Do you see AFF and former-NFCF as being any different?

[Malvaro]

Do you see AFF and former-NFCF as being any different?


If so, in what ways? Are these reasons turning AFF for better or worse?
If not, what do you feel should change for AFF to become better?


Just a sincere question coming from a fellow AFF family member.... :highfive

[freeatlast]

missing a few people yet..otherwise it seems pretty similar

[Nahum]

I'm a little unclear as to who owns the forum. Thankful, but unclear.
There seems to be a ton of admin as well. I think I'm the only poster that isn't admin.

This forum looks great and is very easy to use. Everything seems to have leveled off from the hysteria that bled NFCF to death. There have been some very substantive threads that I have really enjoyed.

We seem to have lost a little bit of the preacher bashing too. Thank God!

[LadyChocolate]

...I must say, I miss Bro. Strange and Bro. Epley going at it.:smack :thwak :hunter lol!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[freeatlast]

...I must say, I miss Bro. Strange and Bro. Epley going at it.:smack :thwak :hunter lol!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Now I thought that was gettin very very old.

Guess that's just me. :bliss

[Malvaro]

....
We seem to have lost a little bit of the preacher bashing too. Thank God!

thank goodness, huh??? :D

[Nahum]

thank goodness, huh??? :D

Don't take this the wrong way, but most of the time is is the ministry that carries the majority of the conversation on these forums. Not always, but a whole bunch.

It is good to see some who had disappeared during the last six weeks of NFCF. Their voices lend a spirit of credibility to many conversations.

I may rail against certain beliefs some profess, but we had denigrated to the point of profaning holy things. I truly hope we don't go there again.

[freeatlast]

I'm a little unclear as to who owns the forum. Thankful, but unclear.
There seems to be a ton of admin as well. I think I'm the only poster that isn't admin.

This forum looks great and is very easy to use. Everything seems to have leveled off from the hysteria that bled NFCF to death. There have been some very substantive threads that I have really enjoyed.

We seem to have lost a little bit of the preacher bashing too. Thank God!

Yes that is a good thing..Hey PP..i just bashed your avatar.

[rgcraig]

There's not that many......we only added four moderators. It helps during the day when admins are away.

There are five owners, Matt, myself, Iam and two that will eventually reveal themselves.

Matthew - Head Admin
Boom
Prax
Renda
Esther
Jeanie
Lisa (Foreverblessed)
Man of Word
Malvaro
Tina
The Mrs

[Nahum]

There's not that many......we only added four moderators. It helps during the day when admins are away.

There are five owners, Matt, myself, Iam and two that will eventually reveal themselves.

Matthew - Head Admin
Boom
Prax
Renda
Esther
Jeanie
Lisa
Man of Word
Malvaro
Tina
The Mrs

Who is Lisa?

[rgcraig]

Who is Lisa?

Foreverblessed

[Nahum]

Yes that is a good thing..Hey PP..i just bashed your avatar.


HAHAHA!

psst! a little secret. it's not really me, I was just seeing if anyone would gripe about the goatee. you are one of only two. LOL!

[freeatlast]

HAHAHA!

psst! a little secret. it's not really me, I was just seeing if anyone would gripe about the goatee. you are one of only two. LOL!

I did'nt say nuthin bout the goatee..just that my fish is bigger.

I like goatees...my pastor wears one some of the time. He does shave it off when we have er uh royalty come visiting. :killinme

[Nahum]

Foreverblessed

Okay.

[Nahum]

I did'nt say nuthin bout the goatee..just that my fish is bigger.

I like goatees...my pastor wears one some of the time. He does shave it off when we have er uh royalty come visiting. :killinme


What kind of fish is that?

Don't get me started on fishing! I so wish I had that Sportsman Channel on tv. All those fishing shows! When I go to my dad's house I'm glued to it. Its a good thing I'm the no-tv obedient sort, huh? :killinme

[freeatlast]

What kind of fish is that?

Don't get me started on fishing! I so wish I had that Sportsman Channel on tv. All those fishing shows! When I go to my dad's house I'm glued to it. Its a good thing I'm the no-tv obedient sort, huh? :killinme


that be a Muskie. Fishin' my vice also. Just got back from Florida, Bass fishin in the morning and Crappie's after dark.

Last fall, myself and 7 other guys from my church went to Canada/MN Boundry waters for a week, had a great time. Probably could make room for you next time :tease

[Nahum]

that be a Muskie. Fishin' my vice also. Just got back from Florida, Bass fishin in the morning and Crappie's after dark.

Last fall, myself and 7 other guys from my church went to Canada/MN Boundry waters for a week, had a great time. Probably could make room for you next time :tease

You are my new best friend! :bliss

It's official, I like this forum much better now.
Preaching, arguing, fishing..... Am I in forum Heaven? :dunno

[vrblackwell]

that be a Muskie. Fishin' my vice also. Just got back from Florida, Bass fishin in the morning and Crappie's after dark.

Last fall, myself and 7 other guys from my church went to Canada/MN Boundry waters for a week, had a great time. Probably could make room for you next time :tease

You should let me take you down home to Louisiana to catch some reds and speckled trout. Now thats fishin. :bliss Laissez les bons temps rouler.

[Nahum]

You should let me take you down home to Louisiana to catch some reds and speckled trout. Now thats fishin. :bliss Laissez les bons temps rouler.

This is a great thread now! Thanks Malvaro! :heeheehee

VB, revrandy says trout are hard to filet. They are too bony.

Is that true, or is he just too lazy to clean them? :heeheehee

[freeatlast]

This is a great thread now! Thanks Malvaro! :heeheehee

VB, revrandy says trout are hard to filet. They are too bony.

Is that true, or is he just too lazy to clean them? :heeheehee


Never fileted a trout. But I can do a 3 to 4 pound bass in 45 seconds with my electri filet knife.

Once you use electric filet knife you'll never go back to a knife.

No wonder the Amish don't fish. j/k

[freeatlast]

You should let me take you down home to Louisiana to catch some reds and speckled trout. Now thats fishin. :bliss Laissez les bons temps rouler.

Naw..less do Canada in July. You can pick up Pastor Postor on your way, then swing by and we'll hitch up my boat and go kill us some bass and walleye.

:praying please let the fish be a bittin' :praying

[Malvaro]

i trust that this thread will eventually go back on topic....

i think fishing thread would definately draw interest....

[freeatlast]

i trust that this thread will eventually go back on topic....

i think fishing thread would definately draw interest....


Nope..we are taking over Maverick...:killinme

[Nahum]

i trust that this thread will eventually go back on topic....

i think fishing thread would definately draw interest....

I started a fishing thread Mr. Admin guy. :killinme

Sorry, but hey, look at all the posts on here!

BTW, have you been talking to my wife? She gets tired of me talking about fishing too. :dunno

[The Dean]

...We seem to have lost a little bit of the preacher bashing too. Thank God!

SUCCESS! (At least the beginnings of it!)

[Felicity]

Don't take this the wrong way, but most of the time is is the ministry that carries the majority of the conversation on these forums. Not always, but a whole bunch.

It is good to see some who had disappeared during the last six weeks of NFCF. Their voices lend a spirit of credibility to many conversations.

I may rail against certain beliefs some profess, but we had denigrated to the point of profaning holy things. I truly hope we don't go there again.I miss a bunch of the preachers who used to take part in discussion in the past. Frankly, if it wasn't for the preachers from ultra conservative to liberal I just wouldn't be interested. Like Pastor Poster said they carry a lot of the conversation - and in my opinion some of them have added most of the real weight to discussion. The lack of involvement of some is very much missed.

