I never said he didn't understand it, or that understanding = instant belief or agreement with contents, or accepting as truth.

It was a statement that just because you grow up in a relgion does not mean you understand what's in the book. I can't get any plainer than that.

I didn't think I needed to.

I think I had one of those ... CCC gave 'em out by the boxful. Chucked it prior to a move, I believe.

the whole Jesus Freak movement was kind of wacky. i know quite a few people who were involved in it in the beginning... the ones i know dropped out of the scene that became well known. they founded organizations such as JPUSA - Jesus People USA - which is effectively a commune in the inner city of Chicago. They bought a building that housed a failing assisted living center in and have continued to allow all of the folks live there without any hassles. really a pretty neat group of people if you ever get the chance to meet them. they host one of the biggest music festivals in the world.

Macomb,IL is home to Cornerstone each year.

Not to argue with you here, but is seems Bruce thought the same thing, so I'm not alone on this one.

You made the assumption that I didn't understand the Bible without knowing my whole situation, life experiences, etc. I would call that jumping to conclusions.