watch what you say

[jiminpa]

This is Christian forums. Be careful what you say. The names have changed, but the iron fist of political correctness remains the same.

Goodbye.

 

[ydouxist]

I'm not easily offended, but I easily offend..

 

[dkbwarrior]

 

[lilmissmontana]

and

 

[NewSong]

Not all sheep are defenseless,
some have rather large horns.

 

[rmw8855]

It has nothing to do with political correctness, it has to do with the rules, especially the one marked in red.

• The names or titles of God, including Jesus Christ and the Persons of the Trinity (Father, Son, or Holy Spirit), in any language, are not to be used as expletives or interjections or in an abusive, mocking, or insulting way.
• Sharing of information about one's beliefs, for instance by quoting Bible verses or witnessing, is encouraged. Honest debate and discussion regarding the existence and nature of God is allowed and welcome. Mockery of Christians, Christians beliefs, and the Christian God are not.
• You will not promote any faith, belief, or religion other than Nicene Christianity. Promotion of Satanism and occultism is strictly prohibited. Promotion is defined as encouragement of the progress, growth, or acceptance of something including advertising and publicity.
• Flaming, baiting, trolling, or feeding trolls is not allowed. This also applies to groups. In other words, play nice, don't hurt others, nor call them names.
• If you think you are being flamed, choose *not* to be offended, but instead take a break, and communicate, rather than escalating or accusing others.
• Defamation is not allowed.
• Harassment of another member is not allowed.
• Threads which are off topic for the individual forums are not allowed, and substantial derails of threads are not looked upon in a favorable fashion.
• Congregational Forums wishing to remain safe havens may choose to limit debate to members of their own denomination, insist that all posts conform to their creed etc.
• Age and or gender restrictions are to be respected.
• Reasonable confidentiality will be respected by Staff and Members, alike.
• Issues with staff decisions should be taken to the staff member, then the reconciliation team, period. Don't post them, don't PM them to others, don't take them to Lee.
• Do not say racist or sexist things. If the swear filter is activated, edit your post, don't try to bypass it. Don't post graphics or text you would not be comfortable sharing with someone's grandmother.
• Don't break the law, don't violate copyright, threaten others, or do or promote anything illegal.
• Don't spam in threads or sigs, don't promote get rich quick schemes anywhere on the site.
• Use the brain God gave you. Think before you post. Think about how your post may affect someone else.

The best way to avoid breaking this rule is to NEVER address the poster (other than in fellowship) and always respond to the post itself. Personal attacks, insults, or ridicule will almost always get reported.

 

[lismore]

This is Christian forums. Be careful what you say. The names have changed, but the iron fist of political correctness remains the same.

Goodbye.

Was someone talking about the moosies again?

 

[pinetree]

Could not one asking a question be called.."baiting" When one is loosing a debate,does he cry "flaming,if the other person drives home a good point?

America,was founded on debate,and thank God Paul debated too...

 

[Alpine]

Could not one asking a question be called.."baiting" When one is loosing a debate,does he cry "flaming,if the other person drives home a good point?

America,was founded on debate,and thank God Paul debated too...

*gasp* But, not everyone on this site is American.

 

[pinetree]

*gasp* But, not everyone on this site is American.

I now feel false humility..

 

[Alpine]

LOL


I'm proud to be humble!!!

 

[rmw8855]

Could not one asking a question be called.."baiting" When one is loosing a debate,does he cry "flaming,if the other person drives home a good point?

America,was founded on debate,and thank God Paul debated too...

There are so many variables it is hard to say. How was the question worded? Was it overly sarcastic? Was the question asked just to get a rise out of someone? ...

In general, if it is an honest question, it shouldn't be ruled as baiting.

 

[lismore]

*gasp* But, not everyone on this site is American.

Yay!

We had High Kings and celtic music 2,000 years before America became America!

 

[pinetree]

There are so many variables it is hard to say. How was the question worded? Was it overly sarcastic? Was the question asked just to get a rise out of someone? ...

In general, if it is an honest question, it shouldn't be ruled as baiting.

Thank you for your points...

What I notice is..it is kinda like a fun football game....sure we get heated..but in the end,we cool down,and go have a spiritual beer.. "iron sharpens iron"

What I have noticed is as we surf the site,we come to know each other a bit,and some of the very quaterbacks on one thread,are playing rough...then on the next thread,they are crying "foul" Suddenly they want touch football Tennis anyone?

 

[rmw8855]

Thank you for your points...

What I notice is..it is kinda like a fun football game....sure we get heated..but in the end,we cool down,and go have a spiritual beer.. "iron sharpens iron"

What I have noticed is as we surf the site,we come to know each other a bit,and some of the very quaterbacks on one thread,are playing rough...then on the next thread,they are crying "foul" Suddenly they want touch football Tennis anyone?

That's why we have to take responsibility for our own posts. If we are careful to stay within the rule guidelines then there is never a reason for someone to cry "foul". Or at least if they cry "foul" the report will get ruled NV (no violation).

We can't control what someone else types, but we can control how we respond. If we all stop and think how our post affects other people before we reply, there would be alot less reports & fewer hurt feelings.

 

[sebastian]

I think the main problem is the intention of some people. they ask questions but don;t want to know the answer and are just setting people up to 'win' an argument. It' not about learning it's about pride. Debate need not be ugly and nasty, debate that is done in that manner benefits nobody and nothing is proven and nothing is learned, nobody moves forward with a new understanding just bad feelings.
and it feels that it's got to a point where if you do ask a genuine question everyone feels like your just waiting before you put your own argument across and are presuming your just picking a fight rather than wanting to know something.

 

[pinetree]

Yay!

We had High Kings and celtic music 2,000 years before America became America!

I keep telling you,I am going to come live with you! Now I really want to,,Good seafood?

 

[lismore]

I keep telling you,I am going to come live with you! Now I really want to,,Good seafood?

Yea. Ever had an Arbroath Smokie?


http://www.arbroathsmokies.net/

 

[pinetree]

Yea. Ever had an Arbroath Smokie?


http://www.arbroathsmokies.net/

mmmmmm smells good!

 

[pinetree]

That's why we have to take responsibility for our own posts. If we are careful to stay within the rule guidelines then there is never a reason for someone to cry "foul". Or at least if they cry "foul" the report will get ruled NV (no violation).

We can't control what someone else types, but we can control how we respond. If we all stop and think how our post affects other people before we reply, there would be alot less reports & fewer hurt feelings.

Good points..ya know what else..it is soooo easy to misunderstand each other,starring at at a screen! thanks,pinetree