Here's a thought on Grace...
The Christian faith is not a system of formulas. There is no magic spell, no rite or code for the bestowing of the Holy Spirit. It is not in any mans right, nor power, to claim absolute authoroty over such a gift. it is by Gods Grace alone that the Spirit is give, and we mere mortals can only do our best to discern where that is, and how we can make good of it.
The eternal Priesthood of Jesus Christ is just that, Eternal. Ours is fleeting, and by his Grace and personal touch in our hearts alone that gives us any amount of "Pastoral Authority". The dogmatic institution of "church" is comprised of the laws of God and man.
The universal Church of God relies on His word alone. Education aside, NO ONE can keep me from breaking bread with any one at all. Friend, or foe, repentant or not. I will continue to share my faith and glorify His Name until the day He puts me to rest.
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