| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 5:54:33 AM | For those new to this board, it is important to understand that I do not troll to make mischief, intent to mock, or what some call "blaspheme". My views are just as important to me as anyone else’s are to them here, and it is right to debate those views with respect. I don't believe speaking one's mind is disrespectful, and I do not delude myself with rants.
The question is: Should I be defensive every time someone attacks me, or should I just pass it off?
I'd like to think a 'Christian' would understand, 'throwing stones' are a pretty feeble, if not stupid, way of correcting an individuals freedom of speech. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 6:03:05 AM | skypoetone:...
I for one, may not 100% agree with everything you say, but as I have said in a couple of other posts, I would be the FIRST one in line to defend your RIGHT to state your thought's...
Christ came with open arms, not pointing an accusing finger...
ALL "Christians" should realise this. (and 'non'-christians too)
Conversely, I have been called an 'idiot', 'stupid', and a slew of other childish names by a troll poster on another thread; simply for my expressing views, scientific facts and evidences 'For' the Creation Account, as opposed to the Evolution Theory...Go Figure.
As a side note though, here are a couple of books for suggestion to read, as to the topic of the historical accuracies and truths of the "Bible"; (Both Old & New Testaments)
"Evidence that Demands a Verdict" "More Evidence that Demands a Verdict"
2 volumes, both by Josh McDowell | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 6:09:52 AM | You're most welcome....
Also, as I heard it once said:
"Some people develop 'just' enough Religion (and/or beliefs and/or ideologies, etc) to HATE, but not enough Faith to LOVE."
(kinda goes back to what I said; Christ came with open arms, not an accusing pointing finger...) | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 6:09:59 AM | | Same here ... I see this place as being for religious debate, not preaching or decrying others. Perhaps if anything was preached it should be respect for others views. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 6:10:43 AM | Sky,
I am also a person that is not with out a belief system, I do try and sluff off certain attacks, but then after awhile I bite back.
Maybe it is not something I should do, but it happens.
IMHO it is usually better to let it go and not be drawn into the negativity. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 7:44:25 AM | | We should all just pass it off and not get defensive. But, we are all human. and that just goes with our nature. I get short with people on here at times. usually i see it after it,s to late. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 9:19:10 AM |
For those new to this board, it is important to understand that I do not troll .....
Forgive my ignorance (new to this board) I was wondering if someone could define "troll" for me. I don't have a clue what it means! Much appreciated. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 9:26:37 AM | River,
A troll is a person that posts a topic specifically designed to provoke people into an arguement.
If you are new to the board you might want to go to the *off topic* section and read the rules before posting too much. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 10:39:19 AM | mardioluv4u;
I was simply making light of responses... sometimes you got to laugh my friend, either that or die miserable, I am, by nature a light-hearted/broadminded guy and some times I laugh at myself... try it, you won't regret it.  | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 11:49:07 AM | don't sweat the small shit, dude. there are some real nutbars in here, and it's fun to rattle their cages. we all know who they are... i have my personal beliefs, and i usually don't say anything about what they are in here. i will argue with the assholes, though.
sfl - i just bite. i have zero tolerance for that kind of bullshit. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 12:53:06 PM | One thing to keep in mind and Im not saying you have done this, but in a forum like this with ppl who belive in God and Jesus as well as others, ppl can get hurt I guess or take things the wrong way when ppl who dont belive say things like you cant belive there is a God or your crazy to belive that and it just seems to build and get bigger and bigger sometimes. And that can go the other way as well some person who says they are a chriatian telling some who does not belive the are crazy or dumb or even your going to hell.
A true christian should allways forgive and forget, Jesus did!
I think both Christian and non christian ppl on this forum should be more respectful and try to help each other not blast each other.
Just my thoughts | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 2:08:30 PM | | ^^^i doubt he was referring to you. there are people in here who are willing to degrade, insult, and even threaten those of different faiths. we should be able to have discussions involving people of different opinions without the bullshit. there are a few in here who go way too far. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 2:12:40 PM | Sky don't take it personally. As you've notice I'm Prime Target for the personal attacks around here by a few and new identities pop up daily seemingly for the only purpose but to stalk me and harrass me. If I took what they said seriously I'd be a very bitter person, but I choose to sit back and think the following: If they really have to pick me apart personally OR spiritually, than they themselves truly have alot of deep issues that they need to sort through themselves. But hey...if picking on me makes them feel better....whatever works. It's just like being on the playground with the bullies back in 4th grade. No sweat.... do your thing, try to consciencly be aware of HOW you are wording things and enjoy the forums! The best thing you can do is be true to what you beleive, and just promote it/debate it with respect for those around you.
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 2:15:24 PM | | ^^^think about it, darlin'. would you really want idiots like that to like you? seems to me like that would be an indication that there was something waaaaay wrong with you. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 2:21:33 PM | A very enlightened view funn1. Saddly there are many people on this forum who do not share your live and let live philsophy.
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 4:30:50 PM | SweetTreat;
I listen to people like yourself, and those here, who know where I really stand. Thank you for your honesty... appreciated! | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 6:02:53 PM | If you find ought to disagree with, that is as it ought be. Train your mind to test every thought, ideology, train of reasoning, and claim to truth. There is no justice when even a single voice goes unheard. 1 Thessalonians 5:21, 1 John 4:1-3, John 14:26, John 16:26, Revelation 12:10, Proverbs 14:15, Proverbs 18:13
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/28/2005 6:18:23 PM | | Thanx Dei... my train of thought is running very nicely and keeps good time. You know what they say? A train without a station has no destination. | |
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| Please note: I am NOT a Godless person Posted: 11/29/2005 9:35:46 PM | | Skypoet, I am confused. Understand this is NOT an attack, but merely a question. I have seen post by you that attacked the Bible and have seen posts by you that defended the Bible. Just curious as to what you do believe, if you wouldn't mind sharing. | |
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