Is this site a church ?

Chuck7 · 07-25-2005, 04:40 AM

Dear friends,
How many think this Hunting and Religion site is a church?

I vote Yes

Taz or Chad .Is there any way to make a poll out of this?
This would be very interesting?

Rebel Hog · 07-25-2005, 07:58 AM

I consider this forum as a discusssion and Bible study place and not a church.
To think this place as a Church, is the same as staying home on Sunday and accept
television as going to Church. I say NO, this is not a Church.

Words used for the church in the New Testament

Church
The word translated "church" in the English Bible is ekklesia. This word is the Greek words kaleo (to call), with the prefix ek (out). Thus, the word means "the called out ones." However, the English word "church" does not come from ekklesia but from the word kuriakon, which means "dedicated to the Lord." This word was commonly used to refer to a holy place or temple. By the time of Jerome's translation of the New Testament from Greek to Latin, it was customary to use a derivative of kuriakon to translate ekklesia. Therefore, the word church is a poor translation of the word ekklesia since it implies a sacred building, or temple. A more accurate translation would be "assembly" because the term ekklesia was used to refer to a group of people who had been called out to a meeting. It was also used as a synonym for the word synagogue, which also means to "come together," i.e. a gathering. "Body of Christ" Since believers have been united with Christ through spiritual baptism, they are sometimes corporately referred to as the body of Christ. (Rom. l2:4-5; 1 Cor. l2:11,13,l8,27; Col. l:l8; Eph. 5:30) The idea seems to be that the group of Christians in the world constitute the physical representation of Christ on earth. It is also a metaphor which demonstrates the interdependence of members in the church, while at the same time demonstrating their diversity from one another. (Rom. 12:4; 1 Cor. 12:14-17)
The Temple of God
(1 Cor. 3:l6; Eph. 2:2l,22; 1 Pet. 2:5).
The Jerusalem From Above or The Heavenly Jerusalem
(Gal. 4:26; Heb. l2:22). Both of these terms (as well as "temple") illustrate how the Old Testament notions of outward sanctuary have been replaced with the literal dwelling of God in his people.
Bride of Christ or Christ's Betrothed
(Eph. 5:25-32; 2 Cor. 11:2). These titles refer to the love and loyalty existing between Christ and believers.

Leafrivermac · 07-25-2005, 08:11 AM

Chuck, Not to put anything down, but I feel that this is a religious forum. Many of us here are part of the "church". This site isn't dedicated to Christ , but to all religions , so in my opinion its not representative of even an earthly church That said, I believe this is a really good forum and better than any others ( I go to several). I've met a lot of great people here and consider many my friends. Theres lots of good christians here and we represent the church . There are a lot of similarities however in the interaction between a lot of us and many of the churches I've been to.

Tazman · 07-25-2005, 08:16 AM

Well put Brother Mac, I concur totally. Brother Chuck if this were strictly a Christian Forum I could see where it could possibly be considered a fellowship, but not really a church. I do feel we are all bretheren in Christ even though we may not agree on everything.

Chuck7 · 07-25-2005, 08:56 AM

Thanks fellows. It was simply just a question. I apreciate your remarks. I'm trying to stay clear of controversies. I just wanted your imput.
Thanks for you cooperation.
CHuck

Chuck7 · 07-25-2005, 09:13 AM

Reason for my yes

1. Greek word means a gatring of believers
2. Jesus said" Where 2 or 3 are gathered in His name there he is in the midst. You may say ...what about the unbelievers Jesus had plenty of those in His gathereings as well.
3.I have been blessed and fed here more than any church I've ever been except for that black couple I posted.
4.I also go to a church on Sunday but I consider this a church just the same. I am PMing and Instant messing you folks all day. Some even call me. Best church ever.

Chuck

TO ADVOID CONTROVERCY
This is only my humble opinion

Tazman · 07-25-2005, 09:22 AM

Brother Chuck I do see your point.

If it were not for Christ how many of us would be here?

Chuck7 · 07-25-2005, 09:44 AM

Not me. I come to have fellowship with other believers.
I also come to learn and even be corrected at times. All part of growing in the Lord
Chuck

mr-pirk · 07-25-2005, 05:57 PM

All I'll say is when Taz starts passing that collection plate of his around so he can buy that Luepold 4X12X40 scope with the ajustable paralax and all in matte finish, then I'll know this place is a church [8D]

Thanks
Mr-Pirk

Rebel Hog · 07-25-2005, 06:43 PM

10-4, Bro.Pirk.