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I would like to join the ranks of those who would ask Ray to 
reconsider.  For myself, I knew when I subscribed that there would be 
apostolics of every stripe as members of Higher-Fire. I would urge 
all to reread Ephesians 4 where it was commanded that we endeavour to 
keep the unity of the Spirit.  Later in the same chapter it stated 
that God gave the five-fold ministry to the church so that the church 
could come to a unity of the faith.  Since we still have ministers, 
then that would suggest that we have not yet come to that place. 
Thus, it may be that there are those among us who love the Lord and 
are honestly seeking Him yet have different understandings of the 
interpretation of Scripture from us. If we think they need more 
illumination from the Lord in a particular area, then let us pray for 
them -- not castigate them or flame them. As far as being saved is 
concerned, I have met many saved people but I have yet to meet one 
absolutely perfect yet. We are still growing, brothers and sisters!!!
Speaking as a pastor, I find Ray's views and the answers others give 
to them quite instructive. This dialogue assists me in preparing 
Bible studies, etc. since many around me have questions about the 
same topics. Ray, you are actually helping me as a pastor to 
understand other viewpoints  that may differ from my own, so please 
don't stop expressing them.


That being said, I also feel that the guidelines re amount of posting 
suggested by the moderators is reasonable.  Let us, therefore, try to 
stay within these guidelines but also let us not limit those who 
honestly wish to use this medium to further their understanding of 
God, His Word, and His Church.

Reverend JD Ward, pastor
UPC Fort Frances, ON, Canada
dward@fort-frances.lakeheadu.ca
Fax 1-807-274-1552