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Originally posted by lurkette
If you really feel strongly about pursuing this discussion, you might point out that this passage comes from the writings of Paul, which were very specific missives to Christian communities dealing with very specific issues in a historical context. To apply them broadly is not necessarily appropriate. You might point out that Jesus hung out not just with unbelievers but with the "worst" of the unbelievers - lepers, prostitutes, tax collectors, etc. Guess it all depends on what's more important to her: the spirit of Jesus's teachings or the letter of Scripture.
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Awesome. This, on some level, is exactly what I'm looking for.
Like I said, I'm not exactly looking to change her mind; if anything, I'm impressed that she can live with, and stay true to, a doctrine which limits her behavior in certain areas..
You've provided a good example of something to be brought up about Biblical interpretation..
On a side note, did you just happen to know this, or did you find this somewhere?
EDIT: and sheesh, i didn't even say Thank ya! What kind of person am i?