>You quote from a book with which I am quite familiar...

Satan also knows scripture. He also twists it, or uses portions of it, to suite his purposes. But in each case where he tried to test Jesus in the wilderness, Jesus replied with "It is also written..." to correct him.

There is a strait path, Charles, through the narrow gate. It's there for all to see. There is no monopoly on access to God. Jesus reveals Himself to all, and to all who will receive Him, He comes in and eats with them, as they also eat with Him.

Seek to know the truth with all your heart ... and you will find it. Anything less, and you'll never see it.