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Recent content by Ragamuffin

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    Slain in the Spirit...?

    My background has been: been there, done that, faked that, sorrowed that... I get the impression when thinking of my past involvement with this phenomenon (for lack of a better term) that God is supposed to give us a special spiritual "fix" so that we can remain on fire. It becomes a badge of...
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    Read it slow.

    Good word. Sometimes it's best to let your karma run over your dogma. Writing can be tiring; especially in this type of forum. "love one another" is what refreshes. Let's talk or even email. Let me know. By the way, I don't believe in karma. Ragamuffin
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    Note to Frederich Nietzsche

    I'll consider that Burrow. Do you recommend the writings od Aristotle or basic ethics which include his works? Be blessed Rag
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    Salvation through Works

    Another real-life example is a situation I know of where one leader and most of his congregation have all-out attacked another high profile leader in the same geographical area for holding to an "orthodox" view of Arminianism. It is sad, frustrating, and a horrible witness to non-believers, but...
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    Salvation through Works

    I absolutely do admit my weaknesses in many areas of my life. "when I am weak, He is made strong in me." Your inadmission of your weakness is probably your biggest weakness. Of course I assume too much according to Havoc. At the same time you need to understand "his incomparably great power...
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    Salvation through Works

    tcampen, are you a believer in Christ? I am curious to know who, what, if anything you worship? Are you simply a seeker? If so, what have you sought out? In regards to your perception of view X vs. view Y I would say the majority of the differing views, opinions, and even denominations...
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    Read it slow.

    It is disarming to think that God's love for us is a continuous act, and not a response to our behavior. He has a "furious" love toward us! Wow! Relentless tenderness. Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope...
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    Note to Frederich Nietzsche

    It is a little hard to follow, but very interesting. His struggle with the law though, I am not sure I agree with. I know that after he became a believer he had struggles with doing right, "I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. (Romans 7:15)"...
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    Note to Frederich Nietzsche

    Did he continue writing or speaking after he went insane? Is that what you mean by ill-health? Rag
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    Note to Frederich Nietzsche

    It seems I have touched on a nerve. The teen section didn't think I was funny or cool, so I figured this was the only place for a misfit. Now that I have been spit upon and ridiculed, my curiosity is genuinely piqued. Read up in the thread somewhere; I have asked some very well-intentioned...
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    Salvation through Works

    You make a good point regarding the numerous claims on truth borne out of so many denominations. I disagree as to the reason. I would submit to you that these claims of truth are simply disagreements on minor issues. To the shame of Christian churches across the world, we have made minor...
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    Note to Frederich Nietzsche

    Maybe they are not as smart and quick-witted as you think they are. Rag
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    Note to Frederich Nietzsche

    Your quote and signature: "As a Eudaimonist, I think the greatest moral achievement is the self-actualization and happiness of the individual in this life, which requires such means as rationality, good character, and friendship." Let me ask you a few questions if I may about Eudaimonism...
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    Note to Frederich Nietzsche

    I suppose you are right. I would invite anyone to share with me the benefit of his life and ideas. What was the theme of his teachings? Can you sum up his life in a nutshell? In your opinion, what kind of lagacy did he leave? What are the results of his way of life? How did they affect...
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    Salvation through Works

    I think I see your position. The God of the bible's will in scripture seems to be twofold. 1- The generic will of God - i.e. simply obeying the living Word. 2- The specific will of God. i.e. God lays it on your heart to give your down-on-his-luck friend your car. The variation is...
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