CyberPaladin
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Hello Tel and Mel that's wierd the last 2 to join up the abrevations of there names rhyme.
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CF has always been a site that welcomes people from different backgrounds and beliefs to participate in discussion and even debate. That is the nature of its ministry. In view of recent events emotions are running very high. We need to remind people of some basic principles in debating on this site. We need to be civil when we express differences in opinion. No personal attacks. Avoid you, your statements. Don't characterize an entire political party with comparisons to Fascism or Communism or other extreme movements that committed atrocities. CF is not the place for broad brush or blanket statements about groups and political parties. Put the broad brushes and blankets away when you come to CF, better yet, put them in the incinerator. Debate had no place for them. We need to remember that people that commit acts of violence represent themselves or a small extreme faction.
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Lisa0315
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I am a Conservative Christian who believes in the Word of God. I am conservative politically as well, but I do not vote by party. I vote on the person that matches most closely with my beliefs.
At the same time, I do not believe in forcing my beliefs on anyone. I wait on God to open the door. I just have to be willing to walk through it. I don't know if that makes sense to anyone, but my church, while I agree with it in doctrine, it has a faction of members there that are the real in your face kind of witnesses. I just do not happen to agree with that.
I am a very active member here and I spend most of my time in Debate. However, I really need a congregational forum home as well. I was very excited to see this forum open up and even more enthusiastic when I read the Statement of Beliefs or whatever we are calling it.
Yes, I am For the changes here at CF. However, it has been brought to my attention that some members have been hurt by these changes. First, I would like to say that I have probably participated in a negative way myself, but I am going to stop effective NOW. There is one person in particular that I believe I probably crossed a line with and I will make that right.
I would far rather work to help heal those hurts and restore peace than to continue fighting with people. I want this congregation to be a place of refuge and peace. I would like to come here and rest when I am tired of debating rules and defending the Word of God.
So, please do not be concerned if you see me here in this congregation. I will not cause harm, but I sure hope this is not going to be just a place to vent about the changes either. I hope it can be a place in which we can truly lean on each other and fellowship with each other.
Lisa
At the same time, I do not believe in forcing my beliefs on anyone. I wait on God to open the door. I just have to be willing to walk through it. I don't know if that makes sense to anyone, but my church, while I agree with it in doctrine, it has a faction of members there that are the real in your face kind of witnesses. I just do not happen to agree with that.
I am a very active member here and I spend most of my time in Debate. However, I really need a congregational forum home as well. I was very excited to see this forum open up and even more enthusiastic when I read the Statement of Beliefs or whatever we are calling it.
Yes, I am For the changes here at CF. However, it has been brought to my attention that some members have been hurt by these changes. First, I would like to say that I have probably participated in a negative way myself, but I am going to stop effective NOW. There is one person in particular that I believe I probably crossed a line with and I will make that right.
I would far rather work to help heal those hurts and restore peace than to continue fighting with people. I want this congregation to be a place of refuge and peace. I would like to come here and rest when I am tired of debating rules and defending the Word of God.
So, please do not be concerned if you see me here in this congregation. I will not cause harm, but I sure hope this is not going to be just a place to vent about the changes either. I hope it can be a place in which we can truly lean on each other and fellowship with each other.
Lisa
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Hi, everyone. I was raised in a Christian family and personally accepted Jesus as my Savior at age 16. I consider myself a conservative (but not a fundamentalist) on most theological, moral, and political issues. My hubby is a pastor, and we have three kids. 
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In my experience, labels such as "conservative" and "liberal" are slippery things, so I hesitate to apply them too firmly to myself. I tend to be rejected by people on both ends of the spectrum. In terms of scriptural authority, God's call to holiness in all aspects of life, and other such issues, my theology is conservative/evangelical. However, many people who believe as I do on just about every other issue will label me a liberal (or worse) because I am a pastor and believe my call is supported by scripture. So I don't know if I belong here or not -- a couple of people have invited me to come be a part of this forum, but I've been burned in the past... I'm sure you'll understand that I don't want to constantly fight for my right to be a part of this group. I don't post in "my" congregational forum anymore because of all the flames I was getting. I tried the liberal forum, and while they were nice and welcoming, I really didn't have anything in common with them. So... I'm going to lurk around here and see if this is a place where I might fit. It would be nice to have a fellowship forum to call "home." It's pretty much up to you guys -- if you can accept me as a conservative Christian woman who is a pastor, then I'll stick around. If not, then this isn't the forum for me.
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I have no problem wth that, sister!
You are very welcome as far as I am concerned!
If God has called you, can't see how we can argue with Him!
You are very welcome as far as I am concerned!
If God has called you, can't see how we can argue with Him!
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Macrina
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I have no problem wth that, sister!
You are very welcome as far as I am concerned!
If God has called you, can't see how we can argue with Him!
Well, Macrina, I do accept you with open arms.
Thank you both. I have experienced much rejection on CF, and your welcome is appreciated.
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CyberPaladin
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Macrina that is very nice character I used to be a really big trekkie a few years ago my favorite series was DS9. After they stop making new shows I lost alot of my interest in the shows and started spending more time watching anime.
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Hi everyone..I am glad I found this thread ..I recognize a lot of you and glad to meet the ones I have seen, but not met.
I I have been here at CF for a while..I visit different threads and post in several..I was raised in a Christian home where my parents were married for 49 years until my fathers death in 1996.
I was saved at the age of 9 and been an active church member since then.
Right now I sing in 2 gospel groups and am a Sweet Adeline and sing with a ladies barbershop chorus.
I have 2 children and 9 grandchildren of whom I very proud.
I work in a library and am thinking about retirement soon.
I have been married since 1967 to a wonderful man he is not a member of CF, but I talk to him about it and he knows I do like posting and visiting here.
I look forward to visiting this thread and talking with you all...God bless...
I I have been here at CF for a while..I visit different threads and post in several..I was raised in a Christian home where my parents were married for 49 years until my fathers death in 1996.
I was saved at the age of 9 and been an active church member since then.
Right now I sing in 2 gospel groups and am a Sweet Adeline and sing with a ladies barbershop chorus.
I have 2 children and 9 grandchildren of whom I very proud.
I work in a library and am thinking about retirement soon.
I have been married since 1967 to a wonderful man he is not a member of CF, but I talk to him about it and he knows I do like posting and visiting here.
I look forward to visiting this thread and talking with you all...God bless...
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Hi I'm Dawn. I've recently left the United Methodist Church for a few reasons.
I'm a Momma of two adult daughters and Granny of one little cutie pie grandson. Just recently married a feller I met here. We are currently looking at different churches. Hard to find one that meets all our needs.
I believe most of my views are conservative with liberal tendencies
I'm a Momma of two adult daughters and Granny of one little cutie pie grandson. Just recently married a feller I met here. We are currently looking at different churches. Hard to find one that meets all our needs.
I believe most of my views are conservative with liberal tendencies
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Even if some of us disagree on certain issues I would hope that we can get along and offer the respect and love due to fellow believers.
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