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Nahum
07-07-2008, 08:17 PM
How Has AFF Impacted Your Life?

Wait a minute!

Before you laugh, let me tell you that...

1. I have met some of my best friends on AFF. In other words, the relationships formed here have spilled over into my REAL life.

2. I have had my beliefs challenged and, yes, even strengthened because of AFF.

3. I have used snippets of posts from AFF in my sermons quite often.

People often laugh when the suggestion is made that AFF is influential.

I beg to differ. I think what we do matters. I think what we post matters.

I think there are literally thousands of people who read but never post here.

Do you disagree with me?

Darcie
07-07-2008, 08:18 PM
Well...
because of AFF I met two of the most wonderful people I will ever know. My Pastor Eddie Cupples and his wife Sherri.
And now we live in Jackson TN, all because of AFF!

Cindy
07-07-2008, 08:19 PM
Of course I disagree with you silly, that's one of the great things about AFF.
You're so :crazy

:tease :tease :tease :tease

Nahum
07-07-2008, 08:20 PM
Let's analyze ourselves.

Is AFF a theology site or a social network?

Nahum
07-07-2008, 08:21 PM
Of course I disagree with you silly, that's one of the great things about AFF.
You're so :crazy

:tease :tease :tease :tease

Admit it, you love it here!:roseglasses

RevDWW
07-07-2008, 08:22 PM
Let's analyze ourselves.

Is AFF a theology site or a social network?

It's not 'or' it's 'and' and the answer is yes.

Nahum
07-07-2008, 08:23 PM
It's not 'or' it's 'and' and the answer is yes.


Have you made any "real-life" friends here?

Cindy
07-07-2008, 08:27 PM
Let's analyze ourselves.

Is AFF a theology site or a social network?

It's a social network. With a little bit of theology thrown in.
I do know a couple of people, but didn't meet them here.
I have talked to one on the phone a few times, and am hoping to meet that person soon face to face.

Nahum
07-07-2008, 08:31 PM
It's a social network. With a little bit of theology thrown in.
I do know a couple of people, but didn't meet them here.
I have talked to one on the phone a few times, and am hoping to meet that person soon face to face.

That's awesome.

I've met three friends that I talk to very regularly - one almost every day.

I've met two others who have either preached for me or I have preached for them. I hope to add to that number soon.

When our church got hit by a storm people from AFF called and sent money. Those acts of kindness meant the world to me.

Cindy
07-07-2008, 08:34 PM
That's awesome.

I've met three friends that I talk to very regularly - one almost every day.

I've met two others who have either preached for me or I have preached for them. I hope to add to that number soon.

When our church got hit by a storm people from AFF called and sent money. Those acts of kindness meant the world to me.

I will say some on AFF make me very happy to see them post. And think I would enjoy spending time with them.:)

RevDWW
07-07-2008, 08:38 PM
Have you made any "real-life" friends here?

Maybe.......Why do you want to know? :ursofunny :ursofunny :ursofunny :ursofunny :ursofunny :ursofunny

revrandy
07-07-2008, 08:38 PM
Truthfully I joined what was then FaithChildForum at a very low point in my life & ministry...now blossoming into ApostolicFriendsForum I am still very blessed and have made some friends for life that have been a great and positive influence not only personally but also in ministry helping me to grow...

Rico
07-07-2008, 08:41 PM
How Has AFF Impacted Your Life?

Wait a minute!

Before you laugh, let me tell you that...

1. I have met some of my best friends on AFF. In other words, the relationships formed here have spilled over into my REAL life.

2. I have had my beliefs challenged and, yes, even strengthened because of AFF.

3. I have used snippets of posts from AFF in my sermons quite often.

People often laugh when the suggestion is made that AFF is influential.

I beg to differ. I think what we do matters. I think what we post matters.

I think there are literally thousands of people who read but never post here.

Do you disagree with me?

That's a very good question. Next question. :D

Darcie
07-07-2008, 08:41 PM
Have you made any "real-life" friends here?

Sherri, Rhenda, Tamor, Raven...

Sister Alvear
07-07-2008, 08:44 PM
I have been blessed by the AFF. I have met several people here and through the forum we have become good friends.

RevDWW
07-07-2008, 08:47 PM
Maybe you need to rephrase the question:

How Has AFF Infected Your Life? :tease

Hoovie
07-07-2008, 08:58 PM
How Has AFF Impacted Your Life?

