There is a view that doctrine divides the church rather than unites the church, therefore it must go. This view is held to differing levels. Would those who embrace this position please consider the following question, “Are you willing to believe nothing about Christ, for the sake of Christ?” This is the logical conclusion of the theological position you are taking. In the name of embracing others and in the name of the love of Christ, apparently some are willing to think nothing of Christ.

I desire to embrace others, both Christians and the lost. However, I do not desire to think less of my savior. With each doctrine you are willing to compromise or part with, a biblical view of God and Christ is compromised or lost. In a desire to embrace, one might be willing to do away with a particular view of baptism. This seems to be something that is minor, but does this then lead one to embrace baptismal regeneration? If we are saved by water, what has Christ become to us? Do you see the dangerous slope? And what will you compromise or part with when the next person comes along?

The view sounds wonderful in the name of unity, but if in the name of unity we set aside this doctrine and that doctrine, do we not move farther away from Christ? The one in whose name we say we are acting? Reconsider your ways, hold to doctrine in humility, for it did not come from you, but do not let it go.