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6/3/07 10:35 PM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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The N.T. teaches that those in the "true church" will subject themselves to one another. This includes subjection to godly leadership - the Pastoral epistles are meaningless if there are to be no organised "churches". Just because "most churches" have departed from the Word does NOT mean there should be NO churches at all. Free-lance, maverick "Christianity" has NO Biblical basis. Does Paul's teaching on elders and deacons, and on "those who are over you in the Lord" have no relevance in the 21st century??

6/2/07 2:42 PM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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I do not share in this pessimistic outlook...God's church will continue to exist till Jesus comes. Paul stated that the Lord's Supper was to be kept by believing Christians "Till He come", while Jesus said "Lo I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world." When churches apostatise God always raises up other faithful churches to take their place. They may be in the minority, but faithful Bible-preaching congregations will always exist amid the apostasy of the age.

6/2/07 12:08 PM

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Good for him - he stands by what he says. That is indeed unusual in the present political climate in N. Ireland. Unfortunately Ian's name is inextricably linked with the grant from the office of FMDFM of 180,000 pounds to the "gay" groups (the same office in which he is a junior minister). It is impossible to oppose the sodomite agenda in Ulster while at the same time you implement laws which support it, unless of course you believe that it is right and proper to say one thing and do another!

5/31/07 5:07 PM

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Power-sharing with Sinn Fein
Rev. Ian Kenny

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“ Timeless Truth! ”
God bless you, brother for your faithful and proper exposition of Holy Scripture, as well as the necessary application of its truth to the political arrangements now in place within N.Ireland. The timeless truths contained in scripture must be the guiding star for believers everywhere, whatever the circumstances they may find themselves in. Sin cannot be excused or minimised because it is deemed politically expedient. May the Lord continue to give His people in all nations grace to "trust in God and do the right".

5/29/07 12:39 PM

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Whither Free Presbyterianism
Rev. Ivan Foster

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“ A true word in season ”
It has been famously said that "the only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing" - but it is also true that when good men say nothing evil will triumph. Rev. Foster's message clearly outlines what is a stark choice for Free Presbyterians in Ulster - a choice which many Christians, throughout the world, have faced in the past and will no doubt face in the future - go in God's way, whatever the cost, or tread that path which God will not and cannot bless. May the Lord enable all His people to say, by grace: "As for me and my house we will serve the Lord."

4/22/07 4:32 PM

Rev Stephen hamilton

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Albert...be careful what you say. Many will agree with some of your concerns but you need to show some restraint in your comments. The Freepres.org site is not a political forum, in fact the entire site has to do with spiritual matters and the doctrinal stance of the church. You need to understand that the site also covers the entire F.P.C. family of churches and not just Ulster. The server and moderator of the site is actually in the U.S.A. There is a link to Rev. Foster's web-site there however and his sermons on the Ulster situation are also on the FPC Church audio section of sermonaudio.com. Do not be too hasty in judging ministers of the gospel, either, just because they do not vent their spleen on web-site guestbooks or in newspaper columns. Contrary to popular opinion the Free Presbyterian Church is not the D.U.P. at prayer. Some of us have better things to do than "politicking". In point of fact as a Free Presbyterian you can belong to any political party or none. And that is as should be. My own thoughts on present developments in N. Ireland are well-known.

4/2/07 5:23 PM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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And a pink-looking pig just flew past my window....anyone who believes Adams lies anymore than his famous forefather Michael Collins is foolish indeed. Collins swore oaths that he subsequently broke with impunity. Wake up and smell the coffee.

4/2/07 11:36 AM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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At the Easter Rising commemorations this coming weekend you will see (if the media even report on it) the true face of Sinn Fein. This is a party which has, does, and will continue to glory in its murderous past. Adams had his Easter lily in his lapel while sitting with Dr Paisley. I didn't see too many "heart for Ulster" badges on show. The "whiff of power" as one British paper called it has become a veritable stench!

4/2/07 1:51 AM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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If the British Government can apologise for the part Britain played in the slave trade why can Sinn Fein not apologise for the IRA campaign of bloody murder and violence. Oops...I forgot...Sinn Fein is not the IRA, and the IRA is not Sinn Fein. Note this report of a recent meeting between the two: Gerry Adams (Sinn Fein leader) to the IRA: "So, comrades, how do you think the peace process is coming along?" Gerry Adams (Member of IRA Army Council)"Well, Gerry I think you guys are doing a great job - keep at it. Oh, by the way, are you coming to Milltown Cemetery over Easter?" Gerry Adams (Sinn Fein leader)"Yes, Marty and I will be there to apprise Republicans of recent developments. Now, remember, no paramilitary displays please." Gerry Adams (IRA Army Council Member)"Don't worry Gerry, those days are gone." Gerry Adams (Sinn Fein leader)"I won't be in touch for a while. I'm going away for some treatment...for political schizophrenia..half the time I don't know who I am."