Wait a minute!

Before you laugh, let me tell you that...

1. I have met some of my best friends on AFF. In other words, the relationships formed here have spilled over into my REAL life.

2. I have had my beliefs challenged and, yes, even strengthened because of AFF.

3. I have used snippets of posts from AFF in my sermons quite often.

People often laugh when the suggestion is made that AFF is influential.

I beg to differ. I think what we do matters. I think what we post matters.

I think there are literally thousands of people who read but never post here.

Do you disagree with me?


Oh yes! I have met a couple dozen who post here and I have always enjoyed doing so. Many of those I count as friends today and the rest I am still friendly with.


I should be taking more time in this post... but in short, AFF has helped me define and refine my beliefs.

I have recieved cards, blessings & letters, and my children have even recieved presents from members here.

They have prayed for me and I for them.

Also, AFF has sort of allowed me to validate myself as a Oneness Pentecostal Christian. I have learned that it's OK to disagree - One can do so and still fully support the overall mission/comission of the church.

MissBrattified
07-07-2008, 09:05 PM
How Has AFF Impacted Your Life?

Wait a minute!

Before you laugh, let me tell you that...

1. I have met some of my best friends on AFF. In other words, the relationships formed here have spilled over into my REAL life.

I think this is one thing I didn't expect--but was pleasantly surprised.

2. I have had my beliefs challenged and, yes, even strengthened because of AFF.

I've had to look things up, and sometimes, I find that I'm wrong. Iron sharpeneth iron.

3. I have used snippets of posts from AFF in my sermons quite often.

Can't say that I've done this, but AFF sure is mentioned a lot at the dinner table. :)

People often laugh when the suggestion is made that AFF is influential.

I beg to differ. I think what we do matters. I think what we post matters.

I think there are literally thousands of people who read but never post here.

Do you disagree with me?

I agree. I think one of the biggest things that AFF has done for me is helped me to be more tolerant of beliefs that are different than mine, from the standpoint that "We disagree, but you are still my brother or sister in Christ." (And mean it.)

Plus, I've met people who knew my parents, or my sisters, or my brother, and have shared history with me that I didn't even know about. That's pretty cool. :coffee2

Overall: Mostly a positive experience. :)

Sherri
07-07-2008, 09:13 PM
I have made some great friends through FCF/NFCF/AFF, as it has evolved through the past few years. I have had the pleasure of meeting/eating with many of them. I have reconnected with people from my past that I had kind of lost contact with. I've had several people from here stop through my town and visit our church or come to my home. And then Darcie came to stay!!! And Renda became one of our saints! I have some other forum members who visit our church igcognito, from time to time, but I won't reveal them.

I have argued and studied many issues on here. I have become stronger on some things and I have learned to be more tolerant of those who disagree with me on others. I hope God has taught me to be move loving to everyone through this experience.

Rico
07-07-2008, 09:20 PM
I have made some great friends through FCF/NFCF/AFF, as it has evolved through the past few years. I have had the pleasure of meeting/eating with many of them. I have reconnected with people from my past that I had kind of lost contact with. I've had several people from here stop through my town and visit our church or come to my home. And then Darcie came to stay!!! And Renda became one of our saints! I have some other forum members who visit our church igcognito, from time to time, but I won't reveal them.

I have argued and studied many issues on here. I have become stronger on some things and I have learned to be more tolerant of those who disagree with me on others. I hope God has taught me to be move loving to everyone through this experience.


Tell the truth, y'all sprinkled some hocus pocus powder in the food when they came to eat, didn'tcha? Come on, confession is good for the soul. Y'all used that magic come here and don't leave dust on them, right? :evilglee

Sherri
07-07-2008, 09:21 PM
Tell the truth, y'all sprinkled some hocus pocus powder in the food when they came to eat, didn'tcha? Come on, confession is good for the soul. Y'all used that magic come here and don't leave dust on them, right? :evilgleeWell, you caught me. I can't get away with anything anymore.:tease

Darcie
07-07-2008, 09:26 PM
Tell the truth, y'all sprinkled some hocus pocus powder in the food when they came to eat, didn'tcha? Come on, confession is good for the soul. Y'all used that magic come here and don't leave dust on them, right? :evilglee

I'm glad they did. We are happy and blessed:)

Rico
07-07-2008, 09:48 PM
I'm glad they did. We are happy and blessed:)

I'm glad you found yourself a nice place to do what you are called to do. Not everyone is as fortunate. Personally, I can't wait to get outta this one horse town, but that's a whole 'nuther story. :)

Sherri
07-07-2008, 09:50 PM
I'm glad you found yourself a nice place to do what you are called to do. Not everyone is as fortunate. Personally, I can't wait to get outta this one horse town, but that's a whole 'nuther story. :)
Well, come on down! We've got room for one more AFF'er.:evilglee

rgcraig
07-07-2008, 10:08 PM
FCF/NFCF/AFF has afforded me opportunity to get back in contact with old friends from JCM and make MANY new friends!!!!