There's something about the "voice" of men of God who have been called to preach the Gospel. It's powerful, persuasive, anointed and effective. I appreciate they've taken the time to be involved and share their hearts and understanding of scripture and their inspired writing with all of us. Many have been positively influenced and impacted as a result.

It's the best part of forum involvement in my opinion.

[LadyChocolate]

I miss a bunch of the preachers who used to take part in discussion in the past. Frankly, if it wasn't for the preachers from ultra conservative to liberal I just wouldn't be interested. Like Pastor Poster said they carry a lot of the conversation - and in my opinion some of them have added most of the real weight to discussion. The lack of involvement of some is very much missed.

There's something about the "voice" of men of God who have been called to preach the Gospel. It's powerful, persuasive, anointed and effective. I appreciate they've taken the time to be involved and share their hearts and understanding of scripture and their inspired writing with all of us. Many have been positively influenced and impacted as a result.

It's the best part of forum involvement in my opinion.

I totally agree with ya... It's one thing to hear everyone's opinion on various subjects, but it's different with men who spend their life devoted to the things of God, teaching and preaching to others the Word of God...It's like you know they are going to have the Word to back of their arguments and.or opinions....at least we hope!!!lol

[SoCaliUPC]

One of the things that make "these" type of forums unique is....both laity and ministers are dialoging about issues together. This hardly happens out in "the real world." You are getting feedback from those sitting in the pew to those preaching behind the pulpit....and even those who hold a leadership position in the organization.

[Malvaro]

I miss a bunch of the preachers who used to take part in discussion in the past. Frankly, if it wasn't for the preachers from ultra conservative to liberal I just wouldn't be interested. Like Pastor Poster said they carry a lot of the conversation - and in my opinion some of them have added most of the real weight to discussion. The lack of involvement of some is very much missed.

I would speculate that some of those respected posters may be lurking to see how AFF develops and will join later if they see AFF is more reasonable than the final days at NFCF...

[LadyChocolate]

I would speculate that some of those respected posters may be lurking to see how AFF develops and will join later if they see AFF is more reasonable than the final days at NFCF...

I can't blame them there......the way it was going, it just got tooooo personal.....

[Bryan]

Do you see AFF and former-NFCF as being any different?


If so, in what ways? Are these reasons turning AFF for better or worse?
If not, what do you feel should change for AFF to become better?


Just a sincere question coming from a fellow AFF family member.... :highfive
it's a bit more peaceful around here. I have been enjoying the serenity.

[LadyChocolate]

it's a bit more peaceful around here. I have been enjoying the serenity.

yeah, i can tell you're a peaceful kinda guy just be looking at your avatar! lol:heeheehee

[Bryan]

yeah, i can tell you're a peaceful kinda guy just be looking at your avatar! lol:heeheehee
I could as easily posted a pic of myself holding a Glock 23 http://www.glockfaq.com/images/guide/g23.jpg



or a 357 Mag


http://www.rolly-armes.com/pistolets-revolvers_fichiers/COLT%20PYTHON%20357%20MAG.jpg

[LadyChocolate]

You don't scare me mister!!! lol jk

[Bryan]

You don't scare me mister!!! lol jkNot trying to. haha.

[GodsBabyGirl]

Different...

A lot less DRAMA!!!!:tease

That's a good thing, right???

Guess who?

[Barb]

There's not that many......we only added four moderators. It helps during the day when admins are away.

There are five owners, Matt, myself, Iam and two that will eventually reveal themselves.

Matthew - Head Admin
Boom
Prax
Renda
Esther
Jeanie
Lisa (Foreverblessed)
Man of Word
Malvaro
Tina
The Mrs

Ooohh...we're getting closer...last thng I heard was we had 3 unnamed UPCI preacher owners.

Won't be long and we shall all know...I hope!!:woohoo

[Rhoni]

I think change is difficult and I was attacked so frequently on NFCF that I have become paranoid and have by fists up ready to fight when no fight is actually going on. This is about me and not the forum.

The change I have seen in the forum, since it has been asked, is that deleting or not deleting posts has become more subjective. I think more rigid guidelines are needed and should be adhered to. The threads were separated to keep more current issues to the front and more daily serial types to the blog...but less guidelines for interrupting thread for the point of pushing your your own agenda, for example:

My Dear Rhoni thread is about asking questions and getting responses...not about debating whether Dear Rhoni has the right to exist because one person seems to think that my education is based in non-biblical, secualar humanism. It is not fair that they should be allowed to run ramshod through my thread while I have had posts deleted that were only affirming and lifting up of others.

I think more balances should be used. Am I biased? Most certainly! But who isn't?

Blessings, Rhoni

[Malvaro]

it's a bit more peaceful around here. I have been enjoying the serenity.

i like that too.... :bliss

[AmazingGrace]

I have to second what everyone else has been saying. It is much more peaceful here!! Love it and there is honestly not near as much complaining going on and I know its still the honeymoon stage but I do believe it will stay this way...

Most of all I am so glad to see there is no preacher bashing allowed here!!!! Maybe we will maintain the peace??? I was very doubtful at first that this would work I was afraid it would end up being a exact replica of before but I am so happy to see it is not...

[MrsMcD]

I think this forum is somewhat calmer than NFCF. It seemed on NFCF that some of the people were argumentative most of the time. That got really old. I hope this forum never heads in that direction. I come here for fun and fellowship.

[Malvaro]

I have to second what everyone else has been saying. It is much more peaceful here!! Love it and there is honestly not near as much complaining going on and I know its still the honeymoon stage but I do believe it will stay this way...

Most of all I am so glad to see there is no preacher bashing allowed here!!!! Maybe we will maintain the peace??? I was very doubtful at first that this would work I was afraid it would end up being a exact replica of before but I am so happy to see it is not...

peace in a forum makes it feel alot more like home, doesn't it? :D

imo, I think that AFF will be improved in this "no preacher bashing" area....

[MrsMcD]

What about "saint bashing?" :killinme :killinme :killinme

[LadyChocolate]

What about "saint bashing?" :killinme :killinme :killinme

we get that church from the pulpit!!!!!!!!! lololol:killinme jk

[Malvaro]

What about "saint bashing?" :killinme :killinme :killinme

i dont remember too many "saint bashing" threads on NFCF.... lots of standards/carnality threads, but thats something everyone faces as a Christian not just saints....

[Nahum]

I think that really interesting conversations can, and at times should be passionate. It is very evident that we don't always agree. The important thing to remember is that there IS a line we should never cross.

That line is crossed when we profane God's holy things. These could be His Word, His ministers, or His people. Some things should not be touched.

I feel it is absolutely fine to bash ideas and even some man-made doctrines. But it is never okay to slander the things of God. Looking back, there are some discussions I regret being involved in. Not necessarily because I did anything wrong, but because there was no real value in the discussion. (Philippians 4:8)

[freeatlast]

I think that really interesting conversations can, and at times should be passionate. It is very evident that we don't always agree. The important thing to remember is that there IS a line we should never cross.

That line is crossed when we profane God's holy things. These could be His Word, His ministers, or His people. Some things should not be touched.

I feel it is absolutely fine to bash ideas and even some man-made doctrines. But it is never okay to slander the things of God. Looking back, there are some discussions I regret being involved in. Not necessarily because I did anything wrong, but because there was no real value in the discussion. (Philippians 4:8)

Problems arise when some of us do not know the difference or believe man made doctrines ARE the "things of God"

[Malvaro]

I think that really interesting conversations can, and at times should be passionate. It is very evident that we don't always agree. The important thing to remember is that there IS a line we should never cross.

