I don't think that means that his reasons for being here are not being stated properly. Some have interpreted him to be implying that he wants to become a Protestant if he hears good answers for what Protestants believe, but I have never understood him that way. He is simply curious and has an academic interest in what motivates us and what makes us who we are. I'm sure Christians not affiliated with a major institution seems very strange to him. His life is centered around an institution of authority. That is the kind of structure he is use to and is comfortable with. Many of us reject such institutions. I think Dave is still trying to understand why and how this is. I suspect it would be easier for him to understand us if we were all Roman Catholic. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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. -- 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.
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This exemplifies 'open structured thinking'. The Spirit of God enables such. John is exhibiting this through his recent encounter with the 'recovery of the Trinity'. - Original Message - From: David Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 08:53 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation John wrote: I am surprised at your affiliation with the Cof C (non-instrument?. Yes, non-instrument. John wrote: There is absolutely nothing that you have written that would be allowed in that sect. Jopefully you are beginning to settle down a bit and take root somewhere. Well, this was some 15 years ago and I suppose I was more pliable at the time. There actually is quite a bit of agreement that I have with CofC. They do not believe that a congregation should have a name that sets it apart from other congregations. They do not believe in denominations. They do not believe in setting up one man as a pastor over the congregation, but rather that elders should oversee the church. They believe in the idea that the church needs restoration back toward something like the primitive church had, rather than evolving into something very different. On all these points, I have found agreement. The areas where we get into trouble is their hermeneutic concerning the silence of Scripture, and in their rejection of the Pentecostal experience for today. I have to admit that I have grown in a way that I probably could not function in too many of the CofC's, but I do not regret my limited association with them in the past. Incidentally, I was later involved with a congregation that merged with a CofC, but these CofC people were wounded by elders in another CofC and were much more pliable to changing in their ways. They quickly accepted musical instruments as a valid way of worship, and they readily recognized the problems with the silence of Scripture hermeneutic. The Pentecostal gifts of the Holy Spirit were received by most of them, but a few of them resisted that, and some eventually left because of the issues of faith, healing, and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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. -- 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.
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Dave, I don't mind if you choose not to answer, but no need to whine about it. If you and I are through discussing things on TT, then so be it. You said if I want to know what mormons believe, then I sould ask a mormon. I did that, but he has no answer for me. Who should I turn to for the truth about mormonism? The bible? Kevin? The internet? All three of those say it is a false religion. Perry From: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Tue, 24 May 2005 23:29:27 -0700 DAVEH: For what reason should I explain why/where you are wrong about my beliefs, Perry. I don't mind explaining to those who really want to know what I believe, but in your case it seems your intention is to denigrate my beliefs. You've stated that your mission (so to speak) is to discredit Mormonism.in effect meeting the definition of an anti-Mormon. So for what reason would you want to query me about Mormonism, if it is not to denigrate that in which I believe? Along with that, you continue to disbelieve my stated reason for joining TT years ago. You can believe as you wish, Perrybut if you effectively want to post that I am lying about my reasons for being here, then I see no particular reason to hand you the knife with which you intend to use to carve up my faith. Charles Perry Locke wrote: Actually, the problem I have is not with Dave stating mormon beliefs, especially when asked. It is his teaching mormon doctrines, but denying that he is doing so. I am for openest...but honesty, too. Dave, If I am somewhat close, can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon... Perry From: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700 Charles Perry Locke wrote: Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings. DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels. Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this? DAVEH: You are somewhat close. Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS. -- 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. -- 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.
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And also with you. I shall ask Caroline, Debbie, Jonathan, Bill and, Slade if they'd be open to the 'interview'. Why'd y'all leave? - Original Message - From: David Miller To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 09:14 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation Lance wrote: I, for one, would appreciate hearing from the departed and the nearly-departed on this. Would you welcome such? Yes, I sure would welcome such. I suspect most of the answers would involve time constraints. TruthTalk has too many posts for active people to keep up. I have suggested in the past that we limit the number of posts per day, but such an idea has not been warmly welcomed by themembers here. Peace be with you.David Miller.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
DAVEH: Thanx for your clarification. To me it remains a no win situation when it is implied that I am a liar for responding to questions about my beliefs. David Miller wrote: I would not say that it is a "no win situation" just because a person's viewpoint is criticized in this forum. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: David Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400 DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum. TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raise objections or questions concerning what is being said. The goal is learning and getting a better undertanding of both what we believe and what others believe. Dave Hansen is LDS Mormon and he has as much right here as anybody else to teach or post his views. In like manner, his teachings will be examined and questioned by others. This is the nature of the forum. I would not say that it is a no win situation just because a person's viewpoint is criticized in this forum. If you share your views, expect some examination and perhaps criticism if someone thinks that the viewpoint deserves such. Now in regards to the question of why DaveH is here. I have read both Dave and Perry's exchange on this, and personally I find Dave's reasons for being here consistent. He has an interest in knowing what Protestants believe and why. He interacts with us, and in doing so, is questioned about his beliefs. He responds to such questions in a way that he is comfortable. Often the exchange hits a dead end, and some TruthTalk members get frustrated with that (me included), but I don't think that means that his reasons for being here are not being stated properly. Some have interpreted him to be implying that he wants to become a Protestant if he hears good answers for what Protestants believe, but I have never understood him that way. He is simply curious and has an academic interest in what motivates us and what makes us who we are. I'm sure Christians not affiliated with a major institution seems very strange to him. His life is centered around an institution of authority. That is the kind of structure he is use to and is comfortable with. Many of us reject such institutions. I think Dave is still trying to understand why and how this is. I suspect it would be easier for him to understand us if we were all Roman Catholic. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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. -- 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.
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Dave, I wanted to add that, although you are whining about answerig my question, and doing everything except answering it, it has served it's secondary purpose, and that is to expose and stimulate discussion on the non-biblical and heretical aspects of mormon beliefs. In the meantime, my question has also been answered to my satisfaction by Kevin. Perry From: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Tue, 24 May 2005 23:29:27 -0700 DAVEH: For what reason should I explain why/where you are wrong about my beliefs, Perry. I don't mind explaining to those who really want to know what I believe, but in your case it seems your intention is to denigrate my beliefs. You've stated that your mission (so to speak) is to discredit Mormonism.in effect meeting the definition of an anti-Mormon. So for what reason would you want to query me about Mormonism, if it is not to denigrate that in which I believe? Along with that, you continue to disbelieve my stated reason for joining TT years ago. You can believe as you wish, Perrybut if you effectively want to post that I am lying about my reasons for being here, then I see no particular reason to hand you the knife with which you intend to use to carve up my faith. Charles Perry Locke wrote: Actually, the problem I have is not with Dave stating mormon beliefs, especially when asked. It is his teaching mormon doctrines, but denying that he is doing so. I am for openest...but honesty, too. Dave, If I am somewhat close, can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon... Perry From: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700 Charles Perry Locke wrote: Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings. DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels. Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this? DAVEH: You are somewhat close. Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS. -- 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. -- 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.
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Kevin wrote: FATHER ADAM OUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it WITH A CELESTIAL BODY, and brought Eve, one of his wives, with him. He helped to make and organize this world. Kevin, this source reminded me of a Jewish opinion of Adam, which may be the source of the Mormon logic: Then God, the ruler of the aeons and the powers, divided us in wrath. Then we became two aeons. And the glory in our heart(s) left us, me and your mother Eve, along with the first knowledge that breathed within us. And it (glory) fled from us; it entered into [...] great [...] which had come forth, not from this aeon from which we had come forth, I and Eve your mother. But it (knowledge) entered into the seed of great aeons. For this reason I myself have called you by the name of that man who is the seed of the great generation or from whom (it comes). After those days, the eternal knowledge of the God of truth withdrew from me and your mother Eve. -- The Apocalypse of Adam 1:2-5 The Apocalypse of Adam is included the the Pseudopigrapha (post-biblical, noncanonical writings purported to have come from biblical characters). The AofA is supposed to be Adam revealing his revelations to Seth. The narration is discussing what happened after Adam partook of the forbidden fruit. I saw the link between this and what Brigham Young said about Adam, since both writings talk about Adam's celestial body or glory in his heart. Another Jewish tradition discusses Adam's glory. The writer talks about entering a cave that houses all the great partiarchs, and first seeing Abraham and Sarah in their cave, and then approaching Adam's cave: R. Bana'ah said: I discerned his [Adam's] two heels, and they were like two orbs of the sun. Compared with Sarah, all other people are like a monkey to a human being, and compared with Eve Sarah was like a monkey to a human being, and compared with Adam Eve was like a monkey to a human being, and compared with the Shechinah Adam was like a monkey to a human being. --Baba Bathra 58a (Babylonian Talmud) This account adds to the idea of Adam having some kind of glory, though it does contrast Adam with the Shechinah. However, it seems to me that Brigham Young's writings do parallel some Jewish tradition. Jewish writing says even more on Adam's glory, but this is what I have for now. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me I know the church is true, I know the Church is true. Spring 1895 General Conference Wilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselves about who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself and when the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. Cannon General Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talked with the prophets. This revelation came to us in certainty. (Millennial Star 51:278; April 7, 1889) FATHER ADAM OUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in the tabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said: When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, he came into it with a celestial body, and brought Eve, one of his
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
DAVEH: No Judy, I do not. But effectively that is what it is in a sense. And it is certainly taken as such by some TTers, who evidently view my explanations as an effort to try to convert TTers to Mormonism. From my perspective, the problem is the accusation that I am dishonest about my reasons for being in TT when I respond to those questions. Judy Taylor wrote: Do you interpret being asked to answer a few questions about your doctrine as "being asked to teach" DaveH? I'd call that a bit of a leap ... jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 23:17:01 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Lance Muir wrote: Apparently there exists a 'collective' anticipation of your answer. Yes, I am interested as well. Is this beleif found in the BoM? Blessings, Christine --- Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Actually, the problem I have is not with Dave stating mormon beliefs, especially when asked. It is his teaching mormon doctrines, but denying that he is doing so. I am for openest...but honesty, too. -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
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DAVEH: No JudyI am not kidding, though I may have chosen better words (counsel) to describe it. When God spoke as recorded in Genesis (1:26), he seemed to be discussing the creation with others.. And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness:. ...I believe this was directly (and pretty much literally) a reference as to what was said at that planning session, or counsel. Job also referred to such a meeting (1:6)... Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among them. ...which also addresses Kevin's comment carrying negative connotations. And Satan was a committee member! .Yes, I believe Satan was also present at that counsel. His unruly behavior led to a war in heaven, and his subsequent expulsion. Regarding your comment to Blaine, Judy... Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imagination. ...I would respectfully disagree, as I believe there is plenty of evidence recorded in the Bible of the pre-existence. Judy Taylor wrote: Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon... Perry From: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700 Charles Perry Locke wrote: Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings. DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels. Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this? DAVEH: You are somewhat close. Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
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The Genesis and Job comments are supported by some commentators. - Original Message - From: Dave Hansen To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 10:29 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... DAVEH: No JudyI am not kidding, though I may have chosen better words (counsel) to describe it. When God spoke as recorded in Genesis (1:26), he seemed to be discussing the creation with others..And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness:I believe this was directly (and pretty much literally) a reference as to what was said at that planning session, or counsel. Job also referred to such a meeting (1:6)...Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among themwhich also addresses Kevin's comment carrying negative connotations.And Satan was a committee member!.Yes, I believe Satan was also present at that counsel. His unruly behavior led to a war in heaven, and his subsequent expulsion. Regarding your comment to Blaine, Judy...Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imaginationI would respectfully disagree, as I believe there is plenty of evidence recorded in the Bible of the pre-existence.Judy Taylor wrote: Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon...PerryFrom: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TTDate: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700Charles Perry Locke wrote:Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings.DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels.Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this?DAVEH: You are somewhat close.Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
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I, for one, am pleased to hear fully and candidly from Mr. Hansen. - Original Message - From: Dave Hansen To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 10:05 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT DAVEH: No Judy, I do not. But effectively that is what it is in a sense. And it is certainly taken as such by some TTers, who evidently view my explanations as an effort to try to convert TTers to Mormonism. From my perspective, the problem is the accusation that I am dishonest about my reasons for being in TT when I respond to those questions. Judy Taylor wrote: Do you interpret being asked to answer a few questions about your doctrine as "being asked to teach" DaveH? I'd call that a bit of a leap ... jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 23:17:01 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance.Lance Muir wrote: Apparently there exists a 'collective' anticipation of your answer. Yes, I am interested as well. Is this beleif found in the BoM? Blessings, Christine --- Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Actually, the problem I have is not with Dave stating mormon beliefs, especially when asked. It is his teaching mormon doctrines, but denying that he is doing so. I am for openest...but honesty, too. -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.
