OC for ME
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Never claimed that you twisted scripture, read my posts.Sorry "OC for ME", not ignoring your inquiries, I'm just not getting into a bible debate here. I'll let you call me a scripture-twister if it helps you in some way.
Please elaborate on this. Does this trust extend beyond the confines of the church? It seems that a church member who does not have permission to be armed, in your church, is compelled to rely upon you, and/or others, for their protection. As an aside, a appeal to authority is viewed in a negative light.As a shepherd of the church, I'm entrusted with the care and safety of the flock.
The church is private property and the church has the prerogative as to which of its members it will permit to be armed.We prayerfully consider concerns and apply biblical principles, asking God for wisdom. The flock either obeys their shepherd's leading, or they argue and either see the wisdom and capitulate, or they argue and then wander off on their own, looking for a more attractive shepherd.
My way or the highway.
A church that does not recognize their member's fundamental (God given) right to defend themselves, and their own, is not a church I would support.Like I said, I would not turn it into a test of fellowship, though they might.
I stand by my assessment, the OP needs to find another church if the preacher does not work to permit the church members to be armed if they choose to be armed. OC would be nice, but being armed is the goal, and CC achieves this goal.