Do you want to know something that I find very interesting? Fundamentalists are always complaining about how the "communist" countries won't allow Christians in to spread the gospel, but at the same time the Fundy's won't let Christians into their own churches. Yes, I'm talking about the big "s" word--separation. I believe that separation from other believers is a huge weapon that Satan is using in conservative circles these days. Is there a time to differentiate between doctrine and theology, yes. But to the extent to where some can say that God cannot use these brothers and sisters to accomplish His work, I heed not.
Some of my best friends happen to be of differing denominations, mainly charismatic in background. I happen to be evangelical in my theology. Do I separate from my friends and tell them they're not welcome in my home? That would be insidious. I happen to know that my friends love the same God that I love and are preaching the same gospel. We may differ on a few issues, but I'm not going to let that stop me from having fellowship with them.
My school, which I will not mention here, happens to separate from a few very sound and orthodox mission boards. It's their loss! I've always said if they decide to separate from some entity that the entity must be doing something right! Props!
So, with all that said, love your brothers and sisters. Stand firm in what you believe, but please, I beg you, don't think you are any better than they are. It's not worth losing fellowship over! Christianity is already under attack enough as is. We need each other. Where's the love? The ground is level at the foot of the cross, Amen?
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