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Dave Hansen wrote: To me it remains a no win situation when it is implied that I am a liar for responding to questions about my beliefs. From my perspective, if a member implies you are a liar for responding to questions about your belief, that member is mistaken. You have made your case, and even if the person you have made your case with does not accept your arguments, don't presume that the rest of us don't. It seems to me that you don't want to answer Perry until he acknowledges that you are being honest about your motivations for being here. I would encourge Perry to acknowledge this, but even if he disagrees with both you and me, wouldn't it be ok to go ahead and answer him and still stick by your position of honesty? One question you might answer that could help resolve this with Perry is, do you ever have any thoughts of possibly converting any of us to Mormonism? You ought to understand that evangelism is important to many evangelicals. Most non-Mormons on this list probably hope to influence you away from Mormonism, so it is natural for them to assume that you hope to move some of us toward accepting Mormonism. Can you be honest about your feelings concerning this with us, or do you never think about your influence upon us in regards to Mormonism? I personally suspect this might be a secondary reason you have for being here, and acknowledging such might help Perry relate to you better. On the other hand, if moving us toward Mormonism really never enters your mind, that would be interesting for us to know. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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.
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Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 11:37:02 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Priority: 3 X-MSMail-Priority: Normal X-Mailer: Microsoft Outlook Express 6.00.2900.2180 X-MimeOLE: Produced By Microsoft MimeOLE V6.00.2900.2180 Precedence: bulk Sender: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Lance wrote: 1. David: did you just 'plant' a 'church'? No. Lance wrote: What is your office in that 'church'? My spiritual office is prophet. I teach Sunday School, oversee the children education programs, sometimes teach on Wednesday nights, lead prayer, sometimes share on Sunday mornings regarding home church, host home church meetings, help oversee nine other home church leaders, lead outreach ministry to nursing homes, etc. You have heard what I do from time to time. Lance wrote: 2. Can ONLY apostles 'plant' churches? No, the Lord can plant churches without them, but he will raise up apostles within that congregation if there were none to start them in the first place. Without apostles, I don't believe you have anyone you can call the church planter. The Scriptures teach that the church is built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, so without them, what do you have? You might have a synagogue or a club or whatever, but the Scriptures teach that apostles and prophets are part of the church of the Lord Jesus Christ. Lance wrote: 3. I believe that all should pray God's blessing on both enterprises. (forgive that word 'enterprises') I agree about God's blessings being desired, but I don't think we should encourage people who are not apostles to view themselves as church planters. Such encourages pride and arrogance, leading to all manner of sins and hurts. If John is not an apostle, he may lead a Bible study or fellowship, but he should not presume to be a church planter, which is a euphemism for an apostle. I know a group in Jacksonville that used the word worker for apostle and several men there presumed to plant churches. It led to all manner of cult like behavior and problems, many people getting hurt. I had initially prayed God's blessings upon their endeavors, but later saw the fruit and came to realize that I should have warned more at an earlier date. Lance wrote: 4. David: will you say more on the forgiving and retaining of sin(s)? Sure, as opportunity arises, but I'm not sure there is a whole lot more to say. Lance wrote: 5. David: will you say more on your 'position' as to the conclusion of the gospel of Mark? Sure, as opportunity arises and questions are asked. Lance wrote: 7. I'd like to hear more from both of you on the 'inbreaking of the kingdom'. What is the 'Gospel of the Kingdom'? (Christ's Gospel is the Gospel of the Kingdom is it not?) There is much to say about this. John and I started a discussion about this many months ago, but he did not receive much of what I had to say. I was pointing out at the time that the gospel preached by Jesus and the 12 originally said nothing about the death, burial and resurrection of Christ. I was trying to help him perceive what was being preached at that time as the gospel. Repentance was a big part of it. The kingdom of God being at hand is another part of it. What that kingdom is like is manifested by Jesus Christ and his apostles, but I fear John might say that we are included in none of that. :-( Who really has the good news here? I see a distinction between being born again and pressing into the kingdom of God. The Israelites were delivered from the bondage of slavery into Egypt when they crossed the Red Sea. This represents our salvation experience. They then saw the kingdom of God, after their salvation, but because of their unbelief, they did not enter in. History repeats itself in this way with many Christians, believing upon Christ and experiencing deliverance from the bondage of sin, but being unbelieving regarding our ability to possess the kingdom of God. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Perry wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. Well, maybe I have fallen into his trap, but it does seem to me that you have put him in an awkward position. If he answers you, then you will likely use that against him as evidence of how he teaches Mormon doctrine. If he doesn't answer you, then you say he has no answers for his beliefs. How about just giving him the benefit of the doubt and letting him share his beliefs with us without accusing him of being here in order to share his beliefs with us. Maybe he really is more interested in listening than speaking here. I certainly see him that way. Perry wrote: I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. I think he acknowledges that he is sharing his Mormon views, but that is not the primary reason he is on TruthTalk. You don't seem to want to accept this idea for some reason. Perry wrote: He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. I think his position is that he shares Mormonism when asked, but he is not here to push Mormonism. I don't have a problem with this being his true reason for being here. Maybe I am naive about Mormonism, but I choose to accept him on what he is saying. If you have some evidence that he is being deceitful about this, feel free to present it. Do Mormons have a mandate to convert everyone at all costs or something? Perry wrote: Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. I think your wording here is too strong. It does seem to me that you do not welcome his Mormon views. I think you feel he is welcome to share his views here, but you do not appreciate them nor welcome them when he does share them. Rather than being a lie, I think you are failing to communicate your position with Dave. Tell me if I am hearing you right. You want Dave to say that he is here to teach Mormonism, and then you would welcome him teaching Mormonism in this forum. However, if he does not admit that he is here to teach Mormonism, then he is not being honest with us. Am I hearing you right? Is there any room for you to budge on this perspective? As best I can tell, Dave is here primarily to listen, but he is glad to engage us and discuss his Mormon beliefs with us. I'm not sure why you have a problem with this perspective. I don't know Dave's heart, so I could be wrong, but from what information I have, it does seem to me that this is the best understanding of reality. I have noticed a difference between Dave and Blaine. Blaine seems much more aggressive to teach Mormonism. Have you noticed this? In other words, if someone like Blaine took the position that Dave has regarding being here to learn what Protestants believe and why, I would have an easier time accepting your perspective. On the other hand, Dave does appear to be here for the reasons he has stated. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
David, and Dave, Dave states that he is not here [on TT] to learn the truth...he is here to learn what protestants think, and why. While not part of his pat statement about why he is on TT, he also said that he is not here tio convert anyone to mormonism or to teach mormonism. I believe that Dave is genuine about his stated reasons for being here. Most of the time, Dave answers questions about his faith when asked, and that presents no problem at all. Sometimes Dave will ask someone what protestants believe. They will answer him honestly and forthrightly. Dave will then begin to DEBATE what they believe by interject unsolicited mormon doctrine, sometimes socratically. Again, I have no problems with his doing this. However, when I say, Dave, you have said that you are not here to teach mormon doctrine, which is what he is doing when he introduces mormon doctrine in rebuttal to a question he has asked to learn what protestants think, he denies it. Now, he may say that he is not here to teach mormon doctrine, and that may indeed not by why he is here. But, when confronted with the fact that he said he is not here to TEACH mormon doctrine but is, in fact TEACHING mormon doctrine, I have a problem with that. To me it is not being genuine. All Dave has to do is admit that at times he teaches mormon doctrine on TT. It is the fact that he sometimes teaches mormon doctrine, but denies that he does so, that I am complaining about. Furthermore, he has taken my comlpaint and TWISTED it to mean that I object to his teaching mormon doctrine. That has never been my argument. It is a lie for him to twist it that way. He can teach ALL the mormon doctrine he wishes...I would just like for him to stop denying it and admit that is what he is doing. Case in point. Blaine makes no qualms about proudly presenting his mormon beliefs, and that has NEVER bothered me...because BLAINE NEVER MADE THE STATEMENT THAT HE IS NOT TEACHING MORMON DOCTRINE on TT. Perry From: David Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 10:51:42 -0400 Dave Hansen wrote: To me it remains a no win situation when it is implied that I am a liar for responding to questions about my beliefs. From my perspective, if a member implies you are a liar for responding to questions about your belief, that member is mistaken. You have made your case, and even if the person you have made your case with does not accept your arguments, don't presume that the rest of us don't. It seems to me that you don't want to answer Perry until he acknowledges that you are being honest about your motivations for being here. I would encourge Perry to acknowledge this, but even if he disagrees with both you and me, wouldn't it be ok to go ahead and answer him and still stick by your position of honesty? One question you might answer that could help resolve this with Perry is, do you ever have any thoughts of possibly converting any of us to Mormonism? You ought to understand that evangelism is important to many evangelicals. Most non-Mormons on this list probably hope to influence you away from Mormonism, so it is natural for them to assume that you hope to move some of us toward accepting Mormonism. Can you be honest about your feelings concerning this with us, or do you never think about your influence upon us in regards to Mormonism? I personally suspect this might be a secondary reason you have for being here, and acknowledging such might help Perry relate to you better. On the other hand, if moving us toward Mormonism really never enters your mind, that would be interesting for us to know. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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. -- 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.