I love having cyber friends!

CC1
07-07-2008, 10:17 PM
FCF/NFCF/AFF has afforded me opportunity to get back in contact with old friends from JCM and make MANY new friends!!!!

I love having cyber friends!

So you are saying that AFF is a ministry to the elderly and "shut in"?:tease

AbundantGrace
07-07-2008, 10:19 PM
How Has AFF Impacted Your Life?

Wait a minute!

Before you laugh, let me tell you that...

1. I have met some of my best friends on AFF. In other words, the relationships formed here have spilled over into my REAL life.

2. I have had my beliefs challenged and, yes, even strengthened because of AFF.

3. I have used snippets of posts from AFF in my sermons quite often.

People often laugh when the suggestion is made that AFF is influential.

I beg to differ. I think what we do matters. I think what we post matters.

I think there are literally thousands of people who read but never post here.

Do you disagree with me?

Well, I've really enjoyed it for the most part. I've met some really nice people here, even though I disagree with most. Also, when I read many of the legalistic arguments on here, it makes me thankful that I'm no longer affiliated with the UPCI. :crazy Did I say that??? lol

stmatthew
07-07-2008, 10:19 PM
I have made some great friends through FCF/NFCF/AFF, as it has evolved through the past few years. I have had the pleasure of meeting/eating with many of them. I have reconnected with people from my past that I had kind of lost contact with. I've had several people from here stop through my town and visit our church or come to my home. And then Darcie came to stay!!! And Renda became one of our saints! I have some other forum members who visit our church igcognito, from time to time, but I won't reveal them.

I have argued and studied many issues on here. I have become stronger on some things and I have learned to be more tolerant of those who disagree with me on others. I hope God has taught me to be move loving to everyone through this experience.

StMark is slipping. This news of Renetha should have been a



***********MAJOR NEWSFLASH**********


:D

Rico
07-07-2008, 10:21 PM
Well, come on down! We've got room for one more AFF'er.:evilglee

Thankfully, I have my magic dust repeller hat on today. :D

Seriously, though, I have you guys on my list of churches I'd like to come visit eventually. The home group we started has visiting other churches as part of the things we'd like to do, once finances make it possible. Right now we are all fighting to keep our heads above water, (pretty much like everyone else), but the wife and I would like to set money aside just for visiting other churches. We're very excited about doing this home meeting thing, but we still want to be able to come experience the traditional type of church service too. There's a sister from this board, who shall remain nameless, that has invited us to her church. Her church is first on our list of churches to visit. She's only a couple of hours away from here, so we can swing that on a Sunday and still make it home at a decent enough hour.

Ron
07-07-2008, 10:23 PM
I found that you Merican's are patient with this Canuck!:D

CC1
07-07-2008, 10:24 PM
Thankfully, I have my magic dust repeller hat on today. :D

Seriously, though, I have you guys on my list of churches I'd like to come visit eventually. The home group we started has visiting other churches as part of the things we'd like to do, once finances make it possible. Right now we are all fighting to keep our heads above water, (pretty much like everyone else), but the wife and I would like to set money aside just for visiting other churches. We're very excited about doing this home meeting thing, but we still want to be able to come experience the traditional type of church service too. There's a sister from this board, who shall remain nameless, that has invited us to her church. Her church is first on our list of churches to visit. She's only a couple of hours away from here, so we can swing that on a Sunday and still make it home at a decent enough hour.


I would recommend that you add the Promiseland Church in Austin, Texas to your list to visit around Christmas time. When I was there during this last Christmas Holiday season I thought of you and had a good chuckle since I counted 15 Christmas trees on the platform and around the building.

Rico
07-07-2008, 10:30 PM
I love having cyber friends!

