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Not that I intend this as a sectant broadside. I'm the guy bringing the devil into the church after all. I'm hardly orthodox in my Protestantism myself at this point. But you don't need the Vatican.
A comment I just made:


"In this case the Protestants have it right. Christianity is about a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. You don't need holy mother church or its priest ridden bureaucracy headed by whatever old codger Vatican bureaucrats vote in."

https://www.upgoat.net/viewpost?postid=6807cc5f5cdea&commentid=68091f86604d4

I ask the AI about the Protestant concept of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ -

In Protestant theology, a personal relationship with Jesus Christ signifies a direct, intimate, and meaningful connection with God's Son, emphasizing a personal experience of salvation and spiritual growth. This relationship is cultivated through faith, prayer, and a conscious choice to follow Jesus' teachings, leading to a sense of knowing and being known by God.

Key aspects of a personal relationship with Jesus in Protestant theology:

Faith and Repentance:

Protestants often emphasize the importance of accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior through faith and repentance, marking the beginning of a personal relationship.

Prayer and Spiritual Growth:

A personal relationship is nurtured through consistent prayer, seeking guidance, and allowing God to shape one's life and character.

Personal Knowing and Being Known:

Protestants believe that a personal relationship with Jesus involves a deep sense of being known and loved by God, as well as knowing God's character and will for one's life.

Intimacy and Communion:

While not necessarily a physical presence, Protestants believe in an intimate and spiritual connection with Jesus, often described as a friendship or communion, says a post on Reddit.

Spiritual Transformation:

The personal relationship with Jesus is expected to result in a transformation of one's character, values, and behaviors, leading to a more Christ-like way of living.

Different Perspectives:

It's important to note that the emphasis on a "personal relationship" can be interpreted and expressed differently within various Protestant denominations, reflecting their diverse theological perspectives.

While there was speculation and some evidence suggesting a potential South African connection to the assassination of Olof Palme, Swedish prosecutors concluded that the primary suspect was Stig Engström, a graphic designer, not an international conspiracy. They also stated that there was "not enough evidence" to implicate South Africa in the assassination.

Elaboration:

The South African Connection:

There were claims that South Africa, led by the apartheid regime, might have been involved in Palme's assassination due to his strong opposition to apartheid and his efforts to impose sanctions against the regime.

Stig Engström as the Suspect:

After years of investigation, Swedish prosecutors named Stig Engström, also known as "Skandia Man," as the most likely assassin.

No Direct Evidence of South Africa:

While the South African connection was a prominent theory, Swedish investigators did not find enough conclusive evidence to definitively link South Africa to the crime.

Closure of the Investigation:

Due to the death of Engström and the lack of further evidence, the investigation was closed in 2020, with the conclusion that Engström was the most likely perpetrator.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0166046225000249


so gubmint bureaucracy increases the cost of homes? whodathunkit?

https://files.catbox.moe/tyuuod.jpg
Recent publication at 2002. Illustrated and published by the Folio Society so paper and binding should last for years.

Just a heads up.

https://www.upgoat.net/viewpost?postid=6807ffc2d60c3

He just deleted mine.

Will avoid the mistake of posting in any sub he mods in the future.

https://archive.md/vrMwv

And announce the 1st of May 0biden Fucked Up Day.

But we won't because we're not a serious country.