Re: [TruthTalk] Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Blaine wrote: ... it came through to me that she was one of my immediate ancestors, a woman born in Norway, who had been active in converting her husband and family to Mormonism, and that she was there to show her approval of what we were in process of doing. Blaine, I appreciate you sharing experiences like this. While I might have a different understanding of what events like these are all about, it gives me insight into a side of Mormonism that I might not otherwise have. Question for Dave Hansen: Dave, I have noticed over the years that Blaine has many mystical experiences like this one that he has shared, and that he is actively engaged in astrology. I have never seen you share of such experiences. I am curious about how you perceive Blaine's reports like this one. Do you readily accept them as stated and interpreted? How many in Mormonism do you know who embrace astrology and the kind of mysticism that Blaine does? Do you, Dave, accept astrology too? I guess I am trying to understand the kind of diversity in Mormonism in regards to present day mysticism. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
There was a significant word game going on whenI first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus ChristGodhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, "Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]?" Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, "Here am I, send me," and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie.PerryFrom: "David Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgTo:Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TTDate: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance.Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen'ssituation in regards to this forum.TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions anddifferent backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest ofus. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raiseobjections or questions concerning what is being said. The goal is learningand getting a better undertanding of both what we believe and what othersbelieve.Dave Hansen is LDS Mormon and he has as much right here as anybody else toteach or post his views. In like manner, his teachings will be examined andquestioned by others. This is the nature of the forum. I would not saythat it is a "no win situation" just because a person's viewpoint iscriticized in this forum. If you share your views, expect some examinationand perhaps criticism if someone thinks that the viewpoint deserves such.Now in regards to the question of why DaveH is here. I have read both Daveand Perry's exchange on this, and personally I find Dave's reasons for beinghere consistent. He has an interest in knowing what Protestants believe andwhy. He interacts with us, and in doing so, is questioned about hisbeliefs. He responds to such questions in a way that he is comfortable.Often the exchange hits a dead end, and some TruthTalk members getfrustrated with that (me included), but I don't think that means that hisreasons for being here are not being stated properly. Some have interpretedhim to be implying that he wants to become a Protestant if he hears goodanswers for what Protestants believe, but I have never understood him thatway. He is simply curious and has an academic interest in what motivates usand what makes us who we are. I'm sure Christians not affiliated with amajor institution seems very strange to him. His life is centered around aninstitution of authority. That is the kind of structure he is use to and iscomfortable with. Many of us reject such institutions. I think Dave isstill trying to understand why and how this is. I suspect it would beeasier for him to understand us if we were all Roman Catholic.Peace be with you.David Miller.--"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.orgIf 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.--"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.orgIf
Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
It is amazing how backwards LDS can get things. Angel of light introduces Joe to becoming a god The fall is a fall upward. A sacrifice of fruit on the altar http://www.helpingmormons.org/TLC_Manti/PhotoAlbum/Other%20Photos/Adam%20and%20Eve%20Sacrifice.html Maybe joes tutor introduced the Adam god stuff to him. http://www.gnosis.org/jskabb1.htm http://www.gnosis.org/ahp.htm Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kevin wrote:FATHER ADAM OUR GOD Brigham Young, in a sermon in thetabernacle in Salt Lake City on April 9, 1852, said:"When our Father Adam came into the garden of Eden, hecame into it WITH A CELESTIAL BODY, and brought Eve,one of his wives, with him. He helped to make andorganize this world. Kevin, this source reminded me of a Jewish opinion ofAdam, which may be the source of the Mormon logic:Then God, the ruler of the aeons and the powers,divided us in wrath. Then we became two aeons. And theglory in our heart(s) left us, me and your mother Eve,along with the first knowledge that breathed withinus. And it (glory) fled from us; it entered into [...]great [...] which had come forth, not from this aeonfrom which we had come forth, I and Eve your mother.But it (knowledge) entered into the seed of greataeons. For this reason I myself have called you by thename of that man who is the seed of the greatgeneration or from whom (it comes). After those days,the eternal knowledge of the God of truth withdrewfrom me and your mother Eve.-- The Apocalypse of Adam 1:2-5The Apocalypse of Adam is included the thePseudopigrapha (post-biblical, noncanonical writingspurported to have come from biblical characters). TheAofA is supposed to be Adam revealing his revelationsto Seth. The narration is discussing what happenedafter Adam partook of the forbidden fruit. I saw thelink between this and what Brigham Young said aboutAdam, since both writings talk about Adam's celestialbody or "glory" in his heart. Another Jewish tradition discusses Adam's glory. Thewriter talks about entering a cave that houses all thegreat partiarchs, and first seeing Abraham and Sarahin their cave, and then approaching Adam's cave:R. Bana'ah said: I discerned his [Adam's] two heels,and they were like two orbs of the sun. Compared withSarah, all other people are like a monkey to a humanbeing, and compared with Eve Sarah was like a monkeyto a human being, and compared with Adam Eve was likea monkey to a human being, and compared with theShechinah Adam was like a monkey to a human being.--Baba Bathra 58a (Babylonian Talmud)This account adds to the idea of Adam having some kindof glory, though it does contrast Adam with theShechinah. However, it seems to me that BrighamYoung's writings do parallel some Jewish tradition. Jewish writing says even more on Adam's glory, butthis is what I have for now.Blessings,Christine --- Kevin Deegan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Blaine says It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam Tell Brigham, Taylor, Woodruff Cannon! You just can't trust them prohets ya know. Seems that many LDs for many years have been TROUBLED by who is who. But don't you worry. just ignore the contradictions. repeat after me "I know the church is true, I know the Church is true." Spring 1895 General Conference Wilford Woodruff Cease troubling yourselves about who God is; who Adam is, who Christ is, who Jehovah is. For heaven's sake, let these things alone. Why trouble yourselves about these things? God has revealed himself and when the 121st section of the Doctrine and Covenants is fulfilled, whether there be ONE God or many Gods they will be revealed to the children of men, as well as all thrones and dominions, principalities, and powers. Then why trouble yourselves about these things? God is God. Christ is Christ. The Holy Ghost is the Holy Ghost. That should be enough for you and me to know. If we want to know anymore, wait till we get where God is in person. I say this because we are troubled every little while with inquiries from Elders anxious to know who God is, who Christ is, and who Adam is. I say to the Elders of Israel, stop this. Humble yourselves before the Lord; seek for light, for truth, and for a knowledge of the common things of the Kingdom of God. The Lord is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He changes not. The Son of God is the same. He is the Savior of the world. He is our advocate with the Father. We have had letter after letter from Elders abroad wanting to know concerning these things. Adam is the first man. He was placed in the Garden of Eden, and is our great progenitor. God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost, are the same yesterday, today, and forever. That should be sufficient to know. (Millennial Star 57:355-356, April 7, 1895) April of 1889, George Q. Cannon General Conference: There are TWO personages, the Father and the Son. God is the being who walked in the Garden of Eden, and who talked with the prophets. This
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we receive His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]? Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, Here am I, send me, and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: David Miller Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400 DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum. TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raise objections or questions concerning what is being said. The goal is learning and getting a better undertanding of both what we believe and what others believe. Dave Hansen is LDS Mormon and he has as much right here as anybody else to teach or post his views. In like manner, his teachings will be examined and questioned by others. This is the nature of the forum. I would not say that it is a no win situation just because a person's viewpoint is criticized in this forum. If you share your views, expect some examination and perhaps criticism if someone thinks that the viewpoint deserves such. Now in regards to the question of why DaveH is here. I have read both Dave and Perry's exchange on this, and personally I find Dave's reasons for being here consistent. He has an interest in knowing what Protestants believe and why. He interacts with us, and in doing so, is questioned about his beliefs. He responds to such questions in a way that he is comfortable. Often the exchange hits a dead end, and some TruthTalk members get frustrated with that (me included), but I don't think that means that his reasons for being here are not being stated properly. Some have interpreted him to be implying that he wants to become a Protestant if he hears good answers for what Protestants believe, but I have never understood him
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Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. One need only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. Agreed? - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we receive His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]? Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, Here am I, send me, and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: David Miller Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400 DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum. TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raise objections or questions concerning what is being said. The goal is learning and getting a better undertanding of both what we believe and what others believe. Dave Hansen is LDS Mormon and he has as much right here as anybody else to teach or post his views. In like manner, his teachings will be examined and questioned by others. This is the nature of the forum. I would not say that it is a no win situation just because a person's viewpoint is criticized in this forum. If you share your views, expect some examination and perhaps criticism if someone thinks that the viewpoint deserves such. Now in regards to the question of why DaveH is here. I have read both Dave and Perry's exchange on this, and personally I find Dave's reasons for being
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evidently view my explanations as an effort to try to convert TTers to Mormonism Like who? Can you post a quote showing this? I think your smoke screen has gotten away with you it is in your eyes now. Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: DAVEH: No Judy, I do not. But effectively that is what it is in a sense. And it is certainly taken as such by some TTers, who evidently view my explanations as an effort to try to convert TTers to Mormonism. From my perspective, the problem is the accusation that I am dishonest about my reasons for being in TT when I respond to those questions. Judy Taylor wrote: Do you interpret being asked to answer a few questions about your doctrine as "being asked to teach" DaveH? I'd call that a bit of a leap ... jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 23:17:01 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance.Lance Muir wrote: Apparently there exists a 'collective' anticipation of your answer. Yes, I am interested as well. Is this beleif found in the BoM? Blessings, Christine --- Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Actually, the problem I have is not with Dave stating mormon beliefs, especially when asked. It is his teaching mormon doctrines, but denying that he is doing so. I am for openest...but honesty, too. -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS. Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Find what you need with new enhanced search. Learn more.
