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Should we attend a denomination?

  1. NO

    1. We can not worship in error and be OK

    2. We can not support them in their error

    3. We must not fellowship works of darkness. Ephesians 5:11

    4. We must not bid them godspeed (wish them well) 2 John 9-11

  1. Are there situations where me might attend?

    1. IF we are NOT there to worship

      1. Special events – show – musical event – recital

      2. Family or friend wedding

      3. Boy Scout Eagle badge awarded

      4. Graduation from a college – Bethel or Union

      5. High School baccalaureate service

    2. IF we are not in support of their error – religious debate

    3. IF we are there to discuss truth with a friend or relative

  1. Some difficult issues – attitude

    1. Are you going to worship or is it entertainment?

      1. If your mind is on praising God – wrong

      2. If your mind is on how your grandchild is singing – OK

    2. Child is going to sing a solo at the Christmas pageant – Are you going to worship or see your grandchild perform?

  1. Questions:

    1. Can you attend – and not worship?

    2. Can you attend and not appear to support their error?

    3. Why are you going?


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