4/1/07 3:23 PM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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Ed....wait on, my friend. As for hiding: what are you hiding? Your real motives perhaps??? Why are you so anxious for Americans to talk about the internal political affairs of N. Ireland? Since 2005 the Ulster Presbytery has no jurisdiction over this group of churches. They make their own decisions at Presbytery level. I am making MY personal feelings clear. My advice to you is to keep to your own personal business as well. You can write to the Moderator of the N.A. Presbytery if you wish to get his thoughts. But I am not interested in providing ammunition or succour to mishief-makers.

4/1/07 3:04 PM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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I thought it was a clear analogy I made when referring to evangelising RCs. Perhaps I need to speak more slowly. If ceasing to oppose the murder-glorifying Sinn Feiners means greater opportunites to speak to RCs about the gospel, then using the same logic one should cease to speak out about ecumenical churches and their activities. I thought that was a fairly easy to follow argument. And if one thinks working a job beside Sinn Fein voters is the same thing as joining hands with the blood-merchants themselves in joint government
over the country then we really are wasting our time debating! And Alan, why don't you trust them? You have certainly trusted them enough to think the guns are gone forever. And why are you "not exactly happy" about it? Samuel I do think there is hope for Ulster - in God, not in any man. That is a lesson many have not yet learned. If you think the only alternative is to hold hands with the terrorists then I think that's not "encouraging" for the future. Would you have said such things to our Covenanting forefathers in Scotland? Or how to Churchill when faced with Nazi aggression? What alternative did he have to reprochment with Hitler? There are always alternatives. My "expert opinion" is that "peace at any price" has become the new "unionist" mantra.

3/31/07 8:20 PM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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It is remarkable that many would rather have Gerry Adams et al in joint authority over them because the alternative is so terrible to contemplate. Where have you been since November 15th 1985? That (you may have forgotten) was the date on which DUBLIN/LONDON RULE was enshrined in law. It was also the time when Churchill's famous words were invoked to castigate the hated agreement: "Never, never, never, never". Ulster HAS BEEN under this feared joint authority now for over 21 years! But the DUP has decided to follow the path of least resistance to an agreement far worse than the infamous 1985 document. There is always an alternative to evil-doing Alan. It is to do right - whatever the consequences. Our Covenanting forefathers lived and died by that principle.

3/30/07 6:01 PM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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Very good Alan....this is the same argument advanced by Billy Graham supporters when he had apostates on his organising committees for his crusades - it will expose so many more Roman Catholics to the gospel. "Let us do evil that good may come" is a Jesuit principle of operation. I suppose the Free Presbyterian Church should also ease up on religious ecumenism - it might mean more Church of Ireland, Presbyterian, and Methodist people will start accepting the gospel we preach! As for Sinn Fein now supporting the police, what a laugh that is. "Ms" Gildernew of Fermanagh says she would not give any info to the PSNI about dissident republicans, whilst police have been attacked with petrol bombs in Crossmaglen and with stones in Londonderry. The whole thing is a ruse and folks like your good self have fallen for it. I would not trust the word of an Adams or a McGuinness anymore than Mr Edwin Umbongo from Nigeria who keeps on wanting to give me $150 million! The people of Ulster have been "sold a pup" and when they find out it will already be too late. it would be wonderful to move on - but where to? The DUP ostensibly want to strengthen the British link, while Sinn Fein work to destroy it. That is a great basis for progress I must say.

3/30/07 11:47 AM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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Ed..why are you so concerned to have some "official" comment from the N.A. Presbytery of the Free Pres.Church regarding political arrangements in N.Ireland? First of all, if you are not a member of the church it is frankly none of your concern. Secondly, we are in fact a separate denomination, albeit with full fraternal relations with the Ulster body. Thirdly, folks like myself are freely offering their own opinions upon a matter which is of concern to us because we hail from that part of the U.K.. As an Ulsterman I have a natural interest in what happens there. Despite attempts to "tie in" the denomination(s) to what is taking place in the political realm the plain fact is that the church (in Ulster) is NOT the D.U.P. Since the Free church has officially about 10,000 members in Britain, and over 238,000 voted for Dr Paisley in his last Euro election, it seems clear that the D.U.P. is not the church and vice-versa. Despite attempts to coax the N.A. church to officially issue a statement on political matters in the U.K.(for reasons unclear to me) it is unlikely to happen. I doubt if the issue is even mentioned in many N.A. churches, certainly not the pulpits, except to ask for prayer. Dr. Paisley's actions as Moderator of the Ulster Presbytery is an internal matter for them.