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What is the rest of the story Dave? Which led to those spirits that were less valiant were cursed with a BLACK SKIN You left that out Dave! THE SEED OF CAIN: "were more valiant than others Those who were less valiant in pre-existence and who thereby had certain spiritual restrictions imposed upon them during mortality are known to us as the negroes. Such spirits are sent to earth through the lineage of Cain, the mark put upon him for his rebellion against God and his murder of Abel being a black skin...The present status of the negro rests purely and simply on the foundation of pre-existence" (Mormon Doctrine, p.527, 1966 ed.). "Joseph Smith had declared that the Negroes were not neutral in heaven, for all the spirits took sides, but 'the posterity of Cain are black because he (Cain) committed murder. He killed Abel and God set a mark upon his posterity'" (The Improvement Era, Joseph Fielding Smith, p.105). Tenth LDS President Joseph Fielding Smith wrote, "It was well understood by the early elders of the Church that the mark which was placed on Cain and which his posterity inherited was the black skin. The Book of Moses informs us that Cain and his descendants were black" (The Way to Perfection, p.107). BLOOD ATONEMENT: Young stated, "Shall I tell you the law of God in regard to the African race? If the white man who belongs to the chosen seed mixes his blood with the seed of Cain, the penalty, under the law of God, is death on the spot. This will always be so" (Journal of Discourses, 10:110). The prophets are a bunch of Old White RACISTS! Blacks could not hold priesthood office until 1978 Fielding Millions of souls have come into this world cursed with a black skin and have been denied the privilege of priesthood and the fullness of the blessings of the gospel. These are the descendants of Cain. they shall have been made to feel their inferiority and have been separated from the rest of mankind from the beginning. ..We will also hope that blessings may eventually be given our Negro Brethren, for they are our Brethren-children of God-Not withstanding their black covering emblematical of eternal darkness. Get right get white Until 1981 2 Nephi 30:6 in the Book of Mormon "...their scales of darkness shall begin to fall from their eyes; and many generations shall not pass away among them, save they shall be a white and a delightsome people." IN 1981 THE MOST CORRECTED BOOK ON EARTH changed WHITE to pure! 3 Nephi 2:15 "And their curse was taken from them, and their skin became white like unto the Nephites." Spencer W. Kimballsaid that Indian converts "are fast becoming a white and delightsome people." (Improvement Era, December 1960, pp. 922-23) Any dark skinned apostles or Prophets in the church, yet?Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: DAVEH: No JudyI am not kidding, though I may have chosen better words (counsel) to describe it. When God spoke as recorded in Genesis (1:26), he seemed to be discussing the creation with others..And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness:I believe this was directly (and pretty much literally) a reference as to what was said at that planning session, or counsel. Job also referred to such a meeting (1:6)...Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among themwhich also addresses Kevin's comment carrying negative connotations.And Satan was a committee member!.Yes, I believe Satan was also present at that counsel. His unruly behavior led to a war in heaven, and his subsequent expulsion. Regarding your comment to Blaine, Judy...Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imaginationI would respectfully disagree, as I believe there is plenty of evidence recorded in the Bible of the pre-existence.Judy Taylor wrote: Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2)
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To name just one, Bart Ehrman - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 13:19 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... Who?Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Genesis and Job comments are supported by some commentators. - Original Message - From: Dave Hansen To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 10:29 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... DAVEH: No JudyI am not kidding, though I may have chosen better words (counsel) to describe it. When God spoke as recorded in Genesis (1:26), he seemed to be discussing the creation with others..And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness:I believe this was directly (and pretty much literally) a reference as to what was said at that planning session, or counsel. Job also referred to such a meeting (1:6)...Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among themwhich also addresses Kevin's comment carrying negative connotations.And Satan was a committee member!.Yes, I believe Satan was also present at that counsel. His unruly behavior led to a war in heaven, and his subsequent expulsion. Regarding your comment to Blaine, Judy...Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imaginationI would respectfully disagree, as I believe there is plenty of evidence recorded in the Bible of the pre-existence.Judy Taylor wrote: Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon...PerryFrom: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TTDate: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700Charles Perry Locke wrote:Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings.DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels.Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various
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Who?Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Genesis and Job comments are supported by some commentators. - Original Message - From: Dave Hansen To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 10:29 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... DAVEH: No JudyI am not kidding, though I may have chosen better words (counsel) to describe it. When God spoke as recorded in Genesis (1:26), he seemed to be discussing the creation with others..And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness:I believe this was directly (and pretty much literally) a reference as to what was said at that planning session, or counsel. Job also referred to such a meeting (1:6)...Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among themwhich also addresses Kevin's comment carrying negative connotations.And Satan was a committee member!.Yes, I believe Satan was also present at that counsel. His unruly behavior led to a war in heaven, and his subsequent expulsion. Regarding your comment to Blaine, Judy...Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imaginationI would respectfully disagree, as I believe there is plenty of evidence recorded in the Bible of the pre-existence.Judy Taylor wrote: Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon...PerryFrom: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TTDate: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700Charles Perry Locke wrote:Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings.DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels.Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this?DAVEH: You are somewhat close.Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS.__Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
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Again, this Mormon doctrine echoes Jewish thought. The Midrash Rabbah comments on Genesis 1:26 by not only asserting that the us is a council, but by going so far as to discribe the conversation that proceeded the creation of man: When the Holy One, Blessed be He, was about to create Adam, the Attribute of Kindness said: Let him be created, but the Attribute of Truth said, 'Let him not be created.' God took Truth and cast it to the ground. Said the ministering angels before the Holy One, Why do you scorn Truth? While the ministering angels were debating the issue, The Holy One created Adam -- Genesis Rabbah 8:5 Interpreters use Daniel 8:12 to support the account of God casting truth to the ground. Apparently, God's own vote could not tip the balance, nor could He overrule the both of them if He had wanted. It seems He had to get rid of the one voting a No. But the Midrash offers a caveat to this: Rabbi Samuel bar Nahman in the name of Rabbi Jonathan said, that at the time when Moses wrote the Torah; writing a portion of it daily, when he came to this Verse which says, And Elohim said let us make man in our image after our likeness, Moses said, Master of the Universe why do you give herewith an excuse to the sectarians [those who would use this verse as evidence of polytheism]. God answered Moses, You write and whoever wants to err let him err. Blessings! --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: To name just one, Bart Ehrman - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 13:19 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... Who? Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Genesis and Job comments are supported by some commentators. - Original Message - From: Dave Hansen To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 10:29 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... DAVEH: No JudyI am not kidding, though I may have chosen better words (counsel) to describe it. When God spoke as recorded in Genesis (1:26), he seemed to be discussing the creation with others.. And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness:. ...I believe this was directly (and pretty much literally) a reference as to what was said at that planning session, or counsel. Job also referred to such a meeting (1:6)... Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among them. ...which also addresses Kevin's comment carrying negative connotations. And Satan was a committee member! .Yes, I believe Satan was also present at that counsel. His unruly behavior led to a war in heaven, and his subsequent expulsion. Regarding your comment to Blaine, Judy... Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imagination. ...I would respectfully disagree, as I believe there is plenty of evidence recorded in the Bible of the pre-existence. Judy Taylor wrote: Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am somewhat close, can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon...
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So you believe angels are departed human beings? Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 8:19 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [TruthTalk] Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT In a message dated 5/23/2005 11:15:18 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: Perhaps.Heb 13:1 ShieldsFamily wrote: Has anyone on TT actually seen an angel? Izzy BLAINE: I have been very very busy lately, so have not even been reading most of the posts. Sorry if I have not answered some of your queries. In answer to your question, Izzy, I have to say NO! I have never seen an angel. BUT--about a year or so after my wife and I were married civally, we began taking a church-sponsored class to help us prepare for being sealed together in the Salt Lake Temple. On the evening that we finished the class, the teacher provided punch and cookies, and as we were sitting around drinking the punch and eating the cookies, in the teacher's basement, I suddenly became aware that a woman was standing directly in front of me. I could only sense her presence, so don't ask me how I knew it was a woman--I just knewthat it was a her, not a him. She stood there for a moment, and it came through to me that she was one of my immediate ancestors, a woman born in Norway, who had been active in converting her husband and family to Mormonism, and that she was there to show her approval of what we were in process of doing. I said nothing, just sat there taking it all in. Later that same night, my wife asked me, Could you feel that there was an angel present in the room at the teacher's house tonight? I said YES! She was one of my relatives!I was amazed she had experienced the same thing, yet neither of us had spokenof it at the time. That is the closest I have ever come to seeing an angel, Izzy.
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Yes, I do see your point and I do agree. But the Bible speaks to be understood, and it is written to inform us. We must interpret, that's true, just as I must interpret your post when I read it. The Bible is very clear on what it means to be a child of God and a brother of Jesus. It requires interpretation to communicate at all, but when something is stated blankly (John 1:12), how much spin can we add before we are misinterpreting? Perhaps I could have said misinterpret instead of disregard, but I do believe the Mormons are genuinely ignoring the Bible's stance on this one. Blessings! --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. One need only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. Agreed? - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we receive His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]? Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, Here am I, send me, and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: David Miller Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400 DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum. TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raise
RE: [TruthTalk] What is sin
Exactly right, jt. When one has blinders on how do they see? (Or is it logs?) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Judy Taylor Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 2:57 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: [TruthTalk] What is sin Shameful? You have got to be kidding JD. Just what was done to the two from Canada that was shameful? I'd call the slams against Christine's father and the continual slurs against her mental ability and character a much greater problem. What she writes is not taken seriously because she is DavidM's daughter and you never let her forget it for a moment because of hisPhd and all that.Let's stop, count to ten and rethink this thing. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:48:41 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, she sure won't get treated as shamefully as the two from Canada - so you might be right. From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy
Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS...
I meant a christian not a proto OrthLance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: To name just one, Bart Ehrman - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 13:19 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... Who?Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Genesis and Job comments are supported by some commentators. - Original Message - From: Dave Hansen To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 10:29 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... DAVEH: No JudyI am not kidding, though I may have chosen better words (counsel) to describe it. When God spoke as recorded in Genesis (1:26), he seemed to be discussing the creation with others..And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness:I believe this was directly (and pretty much literally) a reference as to what was said at that planning session, or counsel. Job also referred to such a meeting (1:6)...Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among themwhich also addresses Kevin's comment carrying negative connotations.And Satan was a committee member!.Yes, I believe Satan was also present at that counsel. His unruly behavior led to a war in heaven, and his subsequent expulsion. Regarding your comment to Blaine, Judy...Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imaginationI would respectfully disagree, as I believe there is plenty of evidence recorded in the Bible of the pre-existence.Judy Taylor wrote: Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon...PerryFrom: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TTDate: Tue, 24 May 2005 06:38:17 -0700Charles Perry Locke wrote:Dave, Christians consider angels and humans to be two distinct types of created beings.DAVEH: Yes, I understand that. Yet, it seems Paul is telling us that it is difficult (if not impossible) to tell us (mortals) apart from angels.Correct me if I am wrong, but don't mormons consider angels to be either pre-mortal or post-mortal humans? For example, don't mormons consider Michael (the archangel) also to have been a human at one point...was it Adam? Hasn't he also been considered to be the mormon god the father? So, basically, one being can be spirit, angel, human, or god at various times. Am I right on this?DAVEH: You are somewhat close.Perry -- ~~~ Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.langlitz.com ~~~ If you wish to receive things I find interesting, I maintain six email lists... JOKESTER, OPINIONS, LDS, STUFF, MOTORCYCLE and CLIPS. __Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Small Business - Try our new Resources site!
RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin
Are you enjoying your politically irrelevant rants Lance? First you say we should forgive all debts against the USA, then you make remarks that we are going to go bankrupt because of the debts, etc. The Bible says lend and do not ask in return. That's basically what we do. We don't worry about. I'm sorry you lose sleep over it. Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 4:05 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I understand that monies owed the US total 3 trillion. The 'debt' owed the US by Europe, Canada and, many other parts of the globe for it's aid in both dollars and lives is incalculable. This issue though connected, needs to be evaluated separately from the current state of affairs in your country. Jesus' Gospel of the inbreaking of the reign of God excludes nothing. The Gospel of the kingdom (Lk 16) suggests that cultural and, political awareness are imperative. The privatization of the gospel (personal salvation to the exclusion of all else) is a shortcoming. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 16:38 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin 'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? A red herring is an argument that distracts the audience from the issue in question by introducing some irrelevancy. Your speculation that my father is not culturally connected is irrelevant to the topic. Judy picked up on your subject-change, and I agreed with her: you seemed to be dodging the question. CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Well, this is what Judy said (and what I encouraged you to answer): Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt And your response was: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. You did not answer Judy's post. You brought up something irrelevant, and ignored the merits of her argument. My father's cultural awareness has nothing to do with Judy's point. Judy's post is still unanswered. Blessings, Christine --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy. Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Why? By osmosis she
RE: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
The constant slurs such as grade school tactics.your PhD and all.I am better than you. Who is looking childish here? Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Judy Taylor Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 2:51 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:44:36 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In you statment below, you initiate your discussion with falsehood -- the claim that I am confused and you are not. Grade school combat tactics. Just plain silly. Why did Bill leave -- and probably Caroline and Debbie? They got of the tactic win at all costs. You , especially, have potential, what with your eduational backgroudn (PhD and all). But you argue like a school kid. Here's the probelm, John -- I am better than you. Aaahh, no you're not ? YES I AM AM !!!' No you're not. Yes I am too. Where would Bill, Caroline Debbie find such a tactic? David M checks in sporadically and obviously doesn't have time to read a lot of what is posted to the list. IMO they left because they probably felt that their own contribution was not appreciated as they would have liked. And why do you go on and on about the Phd thing. I never think about it and DavidM never speaks of it. If he is smart - good for him but he has never made me feel any less. May be your own inferiority complex JD and that wouldn't be from the Lord.