I kinda like that aspect of posting on here too. There have been times when posting on these boards has been my only connection to anything resembling church, so it's helped me some in my walk. Recently, I have made a decision to be a little more careful about who I consider a brother or sister in the Lord, though. I know it sounds harsh, but there are some things I will never accept as being things God accepts, so I have to draw lines somewhere in the sand. There's a scripture I came across a few days ago that's been on mind quite a bit.


Romans 15:7 (KJV)
7 Wherefore receive ye one another, as Christ also received us to the glory of God.


That word "received" means to accept. So, I am using that as a new standard for my posting life. If I believe God has accepted someone, then I too will accept them. If I feel like God hasn't accepted someone, then neither will I accept them. The tricky part is going to be in deciding whether God has accepted someone or not. :)

Rico
07-07-2008, 10:33 PM
I would recommend that you add the Promiseland Church in Austin, Texas to your list to visit around Christmas time. When I was there during this last Christmas Holiday season I thought of you and had a good chuckle since I counted 15 Christmas trees on the platform and around the building.

Hehehehe! Good thing I am too far away from Austin. Walkin into a church with a chain saw in hand, ready to cut down them Christmas trees, could get a feller shot in Texas! Hmmmmmm. I wonder if that would make me a martyr for the cause. :lol

Steve Epley
07-07-2008, 10:42 PM
My blood pressure has always been to low and AFF has raised it.

Rico
07-07-2008, 10:44 PM
My blood pressure has always been to low and AFF has raised it.

Heheheheheeeeee! Brother Epley, you ain't right!!! :lol

Ron
07-07-2008, 10:44 PM
My blood pressure has always been to low and AFF has raised it.

:ursofunny:ursofunny

rrford
07-07-2008, 11:03 PM
Thinking...

Steve Epley
07-07-2008, 11:08 PM
Thinking...

It hasn't made you do that.:whistle

rrford
07-07-2008, 11:11 PM
It hasn't made you do that.:whistle

You got a very valid point there. :ursofunny

StMark
07-07-2008, 11:19 PM
It's impacted my time mostly. I'm a lot better now as
far as managing it with the forum though.


I've gained some friends from FCF and later
lost a few of those friends


The forums have made me think a little harder
about my belief system and brush up scripture
on a few subjects.

there are some doctrines I had never heard before
coming to the forum. PCI for instance. Seriously, I thought
EVERYONE that called themselves "APOSTOLIC" was
Acts 2:28 til I came here

Steve Epley
07-07-2008, 11:26 PM
It's impacted my time mostly. I'm a lot better now as
far as managing it with the forum though.


I've gained some friends from FCF and later
lost a few of those friends


The forums have made me think a little harder
about my belief system and brush up scripture
on a few subjects.

there are some doctrines I had never heard before
coming to the forum. PCI for instance. Seriously, I thought
EVERYONE that called themselves "APOSTOLIC" was
Acts 2:28 til I came here

You learned some folks are wrong.:whistle

StMark
07-07-2008, 11:34 PM
You learned some folks are wrong.:whistle


About the friendship or the doctrine ??

LaGirl
07-08-2008, 12:27 AM
i have made friends and also have wasted ALOT OF TIME here!! :roseglasses

Cindy
07-08-2008, 12:45 AM
I learned some things I would rather have not known. But that's life I guess even on an apostolic forum. My time here has made me think, and in a way helped me decide to start going to church again.
I have been shocked, saddened, and bewildered. I have laughed, cried (tears of sadness, gladness, and just my heart being touched).
I have wondered if anyone was really listening to my pitiful attempts to connect sometimes. I have also wondered if I have said anything that offended, hurt, or otherwise caused someone to not want to connect. If I have for that I am sorry.
And I hope that I have learned that while not everyone believes exactly the way I do, I hope that I can still be a sister in Jesus to y'all.
And I have been entertained and found some that I think are long lost sisters and brothers. Funny huh, we are.....brothers and sisters in Jesus. Y'all know who you are........:)

OneAccord
07-08-2008, 04:38 AM
AFF has impacted my life in a negative way. Its hindered me from doing things I need to be doing. It has caused me to be late for work, stay up too late, miss supper, its even caused me to miss church. AFF has been the biggest timewaster to invade... I mean, impact... my life. Its made me realize this thing we call the "Apostolic Faith" is the most fractured and divided religious movement on earth.

