Is this the right place?

[bass_prayer]

Hi, I'm Nathan.
I'm a husband, father, musician, nerd, and wanna-be inventor.
I was raised a Christian and made my faith my own in high school.

I'm looking for meaningful but civil discussion with other Christians about things that have me stumped. There's a long list of things that stump me, but the the items near the top are:
- Why are so many Christians saying/doing X when it looks to me like the Bible says the opposite? What am I missing?
- I was taught young-earth creationism growing up, but have since learned about Christians that believe God + evolution were both at work in our origins. Mind blown. Lots of questions.
- What's the right way to raise kids in the age of phones?

I know some of those get pretty controversial, but I'm really not here to pick any fights. I'm looking for diversity of thought from different perspectives. Am I in the right place?

 

[Sabertooth]

Hello & welcome.

I'm looking for meaningful but civil discussion with other Christians about things that have me stumped. There's a long list of things that stump me, but the the items near the top are:
- Why are so many Christians saying/doing X when it looks to me like the Bible says the opposite? What am I missing?
- I was taught young-earth creationism growing up, but have since learned about Christians that believe God + evolution were both at work in our origins. Mind blown. Lots of questions.
- What's the right way to raise kids in the age of phones?

1. We are each at different places when we get Saved (if Saved). God doesn't teach everyone the same lessons in the same order, but we will all end up aligned with Jesus as we seek Him [1 John 3:2].
2. From where I sit, Old-Earth Creation (most importantly) does not allow for Original Sin. Without OS, we do not need a Savior.
3. The issue isn't "raising kids in the age of [smart] phones." It is about raising your kids according to their particular needs. That calls for wisdom.

 

[sandman]

- I was taught young-earth creationism growing up, but have since learned about Christians that believe God + evolution were both at work in our origins. Mind blown. Lots of questions.
- What's the right way to raise kids in the age of phones?

Welcome.....
I guess I am a young earth to a greater degree....but I am still trying to figure.... How the aliens landed in the garden of Eden and convinced (ishshâh) Eve to eat the fruit and why Adam didn't see the space ship land...........

Just kidding about the aliens....

When it comes to kids ...trust your instincts and your heart.... nobody knows your kids like you do...and my advise may not be applicable. My kids never watched cartoons (albeit, some select Disney movies) nor did they play video games....reading & crafts were strongly encouraged. Phones were on a as needed basis until a specified age after which limitations (rules) were set with consequences if violated....which they never did.

 

[sunshineforJesus]

Hi and welcome.

 

[Aussie Pete]

Hi, I'm Nathan.
I'm a husband, father, musician, nerd, and wanna-be inventor.
I was raised a Christian and made my faith my own in high school.

I'm looking for meaningful but civil discussion with other Christians about things that have me stumped. There's a long list of things that stump me, but the the items near the top are:
- Why are so many Christians saying/doing X when it looks to me like the Bible says the opposite? What am I missing?
- I was taught young-earth creationism growing up, but have since learned about Christians that believe God + evolution were both at work in our origins. Mind blown. Lots of questions.
- What's the right way to raise kids in the age of phones?

I know some of those get pretty controversial, but I'm really not here to pick any fights. I'm looking for diversity of thought from different perspectives. Am I in the right place?

Welcome.

 

[Peter J Barban]

If you want vigorous argument, there a lot of forums for you here.

If you want a safe space for your particular views there are also forums for that.

The tricky part is knowing the rules of each forum.

 

[musicalpilgrim]

Hi Nathan, welcome to the forum in Jesus name it's a great place to be for fellowship with other Christians.

 

[kingsdaughter85]

Welcome to CF. Have a great time here. God bless you.

 

[Andrewn]

Welcome to the CF. Hope you enjoy the fellowship and discussions.

 

[hedrick]

CF is ok for those questions, but please look for the right forum. This particular one is for saying hi. There is a specific creation evolution forum and also one for parenting.

 

[Maria Billingsley]

Hi, I'm Nathan.
I'm a husband, father, musician, nerd, and wanna-be inventor.
I was raised a Christian and made my faith my own in high school.

I'm looking for meaningful but civil discussion with other Christians about things that have me stumped. There's a long list of things that stump me, but the the items near the top are:
- Why are so many Christians saying/doing X when it looks to me like the Bible says the opposite? What am I missing?
- I was taught young-earth creationism growing up, but have since learned about Christians that believe God + evolution were both at work in our origins. Mind blown. Lots of questions.
- What's the right way to raise kids in the age of phones?

I know some of those get pretty controversial, but I'm really not here to pick any fights. I'm looking for diversity of thought from different perspectives. Am I in the right place?

Welcome to CF!

 

[Maria Billingsley]

Hi, I'm Nathan.
I'm a husband, father, musician, nerd, and wanna-be inventor.
I was raised a Christian and made my faith my own in high school.

I'm looking for meaningful but civil discussion with other Christians about things that have me stumped. There's a long list of things that stump me, but the the items near the top are:
- Why are so many Christians saying/doing X when it looks to me like the Bible says the opposite? What am I missing?
- I was taught young-earth creationism growing up, but have since learned about Christians that believe God + evolution were both at work in our origins. Mind blown. Lots of questions.
- What's the right way to raise kids in the age of phones?

I know some of those get pretty controversial, but I'm really not here to pick any fights. I'm looking for diversity of thought from different perspectives. Am I in the right place?

My humble answers:
Why are so many Christians saying/doing X when it looks to me like the Bible says the opposite? What am I missing?
We are still in the flesh. Not everyone who claims to be a Christian actually lives doing the "will of the Father". Be it by bad teaching, hypocrisy or ignorance, those with discernment should lead by example so that those on the wide road of destruction can get back on the narrow road that leads to life.
- I was taught young-earth creationism growing up, but have since learned about Christians that believe God + evolution were both at work in our origins. Mind blown. Lots of questions.
Old earth theory does not mean you have to subscribe to evolution. There is a third view.
- What's the right way to raise kids in the age of phones?
They can only communicate with a parent. Then slowly introduce other family, then friends. By the time they are 18 full use can be granted.

 

[Freth]

Welcome to the forums!

 

[Anhelyna]

Welcome to CF Nathan

I'm sure you will find plenty of folk here , with whom you can exchange views on these topics.

Hope you enjoy being here with us

 

[Mayflower1]

Hi, I'm Nathan.
I'm a husband, father, musician, nerd, and wanna-be inventor.
I was raised a Christian and made my faith my own in high school.

I'm looking for meaningful but civil discussion with other Christians about things that have me stumped. There's a long list of things that stump me, but the the items near the top are:
- Why are so many Christians saying/doing X when it looks to me like the Bible says the opposite? What am I missing?
- I was taught young-earth creationism growing up, but have since learned about Christians that believe God + evolution were both at work in our origins. Mind blown. Lots of questions.
- What's the right way to raise kids in the age of phones?

I know some of those get pretty controversial, but I'm really not here to pick any fights. I'm looking for diversity of thought from different perspectives. Am I in the right place?

Welcome to CF. Thankful you are here!!!! Sounds like you are in a good place for good discussion.

Wannabe inventor? One day I dream of something that will fly me my keys/phone, whatever I lose, wherever they are at.

 

[Joined2krist]

Hi Nathan, welcome aboard!

 

[tampasteve]

Welcome, I am glad that you are here with us!