Thanks for writing. I have seen your name on Glenn’s site and read some of what you say and have never found anything that I would disagree with offhand.

I’m not sure you understand what I am saying in my response to Michael. I would not argue the point that it is the love and concern for the brethren that underpins the Kingdom of God, and in that vein I am focusing on the care that each of these individuals display toward others, as a community of believers. This is not a pragmatic attempt to create community, but rather the effect of love, in the community.

I do think we are saying the same thing. Their gathering together is in keeping with Scriptures, as they see the “day” approaching, and to keep one another from this present evil.

Thanks again,

Steve Blackwell

Thanks for writing, and thanks for reading my articles. I do not consider myself an intellectual either, but I do own a good dictionary and thesaurus, and a computer to do research; besides that, I am as shallow as the next guy, but thanks for the compliment anyway.

To answer your question,

Are you part of the city ekklesia there at Indy?

The answer is no. I am not part of their Church, but I do have friends that are part of their Church. They are a close knit body with high standards and very disciplined in their walk. They are about twenty years old and recognize the need to follow Jesus closely, much like the Puritans did when they came to this continent one hundred years before we became a nation. They homeschool, shop, vacation, and do most everything together as a way of protecting each other from the proliferation of sin in every conceivable form. This does not work perfectly, but it is the closest thing I have seen to what the bible calls Church. In a way, I do consider myself a part of them, but not officially. My wife and family were very close to one of the families and they were a great blessing to us, and taught us many things. Although we have went our separate paths now, they are dearly missed.

I am not that familiar with Charles Finney and I know they quote Finney a little in their writings, but don’t let that be a stumbling block for you; simply disregard those things. They also quote Bonheoffer who many claim was a liberal. If I thought Bonheoffer was a liberal I would not read his books or listen to those things said concerning him. If it comes down to heresy, yes, search and find out the truth, anything else is just hearsay. Be a lover of truth.

During the dark ages, when the Catholic church was persecuting believers, there existed the Waldenses and the Albigenses, among others, who had separated themselves from what was being taught and accepted by the consensus of so called believers, i.e. Catholics, of that day. They lived in communities and studied the Bible an set out to do the things Jesus said to do, much like the Church in Indianapolis. I am sure there exist error within their community, and for what ever reason the Church in Michigan is not as open with you as you have been with them. I have not found it to be so here in Indy. When I have met with the men they were honest and open about their life, before becoming a part of the Church in Indy, and since. I would suggest dialoging with those in Michigan to learn where they come from, and if you are all on the same page, and your hearts are sold out to Jesus, there should be no problem with fellowship, if that is what you desire.

I do appreciate your writing and pray you will keep a tender heart towards God’s elect, wherever you encounter them.

In God’s service,

Steve Blackwell

Truth is a very sharp knife. I, and many more have suffered the same fate as you. Keep up the fight.

God bless you,

Steve Blackwell

We have become aware of your site through Lighthouse Trails.  We, too, came out of the harlot about 12-13 years ago and began home fellowshipping with other likeminded believers.  Our youngest son, who is almost 15, doesn't really remember attending an institutionalized church.  We are glad to see more and more likeminded believers leaving the whited sepulchers to speak the truth about the Laodicean Church.
We invite everyone to visit our site, holdingfast.info for encouraging articles that will help those who wish to begin a home church.  There are also articles on homeschooling, creation science, discipleship, watching out for spiritual wolves, various bible studies, etc.  We include a Spanish home page in our menu, with a few of our articles written in Spanish. 
The Gospel permeates our site with the fragrance of a fine perfume.  Our prayer is to bless and encourage believers who have no home church due to the dearth of Bible believing, Gospel preaching churches during these latter days.  We are in the final stretch, Brother!  Let's all root for each other to finish the race!
"Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers." — Titus 1:9
From your Christian brethren at holdingfast.info

If you get the chance read the article “An Open Letter to Eagle Church” and its comments for an idea of my own thinking at the time I came out.

As the Lord shines light into the path, walk in it. Always move to the light, especially as it reveals the sin in your own life.

In His service,

Steve Blackwell

P.S. there is a site that I would recommend that you visit that is a great help with a lot of resources. It is All At His Feet

That would explain the FIRST RESURRECTION that is described in Matthew 27:52…..Yes? No?"
 
 
Sincerely, zadok
 

Found your site from your recent comments on Prodigal’s Knots on baptism and the resulting insanity of of some.

I am definitely subscribing to your feed because I like your approach. 2009 is the start of my blog for some of the same reasons as you. I’m still searching for my voice and my “niche.”

Love your boldness, brother. I am encouraged by what I’ve read so far and I’m eager to peruse your blog further.

Yours in Christ,

Joe.