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This defunct webzine was dedicated to exploring this:

https://web.archive.org/web/20170131065733/http://ropeculture.org/

But what say you?

Not that I intend this as a sectant broadside. I'm the guy bringing the devil into the church after all. I'm hardly orthodox in my Protestantism myself at this point. But you don't need the Vatican.
A comment I just made:


"In this case the Protestants have it right. Christianity is about a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. You don't need holy mother church or its priest ridden bureaucracy headed by whatever old codger Vatican bureaucrats vote in."

https://www.upgoat.net/viewpost?postid=6807cc5f5cdea&commentid=68091f86604d4

I ask the AI about the Protestant concept of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ -

In Protestant theology, a personal relationship with Jesus Christ signifies a direct, intimate, and meaningful connection with God's Son, emphasizing a personal experience of salvation and spiritual growth. This relationship is cultivated through faith, prayer, and a conscious choice to follow Jesus' teachings, leading to a sense of knowing and being known by God.

Key aspects of a personal relationship with Jesus in Protestant theology:

Faith and Repentance:

Protestants often emphasize the importance of accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior through faith and repentance, marking the beginning of a personal relationship.

Prayer and Spiritual Growth:

A personal relationship is nurtured through consistent prayer, seeking guidance, and allowing God to shape one's life and character.

Personal Knowing and Being Known:

Protestants believe that a personal relationship with Jesus involves a deep sense of being known and loved by God, as well as knowing God's character and will for one's life.

Intimacy and Communion:

While not necessarily a physical presence, Protestants believe in an intimate and spiritual connection with Jesus, often described as a friendship or communion, says a post on Reddit.

Spiritual Transformation:

The personal relationship with Jesus is expected to result in a transformation of one's character, values, and behaviors, leading to a more Christ-like way of living.

Different Perspectives:

It's important to note that the emphasis on a "personal relationship" can be interpreted and expressed differently within various Protestant denominations, reflecting their diverse theological perspectives.

Yes, Timothy McVeigh admitted to his role in the Oklahoma City bombing, claiming it was an act of revenge against the federal government for its actions at Waco and Ruby Ridge.

Motive:

McVeigh and his co-conspirator, Terry Nichols, cited the federal government's actions against the Branch Davidian compound in the 1993 Waco siege as a reason for the bombing.

Admittance:

McVeigh stated that he had not known that there was a daycare center on the second floor of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, and that he might have chosen a different target if he had known about it.

Consequences:

The bombing killed 168 people, including 19 children in the daycare center, and injured 684 others.