3/29/07 12:27 PM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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Paul I am sorry you think you are so knowledgeable of the scriptures. Look carefully at those you quoted. Those Christ prayed for are indeed forgiven - all men are not forgiven, but those in whom God works repentance. The Bible teaches that God will not forgive those who do not repent. Again I remind you of the words of Jesus: "...if he repent, forgive him.." Do not selectively quote the Bible. To find the true meaning of scripture you must look at every reference to the subject. Those who Stephen prayed for were also forgiven - including Saul who was right there holding the coats of those who stoned him. You may be surprised to know that I have actually prayed for Gerry Adams to be saved. He was just in front of me in the passport queue coming from Belfast to Newark last year. I prayed for his salvation at that moment and have since. But this does not mean his evil deeds should just be forgotten, and he and his ilk go into government. In Ulster we are not talking about forgiving our personal enemies. These people have waged war to overthrow lawful authority. Following your thesis no country could ever go to war. Your logic would have meant Britain refusing to engage Hitler - the British people should just have "forgiven" him and prayed for the Nazis while they destroyed Europe.

3/29/07 12:02 PM

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Doc may have "crossed the Rubicon" but according to reports today many of the troops are not going to follow him across the river...or is that "down the river"? See:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/northern_ireland/6507133.stm
Check it out - there is a lot of disquiet in Ulster about unrepentant murderers in government.

3/28/07 11:03 PM

Rev. Stephen Hamilton

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Now there's a first for the NY Times - showing interest in what Protestants think! You will find that many, many "Paisley supporters" do not want unreprentant murderers in government over them, anymore than New Yorkers want Bin Laden's supporters to stand for the U.S. Senate!

3/28/07 10:59 PM

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Paul...who said anything about bitterness? Are the ex-servicemen who wear their poppies in Britain (and Canada)full of bitterness? Only a fool would believe the promises of Sinn Fein murderers. The Bible teaches that there is no forgiveness where there is no repentance (note that Geordie). I did not say that: the Lord Jesus did, in Luke 17 v.3 & 4. Note carefully: "...if he repent, forgive him." Adams and co. are totally unrepentant. In fact they glory in their murderous campaign which has brought them to this position. I have no cudgel. I do have a Bible. BTW...if Adams has his way you won't be supporting Norn Irn anymore...there won't be a N. Ireland. All this clap-trap about a new shared future is Sinn Fein propaganda. It will soon be seen for what it is: a pipe-dream.

3/28/07 2:55 PM

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Paul I'm well aware of what is needed to change man's heart spiritually. It was you who said Sinn Fein/IRA had "changed". I disagree. Every right-thinking person wants peace in Ulster - but as Dr Paisley often has said, NOT peace at any price. Why does the IRA still exist("they haven't gone away")? This is not the bright dawn for Ulster that is being claimed, but the beginning of the end of N. Ireland. People of all shades are now asking, if Dr Paisley could sit down with Adams while the I.R.A. still exists, why did he not do it years ago and save thousands of lives? "No surrender" and "Never, never, never, never" has become "We give up and give in....yes..yes...yes.."
I happen to have been on duty in Belfast law courts when Adams was on trial for IRA membership. Colleagues of mine were blown to pieces by Adams' brave "comrades" in Belfast and Londonderry, while others were shot to death in Newry by scum dressed in butchers' aprons. In this country (USA) you cannot even stand for political office if you are a felon. That is what should happen in a democracy. What is taking place in Ulster is not democracy. Under the D'hont system Sinn Fein could have the first minister position even if Unionists had the majority. Is that democratic? Remember too that Hitler had a large mandate!

3/28/07 11:53 AM

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Those who are interested in discovering just how much Sinn Fein have "changed" should consult the BBC N. Ireland web-site and view today's comments by Gerry Adams. To change tactics, or modify your strategy. does not imply any real change. The murderous campaign of Republicans will continue to be gloried in by Sinn Fein representatives, even while they sit in positions of government. Just watch what happens over the Easter period in places like West Belfast and Londonderry. One is reminded of the phrase coined by one Ken Maginness when he spoke of "unreconstructed terrorists". I agree with Mr McCrea who only last evening referred to Martin McGuinness as a "terrorist" and "murderer". He also stated in the House of Commons that Sinn Fein in government made him "sick to the bottom of his stomach". That was a feeling I too experienced last Monday when the "historic" events at Stormont took place.

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