OT: Why are you in GT?

Why are you in GT?

  • I am here to learn.

  • I am here to fight/bash.

  • Other (briefly explain)


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E.C.

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Interesting responses... keep them coming!





And for the curious, I am here to learn. I like to discuss theology, it is fun and I could do it all day. Well, maybe not ALL day, but a fairly lengthy span of time. I do not always know what people from various backgrounds and traditions may think or believe with regard to certain issues and topics that are (obviously) related to theology. Call me a learner if you will.

And currently I am trying to learn what motivates people to post in this area. :p
 
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I'm here conducting a social science experiment: To see how long an intelligent man will bang his head against the wall until inwardly motivated to stop.

Definitely longer than 4 years.
Your experiment seems to be flawed. It is unlikely that an intelligent man (person, lets not forget our female members) would engage in an illogical activity that would probably result in a head injury that would inevitably result in that person being less intelligent. :doh:

PS... Can you guess why I'm here... lol
 
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But seriously, I'm here for all three...

(1) I'm here to learn.

(2) I'm here for a fight, as one learns much from getting punched out.

(3) I'm here for other. To put my points of view forward for the reactions and comments of others.

I guess the main thing is that one learns whatever their reasons may be for being here.

And yes, I do bang my head on the metaphorical wall now and again!
 
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Why are you here in GT?

Are you here to learn?

Or

Are you here to fight and/or bash?

Or

Other?


The poll will close in seven days and is being done with out of mine own curiosity and study. I am doing this to see any possible connection between the motives of posters and the amount of civility (or lack thereof).

I voted "Other". My intent is just to share and talk. But I do admit that when unfair allegations are posted about my Church I will also defend.

I never start a fight, but I don't run away from them either
 
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I voted "Other". My intent is just to share and talk. But I do admit that when unfair allegations are posted about my Church I will also defend.

I never start a fight, but I don't run away from them either
Don't we all........:angel:

1 Peter 3:15 Lord yet the God/*Christ hallow ye! in the hearts of ye, ready yet ever toward a defense to every the one asking ye account/word concerning the in ye hope, with meekness and fear

Textus Rec.) 1 Peter 3:15 kurion de ton qeon agiasate en taiV kardiaiV umwn etoimoi de aei proV apologian panti tw aitounti umaV logon peri thV en umin elpidoV **** meta prauthtoV kai fobou

627. apologia ap-ol-og-ee'-ah from the same as 626; a plea ("apology"):--answer (for self), clearing of self, defence.
626. apologeomai ap-ol-og-eh'-om-ahee middle voice from a compound of 575 and 3056; to give an account (legal plea) of oneself, i.e. exculpate (self):--answer (for self), make defence, excuse (self), speak for self
 
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Go write a sermon!
Melethiel is only 18, but yes she could write a sermon all of us could learn from.
Myself, I'm 66, so I voted "Other" as I feel I am qualified to teach. However I relate to all the responses of all the posters here, especially about learning (still). I'm ready to fight, as well, but only if it's worth the trouble. I may exit a fight gracefully making the Sign of the Cross.
Korah
 
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I'm here with similar reasons as CaliforniaJosiah explained in his well-written post. I know and use plenty of academic sources for learning different views. However GT provides the opportunity to interact with "living" sources - real people. This often can lead to knowledge that goes beyond book learning.


LDG
 
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I would say I've learned very few things here compared with the amount of time spent - very poor ROI if I tried to rationalize it that way.

I think I'm here mainly to interact and fellowship in that polemic kind of way that just never seems to happen face to face:)
 
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Who is E.C.?

Learning what others have to say about things that in my mind are already set in stone...
IT is amazing how so many people can have so many different understandings pertaining to one single subject.

When I read the Word, I get illumination:idea: to the understanding and wellah. I think that it has alot to do with the way I read the word or receive it. Like a child in expectation and then ... OH this is a poll for what again...?
To share what wonderful things that GOD has given to us and what He has in store for us as well... was that an option?

LOL(LotsOfLove)
Brother Jerry
 
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Why am I in GT Today? Because I dont want to miss anything.
;)
And look what happens when you and I show up.....threads get locked down !! :D
 
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Ahhh.....I see my bro is back again!!!! :clap:

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