That line is crossed when we profane God's holy things. These could be His Word, His ministers, or His people. Some things should not be touched.

I feel it is absolutely fine to bash ideas and even some man-made doctrines. But it is never okay to slander the things of God. Looking back, there are some discussions I regret being involved in. Not necessarily because I did anything wrong, but because there was no real value in the discussion. (Philippians 4:8)

key concept: attacking the idea/principle, but not the person....

NFCF debates often led to personal attacks; thats where it was bad....

[Malvaro]

Problems arise when some of us do not know the difference or believe man made doctrines ARE the "things of God"

not necessarily.... the problems arose when people stopping attacking the idea/concept and started attacking the "opposing" person(s)

[LadyChocolate]

Problems arise when some of us do not know the difference or believe man made doctrines ARE the "things of God"

But for many of us, what some consider just "man made " doctrines or rules, they are the things of God...so there will be endless debate on that....! So people do become passionate about those things....it will always be...

[freeatlast]

But for many of us, what some consider just "man made " doctrines or rules, they are the things of God...so there will be endless debate on that....! So people do become passionate about those things....it will always be...

Yup ..it will never end. Only at the throne will it end. :beatdeadhorse

[IAintMovin]

Our goal and purpose in bringing this forum to life is a lot of what I have read in this thread.

A safe home to post
No preacher bashing - from those that would be considered ultra lib to those that would be considered ultra con
No tearing down of the Message - Acts 2:38 - John 3:5
Respect one for another
Good debate
Passionate responses
Dumb jokes (had to put that last one in there to give me a right to be able to post.


It must be working 203 members as of this writing.

Glad you all are here.


Thanks for showing up.

[LadyChocolate]

Our goal and purpose in bringing this forum to life is a lot of what I have read in this thread.

A safe home to post
No preacher bashing - from those that would be considered ultra lib to those that would be considered ultra con
No tearing down of the Message - Acts 2:38 - John 3:5
Respect one for another
Good debate
Passionate responses
Dumb jokes (had to put that last one in there to give me a right to be able to post.


It must be working 203 members as of this writing.

Glad you all are here.


Thanks for showing up.

I , for one, am glad to be here!!!!! now how about the dumb jokes??? i need a good laugh this morning!

[Esther]

I love a peaceful home.

I love good debate. :)

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

I , for one, am glad to be here!!!!! now how about the dumb jokes??? i need a good laugh this morning!
I started a Funeeeeeeeeee joke thread in the Playground area.

[Trouvere]

Fish,fun....hum....not too different.I wonder where Brothers Strange and Blume are?

[Ferd]

YES! you guys put me in time out! wahhhhhhhh!

[Malvaro]

YES! you guys put me in time out! wahhhhhhhh!

but now don't you feel better that you've worked out your differences?? :D

[Sis Santos]

I have to say that I am enjoying reading the postings and the discussions without the arguments. I like the no preacher bashing rule. Peace, peace wonderful peace, coming down from the Father above...Oh forgive me, it just reminded me of a song.

[LadyChocolate]

I have to say that I am enjoying reading the postings and the discussions without the arguments. I like the no preacher bashing rule. Peace, peace wonderful peace, coming down from the Father above...Oh forgive me, it just reminded me of a song.

I just noticed where you are from....now, get over to the missions thread and start posting some testimonies!!! :highfive

Are you sis. Amy....or am I thinking of someone else?

[Ferd]

but now don't you feel better that you've worked out your differences?? :D

actually the whole thing was quite catartic! LOL!


and I really think the idea of the cry room is going to be great for the board.

you guys do a great job.

[Felicity]

Main differences I see ....


Little different layout of the board.

Addition of moderators.

Ownership.

Some new smilies. :)


:ty for a great place to come and discuss and shoot the breeze.

I really DO miss some of the posters that have taken part since the inception of FCF but no longer do. However, I understand that not everyone is going to spend a lot of time doing this kind of thing. They have priorities and this is not on the list.

There have been some awesome people involved throughout the last 3 years or so.

[Rhoni]

Main differences I see ....


Little different layout of the board.

Addition of moderators.

Ownership.

Some new smilies. :)


:ty for a great place to come and discuss and shoot the breeze.

I really DO miss some of the posters that have taken part since the inception of FCF but no longer do. However, I understand that not everyone is going to spend a lot of time doing this kind of thing. They have priorities and this is not on the list.

There have been some awesome people involved throughout the last 3 years or so.

:highfive amen

[Sis Santos]

I just noticed where you are from....now, get over to the missions thread and start posting some testimonies!!! :highfive

Are you sis. Amy....or am I thinking of someone else?


Yes, I am Sister Amy. I like reading a lot, but I will definitely be in missions area writing some testimonies. I dont recognize who you are. Who were you on NFCF?

[LadyChocolate]

Yes, I am Sister Amy. I like reading a lot, but I will definitely be in missions area writing some testimonies. I dont recognize who you are. Who were you on NFCF?

Actually, I remember you from the GNC women in ministry.... If I remember right, aren't you from Indiana? I think I remember you saying you were headed to Goshen or someplace like that for your reception....

I saw the pics of your baby! Adorable!!( i hope those were you pics or I'm gonna feel real dumb right now) lol

[Chan]

I think that really interesting conversations can, and at times should be passionate. It is very evident that we don't always agree. The important thing to remember is that there IS a line we should never cross.

That line is crossed when we profane God's holy things. These could be His Word, His ministers, or His people. Some things should not be touched.

I feel it is absolutely fine to bash ideas and even some man-made doctrines. But it is never okay to slander the things of God. Looking back, there are some discussions I regret being involved in. Not necessarily because I did anything wrong, but because there was no real value in the discussion. (Philippians 4:8)What things constitute "the things of God"? How people interpret specific passages of scripture? What particular practices a local assembly engages in that are based merely on interpretations of scripture (or simply on man-made, i.e. not scriptural, traditions)?

[Chan]

not necessarily.... the problems arose when people stopping attacking the idea/concept and started attacking the "opposing" person(s)Then again, some people seemed to think that attacking the post/idea/concept was attacking the person.

[Jekyll]

Then again, some people seemed to think that attacking the post/idea/concept was attacking the person.
I prefer attacking the person...why waste the time arguing with every single post? If you make the poster look like a moron, you have saved yourself looooots of time

:bliss

[LadyChocolate]

I prefer attacking the person...why waste the time with arguing every single post? If you make the poster look like a moron, you have saved yourself looooots of time

:bliss

lolol you aint right!!!!!!!!!!!!!! or are you!!!!!!!! lol

[Jekyll]

lolol you aint right!!!!!!!!!!!!!! or are you!!!!!!!! lol
Of course, if you don't succeed in making THEM look like a moron, guess what YOU look like...

:beatdeadhorse

[LadyChocolate]

Of course, if you don't succeed in making THEM look like a moron, guess what YOU look like...

:beatdeadhorse

Yeppppppppppppppp! that's why I just sit hear and sip my mocha and watch the rest of yall look like, well, ...nevermind!!!!!lol

[Ferd]

I prefer attacking the person...why waste the time arguing with every single post? If you make the poster look like a moron, you have saved yourself looooots of time

:bliss

Post of the day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Malvaro]

I prefer attacking the person...why waste the time arguing with every single post? If you make the poster look like a moron, you have saved yourself looooots of time

:bliss

that won't fly on AFF.... sorry....

