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I believe the RCC is less controlling than the LC has been in the past 20 years, but it is heavily leavened. This is clear to all.
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This is not "so clear" to me. Have you been to Mexico? or Brazil? or to a traditional Italian family? May I suggest that life in the
FTTAnaheim is similar to life in Rome, and life in the American LC's is similar to American RCC's.
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Originally Posted by Matt
Sorry if I am not properly demonstrating these attributes. For clarity, mercy is only granted under repentance by the Lord.
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There are far too many verses about
mercy, which do not mention repentance, for this to be "clear." Here's a few ...
"Blessed are the merciful, they shall obtain mercy.
"I desire mercy, and not sacrifice.
"He who shows mercy in cheerfulness ...
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Originally Posted by Matt
I assure you that each one of us has been guilty of idolatry. No exceptions. Our hearts are dark. However, the points I have been making on this thread are about the systematic idolatry introduced and propagated by Lee. Be assured that some of it still exists, including in your locality.
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Now you are making idolatry synonymous with sin. "
All have sinned and come short ..." The aching question for me is simple, if all Christians are guilty of idolatry, then why is this an LC/LSM matter? This is like trying to convince all LC folks of sin.
We know! You don't have to tell us.
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Originally Posted by Matt
I know of at least one example there that is quite clear within your leadership.
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This is serious. Care to elaborate?