RE: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin
Perhaps asking the Lord to give you a new heart would be even better? (Sin is sin, excessive or not.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 5:09 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin For any 'line-crossing' on my part as to the Miller's deux, I acknowledge so doing and, I apoligize. I shall have a word with myself on the matter of excess. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 04:56 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Shameful? You have got to be kidding JD. Just what was done to the two from Canada that was shameful? I'd call the slams against Christine's father and the continual slurs against her mental ability and character a much greater problem. What she writes is not taken seriously because she is DavidM's daughter and you never let her forget it for a moment because of hisPhd and all that.Let's stop, count to ten and rethink this thing. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:48:41 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, she sure won't get treated as shamefully as the two from Canada - so you might be right. From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy
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America hutzpa! J From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Deegan Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 6:05 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin She is more resilient! Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And that would demonstrate...? - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 24, 2005 19:44 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:50 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy. Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Why? By osmosis she just might, via her peers, assimilate some cultural awareness. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 07:02 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. So you don't believe he has a spiritual gifting? This reflects more upon where you are than whether or not he is used by God in this dimension. Also you are doubletalking. You just got through calling Christine a carbon copy of her dad - so why would she need to be briefing him IYO? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 06:51:05 -0400 Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. From: Judy Taylor Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 04:35:15 -0400 Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: Mr. Rogers says (from the neighborhood in the sky) 'hey kids, can we say seven trillion, nine hundred and thirty-seven billion?' Bankruptcy awaits. From: Kevin Deegan First you must have one. Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Why would we be? We are not invading countries to build an empire. From: ShieldsFamily I'm sure you and Canada are not being judged for anything at all. How lovely for you. Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir You,
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Just be glad Im not in control of the black box on a big PMS day. J Beirut and Somalia were not wars the last I heardjust terrorists acting normal for themselves. (Funny how they dont bother Canada; I wonder why they like you so much?) Korea and VietNam were called on account of getting tired of war when we didnt want to escalate it (ie: nuke em.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 5:21 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Izzy proclaims triumphally ' we could have nuked them all'. Please let us know should you find yourself in a decision making capacity with regard such. You slipped out of commenting on 'Korea, Viet Nam, Beirut and Somalia'. Other than a retort, do you wish to address each? Comparing these to WWII just won't work...will it? - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 19:36 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin You only wish. Shame on you. It must be nice to be protected enough that you can sit everything out while sitting in judgment over the one who keeps your sorry self safe. We could have nuked them all, but chose not to. (Remember the USSR? Remember the Taliban running Afghanistan? Remember Hussein running Iraq?) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 11:01 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Ah but, that was 60 years ago. Remember Korea, Viet Nam, Beirut, Somaliasoon to be Iraq? Ahhh that the glory days of the empire might return! Paper tiger has taken on new meaning. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 12:56 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin PS And who would be able to stop us---Canada (Or maybe France, who is brave at eating, drinking, and making love, but cant surrender fast enough when an enemy comes at them. We saved their lilly white behinds in WWII and should have taken over the country to get some red blood in there. But, there you go, we prefer freedomeven to be cowards.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 10:18 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm sorry to hear that the 'state of the nation' (yours) causes you such distress. You won't need gas for the rest of the trip as it's all down hill from here. What sort of fantasy world do you military types live in?. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 12:11 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Big talk from a guy that America could run overtake in 5 minutes. In fact America could own the world if brute power were all that mattered to us, as you seem to think. Fortunately for you and the rest of the world, America loves freedom for all. Even badmouths. Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 2:44 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin National debt anyone? They, it'd seem own you. The nations to watch are China India. Apart from it's weaponry, the good old US of A pretty much produces nothing. Sorry, agriculture is still a factor, globally. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 23, 2005 22:31 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Ohhh, that! Yup. Thats why we now own France, Japan, and most of the rest of the world. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Monday, May 23, 2005 10:41 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Why would we be? We are not invading countries to build an empire. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 23, 2005 11:57 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk]
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And who were you expecting to exit? Iz From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 6:19 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I await the 'exit interviews'. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 08:04 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin She is more resilient! Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And that would demonstrate...? - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 24, 2005 19:44 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:50 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy. Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Why? By osmosis she just might, via her peers, assimilate some cultural awareness. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 07:02 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. So you don't believe he has a spiritual gifting? This reflects more upon where you are than whether or not he is used by God in this dimension. Also you are doubletalking. You just got through calling Christine a carbon copy of her dad - so why would she need to be briefing him IYO? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 06:51:05 -0400 Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. From: Judy Taylor Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 04:35:15 -0400 Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: Mr. Rogers says (from the neighborhood in the sky) 'hey kids, can we say seven trillion, nine hundred and thirty-seven billion?' Bankruptcy awaits. From: Kevin Deegan First you must have one. Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Why would we be? We
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Terry Clifton Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 6:25 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation Dave Hansen wrote: DAVEH: LOLHow can anybody misspell g's name! ;-) Ooops.sorry for the lack of substance in this post, JD. We all mizsepll words at times. I even spelled of as uv once. It is just that John seems to have perfected the proceedure. Either that, or his spell checker is posessed by demons. Terry Righto, Terry. Just some are funnier typos than others. J Izzy --
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So do I. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:42 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Yes, I do see your point and I do agree. But the Bible speaks to be understood, and it is written to inform us. We must interpret, that's true, just as I must interpret your post when I read it. The Bible is very clear on what it means to be a child of God and a brother of Jesus. It requires interpretation to communicate at all, but when something is stated blankly (John 1:12), how much spin can we add before we are misinterpreting? Perhaps I could have said misinterpret instead of disregard, but I do believe the Mormons are genuinely ignoring the Bible's stance on this one. Blessings! --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. One need only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. Agreed? - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we receive His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]? Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, Here am I, send me, and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: David Miller Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400 DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their
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Who said you're not discerning? Whoops, that'd be me. Now I need to take it back. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:49 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... I meant a christian not a proto OrthLance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: To name just one, Bart Ehrman - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 13:19 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... Who?Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Genesis and Job comments are supported by some commentators. - Original Message - From: Dave Hansen To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 10:29 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS... DAVEH: No JudyI am not kidding, though I may have chosen better words (counsel) to describe it. When God spoke as recorded in Genesis (1:26), he seemed to be discussing the creation with others..And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness:I believe this was directly (and pretty much literally) a reference as to what was said at that planning session, or counsel. Job also referred to such a meeting (1:6)...Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan came also among themwhich also addresses Kevin's comment carrying negative connotations.And Satan was a committee member!.Yes, I believe Satan was also present at that counsel. His unruly behavior led to a war in heaven, and his subsequent expulsion. Regarding your comment to Blaine, Judy...Blaine scripture teaches nothing about any pre-existence so it is all a figment of someone's imaginationI would respectfully disagree, as I believe there is plenty of evidence recorded in the Bible of the pre-existence.Judy Taylor wrote: Planning sessions? Tell me you are kidding DaveH ... Like God is a committee and needs input? Also my Bible says that the Holy Spirit is the executor of the will of the Father and the Word who became the Son. jt On Wed, 25 May 2005 00:06:20 -0700 Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: FWIW.I agree with what you explained below, Blaine. But I've always thought LDS theology allows that Adam was a God in the pre-mortal existence, inasmuch as he was one of the key players (as you indicated below) who sat in on the planning sessions (so to speak) of the plan of salvation, and then was a/the pivotal character in implementing the gospel. Is that how you understand Adam's role/status, Blaine? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Blaine: I guess I just can't resist breaking into an interesting conversation!! Perry you are wrong when you say Mormons believe Adam was both God-the-Father and Michael in the pre-existance. It is clear and consistent in all Mormon doctrinal treatesies on this subject that 1) The man Adam was Michael the archangel in the pre-existence, 2) that Michael was third in order of authority in the pre-existence. Both the Father and the Son were above Michael in authority. Michael was the executive of the will of the Father and the Son, you might say. In a message dated 5/24/2005 8:01:49 AM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Dave, If I am "somewhat close", can you tell me the part I am wrong about? You always say if I want to know what mormons believe, ask a mormon...PerryFrom: Dave Hansen [EMAIL PROTECTED]Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method
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Yes, I am. Thanks for asking. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:49 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Are you enjoying your politically irrelevant rants Lance? First you say we should forgive all debts against the USA, then you make remarks that we are going to go bankrupt because of the debts, etc. The Bible says lend and do not ask in return. That's basically what we do. We don't worry about. I'm sorry you lose sleep over it. Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 4:05 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I understand that monies owed the US total 3 trillion. The 'debt' owed the US by Europe, Canada and, many other parts of the globe for it's aid in both dollars and lives is incalculable. This issue though connected, needs to be evaluated separately from the current state of affairs in your country. Jesus' Gospel of the inbreaking of the reign of God excludes nothing. The Gospel of the kingdom (Lk 16) suggests that cultural and, political awareness are imperative. The privatization of the gospel (personal salvation to the exclusion of all else) is a shortcoming. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 16:38 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin 'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? A red herring is an argument that distracts the audience from the issue in question by introducing some irrelevancy. Your speculation that my father is not culturally connected is irrelevant to the topic. Judy picked up on your subject-change, and I agreed with her: you seemed to be dodging the question. CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Well, this is what Judy said (and what I encouraged you to answer): Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt And your response was: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. You did not answer Judy's post. You brought up something irrelevant, and ignored the merits of her argument. My father's cultural awareness has nothing to do with Judy's point. Judy's post is still unanswered. Blessings, Christine --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was
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Lance what are you referring to by this? Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 7:17 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation This exemplifies 'open structured thinking'. The Spirit of God enables such. John is exhibiting this through his recent encounter with the 'recovery of the Trinity'. - Original Message - From: David Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 08:53 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation John wrote: I am surprised at your affiliation with the Cof C (non-instrument?. Yes, non-instrument. John wrote: There is absolutely nothing that you have written that would be allowed in that sect. Jopefully you are beginning to settle down a bit and take root somewhere. Well, this was some 15 years ago and I suppose I was more pliable at the time. There actually is quite a bit of agreement that I have with CofC. They do not believe that a congregation should have a name that sets it apart from other congregations. They do not believe in denominations. They do not believe in setting up one man as a pastor over the congregation, but rather that elders should oversee the church. They believe in the idea that the church needs restoration back toward something like the primitive church had, rather than evolving into something very different. On all these points, I have found agreement. The areas where we get into trouble is their hermeneutic concerning the silence of Scripture, and in their rejection of the Pentecostal experience for today. I have to admit that I have grown in a way that I probably could not function in too many of the CofC's, but I do not regret my limited association with them in the past. Incidentally, I was later involved with a congregation that merged with a CofC, but these CofC people were wounded by elders in another CofC and were much more pliable to changing in their ways. They quickly accepted musical instruments as a valid way of worship, and they readily recognized the problems with the silence of Scripture hermeneutic. The Pentecostal gifts of the Holy Spirit were received by most of them, but a few of them resisted that, and some eventually left because of the issues of faith, healing, and the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Peace be with you. David Miller. -- 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. -- 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.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
That is what i have been trying to tell them for years! By the way yes it is shocking isn't it.Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htmWhat a wakeup call. I followed this link and foundthis:JESUS CHRIST:LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohimand one of his wives, the spirit brother of Luciferthe devil.So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus wasmy brother: Romans 8:29, "For whom he did foreknow, healso did predestinate to be conformed to the image ofhis Son, that he might be the firstborn among manybrethren." Paul is clearly talking about our adoptionby God the Father, who becomes our Father when we"receive" His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier inverse 19: "For as many as are led by the Spirit ofGod, they are the sons of God." Lucifer is not led byGod's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God'sSpirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard theBible. Blessings,Christine--- Kevin Deegan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, "Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]?" Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, "Here am I, send me," and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: "David Miller" Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400 DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum. TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raise objections or questions concerning what is being said. The goal is learning and getting a better undertanding of both what we believe and what others believe. Dave Hansen is LDS Mormon and he has as much right here as anybody else to teach or post his views. In like manner, his teachings will be examined and questioned by others. This is the nature of the forum. I would not say that it is a "no win situation" just because a person's viewpoint is criticized in this forum. If you share your views, expect some examination and perhaps criticism if someone thinks that the viewpoint deserves such. Now in regards to the question of why DaveH is here. I have read both Dave and Perry's exchange on this, and personally I find Dave's reasons for being here consistent. He has an interest in knowing what Protestants believe and why. He interacts with us, and in doing so, is questioned about his beliefs. He responds to such questions in a way that he is comfortable. Often the exchange hits a dead end, and some TruthTalk members get frustrated with that (me included), but I don't think that means that his reasons for being here are not being stated properly. Some have interpreted him to be implying that he wants to become a Protestant if he hears good answers for what Protestants believe, but I have never understood him that way.
Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin
Do you ever think before writing? Sorry, that's a rhetorical question. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:55 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Perhaps asking the Lord to give you a new heart would be even better? (Sin is sin, excessive or not.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 5:09 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin For any 'line-crossing' on my part as to the Miller's deux, I acknowledge so doing and, I apoligize. I shall have a word with myself on the matter of excess. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 04:56 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Shameful? You have got to be kidding JD. Just what was done to the two from Canada that was shameful? I'd call the slams against Christine's father and the continual slurs against her mental ability and character a much greater problem. What she writes is not taken seriously because she is DavidM's daughter and you never let her forget it for a moment because of hisPhd and all that.Let's stop, count to ten and rethink this thing. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:48:41 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, she sure won't get treated as shamefully as the two from Canada - so you might be right. From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy
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You 'feebed' out on this but, we'll give you a pass bein' tired and all. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:57 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Just be glad Im not in control of the black box on a big PMS day. J Beirut and Somalia were not wars the last I heardjust terrorists acting normal for themselves. (Funny how they dont bother Canada; I wonder why they like you so much?) Korea and VietNam were called on account of getting tired of war when we didnt want to escalate it (ie: nuke em.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 5:21 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Izzy proclaims triumphally ' we could have nuked them all'. Please let us know should you find yourself in a decision making capacity with regard such. You slipped out of commenting on 'Korea, Viet Nam, Beirut and Somalia'. Other than a retort, do you wish to address each? Comparing these to WWII just won't work...will it? - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 19:36 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin You only wish. Shame on you. It must be nice to be protected enough that you can sit everything out while sitting in judgment over the one who keeps your sorry self safe. We could have nuked them all, but chose not to. (Remember the USSR? Remember the Taliban running Afghanistan? Remember Hussein running Iraq?) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 11:01 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Ah but, that was 60 years ago. Remember Korea, Viet Nam, Beirut, Somaliasoon to be Iraq? Ahhh that the glory days of the empire might return! Paper tiger has taken on new meaning. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 12:56 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin PS And who would be able to stop us---Canada (Or maybe France, who is brave at eating, drinking, and making love, but cant surrender fast enough when an enemy comes at them. We saved their lilly white behinds in WWII and should have taken over the country to get some red blood in there. But, there you go, we prefer freedomeven to be cowards.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 10:18 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm sorry to hear that the 'state of the nation' (yours) causes you such distress. You won't need gas for the rest of the trip as it's all down hill from here. What sort of fantasy world do you military types live in?. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 12:11 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Big talk from a guy that America could run overtake in 5 minutes. In fact America could own the world if brute power were all that mattered to us, as you seem to think. Fortunately for you and the rest of the world, America loves freedom for all. Even badmouths. Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 2:44 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re:
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YOU, for the 4th or 5th time! - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:58 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin And who were you expecting to exit? Iz From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 6:19 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I await the 'exit interviews'. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 08:04 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin She is more resilient!Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And that would demonstrate...?- Original Message - From: "ShieldsFamily" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 24, 2005 19:44Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:50 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: Howso, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've doneso we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price forsomething or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy. Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:Why? By osmosis she just might, via her peers, assimilate some cultural awareness. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 07:02 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. So you don't believe he has a spiritual gifting? This reflects more upon where you are than whether or not he is used by God in this dimension. Also you are doubletalking. You just got through calling Christine a carbon copy of her dad - so why would she need to be briefing him IYO? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 06:51:05 -0400 "Lance Muir" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. From: Judy Taylor Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the
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Enjoy yourself. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:10 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Yes, I am. Thanks for asking. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:49 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Are you enjoying your politically irrelevant rants Lance? First you say we should forgive all debts against the USA, then you make remarks that we are going to go bankrupt because of the debts, etc. The Bible says lend and do not ask in return. That's basically what we do. We don't worry about. I'm sorry you lose sleep over it. Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 4:05 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I understand that monies owed the US total 3 trillion. The 'debt' owed the US by Europe, Canada and, many other parts of the globe for it's aid in both dollars and lives is incalculable. This issue though connected, needs to be evaluated separately from the current state of affairs in your country. Jesus' Gospel of the inbreaking of the reign of God excludes nothing. The Gospel of the kingdom (Lk 16) suggests that cultural and, political awareness are imperative. The privatization of the gospel (personal salvation to the exclusion of all else) is a shortcoming. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 16:38 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin 'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? A red herring is an argument that distracts the audience from the issue in question by introducing some irrelevancy. Your speculation that my father is not culturally connected is irrelevant to the topic. Judy picked up on your subject-change, and I agreed with her: you seemed to be dodging the question. CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Well, this is what Judy said (and what I encouraged you to answer): Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt And your response was: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. You did not answer Judy's post. You brought up something irrelevant, and ignored the merits of her argument. My father's cultural awareness has nothing to do with Judy's point. Judy's post is still unanswered. Blessings, Christine --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. It is a lie that you teach. You may not have a clue what is true, but rest assured through the promise revelation of Jesus Christ, we can know the TRUTH. I know the TRUTH when I see it, unlike you who could not identify it if you saw it. Postmodern Relativism is a bunch of bunk Please give me an alternate interpratation of this, should be easy: What is the "PLAIN MEANING" in your mind? John 3:36 He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. Oneneed only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plainmeaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believemight find. Agreed?- Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave usesSocratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, "For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren." Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we "receive" His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God." Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, "Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]?" Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, "Here am I, send me," and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htmCharles Perry Locke <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: "David Miller" Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400DaveH wrote:Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology onTT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes.Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance.Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum.TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us.. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raise objections or questions concerning what is being said. The goal is learning and getting a better undertanding of both what we believe and what others believe.Dave Hansen is LDS Mormon and he has as much right
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I did think about it. Did you? Did you apologize for a sin or not? If it was a sin, then being excessive about it or not is irrelevant. A sinless heart does not treat a young lady shamefully. My point is not to shame you, but to point out that the solution is to seek a sinless walk in Christ (ie: new heart), rather than a fleshly walk that excuses sin as long as it is not too excessive. What do you think? (Not a rhetorical question.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:11 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Do you ever think before writing? Sorry, that's a rhetorical question. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:55 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Perhaps asking the Lord to give you a new heart would be even better? (Sin is sin, excessive or not.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 5:09 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin For any 'line-crossing' on my part as to the Miller's deux, I acknowledge so doing and, I apoligize. I shall have a word with myself on the matter of excess. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 04:56 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Shameful? You have got to be kidding JD. Just what was done to the two from Canada that was shameful? I'd call the slams against Christine's father and the continual slurs against her mental ability and character a much greater problem. What she writes is not taken seriously because she is DavidM's daughter and you never let her forget it for a moment because of hisPhd and all that.Let's stop, count to ten and rethink this thing. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:48:41 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, she sure won't get treated as shamefully as the two from Canada - so you might be right. From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy
RE: [TruthTalk] Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Bingo! Departed Ressurected "gods" Just waiting on their bodies. Oh where o where can my Body be? My Body lies over the ocean?ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So you believe angels are departed human beings? Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 8:19 PMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT In a message dated 5/23/2005 11:15:18 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: Perhaps.Heb 13:1ShieldsFamily wrote:Has anyone on TT actually seen an angel? Izzy BLAINE: I have been very very busy lately, so have not even been reading most of the posts. Sorry if I have not answered some of your queries. In answer to your question, Izzy, I have to say NO! I have never seen an angel. BUT--about a year or so after my wife and I were married civally, we began taking a church-sponsored class to help us prepare for being sealed together in the Salt Lake Temple. On the evening that we finished the class, the teacher provided punch and cookies, and as we were sitting around drinking the punch and eating the cookies, in the teacher's basement, I suddenly became aware that a woman was standing directly in front of me. I could only sense her presence, so don't ask me how I knew it was a woman--I just knewthat it was a her, not a him. She stood there for a moment, and it came through to me that she was one of my immediate ancestors, a woman born in Norway, who had been active in converting her husband and family to Mormonism, and that she was there to show her approval of what we were in process of doing. I said nothing, just sat there taking it all in. Later that same night, my wife asked me, "Could you feel that there was an angel present in the room at the teacher's house tonight?" I said "YES!" She was one of my relatives!"I was amazed she had experienced the same thing, yet neither of us had spokenof it at the time. That is the closest I have ever come to seeing an angel, Izzy. Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - You care about security. So do we.