[Jekyll]

that won't fly on AFF.... sorry....
oh come on, as iff
:doh :notme

[AmazingGrace]

that won't fly on AFF.... sorry....

Thank goodness! There are certain posters from NFCF that seemed no matter what they did they couldnt do right by some people and anything they would say those people would take it as a chance to shoot at them.. These posters are good people and I would love to see them post here, without the fear of everything they say being under a microscope and I do believe that will happen here and am so greatful that you all have made it this way...

[Jekyll]

that won't fly on AFF.... sorry....

Thank goodness! There are certain posters from NFCF that seemed no matter what they did they couldnt do right by some people and anything they would say those people would take it as a chance to shoot at them.. These posters are good people and I would love to see them post here, without the fear of everything they say being under a microscope and I do believe that will happen here and am so greatful that you all have made it this way...

We don't need another GNC now...:beatdeadhorse

[Jekyll]

Everyone is just being nice and cool while they play with the new toy

[IAintMovin]

that won't fly on AFF.... sorry....
This is true.

[AmazingGrace]

We don't need another GNC now...:beatdeadhorse

So if there is no attacking a person that makes it like GNC??? I dont think so... it just makes it civil... like it should be. :dunno

[ManOfWord]

We don't need another GNC now...:beatdeadhorse

GNC has its place and AFF has its place, but neither will permit personal bashing or attacks. You can be assured of that here. :D

[Jekyll]

So if there is no attacking a person that makes it like GNC??? I dont think so... it just makes it civil... like it should be. :dunno

Thank goodness! There are certain posters from NFCF that seemed no matter what they did they couldnt do right by some people and anything they would say those people would take it as a chance to shoot at them.. These posters are good people and I would love to see them post here, without the fear of everything they say being under a microscope and I do believe that will happen here and am so greatful that you all have made it this way...
This is a given in forums. No matter what someone wants and says, they are held to their beliefs or they are discarded as hypocritical and insincere.

[Trouvere]

I like the Valentines mode.I miss the purple but its okay.Maybe we could do the holiday theme thing all the time.I like it.

[Malvaro]

We don't need another GNC now...:beatdeadhorse

It won't become GNC, but we're not going to turn a blind eye if someone from the AFF family is being attacked by another.... argue the principles/ideas all day long, but don't attack the person....

[Jekyll]

that won't fly on AFF.... sorry....

This is true.

GNC has its place and AFF has its place, but neither will permit personal bashing or attacks. You can be assured of that here. :D

I prefer attacking the person...why waste the time arguing with every single post? If you make the poster look like a moron, you have saved yourself looooots of time

:bliss

oh come on, as iff
:doh :notme

:ignore

Okay, BOOM, where is that smiley I asked for??? These guys are circling around!!! :uhoh :uhoh :blink

[ManOfWord]

This is a given in forums. No matter what someone wants and says, they are held to their beliefs or they are discarded as hypocritical and insincere.

Everyone on AFF has a right to their beliefs and to state them and defend them and even disagree with the beliefs of others. However, being unkind and mistreating others in the process will not be tolerated. We want a free flow of ideas and discussion, but not a "knock-down, drag 'em out" free for all. :D

[Jekyll]

Everyone on AFF has a right to their beliefs and to state them and defend them and even disagree with the beliefs of others. However, being unkind and mistreating others in the process will not be tolerated. We want a free flow of ideas and discussion, but not a "knock-down, drag 'em out" free for all. :D
of COURSE, yes, yes, yes...







BTW NFCF started out with the same novel idea...

[Chan]

Thank goodness! There are certain posters from NFCF that seemed no matter what they did they couldnt do right by some people and anything they would say those people would take it as a chance to shoot at them.. These posters are good people and I would love to see them post here, without the fear of everything they say being under a microscope and I do believe that will happen here and am so greatful that you all have made it this way...Why shouldn't what people say be examined with such scrutiny, particularly if what they're saying is not based on the word of God?

It should be made clear, however, that there is a BIG difference between scrutinizing what someone says and scrutinizing who a person is. The former should be encouraged and the latter discouraged.

[AmazingGrace]

I like the Valentines mode.I miss the purple but its okay.Maybe we could do the holiday theme thing all the time.I like it.

I agree! It would be cool if we could do the holiday theme thingy... I am using the Valentines one too because I just dont really like the other 2 choices... but I am not picky at least we have a home!!! LOL

BTW... IAM,, Renda,, St Matt, Mow, Jeannie and all of the other admin (please forgive me my memory is shot right now) Thank you all! For the owners and admin for teaming up and putting our new home together and making it a place where we can all get together and have a good time!!! Thanks Thanks Thanks!!!! :highfive

[ManOfWord]

of COURSE, yes, yes, yes...







BTW NFCF started out with the same novel idea...

So, do you want to help us try to achieve this "novel" idea?

[Jekyll]

So, do you want to help us try to achieve this "novel" idea?
uh oh...

[ManOfWord]

I agree! It would be cool if we could do the holiday theme thingy... I am using the Valentines one too because I just dont really like the other 2 choices... but I am not picky at least we have a home!!! LOL

BTW... IAM,, Renda,, St Matt, Mow, Jeannie and all of the other admin (please forgive me my memory is shot right now) Thank you all! For the owners and admin for teaming up and putting our new home together and making it a place where we can all get together and have a good time!!! Thanks Thanks Thanks!!!! :highfive

AG, we're delighted that you're here and look forward to your contributions!!! Enjoy!!!!

[The Mrs]

I agree! It would be cool if we could do the holiday theme thingy... I am using the Valentines one too because I just dont really like the other 2 choices... but I am not picky at least we have a home!!! LOL

BTW... IAM,, Renda,, St Matt, Mow, Jeannie and all of the other admin (please forgive me my memory is shot right now) Thank you all! For the owners and admin for teaming up and putting our new home together and making it a place where we can all get together and have a good time!!! Thanks Thanks Thanks!!!! :highfive

If I have my way, we'll have one for every holiday that comes around! :heeheehee

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

I agree! It would be cool if we could do the holiday theme thingy... I am using the Valentines one too because I just dont really like the other 2 choices... but I am not picky at least we have a home!!! LOL

BTW... IAM,, Renda,, St Matt, Mow, Jeannie and all of the other admin (please forgive me my memory is shot right now) Thank you all! For the owners and admin for teaming up and putting our new home together and making it a place where we can all get together and have a good time!!! Thanks Thanks Thanks!!!! :highfive

:ty

:boomm

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

If I have my way, we'll have one for every holiday that comes around! :heeheehee

About that there banner....... :ranting

[The Mrs]

About that there banner....... :ranting

I'm sorry...what color were you wanting that in NOW??? :dunno

:heeheehee :heeheehee :heeheehee

[AmazingGrace]

Why shouldn't what people say be examined with such scrutiny, particularly if what they're saying is not based on the word of God?

It should be made clear, however, that there is a BIG difference between scrutinizing what someone says and scrutinizing who a person is. The former should be encouraged and the latter discouraged.


Ok let me see if I can make my thoughts clearer.. lol... I agree but what I meant is some people.. honestly it didnt matter if they were speaking in a debate/ scriptural mode or if they were responding to a "fluff" thread... they were attacked just because of who they were and thats when it became ridiculous...I do not think there is a thing wrong with scrutinizing (sp) when someone thinks views are biblically wrong.. not at all! (thats what makes for good discussion.) All I am saying is we dont need attacking of a person for sake of being that person...

