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Recent content by pugby

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    Preaching the Word...

    Preaching is relevent as long as it is biblical. When the Preacher is more concerned with how people will react than what the Word clearly states, it becomes irrelevent. The Bible is very clear on many subjects which are controversial in the church. The church needs to focus more on what...
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    Currently entered into prayer + fasting

    I am enjoying following your progress. Fasting for God is a very powerful way of expressing one's faith and truly worshipping the Lord. I have never gone 30 days or anywhere close to it, but I believe that if we are properly attuned to God, He will reveal what he wants from us and when that is...
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    Tree Paper Vs. Virtual Paper?

    I held off for so long; I enjoy writing on paper. Yet, I now rarely touch a physical piece of paper. Even the books I buy are often for my Kindle. It makes editing easier (though I have disabled spellcheck so I don't become dumb). A few weeks ago, I was taking notes at work on a piece of...
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    What do you write?

    I write quite a bit, almost all non-fiction, religious stuff. Devotions, essays, sermons, etc. I have never been published, but I have a few ideas that I would like to pursue when I have more time.
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    Looking for Christian males

    Hey all, I am a 26 year old guy with a wife and 2 kids. I am looking for other guys to chat with, grow in Christ with, hold each other accountable, etc. I have been a Christian for 12 years. Looking for others who have been Christians for a while or new/young Christians who I could help...
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    Is it selfish to fast for potential weightloss?

    Well, gluttony is a sin, so if you are fasting to pray for God to deliver you from gluttony, then that would be good. You are not in it to lose a couple pounds over the day or so that you fast, but the fasting should lead to better eating the rest of the time, which will make you more healthy...
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    Seminary right after college?

    I was in the same boat a couple years ago. I did a little over a year off, then started the part-time route, as my employer foots the bill.
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    Question/rant

    It is definitely tough. We get 20 questions every time we see a doctor just because our son always has a bruise or 2. I do not remember any part of my childhood that did not have bruises. Kids play, fall and get back up. Then they tell me how great these so-called vaccinations are and make...
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    Toys You Allow Your Child To Play with And Toys You Don't

    I am a firm believer in giving boys a sword to play with. They need to learn to be warriors. There is a fighting spirit in every boy and that needs to be cultivated and trained up as they grow up. Our son is just a year, but I am already working to instill basic Christian Warrior Principles...
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    ask me anything

    I love the NFL as well! Got to watch football as well Have a blessed one my friend!:wave: -Yeah, I love wqatching the NFL on Thanksgiving too. Problem is this year we live in Korea and get Korean TeeVee. We still get to watch baseball, but I have only seen football when I am on the military...
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    ask me anything

    SEASONS What is your favorite season and why? -I like late fall into the early winter. The air is nice and crisp. The first snowfall of the year (we had ours on monday) and all the leaves changing colors. What is your favorite outdoor activity to do in the: Spring: Running Summer: Hiking...
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    ask me anything

    You have to wait once every thirty seconds To post again to move from one post to another Sorry I confused you with that -ok, I didn't know that was a rule, so I must not be posting too much. BTW, any Thanksgiving plans? -For Thanksgiving I was going to treat my family to a nice meal at the...
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    is it biblical to focas so much on hell?

    God gave us much more awesome things to focus on than Hell. Although we can not forget about the reality of Hell. It is important to our doctrine.
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    ask me anything

    How do you feel about posting once every thirty seconds? -Confused by the question
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    ask me anything

    DRINKS Do you drink water? If so, how much? -About 8-10 16-ounce cups a day. Hydration is essential. Do you prefer: Hot Chocolate or Coffee: Hot Chocolate, but only when very cold. Milk or Juice: Juice Tea or Soda: Tea Do you use ice in your drinks? -Prefer not to. Do you drink anything...