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Sorry youre tired. Have a nice nap. Iz From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:12 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin You 'feebed' out on this but, we'll give you a pass bein' tired and all. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:57 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Just be glad Im not in control of the black box on a big PMS day. J Beirut and Somalia were not wars the last I heardjust terrorists acting normal for themselves. (Funny how they dont bother Canada; I wonder why they like you so much?) Korea and VietNam were called on account of getting tired of war when we didnt want to escalate it (ie: nuke em.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 5:21 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Izzy proclaims triumphally ' we could have nuked them all'. Please let us know should you find yourself in a decision making capacity with regard such. You slipped out of commenting on 'Korea, Viet Nam, Beirut and Somalia'. Other than a retort, do you wish to address each? Comparing these to WWII just won't work...will it? - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 19:36 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin You only wish. Shame on you. It must be nice to be protected enough that you can sit everything out while sitting in judgment over the one who keeps your sorry self safe. We could have nuked them all, but chose not to. (Remember the USSR? Remember the Taliban running Afghanistan? Remember Hussein running Iraq?) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 11:01 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Ah but, that was 60 years ago. Remember Korea, Viet Nam, Beirut, Somaliasoon to be Iraq? Ahhh that the glory days of the empire might return! Paper tiger has taken on new meaning. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 12:56 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin PS And who would be able to stop us---Canada (Or maybe France, who is brave at eating, drinking, and making love, but cant surrender fast enough when an enemy comes at them. We saved their lilly white behinds in WWII and should have taken over the country to get some red blood in there. But, there you go, we prefer freedomeven to be cowards.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 10:18 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm sorry to hear that the 'state of the nation' (yours) causes you such distress. You won't need gas for the rest of the trip as it's all down hill from here. What sort of fantasy world do you military types live in?. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 12:11 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Big talk from a guy that America could run overtake in 5 minutes. In fact America could own the world if brute power were all that mattered to us, as you seem to think. Fortunately for you and the rest of the world, America loves freedom for all. Even badmouths. Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 2:44 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin National debt anyone? They, it'd seem own you. The nations to watch are China India. Apart from it's weaponry, the good old US of A pretty much produces nothing. Sorry, agriculture is still a factor, globally. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 23, 2005 22:31
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Im just like a bad penny. From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:13 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin YOU, for the 4th or 5th time! - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:58 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin And who were you expecting to exit? Iz From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 6:19 AM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I await the 'exit interviews'. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 08:04 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin She is more resilient! Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: And that would demonstrate...? - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 24, 2005 19:44 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance Muir Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 12:50 PM To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: Christine Miller <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote: Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy. Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Why? By osmosis she just might, via her peers, assimilate some cultural awareness. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 24, 2005 07:02 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Lance I find it curious that no matter what the subject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back to something critical of David Miller. So you don't believe he has a spiritual gifting? This reflects more upon where you are than whether or not he is used by God in this dimension. Also you are doubletalking. You just got through calling Christine a carbon copy of her dad - so why would she need to be briefing him IYO? jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 06:51:05 -0400 Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>writes: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. From: Judy Taylor Have you also tallied up third world debt? Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if
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According to Lance's Narnia Theory of Interpretation and Post Modern Biblical Relativism, we can never really know what Lanceis trying to communicate!Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, I do see your point and I do agree. But the Biblespeaks to be understood, and it is written to informus. We must interpret, that's true, just as I mustinterpret your post when I read it. The Bible is very clear on what it means to be a childof God and a brother of Jesus. It requiresinterpretation to communicate at all, but whensomething is stated blankly (John 1:12), how much spincan we add before we are misinterpreting? Perhaps Icould have said "misinterpret" instead of "disregard,"but I do believe the Mormons are genuinely ignoringthe Bible's stance on this one. Blessings!--- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. One need only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. Agreed? - Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To:Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, "For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren." Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we "receive" His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God." Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, "Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]?" Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, "Here am I, send me," and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: "David Miller" Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400 DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum. TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and
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If it was not for the US Lance would be speaking the Dutch right now! Heil Left Wing Ideolog'sShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Are you enjoying your politically irrelevant rants Lance? First you say weshould forgive all debts against the USA, then you make remarks that we aregoing to go bankrupt because of the debts, etc. The Bible says lend and donot ask in return. That's basically what we do. We don't worry about. I'msorry you lose sleep over it. Izzy-Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED][mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 4:05 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sinI understand that monies owed the US total 3 trillion. The 'debt' owed theUS by Europe, Canada and, many other parts of the globe for it's aid in bothdollars and lives is incalculable. This issue though connected, needs to beevaluated separately from the current state of affairs in your country.Jesus' Gospel of the inbreaking of the reign of God excludes nothing. TheGospel of the kingdom (Lk 16) suggests that cultural and, politicalawareness are imperative. The privatization of the gospel (personalsalvation to the exclusion of all else) is a shortcoming.- Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 24, 2005 16:38Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin 'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? A red herring is an argument that distracts the audience from the issue in question by introducing some irrelevancy. Your speculation that my father is not culturally connected is irrelevant to the topic. Judy picked up on your subject-change, and I agreed with her: you seemed to be dodging the question. CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Well, this is what Judy said (and what I encouraged you to answer): Have you also tallied up third world debt?Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt And your response was: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. You did not answer Judy's post. You brought up something irrelevant, and ignored the merits of her argument. My father's cultural awareness has nothing to do with Judy's point. Judy's post is still unanswered. Blessings, Christine --- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring.- Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote:Lance I find it curious that no matter what thesubject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussionback tosomething critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our foreign neighbors. You imply that if only my father or myself KNEW the popular, anti-American sentiments of today, we would then have no choice but to agree. Now, why don't you answer Judy's response about someone always paying the price? Her point was excellent and I have a feeling that is why you reverted to a logical fallacy. Blessings, Christine PS- My father is not culturally unaware. He is my best friend. You speak of him as if he were barely human, and you seem to scorn the Lord's annointing on him. --- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Why? By osmosis she just might, via her
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Wise in your own conceit? Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Do you ever think before writing? Sorry, that's a rhetorical question. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:55 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Perhaps asking the Lord to give you a new heart would be even better? (Sin is sin, excessive or not.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 5:09 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin For any 'line-crossing' on my part as to the Miller's deux, I acknowledge so doing and, I apoligize. I shall have a word with myself on the matter of excess. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 04:56 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Shameful? You have got to be kidding JD. Just what was done to the two from Canada that was shameful? I'd call the slams against Christine's father and the continual slurs against her mental ability and character a much greater problem. What she writes is not taken seriously because she is DavidM's daughter and you never let her forget it for a moment because of hisPhd and all that.Let's stop, count to ten and rethink this thing. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:48:41 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, she sure won't get treated as shamefully as the two from Canada - so you might be right. From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy __Do You Yahoo!?Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Ask a Mormon. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 15:28 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. It is a lie that you teach. You may not have a clue what is true, but rest assured through the promise revelation of Jesus Christ, we can know the TRUTH. I know the TRUTH when I see it, unlike you who could not identify it if you saw it. Postmodern Relativism is a bunch of bunk Please give me an alternate interpratation of this, should be easy: What is the "PLAIN MEANING" in your mind? John 3:36 He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him.Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. Oneneed only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plainmeaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believemight find. Agreed?- Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave usesSocratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, "For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren." Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we "receive" His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God." Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, "Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]?" Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, "Here am I, send me," and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: "David Miller" Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400 DaveH wrote:Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to
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That's apparent. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 15:32 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT According to Lance's Narnia Theory of Interpretation and Post Modern Biblical Relativism, we can never really know what Lanceis trying to communicate!Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, I do see your point and I do agree. But the Biblespeaks to be understood, and it is written to informus. We must interpret, that's true, just as I mustinterpret your post when I read it. The Bible is very clear on what it means to be a childof God and a brother of Jesus. It requiresinterpretation to communicate at all, but whensomething is stated blankly (John 1:12), how much spincan we add before we are misinterpreting? Perhaps Icould have said "misinterpret" instead of "disregard,"but I do believe the Mormons are genuinely ignoringthe Bible's stance on this one. Blessings!--- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. One need only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. Agreed? - Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To:Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, "For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren." Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we "receive" His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God." Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, "Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]?" Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, "Here am I, send me," and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: "David Miller" Reply-To:
Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin
In which branch did you serve? - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 15:34 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin If it was not for the US Lance would be speaking the Dutch right now! Heil Left Wing Ideolog'sShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Are you enjoying your politically irrelevant rants Lance? First you say weshould forgive all debts against the USA, then you make remarks that we aregoing to go bankrupt because of the debts, etc. The Bible says lend and donot ask in return. That's basically what we do. We don't worry about. I'msorry you lose sleep over it. Izzy-Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED][mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 4:05 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sinI understand that monies owed the US total 3 trillion. The 'debt' owed theUS by Europe, Canada and, many other parts of the globe for it's aid in bothdollars and lives is incalculable. This issue though connected, needs to beevaluated separately from the current state of affairs in your country.Jesus' Gospel of the inbreaking of the reign of God excludes nothing. TheGospel of the kingdom (Lk 16) suggests that cultural and, politicalawareness are imperative. The privatization of the gospel (personalsalvation to the exclusion of all else) is a shortcoming.- Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>To:Sent: May 24, 2005 16:38Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin 'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? A red herring is an argument that distracts the audience from the issue in question by introducing some irrelevancy. Your speculation that my father is not culturally connected is irrelevant to the topic. Judy picked up on your subject-change, and I agreed with her: you seemed to be dodging the question. CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Well, this is what Judy said (and what I encouraged you to answer): Have you also tallied up third world debt?Money owed the US by other nations, and the cost of Canada's irresponsibility the times they opted out and reaped the benefits anyway? Someone always pays the price... It is hopelessly naive to think that if noone does anything - things will right themselves. Would Europe be Western today if Charles Martel had not beaten back the Islamic hoard when they got to Spain? jt And your response was: The vortex of the whirlpool awaits. Why not ask 'the prophet' if he sees connections where you and Iz do not? He just might surprize you. If he did, by the by then, he'd really surprize me! I believe him to be largely culturally disconnected. I trust that Christine briefs him when she's home. You did not answer Judy's post. You brought up something irrelevant, and ignored the merits of her argument. My father's cultural awareness has nothing to do with Judy's point. Judy's post is still unanswered. Blessings, Christine --- Lance Muir <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: CM asks of me:'Lanceisn't 'that'(?) a red herring?' LM responds: How so, Christine? CM asserts that I equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. LM asks:Using the context of my post kindly demonstrate this assertion. Further, CM asserts that I equate knowledge and belief. I do not. I did however, suggest a viewing of The Corporation together. When you've done so we might then have a discussion. CM suggests that Jt refers to something about paying the price for something or other. Kindly explain along with the logical fallacy I fell prey to. Well done young lady. You have the fancy footwork of your father. You may have a career in the ring. - Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: May 24, 2005 14:35 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin JT wrote:Lance I find it curious that no matter what thesubject you are ALWAYS able to revert the discussion back tosomething critical of David Miller. Judy asserts an interesting point there, Lance. Isn't that called a red herring? Also, you seem to equate cultural awareness with cultural brainwashing. I am not persuaded by the elite media, nor the liberalism of our
