Which one is the right one?

[Beelzebaby666]

Which of the Christian religions is the closest to the the set of beliefs prescribed by the old testament?

[jenbengen (Premo)]

Originally Posted by Beelzebaby666

Which of the Christian religions is the closest to the the set of beliefs prescribed by the old testament?

Shoot, I'd be shocked if there was somebody on the forum who has studied enough theology to make an unbiased opinion about that.

[Beelzebaby666]

Originally Posted by jenbengen

Shoot, I'd be shocked if there was somebody on the forum who has studied enough theology to make an unbiased opinion about that.

After I posted, I realized that this was likely to become another pointless argument, but I'm very curious about this...

The old school Christianity seems Protestant, Pentecostal and Amish to me. I'd just like to narrow down the field so I can read up and decide for myself.

[2ndAmendment (Premo)]

Originally Posted by Beelzebaby666

Which of the Christian religions is the closest to the the set of beliefs prescribed by the old testament?

The first thing you have to understand is that Christianity is based on the NEW Testament. The Old Testament is valid but I use it mainly for history and prophesy. I use it for reference to have greater understanding of portions of the New Testament.

I would suggest finding a congregation that you are comfortable with, but most of all, a pastor that believes the Bible is the absolute authority and Word of God. If a pastor or doctrine disagrees with the Bible, it is not the Bible that is wrong. If that happens, run, don't walk, to the nearest exit and find another congregation.

While we are not to give up assembling together, it is better to worship alone for a time rather than receive teaching that is contrary to the Bible.

That means YOU have to read the Bible, so you know if the pastor strays from the Truth.

[Beelzebaby666]

Originally Posted by 2ndAmendment

The first thing you have to understand is that Christianity is based on the NEW Testament. The Old Testament is valid but I use it mainly for history and prophesy. I use it for reference to have greater understanding of portions of the New Testament.

So, the old testament is not the original, most basic set of guidelines? I alway figured the NT was a rehash of the OT.

I would suggest finding a congregation that you are comfortable with, but most of all, a pastor that believes the Bible is the absolute authority and Word of God. If a pastor or doctrine disagrees with the Bible, it is not the Bible that is wrong. If that happens, run, don't walk, to the nearest exit and find another congregation.

I've tried church before and came to conclusion that none of it was for me. From holy-rollin' to Roman Catholic. I'm cool with what I believe in, but any and all religions are interesting to me. I'm more interested in the phenomenon of organized religion and the cultures that create them than I am about finding faith or following anything.

While we are not to give up assembling together, it is better to worship alone for a time rather than receive teaching that is contrary to the Bible.

I agree. I do my own thing and don't feel the need to identify with any religion. I am just curious about the history of Christianity, given that there are so many sects that claim to be the right path, but they don't seem to stray too far from each other.

That means YOU have to read the Bible, so you know if the pastor strays from the Truth.

Thanks for responding... I'm hoping to further my understanding of Christianity in relation to other religions I've read up on.

[jenbengen (Premo)]

[quote=Beelzebaby666;2819639]So, the old testament is not the original, most basic set of guidelines? I alway figured the NT was a rehash of the OT.
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The Old Testament is time period before Jesus arrives and does not talk about Jesus at all (other than "hinting" of one who will come to save). The NT are the books about Jesus and who he is.

I believe the Jewish community does not have a New Testament (correct me if I am wrong), because they feel like Jesus is not the one intended to come and save everybody and they are still waiting for that to come along. ??

[aps45819 (Premo)]

Originally Posted by Beelzebaby666

Which of the Christian religions is the closest to the the set of beliefs prescribed by the old testament?

Originally Posted by 2ndAmendment

The first thing you have to understand is that Christianity is based on the NEW Testament.

[itsbob (Premo)]

Originally Posted by Beelzebaby666

Which of the Christian religions is the closest to the the set of beliefs prescribed by the old testament?

Judaism

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[itsbob (Premo)]

Originally Posted by Beelzebaby666

So, the old testament is not the original, most basic set of guidelines? I alway figured the NT was a rehash of the OT.



I've tried church before and came to conclusion that none of it was for me. From holy-rollin' to Roman Catholic. I'm cool with what I believe in, but any and all religions are interesting to me. I'm more interested in the phenomenon of organized religion and the cultures that create them than I am about finding faith or following anything.



I agree. I do my own thing and don't feel the need to identify with any religion. I am just curious about the history of Christianity, given that there are so many sects that claim to be the right path, but they don't seem to stray too far from each other.


Thanks for responding... I'm hoping to further my understanding of Christianity in relation to other religions I've read up on.

If you yourself are religious, why do you feel the need to have to associatte with a church? Churchs are the bastardization of religion, religion is in you not in a building, not in a pastor or a priest. Religion is between you and (your) God, pray in a closet, pray in private, nobody needs to hear you pray but God. You don't have to memorize prayers, you don't need to use arm and hand signals, it doesn't matter if you are sitting kneeling, standing, or driving your car through DC. Pray to him the way you'd talk to your mom and dad..

If you need the fellowship that a church offers, volunteer at the Red Cross or the local FD, at least they won't charge you an entrance fee of 10% of your income.

[Dondi]

Messianic Judaism follows the Torah (first five book of the bible) as well as the New Testament. They believe that Yeshua (Jesus) is the Mashiach (Messiah), but they observe the Law. They consist primarily of Christians with a Jewish background.