Mal said it very very good... argue principles and values all day long just leave the person alone :)

[Malvaro]

of COURSE, yes, yes, yes...

BTW NFCF started out with the same novel idea...

that may very well be true.... but we're not NFCF, nor will we end up like NFCF.... :D

[AmazingGrace]

:ty

:boomm

BOOM!!! YES YOUTOO BOOM!!! How could I forget Boom!

Yall are all doing an awesome Job!!! The Mrs too :)

my brain is so fried I forget my own name lately so forgiveth me please?????

[AmazingGrace]

:bliss :ty :ty Amen and amen!!! that may very well be true.... but we're not NFCF, nor will we end up like NFCF.... :D

[AmazingGrace]

If I have my way, we'll have one for every holiday that comes around! :heeheehee




:bliss :bliss :bliss :ty

[rgcraig]

of COURSE, yes, yes, yes...







BTW NFCF started out with the same novel idea...Perhaps, but it also allowed freedom.....some couldn't handle the freedom!

[rgcraig]

If I have my way, we'll have one for every holiday that comes around! :heeheehee

The Mrs. is in charge of interior decorating AFF!!!!

[The Mrs]

The Mrs. is in charge of interior decorating AFF!!!!

I'm just here to decorate your world! :killinme

[Malvaro]

Perhaps, but it also allowed freedom.....some couldn't handle the freedom!

personal clarification, NFCF also allowed "almost complete" freedom.....some couldn't handle the freedom!

AFF will have much freedom, but not at the cost of allowing vicious or hateful personal attacks.... those days are gone....

[rgcraig]

I'm just here to decorate your world! :killinme
I actually used that term yesterday. I had a cool heart pin on my coat and a lady working with me didn't dress "red" yesterday, so I loaned her my pin and told her I was here to decorate her world!

[IAintMovin]

personal clarification, NFCF also allowed "almost complete" freedom.....some couldn't handle the freedom!

AFF will have much freedom, but not at the cost of allowing vicious or hateful personal attacks.... those days are gone....

CanwegetanAMENsomebody!!!!!!

[rgcraig]

personal clarification, NFCF also allowed "almost complete" freedom.....some couldn't handle the freedom!

AFF will have much freedom, but not at the cost of allowing vicious or hateful personal attacks.... those days are gone....

Thanks Malvaro!!

[The Mrs]

AMEN!!!

:amen :amen

[Jekyll]

Oh, well, we'll see in a few months after all the chest thumping is over...

[Jekyll]

Need that smiley again...:(

[rgcraig]

Oh, well, we'll see in a few months after all the chest thumping is over...

Hope you stick around to see!! :bliss

[rrford]

"Mene, mene, tekel, upharsin." :praying

[Jekyll]

Funny when a topic gets kind of warm to see all of the Admin viewing the thread...:highfive

[Jekyll]

"Mene, mene, tekel, upharsin." :praying
"WE ARE DIFFERENT!!!"

I know, Bro, with all of the idealism that comes with a new forum...no one can take a joke...:tease

[rgcraig]

"Mene, mene, tekel, upharsin." :praying

Is that what Jesus said when he was hanging on the cross? :heeheehee

[rgcraig]

Funny when a topic gets kind of warm to see all of the Admin viewing the thread...:highfive

We just like to go where the action is - is it warm in here? :bliss

[rrford]

"WE ARE DIFFERENT!!!"

I know, Bro, with all of the idealism that comes with a new forum...no one can take a joke...:tease

Glad you caught the humor. Not sure anyone would.

Realistically, the initial posts on this thread are reminiscent of the beginnings of NFCF. It is not the beginning that matter so much as the journey itself.

I would officially like to know who ALL of the owners are. I think that should be known. JMO.

[ManOfWord]

Funny when a topic gets kind of warm to see all of the Admin viewing the thread...:highfive

That's what we're here for. To make sure that you have an enjoyable experience posting here! :D

[Jekyll]

I prefer attacking the person...why waste the time arguing with every single post? If you make the poster look like a moron, you have saved yourself looooots of time

:bliss

Post of the day!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks, bro....truly appreciate it..!

Glad you caught the humor. Not sure anyone would.

Realistically, the initial posts on this thread are reminiscent of the beginnings of NFCF. It is not the beginning that matter so much as the journey itself.

I would officially like to know who ALL of the owners are. I think that should be known. JMO.
There ARE still a few uv us leftover from the OOOLD days...:heeheehee

[The Dean]

Funny when a topic gets kind of warm to see all of the Admin viewing the thread...:highfive

We are not watching the thread, we are watching you.

[IAintMovin]

Funny when a topic gets kind of warm to see all of the Admin viewing the thread...:highfive

We are not watching the thread, we are watching you.

[IAintMovin]

Time will tell and yes time will tell.

Guess you will just have to wait and see, but this forum was started with the no bashing guidelines.

I think most like.

[Jekyll]

Really, guys, I'm not worth that much...I'm the UGLY one...

*whistling the tune from the GOOD, the BAD and the UGLY

[Jekyll]

Time will tell and yes time will tell.

Guess you will just have to wait and see, but this forum was started with the no bashing guidelines.

I think most like.
Kinda like gun control...

Only the criminals will end up with the hardware in the end...

[rrford]

Kinda like gun control...

Only the criminals will end up with the hardware in the end...

Guns don't kill people. People kill people. :drawguns

[Ferd]

man, does the calvary have a special wistle that nobody else can hear or something? you guys have POUNCED! LOL

[ManOfWord]

Kinda like gun control...

Only the criminals will end up with the hardware in the end...

Is that the voice of experience? :D

[AmazingGrace]

man, does the calvary have a special wistle that nobody else can hear or something? you guys have POUNCED! LOL

They are good what can we say?!?! :highfive

[freeatlast]

Somebody said there was a fire over here... (looks around)

Nope I don't see one....just smoke.

[ManOfWord]

man, does the calvary have a special wistle that nobody else can hear or something? you guys have POUNCED! LOL

What? We can't play too? :D

[SDG]

Guns don't kill people. People kill people. :drawguns

Why doesn't the anti-tv crowd, many of them gun owners ... understand that TV's don't kill people? People's choice of programming kills people.

[Jekyll]

man, does the calvary have a special wistle that nobody else can hear or something? you guys have POUNCED! LOL
As I read in a Louis once, "Are we chasing him cause he shot the bully or cause he spilled the whiskey???" - from the KeyLock Man

I think RG saw this argument for what it's worth...less..


But it has been humorous for me at least...

:bliss :bliss :bliss

[ManOfWord]

Why doesn't the anti-tv crowd, many of them gun owners ... understand that TV's don't kill people? People's choice of programming kills people.

Dude! Makes sense to me!!!

[Ferd]

I prefer attacking the person...why waste the time arguing with every single post? If you make the poster look like a moron, you have saved yourself looooots of time

:bliss

that won't fly on AFF.... sorry....

Oh come one Malvaro, dont you see the joke in this?

I thought it was pretty funny.

[ManOfWord]

As I read in a Louis once, "Are we chasing him cause he shot the bully or cause he spilled the whiskey???" - from the KeyLock Man

I think RG saw this argument for what it's worth...less..


But it has been humorous for me at least...

:bliss :bliss :bliss

Ha! He should be chased for both!!!! :D

[Ferd]

They are good what can we say?!?! :highfive


uhm evidently not "I prefer attacking people, it saves time"

[Ferd]

What? We can't play too? :D

...walking on eggshells, im likely to get time out again! :bliss

[rrford]

Why doesn't the anti-tv crowd, many of them gun owners ... understand that TV's don't kill people? People's choice of programming kills people.