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If the young lady can't stand the heat (she can by the way) then she'd be wise to depart the kitchen (she didn't). Like 'sweetface', she's in the process of getting an education. One day she'll hang out her 'shingle' and charge big bucks for knowing stuff other people don't. YOU ought to be charging" You write as if omniscient. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 15:28 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin I did think about it. Did you? Did you apologize for a sin or not? If it was a sin, then being excessive about it or not is irrelevant. A sinless heart does not treat a young lady shamefully. My point is not to shame you, but to point out that the solution is to seek a sinless walk in Christ (ie: new heart), rather than a fleshly walk that excuses sin as long as it is not too excessive. What do you think? (Not a rhetorical question.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 1:11 PMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Do you ever think before writing? Sorry, that's a rhetorical question. - Original Message - From: ShieldsFamily To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 14:55 Subject: [Bulk] RE: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Perhaps asking the Lord to give you a new heart would be even better? (Sin is sin, excessive or not.) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lance MuirSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 5:09 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin For any 'line-crossing' on my part as to the Miller's deux, I acknowledge so doing and, I apoligize. I shall have a word with myself on the matter of excess. - Original Message - From: Judy Taylor To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Cc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 04:56 Subject: [Bulk] [TruthTalk] What is sin Shameful? You have got to be kidding JD. Just what was done to the two from Canada that was shameful? I'd call the slams against Christine's father and the continual slurs against her mental ability and character a much greater problem. What she writes is not taken seriously because she is DavidM's daughter and you never let her forget it for a moment because of hisPhd and all that.Let's stop, count to ten and rethink this thing. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:48:41 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, she sure won't get treated as shamefully as the two from Canada - so you might be right. From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy
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Do you think it is possible to know the truth from the Word, Lance? And if so, don't we have a responsibility to that truth? Blessings! --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's apparent. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 15:32 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT According to Lance's Narnia Theory of Interpretation and Post Modern Biblical Relativism, we can never really know what Lance is trying to communicate! Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, I do see your point and I do agree. But the Bible speaks to be understood, and it is written to inform us. We must interpret, that's true, just as I must interpret your post when I read it. The Bible is very clear on what it means to be a child of God and a brother of Jesus. It requires interpretation to communicate at all, but when something is stated blankly (John 1:12), how much spin can we add before we are misinterpreting? Perhaps I could have said misinterpret instead of disregard, but I do believe the Mormons are genuinely ignoring the Bible's stance on this one. Blessings! --- Lance Muir wrote: Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. One need only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. Agreed? - Original Message - From: Christine Miller To: Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we receive His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]? Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, Here am I, send me, and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his
Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Yes yes. Don't YOU think it is possible that some who KNOW the Truth (Jesus) articulate the truth (scripture) incorrectly? What's the deal with that? - Original Message - From: Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 16:08 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Do you think it is possible to know the truth from the Word, Lance? And if so, don't we have a responsibility to that truth? Blessings! --- Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: That's apparent. - Original Message - From: Kevin Deegan To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 15:32 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT According to Lance's Narnia Theory of Interpretation and Post Modern Biblical Relativism, we can never really know what Lance is trying to communicate! Christine Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yes, I do see your point and I do agree. But the Bible speaks to be understood, and it is written to inform us. We must interpret, that's true, just as I must interpret your post when I read it. The Bible is very clear on what it means to be a child of God and a brother of Jesus. It requires interpretation to communicate at all, but when something is stated blankly (John 1:12), how much spin can we add before we are misinterpreting? Perhaps I could have said misinterpret instead of disregard, but I do believe the Mormons are genuinely ignoring the Bible's stance on this one. Blessings! --- Lance Muir wrote: Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. One need only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. Agreed? - Original Message - From: Christine Miller To: Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we receive His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]? Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, Here am I, send me, and agreed to
Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
What is it with this "PhD" thing you got going on, Izzy. Over the past, say, five months -- how many tinmes have I mentioned it? Threetimes, or four ?? The last time was to set up the fact that David is eduacted and, therefore, able to carry on discussions without first becoming personal. Nothing wrong with that. If you really can't read -- exit the kitchen. The mess you cook up could be quite unhealthy. JD-Original Message-From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSent: Wed, 25 May 2005 13:53:03 -0500Subject: RE: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation The constant slurs such as grade school tactics.your PhD and all.I am better than you. Who is looking childish here? Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Judy TaylorSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 2:51 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgCc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:44:36 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In you statment below, you initiate your "discussion" with falsehood -- the claim that I am confused and you are not. Grade school combat tactics. Just plain silly. Why did Bill leave -- and probably Caroline and Debbie? They got of the tactic "win at all costs." You , especially, have potential, what with your eduational backgroudn (PhD and all). But you argue like a school kid. "Here's the probelm, John -- I am better than you." "Aaahh, no you're not ?" "YES I AM AM !!!' " No you're not." "Yes I am too." Where would Bill, Caroline Debbie find such a tactic? David M checks in sporadically and obviously doesn't have time to read a lot of what is posted to the list. IMO they left because they probably felt that their own contribution was not appreciated as they would have liked. And why do you go on and on about the Phd thing. I never think about it and DavidM never speaks of it. If he is smart - good for him but he has never made me feel any less. May be your own inferiority complex JD and that wouldn't be from the Lord.
Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Yes and that thoughtful believer just might be you, Christine !! Have you ever changed your mind in regards to the meaning of a particular passage? Of course you have. How do you know, then, that what you now accept is not due for change sometime in the future? Answer: you don't. This is exactly why Paul wrote I Cor 8:1-3. To know God is to have a relationship with him. JD -Original Message-From: Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSent: Wed, 25 May 2005 14:14:54 -0400Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Christine:Please! One need not disregard the Bible to believe anything. One need only disregard your interpretation. What you find to be the plain meaning of something is not necessarily what another thoughtful believe might find. Agreed? - Original Message - From: "Christine Miller" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 13:36 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm What a wakeup call. I followed this link and found this: JESUS CHRIST: LDS--A created being, the first spirit child of Elohim and one of his wives, the spirit brother of Lucifer the devil. So Jesus and Satan are BROTHERS? I thought Jesus was my brother: Romans 8:29, "For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren." Paul is clearly talking about our adoption by God the Father, who becomes our Father when we "receive" His son (John 1:12) when he says earlier in verse 19: "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God." Lucifer is not led by God's Spirit. He is engages in warfare against God's Spirit. And he certainly has not received Jesus. To believe these things, one must first disregard the Bible. Blessings, Christine --- Kevin Deegan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There was a significant word game going on when I first arrived on this forum. LDS using words that seemed intended to cloak the true LDS understanding. I think the christians here have a far better understanding of mormonism now then in past years There are words that are familiar to christians that have a different meaning to LDS Word Christian LDS meaning Gentile NON Jew - NON LDS angel created spirit being - ressurected man Virgin birth Gospel Fall bad -good Jesus Christ Godhead Trinity - committee composed of gods including SATAN council in heaven - The meeting in the premortal life of the Godhead and spirits designated for this earth, in which the plan of salvation was presented. http://www.lightplanet.com/mormons/basic/premortal/Council_EOM.htm At a certain point in the council, the Father asked, "Whom shall I send [as the Redeemer]?" Jesus Christ, known then as the great I AM and as Jehovah, answered, "Here am I, send me," and agreed to follow the Father's plan (Moses 4:1-4; Abr. 3:27). As a counter-measure, Lucifer offered himself and an amendment to the Father's plan of saving mankind that would not respect their agency http://www.towertotruth.net/Mormon/witnessing/terminology.htm Charles Perry Locke [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: David, Dave is smarter than you are giving him credit for being. He knows what he is doing. He is playing a word game. I have no problem with him pushing his mormon views into the discussions here...I just want him to acknowledge that is what he is doing. He is intentionally misinterpreting this as my not wanting him to espouse mormonism on the forum. That is NOT my goal. My goal is to get him to own his actions. To say he is NOT pushing mormonism, then push it anyway is disengenuous. Then, to turn it around as though I do not welcome his mormon views is a lie. Perry From: "David Miller" Reply-To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org To: Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] mormon angels. was: Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:09:31 -0400 DaveH wrote: Apparently many TTers want me to teach LDS theology on TT, yet some wish to criticize me for complying with their wishes. Seems like a no win situation, eh Lance. Let me clarify yet again what TruthTalk is all about and Dave Hansen's situation in regards to this forum. TruthTalk is meant to be a forum where people from different religions and different backgrounds can share their beliefs and teachings with the rest of us. We, in turn, can judge what they teach and examine it. We can raise objections or questions concerning what is being said. The goal is learning and getting a better undertanding of both what we believe and what
Re: [TruthTalk] Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT
Would this includemy previously happy ex wife? JD-Original Message-From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSent: Wed, 25 May 2005 13:41:18 -0500Subject: RE: [TruthTalk] Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT So you believe angels are departed human beings? Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2005 8:19 PMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: Re: [TruthTalk] Dave uses Socratic Method of Teaching LDS doctrine on TT In a message dated 5/23/2005 11:15:18 PM Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: DAVEH: Perhaps.Heb 13:1ShieldsFamily wrote:Has anyone on TT actually seen an angel? Izzy BLAINE: I have been very very busy lately, so have not even been reading most of the posts. Sorry if I have not answered some of your queries. In answer to your question, Izzy, I have to say NO! I have never seen an angel. BUT--about a year or so after my wife and I were married civally, we began taking a church-sponsored class to help us prepare for being sealed together in the Salt Lake Temple. On the evening that we finished the class, the teacher provided punch and cookies, and as we were sitting around drinking the punch and eating the cookies, in the teacher's basement, I suddenly became aware that a woman was standing directly in front of me. I could only sense her presence, so don't ask me how I knew it was a woman--I just knewthat it was a her, not a him. She stood there for a moment, and it came through to me that she was one of my immediate ancestors, a woman born in Norway, who had been active in converting her husband and family to Mormonism, and that she was there to show her approval of what we were in process of doing. I said nothing, just sat there taking it all in. Later that same night, my wife asked me, "Could you feel that there was an angel present in the room at the teacher's house tonight?" I said "YES!" She was one of my relatives!"I was amazed she had experienced the same thing, yet neither of us had spokenof it at the time. That is the closest I have ever come to seeing an angel, Izzy.
Re: [TruthTalk] What is sin
Good illustration. Tell us of your experience with blinders. Inquiring minds ---Original Message-From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSent: Wed, 25 May 2005 13:47:17 -0500Subject: RE: [TruthTalk] What is sin Exactly right, jt. When one has blinders on how do they see? (Or is it logs?) Izzy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Judy TaylorSent: Wednesday, May 25, 2005 2:57 AMTo: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgCc: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSubject: [TruthTalk] What is sin Shameful? You have got to be kidding JD. Just what was done to the two from Canada that was shameful? I'd call the slams against Christine's father and the continual slurs against her mental ability and character a much greater problem. What she writes is not taken seriously because she is DavidM's daughter and you never let her forget it for a moment because of hisPhd and all that.Let's stop, count to ten and rethink this thing. jt On Tue, 24 May 2005 22:48:41 -0400 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, she sure won't get treated as shamefully as the two from Canada - so you might be right. From: ShieldsFamily [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm betting two to one that Christine outlasts Debbie and Caroline put together. :-) Izzy
Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation
Good idea -- if their comments are accepted by the opposition. Otherwise, it will the very waste of timethey thought to excape --- I imagine. I'm all ears.. JD-Original Message-From: Lance Muir [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.orgSent: Wed, 25 May 2005 09:23:57 -0400Subject: Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation And also with you. I shall ask Caroline, Debbie, Jonathan, Bill and, Slade if they'd be open to the 'interview'. Why'd y'all leave? - Original Message - From: David Miller To: TruthTalk@mail.innglory.org Sent: May 25, 2005 09:14 Subject: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [TruthTalk] Fond Farewells- Salvation Lance wrote: I, for one, would appreciate hearing from the departed and the nearly-departed on this. Would you welcome such? Yes, I sure would welcome such. I suspect most of the answers would involve time constraints. TruthTalk has too many posts for active people to keep up. I have suggested in the past that we limit the number of posts per day, but such an idea has not been warmly welcomed by themembers here. Peace be with you.David Miller.