churchism
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3ADJ.
different
PREP.
from
ADV.
essentially
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noun
Strict adherence to the forms or principles of some church organization; sectarianism.
The appellant's idea of religion , essentially different from churchism .
This identification of himself with his denomination is the acme of consecration, and this aborption of individual consciousness in the common and larger consciousness of the Church is a sign of efficient churchism, which, well regulated, may contribute to the enlargement of Christ's kingdom.
A cliché or overused saying uttered in church.
Christians resort to churchisms such as: “Let go and let God”; “Love the sinner, hate the sin”; “I have Jesus in my heart”; “God said it. I believe it. That settles it!"
One churchism (a term or phrase that we use in church that has almost become a cliché) that is used when talking about prayer is the phrase "touch and agree."
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3The appellant's idea of religion , essentially different from churchism .
WiktionaryThis identification of himself with his denomination is the acme of consecration, and this aborption of individual consciousness in the common and larger consciousness of the Church is a sign of effic
WiktionaryChristians resort to churchisms such as: “Let go and let God”; “Love the sinner, hate the sin”; “I have Jesus in my heart”; “God said it. I believe it. That settles it!"
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