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    Academia vs. Faith

    Boy, I'm really struggling tonight. I have started a new semester and right now have a class called, Lying and Deception. It's like taking a beating every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon for an hour and fifteen minutes. I am not sure I can get through the curriculum. I thought it was intended...
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    Is it speaking for Christ or just being contentious

    I see people on both sides in this forum claiming that they are only trying to be a defender of the faith. To be shrill is just fine as long as they are speaking for the Lord. In 3 Nephi 11:29 we read: 29 For verily, verily I say unto you, he that hath the spirit of contention is not of me...
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    LDS Theology: Varied Points of View

    As some of you may have observed, I don't always agree with my fellow Latter-day Saints on their use of even the BoM, D & C, and PoGP, let alone biblical references in exploring the conversations surrounding doctrinal issues. I have even received a PM by one who I will not name, concerned that...
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    There's a reason my name isn't Emma

    It's true. My mother in her infinite wisdom did not give me the same name as her mother. (no they aren't Mormon) I will never be anything close to the great lady that Emma Smith was. Her faith and convictions astound me. I'm so rebellious, I'd have never survived the early church. I admire...
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    The Gnostic Bible

    Anyone know much about it or read it? I'm interested in hearing your thoughts and knowledge. I've read parts of it and it contains the Book of Jesus and the Book of Mary which are interesting depictions of our Lord and Savior that make him very human in word. So, let me hear from you. Pretty...
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    AHA! (The- I missed you guys thread)

    Well i found this forum again! :) I am :wave:hello to all my friends that I have neglected for far too long. Brightest Blessings to all. Casi (who thinks she will stick around a bit) :P
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    Just back from the Midlands

    Hi, :wave: Just thought I'd pop round and say that I enjoyed the midlands so much. I don't think I've ever had such a restful holiday in years. I was in Kettering for six weeks and traveled a bit. As always it's a pleasure to visit England. Anyone here from around there? Casi
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    I have to say good bye

    At least for now. I am at a point in my life where I realize that to continue participating on this forum is detrimental to my spirit. I am not one who bears well the contention and out right disrespect that is directed at others. The negative energy that permiates my days from being in the...
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    Something to Ponder

    Have you ever stopped to wonder why people debate about religion? why is it necessary to tell someone else they are wrong? Why is there a need to say someone else is wrong? Can we accept what others believe and not have it threaten our own faith and beliefs? Is there perhaps someone that you...
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    How you post helps or hinders the dyslexic

    Hey guys and gals, I just wanted to ask you if you could make an effort to use paragraphs and fonts that are not small. It would help me and others with reading difficulties to be able to discern and assimilate better what you are posting. Fonts like Georgia and Verdana are GREAT. Nothing...
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    Gratitude:honoring our parents

    Today, I had a humbling experience. Someone told me that he was so impressed that I could bake bread the way I do. He started out by saying that he always thought his mother was the best cook in the world until he had my bread and the different ways I have of making that and for the various...
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    Leaving Christianity

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    Department 56 Snow Villiage

    I collect Department 56 Snow Villiage peices. They remind me so much of being a little girl in the sixties. My small town of Rapid City looked like alot of the busineses and homes. Having been born in 58 and the 50's era was loved and admired throughout the sixties...what can I say we were a...
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    Deconverting

    It has been coming for a long time and particularly over the last five months. I have left the Christian icon behind me fully. I have adopted the pagan icon as I find more comfort in following it than I ever did Christianity. This is not to say I do not still hold Jesus in the highest of...
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    Leaving Christianity

    I have been coming to this point for the last 10 months now and I decided to change my religious icon to reflect Paganism. I have come to see that I just don't believe in Christianity and particularly not this forums version of it. I wish you all the best as I will not be posting in here...
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    Barley for mild drinks???

    Hey Swart, DocT, fatboys, and all yall other Latter-day Saints out there. My husband and I were discussing the Word of Wisdom tonight and I read D&C 89 to him. We were wondering, can you tell us what you think of this verse? D&C 89: 17 Nevertheless, wheat for man, and corn for the ox, and...
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    Why believe in hell?

    To what end would one diliberately choose to believe in hell? With the various religions represented on this forum, I would like to know what the different beliefs are. Is it called hell? Is it the same as Christianity's version of hell? What purpose does it serve to hold such beliefs?
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    Which is it ?

    Why do I see people posting with the spellings of Molsem instead of Muslim? Why are people on this forum always claiming christian love and extend non to our Muslim brothers and sisters? Are we to act like Jesus or not? What does that mean? Are we allowed to speak harshly to them or be...
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    Do you feel uplifted by your religion or battered

    Tonight might just be a bad night but I just had someone tell me that I am struggling because I am not a good enough religious person. Ever go through this? I just feel like throwing in the towel. Casi
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    Did God create evil?

    On another thread it was mentioned that Wiccans believe that God created good AND evil. Is that what Wiccans really believe? I have had opposing opinions on this subject. Also, all other faiths, does your religion teach this principle? Thanks for your participation. *Please note*...