Makes sense. So long as you realize apples are not oranges. Then everything gets messed up. :killinme

[IAintMovin]

Somebody said there was a fire over here... (looks around)

Nope I don't see one....just smoke.That is funny right there....

[IAintMovin]

As I read in a Louis once, "Are we chasing him cause he shot the bully or cause he spilled the whiskey???" - from the KeyLock Man

I think RG saw this argument for what it's worth...less..


But it has been humorous for me at least...

:bliss :bliss :bliss
If I remember correctly at least some of the crowd - it was because he spilled the whiskey.....

[SDG]

Makes sense. So long as you realize apples are not oranges. Then everything gets messed up. :killinme

I await a punch line .... :killinme

[Pragmatist]

personal clarification, NFCF also allowed "almost complete" freedom.....some couldn't handle the freedom!

AFF will have much freedom, but not at the cost of allowing vicious or hateful personal attacks.... those days are gone....

Because of the circumstances that created NFCF, I think they were too afraid to ban people that acted inappropriately. Bans are not the end of the world. I can't do it justice, but I like timlan's analogy of the penalty box in hockey; it's part of the game.

[Jekyll]

Because of the circumstances that created NFCF, I think they were too afraid to ban people that acted inappropriately. Bans are not the end of the world. I can't do it justice, but I like timlan's analogy of the penalty box in hockey; it's part of the game.
ROOOOOOOFL!!!!

[SDG]

Because of the circumstances that created NFCF, I think they were too afraid to ban people that acted inappropriately. Bans are not the end of the world. I can't do it justice, but I like timlan's analogy of the penalty box in hockey; it's part of the game.

so are all out brawls and no teeth...

http://nildamesa.typepad.com/waltzing_knitilda/images/first205020goals20no20teeth.jpg

[The Mrs]

http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l76/_TheMrs_/Smileys/girl_junkfood.gif

[Jekyll]

Oh come one Malvaro, dont you see the joke in this?

I thought it was pretty funny.
He doesn't like his threads getting hijacked...I hope he's not trying to use his authority in an incorrect manner...:tease

[SDG]

He doesn't like his threads getting hijacked...I hope he's not trying to use his authority in an incorrect manner...:tease

http://respiracreative.com/hijack.jpg

[AmazingGrace]

He doesn't like his threads getting hijacked...I hope he's not trying to use his authority in an incorrect manner...:tease

I think his authority isnt ours to question and I think he is doing a good job and that your comment here was pretty uncalled for but since I am not an admin I will just state my opinion... Sounds like someones just tempting admin to see if he can be the first to be banned...

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

Glad you caught the humor. Not sure anyone would.

Realistically, the initial posts on this thread are reminiscent of the beginnings of NFCF. It is not the beginning that matter so much as the journey itself.

I would officially like to know who ALL of the owners are. I think that should be known. JMO.

And to what extent would you change if it were known?

:hmmmmm

[OneAccord]

The thing I have noticed about AFF is that, while, yes, there are disagreements between people, it seems people aren't getting personal and going on the attack. People seem to be putting forth a little more effort in being cordial and respectful even when they disagree. This is a good thing! Seems we have noted the past mistakes and are putting forth a real effort to avoid going down that same road again. I'd like to see Bro. Strange back among us.

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

I think his authority isnt ours to question and I think he is doing a good job and that your comment here was pretty uncalled for but since I am not an admin I will just state my opinion... Sounds like someones just tempting admin to see if he can be the first to be banned...


We actually already banned 2.

One for use of proxies.

Second one for anti-pentecostalism blabberings. Intelligent discussion is one thing, this was not intelligent.

We do at least have our Resident Trouble Maker! :killinme

[AmazingGrace]

We actually already banned 2.

One for use of proxies.

Second one for anti-pentecostalism blabberings. Intelligent discussion is one thing, this was not intelligent.

We do at least have our Resident Trouble Maker! :killinme



Ahh and I missed all the fun?!?! How dare someone not summon me for the unprecidented event?!?!

Now you had to go and site intelligent discussion... if we get banned for not carrying intelligent discussion then we are gonna have an empty forum ROFL!! (sorry couldnt resist!!!)

And yes the Resident Trouble Maker is present and accounted for!! And feeling much better today can you tell?!?! ROFL:drawguns :ty

[The Dean]

I think it speaks well of the future of the forum in that the posts, overwhelmingly, have applauded the fact that we haven't proclaimed an 'open season' on preachers. The multiple statements about how people appreciate the fact that preachers aren't 'bashed' should tell us a lot about what people really desire in a forum.

Thanks to all that have offered opinions and for helping this forum be DIFFERENT in spirit and application than what so many of us had become accustomed to. We, do, welcome your suggestions and appreciate your desire to make this a great forum. I, personally, would like to see a poll added to this thread to see what people see as the biggest difference in now and then.

[rrford]

And to what extent would you change if it were known?

:hmmmmm

If it were known, and happened to be an owner I could not feel comfortable with, I would simply remove myself from the Forum. No harm. No foul.

[Malvaro]

Oh come one Malvaro, dont you see the joke in this?

I thought it was pretty funny.

you and me may see the humor in it, but there is always someone who actually pushes the envelope in regards to what we spoke of.... so I spoke accordingly....

alls cool between us though :highfive

[Malvaro]

He doesn't like his threads getting hijacked...I hope he's not trying to use his authority in an incorrect manner... :tease

nope, I just think it's important enough to hear feedback from everyone here on AFF that I'd prefer to keep this thread on topic.... I'm not one that relishes "using" authority....

I only think of myself as a team-player here on AFF.... it just happens that on NFCF I was a poster, but on AFF I am acting as staff to help AFF succeed....

you don't have to worry about me.... MOW is the "tough enforcer" of this group :heeheehee hehehe

[Nahum]

Can I ask why this thread is being watched so closely by admin?

Whassup?

[Nahum]

Hello?

[rgcraig]

Well, it was started by an admin and we CARE what you guys think.

Duh, we don't want to stay stuck in the admin hideout all by ourselves.

[MrRight]

I think Iv'e alredy posted more here than I did on NFCF. At least I don't have to be afrad of someone calling me stupid here. I don't now the Bible as well as some do here, but I'm no Frost Gump either!

[Steadfast]

The two anonymous owners are UPCI preachers, right?

I think one of them is Steadfast. JMO :dunno

Dude! I'm not sure I've moved that high up on the totem pole yet! Just a lowly little poster doing my thing (and usually dodging bullets)!

:bliss :bliss :bliss

[The Mrs]

Why would you think we wouldn't be interested to see the feedback??? :dunno

We are trying to make this the bestest home for ALL. :thumbsup




I can't speak for anyone but me...but I haven't had a lot of time to devote to reading the threads lately...been working more on stuff behind the scenes. So I have just picked a few topics of interest, and keep popping in and out when I need a break.

That's all...nothing more. http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l76/_TheMrs_/Smileys/girl_junkfood.gif

[rgcraig]

I think Iv'e alredy posted more here than I did on NFCF. At least I don't have to be afrad of someone calling me stupid here. I don't now the Bible as well as some do here, but I'm no Frost Gump either!

Darhlin' you need to load a spell check program!!!!

[Nahum]

Well, it was started by an admin and we CARE what you guys think.

Duh, we don't want to stay stuck in the admin hideout all by ourselves.

