Should we vote for...

[ReformedChapin]

A description on the side of our forum stating..

Conservative Christians-For Real Christians Only

Keep in mind that this doesn't mean we don't allow questions from non-christians or make changes any of the rules. This only means we include a small description on the side of our forum title. This doesn't mean that other denominations or people in other congregations aren't Christians it's a statement that we want a sanctuary for bible believing Christians who refuse to compromise. *This poll is strictly for conservatives only* Please provide a reason why you voted like you did and also be clear that this poll is open to other potential descriptions. I'm well aware that many are scared to take a strong stance because of our postmodern culture, but it good to atleast discuss it.

 

[Voegelin]

Voted "Not sure- but I suggest this... "

Don't have a suggestion at present. But I will.

How many characters fit in the description?

 

[ReformedChapin]

Voted "Not sure- but I suggest this... "

Don't have a suggestion at present. But I will.

How many characters fit in the description?

no clue...

 

[CyberPaladin]

I like the idea of having label indicating certains threads and all polls are for conservatives only. I don't like this phrase of yours "Conservative Christians-For Real Christians Only" you might as well go over the liberals forum and beg them come here and flame us.

 

[Voegelin]

I agree Cyber. Not that I mind a motto which makes it very clear what we are. But that is where the emphasis should be. On what we are, not on what others are not.

 

[CyberPaladin]

I agree Cyber. Not that I mind a motto which makes it very clear what we are. But that is where the emphasis should be. On what we are, not on what others are not.

I think it would be more productive to try to work on a pharse that focus on the divinity of the Trinity and our belief that the Bible is the owrd of God.

I have no problem with being a harsh during the web board shouting matches which occur but this is going to be our forums motto we should be stating what we stand for not taking a potshot at the liberals.

 

[Voegelin]

Not suggesting this specifically but Ohio's motto from Matthew 19:26 "With God, All Things Are Possible" is the type of general term I incline toward.

Some Liberals would get the point. A liberal group sued to force Ohio to change its motto. Conservatives, of course, defended it.

 

[CyberPaladin]

Not suggesting this specifically but Ohio's motto from Matthew 19:26 "With God, All Things Are Possible" is the type of general term I incline toward.

Some Liberals would get the point. A liberal group sued to force Ohio to change its motto. Conservatives, of course, defended it.

I know that's one of the things I love about my state.

I think it's definetly the direction we should head.

 

[Sothron]

I voted yes with the addendum that "real Christians who believe in the Nicene Creed" otherwise we are sending a message I can not agree with. I am not comfortable with labelling something as real only if it is leans one side of the fence. Affirming the Nicene Creed however is simply providing a groundwork for common agreement.

 

[dinkime]

just SLIGHTLY judgemental, i am not God, so i do not know who is a "REAL" Christian

 

[ReformedChapin]

just SLIGHTLY judgemental, i am not God, so i do not know who is a "REAL" Christian

Well the scripture says I'll shall recognize your works. Also this doesn't mean that people that aren't here aren't Christians it just means we welcome Real Christians.

Also what do you suggest as an alternative?

 

[CyberPaladin]

Well the scripture says I'll shall recognize your works. Also this doesn't mean that people that aren't here aren't Christians it just means we welcome Real Christians.

NewGuy101 I apologize since your intent wasn't to take a jab at others. But the current wording does seem like it could be very easily confused as such.

 

[ReformedChapin]

NewGuy101 I apologize since your intent wasn't to take a jab at others. But the current wording does seem like it could be very easily confused as such.

Well how would you rephrase it...

 

[meh]

Absolutely NOT. Nicene Creed Christians is fine. Whatever. But not "real" Christians. It's a flame. People might be more liberal than us theologically but we have no way of knowing whether or not Jesus considers them "real" Christians.

In fact, if we put up the phrase real Christians I'll leave.

We don't have to be snide or cruel or arrogant here.

 

[ReformedChapin]

Absolutely NOT. Nicene Creed Christians is fine. Whatever. But not "real" Christians. It's a flame. People might be more liberal than us theologically but we have no way of knowing whether or not Jesus considers them "real" Christians.

In fact, if we put up the phrase real Christians I'll leave.

We don't have to be snide or cruel or arrogant here.

I think I'm going to have to rephrase my OP....

 

[CyberPaladin]

Well how would you rephrase it...

I'm working on some ideas I'm much better with numbers than wording so I'm not really coming anything yet I would want to present.
Also this is the part of the reason why I started that thread where I begged people to please do discussion threads before polls because how you intend something to be and how it comes across can very different especialy on the web.

 

[intricatic]

"Historical Christians" ?

 

[Debi1967]

I voted yes with the addendum that "real Christians who believe in the Nicene Creed" otherwise we are sending a message I can not agree with. I am not comfortable with labelling something as real only if it is leans one side of the fence. Affirming the Nicene Creed however is simply providing a groundwork for common agreement.

I have to concur and I voted yes too

 

[ReformedChapin]

How about "For Genuine Nicene Creed Christians" or "Historic Nicene Creed Christians Welcomed" ?

 

[Debi1967]

How about "For Genuine Nicene Creed Christians" or "Historic Nicene Creed Christians Welcomed" ?

Historic would be better wording