A Little Clarification is in Order

[Terri]

You know what, Bill? I don't fit in a nice neat little package either?

God Bless!!

Well, I come all wrapped up in a pretty little package with a pretty little bow on top!!

 

[BBAS 64]

You know what, Bill? I don't fit in a nice neat little package either?

God Bless!!

Bill

 

[BBAS 64]

Well, I come all wrapped up in a pretty little package with a pretty little bow on top!!

Terri,

How darn cute are YOU?



Bill

 

[Terri]

Terri,

How darn cute are YOU?



Bill

Awwwwww I bet you just like pretty bows Bill!!

Well, I was called "Cutesy Poo" over in IDD once, but I don't think it was meant as a compliment.

But, it was nice to know that my personality can annoy people on the internet as well as it can in real life.

 

[ej]

Comments have been made regarding the fact there is less unity in the Protestant, Reformed and Evangelical (P/R/E) forum than in the One Bread One Body (OBOB) and the Orthodox forums. Many people ask or wonder, why?

Here’s why, the title of the forum is your first reason. Protestant, Reformed and Evangelical. You have what could be considered three different movements or theologies which in-and-of themselves, encompass many, many different denominations. Then you have the OBOB and the Orthodox forums. Each of these faiths have their own forum. If the Christian Forums Message Boards had decided to combine the OBOB forum with the Orthodox forum, you would see a little disunity. There wouldn’t be as much disunity, because you would still only have two different faiths as opposed to the numerous faiths who fellowship together in the P/R/E forum.

Hey Lisa

This was a good point to make.
I strongly believe that people worship God in the way which most suits them, and most convinces them of God's power and love.

You didn't mention the 'Charismatic Movement' forum, which is a separate entity within 'Congregation.' Why do you think they have a forum of their own?

Keep the peace, and remember what we all have in common!
Emma

 

[Col]

Yeah, I've seen several ugly comments in there by different people about people that believe as I do about the rapture. Can't say I feel very welcome in there.

But, I do enjoy getting to know how people really feel!!

Yeah I am with you Terri, PRE and the Fundies are great because you can actually find out what people think and not what they are told to think. (I too am a little hard to categorise...I think we all are really). Even though we have many denominations we can still discuss very deeply and even at times with opposing views without resorting to name calling. This ability to openly discuss (often passionately) our grasp of Christianity with a view to furthering our knowledge from the input of others is something we should celebrate.
Now some may have a quick scan of threads and with a closed-mind write us off as argueing, when in fact we are simply challenging our own faith and each others in an effort to better understand and strenghten it. What better way to truly know what you actually believe, than to have it challenged and have to answer. Isn't that what we have to do everytime we share our faith out there in the everyday "real world". This is a great practice ground for evangelism when you think of it.
I think it would be a mistake to segregate the denominations too much, or else we would simply be preaching to the choir. Exchanging ideas and each other's views is much more exciting, if nothing else it gives us food for thought. Afterall no one here has all the answers, we are all simply struggling to know God, the only one who does have all the answers

Bless Ya
Col <><

 

[racer]

Well, I come all wrapped up in a pretty little package with a pretty little bow on top!!

Terri,

Wellll . . . . . aren't you special . . .

(note: I'm sure you know I'm just kidding )

 

[racer]

Bill

Backatcha, Bill. I needed that.

 

[racer]

Hey Lisa

This was a good point to make.
I strongly believe that people worship God in the way which most suits them, and most convinces them of God's power and love.

You didn't mention the 'Charismatic Movement' forum, which is a separate entity within 'Congregation.' Why do you think they have a forum of their own?

Keep the peace, and remember what we all have in common!
Emma

ej,

Oooops, didn't mean to leave anybody out. Actually, I was just pointing out the differences between threads relating to only one faith as opposed to threads covering numerous threads.

Really can't say why the Charismatic Movement has it's own forum, though?

 

[racer]

I think it would be a mistake to segregate the denominations too much, or else we would simply be preaching to the choir. Exchanging ideas and each other's views is much more exciting, if nothing else it gives us food for thought. Afterall no one here has all the answers, we are all simply struggling to know God, the only one who does have all the answers

Bless Ya
Col <><

Col,

I agree wholeheartedly, however there are those who like to present challenges, but get a tad nasty when the challenge is not only met, but huge gaping wholes get poiked in their arguments. That's when things get ugly.

 

[Col]

Col,

I agree wholeheartedly, however there are those who like to present challenges, but get a tad nasty when the challenge is not only met, but huge gaping wholes get poiked in their arguments. That's when things get ugly.

Ah, yes I know where you are coming from. There are always going to be the exceptions of those who do not understand the purpose and benefits of discussion and the exchanging of ideas, or cannot take constructive criticism. Who knows, maybe these angry dispruptive people are just "sent to test us". I think the best way to deal with people spoiling for a fight is, not to give them one. It is a bit like toddlers throwing tantrums, if you ignore them they soon get tired of it.
I think that all in all these unhelpful souls are in the minority, however it is wise to remember that ugly arguments can develop, and it is then that we must display the wisdom and presence of mind to graciously retire from an unfuitful exchange.

Bless Ya
Col <><

 

[Terri]

Terri,

Wellll . . . . . aren't you special . . .

(note: I'm sure you know I'm just kidding )

No need to tell me you are kidding! I always assume people are kidding. I have missed alot of insults I'm sure with my assuming that though. So if you ever want to insult me please put it in insult tags so I will know it!

[INSULT]Place insult here[/INSULT]

OK, I know I am silly!! I will shut up now!! It's amazing what lack of sleep can do to the old brain!!

 

[Terri]

Yeah I am with you Terri, PRE and the Fundies are great because you can actually find out what people think and not what they are told to think. (I too am a little hard to categorise...I think we all are really). Even though we have many denominations we can still discuss very deeply and even at times with opposing views without resorting to name calling. This ability to openly discuss (often passionately) our grasp of Christianity with a view to furthering our knowledge from the input of others is something we should celebrate.
Now some may have a quick scan of threads and with a closed-mind write us off as argueing, when in fact we are simply challenging our own faith and each others in an effort to better understand and strenghten it. What better way to truly know what you actually believe, than to have it challenged and have to answer. Isn't that what we have to do everytime we share our faith out there in the everyday "real world". This is a great practice ground for evangelism when you think of it.
I think it would be a mistake to segregate the denominations too much, or else we would simply be preaching to the choir. Exchanging ideas and each other's views is much more exciting, if nothing else it gives us food for thought. Afterall no one here has all the answers, we are all simply struggling to know God, the only one who does have all the answers

Bless Ya
Col <><

Great Post Col!!

I just love PRE. The people here are great. Even if not all of their beliefs are as right as mine.