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Old 09-30-2005, 10:09 AM
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Originally posted by gwineI understand the discipline part because how can you put out some one who is errant. As my good friend Bob would say, "non-membership has its advantages." But to deny the Lord's Supper to a Christian is hard for me to grasp.
Gerry,

The "discipline part" has everything to do with communion. I say this not to be flippant, but to take the point to its logical conclusion. After all, where does discipline end if repentance is not shown? Excommunication! In other words, being barred from the table. No membership, no discipline. No discipline, no proper communion.
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