So Renda, there is no sinister, diabolical, sneaky motive leading all admin to view this thread? You are not watching us through your computer are you?

:tease :heeheehee

[rgcraig]

So Renda, there is no sinister, diabolical, sneaky motive leading all admin to view this thread? You are not watching us through your computer are you?

:tease :heeheehee
No, it's like a barometer of the forum - - we wanna know.

[Steadfast]

So you are not an owner of this forum?

Why would I want to dodge more bullets? :killinme :killinme :killinme

I think its kind of unique that we don't know who the others are. Keeps you from flaming someone if you think they may be the owner!

:heeheehee :heeheehee :heeheehee

[Nahum]

Why would you think we wouldn't be interested to see the feedback??? :dunno

We are trying to make this the bestest home for ALL. :thumbsup

I can't speak for anyone but me...but I haven't had a lot of time to devote to reading the threads lately...been working more on stuff behind the scenes. So I have just picked a few topics of interest, and keep popping in and out when I need a break.

That's all...nothing more. http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l76/_TheMrs_/Smileys/girl_junkfood.gif


Suuuuuurrrrre, we believe you. :tease

You WANT us to think you are finding new avatars and a REAL header for our new home, but you're really installing spyware on all of our hard drives, aren't you?:drawguns

No wonder they brought you on board. You are our resident Aldrich Ames.
Hey, if you are Mrs. King, who is the Scarecrow? :heeheehee get it?

[rgcraig]

All we have to find out is who The Dean is.

[rgcraig]

So is that a yes or no?

I thought it was you.

[MrRight]

Darhlin' you need to load a spell check program!!!!

Maybe if I could spell it, I could find it. Maybe sometimes I typ too fast and miss som keys..

[Barb]

And to what extent would you change if it were known?

:hmmmmm

It wouldn't change a thing for me I guess, but I would like to know who the owners are...JMHO, BOOMMman...

[Nahum]

I thought it was you.

I was not the second shooter on the grassy knoll.
I did not shoot JR.
I am not a crook.
Those crop circles are from helicopter tractors.
I did not have sex with that woman - Miss Lewinsky.

And I am not an owner of this forum. :ranting

[Brother Price]

The biggest difference...

The AFF has better color schemes than NFCF had.

[Steadfast]

Forget about it! That means that I would be making decisions, which means you're questioned with every action! Why be questioned all the time with every move you make? Let's just say that God gave me a wife to question my every move; I don't need a forum to do that!

[MrRight]

You mean sombody owns these things? Can somebody do that?

[rgcraig]

I was not the second shooter on the grassy knoll.
I did not shoot JR.
I am not a crook.
Those crop circles are from helicopter tractors.
I did not have sex with that woman - Miss Lewinsky.

And I am not an owner of this forum. :ranting
And you aren't even the guy in the avatar!

[MrRight]

YES OR NO, Answer the question BUSTER!!!!!!

Hmmmmmmm.............

[Nahum]

And you aren't even the guy in the avatar!

I'm like the Lord. No one can see my beauty and live.

Get it? I kill me!!!! HAHAHA!:bliss :killinme :heeheehee

[rgcraig]

I'm like the Lord. No one can see my beauty and live.

Get it? I kill me!!!! HAHAHA!:bliss :killinme :heeheehee

Bhaawwwaaa!

So were the ski pictures you or did you pick up that pack of pictures at Wal-Mart to impress us?

[Nahum]

Bhaawwwaaa!

So were the ski pictures you or did you pick up that pack of pictures at Wal-Mart to impress us?

camacamacamcameleon

:killinme :dunno

[MrRight]

As log as this is comedy night, we all know that MrRight is not 2 faced........................................becau se if I had 2 faces, I certanly wouldn't be wearing thisone!!!!!!!!!

[The Mrs]

Maybe if I could spell it, I could find it. Maybe sometimes I typ too fast and miss som keys..

Maybe your 'E' key is missing.... :dunno

[Nahum]

Maybe your 'E' key is missing.... :dunno

Wheel of Fortune!!!!!

[MrRight]

Maybe your 'E' key is missing.... :dunno

This laptop is prtty old. I thik I do hav troubl with th "e" ky.

[ManOfWord]

This laptop is prtty old. I thik I do hav troubl with th "e" ky.

Now that's funny right there!!! :D

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

Why would you think we wouldn't be interested to see the feedback??? :dunno

We are trying to make this the bestest home for ALL. :thumbsup




I can't speak for anyone but me...but I haven't had a lot of time to devote to reading the threads lately...been working more on stuff behind the scenes. So I have just picked a few topics of interest, and keep popping in and out when I need a break.

That's all...nothing more. http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l76/_TheMrs_/Smileys/girl_junkfood.gif

The Grammar checker has checked out!

Bestest? What language is THAT?!

[rgcraig]

The Grammar checker has checked out!

Bestest? What language is THAT?!

Best
Better
Bestest

[Nahum]

The Grammar checker has checked out!

Bestest? What language is THAT?!

And from an admin?

Shameful! :ranting

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

The biggest difference...

The AFF has better color schemes than NFCF had.

Thank you!

[Nahum]

Best
Better
Bestest

OR, as in rural Illinois.....

good
gooder
goodest

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

YES OR NO, Answer the question BUSTER!!!!!!

The new owners are ************ and ***********

[The Mrs]

Best
Better
Bestest

Betterestest!!! :highfive

[rgcraig]

The new owners are ************ and ***********

Now the next question will be are there enough asterisks to spell the names correctly?

[Ferd]

I think it speaks well of the future of the forum in that the posts, overwhelmingly, have applauded the fact that we haven't proclaimed an 'open season' on preachers. The multiple statements about how people appreciate the fact that preachers aren't 'bashed' should tell us a lot about what people really desire in a forum.

Thanks to all that have offered opinions and for helping this forum be DIFFERENT in spirit and application than what so many of us had become accustomed to. We, do, welcome your suggestions and appreciate your desire to make this a great forum. I, personally, would like to see a poll added to this thread to see what people see as the biggest difference in now and then.

having been on the recieving end of some even handedness, I have to say that the current methodology is fantastic.

Nobody was more against the "freedom" of NFCF than me, and I appreciate the boundries here.

[Steadfast]

Seriously, Pastor Poster: RGCraig, BOOM, Matt and the crew seem to do a great job and I wouldn't know where to begin. My 'incredible skills' would be a detriment to the whole process here! :sad

When it comes to forums... they can have it!

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

OR, as in rural Illinois.....

good
gooder
goodest
My Best Man at my wedding STILL lives in Toledo.

He was haystack for sure, but did not murder the Queen's English like this.

[rgcraig]

Why tonight....seems like everyone's finally over the "new forum jitters" and we're back in the groove - - - and I have to clean up the house and pack!

[ManOfWord]

Now the next question will be are there enough asterisks to spell the names correctly?

I am sure someone has already counted them and is trying looking through the members list to see which ones match up!!! :D

[The Dean]

Seriously, Pastor Poster: RGCraig, BOOM, Matt and the crew seem to do a great job and I wouldn't know where to begin. My 'incredible skills' would be a detriment to the whole process here! :sad

When it comes to forums... they can have it!

It's really not that bad. Just takes some time to learn the codes and such.

[rgcraig]

It's really not that bad. Just takes some time to learn the codes and such.
...or not and hit the button that turns out the lights! :sad

[Steadfast]

It's really not that bad. Just takes some time to learn the codes and such.

Then YOU can have it!

[The Dean]

Why tonight....seems like everyone's finally over the "new forum jitters" and we're back in the groove - - - and I have to clean up the house and pack!

