Hi, I'm TNF 13!

[TNF_13]

As we would say in Japanese, yoroshiku onegaishimasu (please take care of me)! I am learning Japanese, and starting to learn another Asian language. I was on CF many years ago with an account I do not even remember what the username let alone password was, but my views since then have changed so much it is not worth digging around for it.

Therefore, I am somewhat familiar with the rules (not much has changed) and I will do my best to not cause trouble.

Anyway, I was raised ELCA-Lutheran, but was baptized... Baptist. I appreciate many different theology ideas- I like the idea of baptism as espoused by Baptist theology, the idea of intercession from the saints from Orthodox/Catholic theology, and many other ideas besides. I used to think Christianity was about following the rules, but these days, I think it is more about reflecting the love God showed us to others in many forms. I am somewhat of a hippie-Christian in that regard, I suppose (and, um, yes, sex before marriage is still wrong, just to be clear).

I also deal with some controversial areas in my spare time relating to preventing sexual abuse before it can happen, and I hope to have the opportunity to chime in when the topic comes up, as it is an important area that I happen to be familiar with, not quite by choice. I am now in a place where I can discuss that, should you wish to ask.

I hope to provide a unique perspective, given my past and present leanings, and to learn the perspectives of others.

Nice to meet you guys!

PS: Do I automatically get subscribed to watching threads still, or is there a setting I need to go change? Wait, I think I just answered my question...

 

[Tigger45]

Welcome back to CF!

 

[PloverWing]

Welcome!

 

[Hidden In Him]

I am somewhat of a hippie-Christian in that regard, I suppose (and, um, yes, sex before marriage is still wrong, just to be clear).

Thanks for clearing that up. As the scripture says, "Hold fast to that which is good," discard the rest, LoL.

Welcome back, and I hope you enjoy your stay this time around.

 

[TNF_13]

I figured that would need to be said...

 

[Hidden In Him]

I figured that would need to be said...

Peace, man. I can dig it.

 

[Little Lantern]

Welcome, TNF 13!

 

[Winken]

Check out the various forums!

 

[TNF_13]

Check out the various forums!

Will do!

 

[“Paisios”]

Welcome back to the forums. My son is learning Japanese, and has a fascination with all things of that country. I look forward to getting to know you.

 

[sunshineforJesus]

Hi and welcome here.

 

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[CatholicRose]

welcome