Just for statistics, how many different denominations are representing the “christian” community on AB?
In New Testament days, denominations did not exist. Paul could write to the Christians in Corinth or the Christians in Philippi or the Christians in Ephesus. Now he would have to write to the Methodists, Anglicans, Roman Catholics, Presbyterians, Brethren, Salvation Army, Elim, Apostolic, New Life – and all the others – in any given place. Denominations have sprung up over the history of the church for a number of reasons. Some have formed over differences in doctrine, some over differences of structure or practice. However it has happened, our situation today seems very far removed from the kind of unity that the New Testament talks about and which God so much desires. Most denominations have little to do with each other. Artificial barriers, caused by denominationalism, abound in every local community. Years ago I grew tired of the “I’m right and you’re wrong” battles between the denominations. That is why I do not affiliate myself with any denomination. Scripture is my guide through