Looks good doesn't it!

[rgcraig]

Looks good doesn't it!

The forum does, but not my bedroom......got clothes everywhere trying to decide what to pack, wash or hang up..........:bliss

[The Dean]

Then YOU can have it!

Maybe I already do.
:oops

[rgcraig]

Maybe I already do.
:oops

I think we should have a poll and see who everyone thinks it is.

[ManOfWord]

The forum does, but not my bedroom......got clothes everywhere trying to decide what to pack, wash or hang up..........:bliss

Wher're you going? Vacay?

[Steadfast]

Maybe I already do.
:oops

Maybe so. Is this confession night?

[LaGirl]

Ahh and I missed all the fun?!?! How dare someone not summon me for the unprecidented event?!?!

Now you had to go and site intelligent discussion... if we get banned for not carrying intelligent discussion then we are gonna have an empty forum ROFL!! (sorry couldnt resist!!!)

And yes the Resident Trouble Maker is present and accounted for!! And feeling much better today can you tell?!?! ROFL:drawguns :ty


I did too! so who got banned?

[LaGirl]

how many owners are there?????? 5 or 7?

[The Dean]

Maybe so. Is this confession night?

Are you insinuating that I've got some kind of sin with your post? I don't understand the 'confession night'.

[rgcraig]

Wher're you going? Vacay?

I wish and to the beach!

No, headed out with a friend that will be speaking at a ladies conference in Jackson, MS.

She's my mentor and I wanted to go support her....we'll have a great time.

[Nahum]

Are you insinuating that I've got some kind of sin with your post? I don't understand the 'confession night'.

Steadfast is a minister. A Catholic minister! :tease

[rgcraig]

Are you insinuating that I've got some kind of sin with your post? I don't understand the 'confession night'.

Lord no.....no online confessions of sin!

PM me.....:killinme

[Steadfast]

Are you insinuating that I've got some kind of sin with your post? I don't understand the 'confession night'.

NO! I think you misunderstood me. What I meant was "Are you confessing that you are an owner". Didn't mean any offense.

:praying

[rgcraig]

NO! I think you misunderstood me. What I meant was "Are you confessing that you are an owner". Didn't mean any offense.

:praying

Curious minds want to know.

[ManOfWord]

I wish and to the beach!

No, headed out with a friend that will be speaking at a ladies conference in Jackson, MS.

She's my mentor and I wanted to go support her....we'll have a great time.

OK, so it's a spiritual vacay, of sorts! :D Sounds like a great time!!

[The Dean]

NO! I think you misunderstood me. What I meant was "Are you confessing that you are an owner". Didn't mean any offense.

:praying

That makes more sense. No problem. Sorry for the confusion.

[rgcraig]

OK, so it's a spiritual vacay, of sorts! :D Sounds like a great time!!
Yep, with lots of girl time mixed in!

[ManOfWord]

Yep, with lots of girl time mixed in!

Must be like guys goin' fishin'!!! :D Except it's not yucky and smelly! :highfive

[rgcraig]

That makes more sense. No problem. Sorry for the confusion.

What makes you a super moderator?

[Steadfast]

We're in the middle of a building program right now and I could USE a vacation. Especially one that isn't preaching somewhere.

:heeheehee

[rgcraig]

Must be like guys goin' fishin'!!! :D Except it's not yucky and smelly! :highfive

Yep, but we spend money!!!!

[rgcraig]

We're in the middle of a building program right now and I could USE a vacation. Especially one that isn't preaching somewhere.

:heeheehee
You can come to our ladies conference - we won't make you speak.

[Nahum]

Dear Admin,

I am really disappointed at the way you hi-jacked my thread. It was way cool when I was leading the charge! Now you have gone and destroyed it.:sad

[rgcraig]

Dear Admin,

I am really disappointed at the way you hi-jacked my thread. It was way cool when I was leading the charge! Now you have gone and destroyed it.:sad

Oh, get over it!

Someone mentioned fishing, isn't that good enough?

[The Dean]

What makes you a super moderator?

My overwhelming personality.


:dunno

[rgcraig]

Hey, wait....this isn't your thread!

You are confused.

[Nahum]

Oh, get over it!

Someone mentioned fishing, isn't that good enough?

BOOM will probably move the whole thread to the Sports Section because it has the word "fishing" in it.

[rgcraig]

BOOM will probably move the whole thread to the Sports Section because it has the word "fishing" in it.

Now that was funny!!!! :killinme

[The Dean]

Dear Admin,

I am really disappointed at the way you hi-jacked my thread. It was way cool when I was leading the charge! Now you have gone and destroyed it.:sad

LISTEN: Hear that? It's the sound of peacable communication. That is what makes us different than the final days of NFCF.

:bliss :bliss :bliss

[Nahum]

Hey, wait....this isn't your thread!

You are confused.

Well it was, until you guys took over! tsk tsk tsk:ranting

[The Dean]

BOOM will probably move the whole thread to the Sports Section because it has the word "fishing" in it.

:killinme

[Ronzo]

BOOM will probably move the whole thread to the Sports Section because it has the word "fishing" in it.
BOOM,

I'll give you a dollar if you do it!!!!

[rgcraig]

Do you see AFF and former-NFCF as being any different?


If so, in what ways? Are these reasons turning AFF for better or worse?
If not, what do you feel should change for AFF to become better?


Just a sincere question coming from a fellow AFF family member.... :highfive

PP, Where in this first post are you?

This ain't your thread!

[Nahum]

Do you see AFF and former-NFCF as being any different?


If so, in what ways? Are these reasons turning AFF for better or worse?
If not, what do you feel should change for AFF to become better?

Just a sincere question coming from a fellow AFF family member....
I will now turn this thread over to the best poster on the forum - Pastor Poster. :highfive

See? Are you blind, woman!:beatdeadhorse

[Nahum]

We're in the middle of a building program right now and I could USE a vacation. Especially one that isn't preaching somewhere.

:heeheehee

How about a mime convention? :bliss

[rgcraig]

See? Are you blind, woman!:beatdeadhorse

Cute :drawguns

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

BOOM,

I'll give you a dollar if you do it!!!!


One of the other mods should do it.

I will be blamed anyway!

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

How about a mime convention? :bliss


would that silence the critics?!? :tease

[Nahum]

How about a mime convention? :bliss

Look people, this was funny!

Why is no one laughing? :drawguns

[Nahum]

would that silence the critics?!? :tease

:dunno :dunno

[Ronzo]

lol

Someone did throw it in the sports section.


That's funny!

[Nahum]

Harsh dude. Way harsh.

You're harshin' my mellow, BOOM. :surrender :surrender :surrender

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

Harsh dude. Way harsh.

You're harshin' my mellow, BOOM. :surrender :surrender :surrender

Totally Innocent here, Fisher-man!

:heeheehee

[rgcraig]

Look people, this was funny!

Why is no one laughing? :drawguns

Because they wear make-up?

[BoredOutOfMyMind]

My last name is Anglin. It really does mean fisher-man. :heeheehee

Do you co-own AFF? :dunno

[Ronzo]

Harsh dude. Way harsh.

You're harshin' my mellow, BOOM. :surrender :surrender :surrender
You look like you could be an owner.

[Nahum]

Do you co-own AFF? :dunno

Let me say this very, very clearly!


NO!

[Ronzo]

Let me say this very, very clearly!


NO!
Denial will get you no where.

[Nahum]

De Nile will get you no where.

Maybe through Egypt?