Serious Question: What distinguishes a "Fundamentalist Christian" from other Christians? (Torah, testimony)
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So based on the conversations on here and ones that have transpired in the last couple of weeks, why has this website not deemed the use of the word "fundamentalist" or anything of it's sorts, in a certain context, to be derogatory and subsequently take action against those individuals? It's almost like someone is saying you call yourself a Christian, but I don't think you're really one. That type of rationalization is clearly against the essence of the rules on here, yet it's allowed. Am I missing something?
So based on the conversations on here and ones that have transpired in the last couple of weeks, why has this website not deemed the use of the word "fundamentalist" or anything of it's sorts, in a certain context, to be derogatory and subsequently take action against those individuals? It's almost like someone is saying you call yourself a Christian, but I don't think you're really one. That type of rationalization is clearly against the essence of the rules on here, yet it's allowed. Am I missing something?
... If I think God is telling me something, I'll keep it to myself and see how it plays out.
That is often the wise path.
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Originally Posted by Mightyqueen801
Well, we did discuss this, if you read through the thread. E.g., I never thought the term "Fundamentalist" was supposed to be derogatory, although it has become so sometimes. On the other hand, I've heard bible-infallibility/inerrancy people proudly claim the title.
Do we have an acceptable term for Christians who believe the bible is the literal, infallible, voice of God that we can all agree on so we can proceed with the conversation without anyone perceiving name-calling?
I have no problem with the phrase being used. It is clear from how some use it, that they mean it to be negative.
Since I was misled for so many years by being a fundamentalist myself, I would say derogatory is a kind description. I frankly believe that fundamentalism is the first appearance of the anti-Christ (not an individual, but the cultic group).
I just don't get how all of you can claim inerrancy and infallibility for the Bible when it doesn't claim it for itself.
Rev. 22:18
It's far better to know some of the questions than all of the answers.
So all fundamental Christians MUST fit inside your box that you have labeled as anti-Christ and cultic?
So based on the conversations on here and ones that have transpired in the last couple of weeks, why has this website not deemed the use of the word "fundamentalist" or anything of it's sorts, in a certain context, to be derogatory and subsequently take action against those individuals? It's almost like someone is saying you call yourself a Christian, but I don't think you're really one. That type of rationalization is clearly against the essence of the rules on here, yet it's allowed. Am I missing something?
I think if we were this negative against Catholics, the thread would be closed.
NO problem thus far with this thread, folks, but simply wanted to interject an early-on warning that there is to be NO bashing or demeaning of those who consider themselves to be fundamentalist. Let's have a civil and meaningful discussion, void of any personal attacks or insults....That's all!
Carry on, and happy posting!
~June
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Originally Posted by Wardendresden
Since I was misled for so many years by being a fundamentalist myself, I would say derogatory is a kind description. I frankly believe that fundamentalism is the first appearance of the anti-Christ (not an individual, but the cultic group).
I just don't get how all of you can claim inerrancy and infallibility for the Bible when it doesn't claim it for itself.
Rev. 22:18
It's far better to know some of the questions than all of the answers.
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