Little wonder we have no righteousness that reflects upon the corruption of this world. Must we believe according to a system, or must we believe simply because God is worthy?

Does God look upon the heart in a different light because one's confession does not pertain to a certain doctrinal position, or does God look upon the heart that is humble and obedient and that walks in the light of righteousness that reflects the corruption of this world?

I confess Jesus Christ is Lord.

Just thought I'd say g'day. Encouraging to read you both again (some fresh air).
Blessings to you and your families.

In this modern/postmodern era we have been given over to "influence" as the ruler of our ability to think for ourselves. Not withstanding the fact of and need for good and correct teaching, I sometimes wonder whether we rely too much on particular doctrinal and theological influence to interpret what God has given us to understand.

A change of perspective can often reveal outstanding insights, for you may well be wrong.

Revival of what? Christ came and preached that the Kingdom of Heaven was at hand, He didn't preach revival of the Kingdom.

JD, you are right about Pia blowing smoke for cover up, for this is exactly what Calvin did with his circular "systematic theology"...went round in so many circles to cover up that which was readily called blasphemy, and thus created so much confusion as to render the reader of his institutes to exasperated acceptance of his works. "Ahhh well, he must know what he is talking about, so I'll accept that. He was a great man, the Holy Spirit surely gave him more enlightenment to understand Scripture than I can ever hope for. What will be will be." (NOT!)
I note too, that Wistens states that "We keep trying to convert JD and Yamil". Well, no wonder you boys are not converted, praise the Lord! Must be their "free will" isn't free (of Calvinism).

Paul Forrest,
Abigail's answer is a good example of what we're talking about, don't you think?
By the way Paul I would react the same way to any comments regarding the setting of a question.

In these surveys the answers given for selection are merely a guide and do not necessarily limit the scope of an answer. If there is another option outside of the ones given then you are free to express your sentiments regarding your personal thought. You may well add an avenue of thought that no one else yet considered.
The answers given may not necessarily be subjective to the question put, therefore much thought is also required before answering.
To assume that a question is badly worded is to assume you know the thoughts of the writer and his/her intention. However this assumption would be based more on personal opinion.
Many times I have had to ponder what it is that the writer of a question is actually asking in accord with that which he/she has written. Many times also I have declined to answer because my own personal thoughts and opinions do not warrent that I can, or should answer the particular question, but it is not necessarily badly worded because I cannot answer it.

I would certainly hope this instance is the exception, not the rule. I think the subject of tithing is one which should be approached with caution and very careful study of the word in regard to its proficient Biblical application.

Do you not look for any of the above qualities in your Pastor/Preacher?