But the People. The people of AFF have impacted me in more positive ways than I can count. Of course, everyone knows how the people here impacted me this past winter. I have friends. Friends I have never seen- some I will never see- but they are friends. No- they are brothers and they are sisters who, though separated by miles, stood with me when I really needed someone to stand with me. I have sat here reading posts until tears ran down my cheeks. Tears of repentance and tears of sorrow. And, I have sat here with tears running down my cheeks- laughing my head off. I've read some powerful things, and I have come to appreciate the fractures because, like cracks in a sidewalk, they may be a little ugly, and they may cause one stumble a little from time to time, but they don't really stop a person from moving forward if they are really intent on moving forward. I have met some real men and women of God here... and, I have observed some that aren't so real. I think the people of AFF is the truest picture of what it means to be the NT church. Different people of different cultures and views all coming together in one place to seek out the things of God. Not always in agreement, but all with the same purpose- to explore God's Word together (and, just to make it interesting, adding a "News Flash" or a "Major Bombshell!" along the way.)

In a nutshell... AFF has impacted me in a positive way. I can now say I have friends. Look at my FREINDS list. See? I have friends. And there are many more thats not on that list!

Rhoni
07-08-2008, 04:56 AM
...it was the best of times,
...it was the worst of times.

But I have grown and made lifetime friends.

Blessings, Rhoni

Sherri
07-08-2008, 06:48 AM
It's impacted my time mostly. I'm a lot better now as
far as managing it with the forum though.


I've gained some friends from FCF and later
lost a few of those friends


The forums have made me think a little harder
about my belief system and brush up scripture
on a few subjects.

there are some doctrines I had never heard before
coming to the forum. PCI for instance. Seriously, I thought
EVERYONE that called themselves "APOSTOLIC" was
Acts 2:28 til I came here

Is this some new doctrine?:tease

Hoovie
07-08-2008, 06:51 AM
It's impacted my time mostly. I'm a lot better now as
far as managing it with the forum though.


I've gained some friends from FCF and later
lost a few of those friends


The forums have made me think a little harder
about my belief system and brush up scripture
on a few subjects.

there are some doctrines I had never heard before
coming to the forum. PCI for instance. Seriously, I thought
EVERYONE that called themselves "APOSTOLIC" was
Acts 2:28 til I came here

Funny, because discovering there are many ACTS 2:38, "PCI" type believers is a primary reason I have enjoyed the forums. (not that I did not know somewhat before)

Strange because I never really heard of the "Acts 2:28" people you reference I thought three steppers were all sour... :) :ursofunny

CC1
07-08-2008, 07:12 AM
I learned some things I would rather have not known. But that's life I guess even on an apostolic forum. My time here has made me think, and in a way helped me decide to start going to church again.
I have been shocked, saddened, and bewildered. I have laughed, cried (tears of sadness, gladness, and just my heart being touched).
I have wondered if anyone was really listening to my pitiful attempts to connect sometimes. I have also wondered if I have said anything that offended, hurt, or otherwise caused someone to not want to connect. If I have for that I am sorry.
And I hope that I have learned that while not everyone believes exactly the way I do, I hope that I can still be a sister in Jesus to y'all.
And I have been entertained and found some that I think are long lost sisters and brothers. Funny huh, we are.....brothers and sisters in Jesus. Y'all know who you are........:)

Just so you know I read every one of your posts even if I may respond to some. I am glad you are here and glad you have gone back to church!

CC1
07-08-2008, 07:14 AM
there are some doctrines I had never heard before
coming to the forum. PCI for instance. Seriously, I thought
EVERYONE that called themselves "APOSTOLIC" was
Acts 2:28 til I came here

We believe Acts 2:38. We just believe the rest of the Bible also!:tease

Esther
07-08-2008, 07:31 AM
The forum is probably the ONLY place I can find up to date information, mostly thanks to Mark. :)

It has caused me to study out some things that have made me stronger.

I have laughed, cried and gotten mad over different post. And this place is like a family. We have a few "mother" figures, lots of brothers and sisters to squabble with and a few "pastors" to feed and guide us.

It will make you becareful to eat the meat and throw out the bones. :)

And yes I have made friends on the forum. I have new prayer partners, a book editor that has become a very good friend and someone I love dearly!

AFF has a lot to offer. You can see the glass half full or empty, the choice of course is yours. :)

AmericanAngel
07-08-2008, 07:31 AM
You learned some folks are wrong.:whistle

But you love me anyways, right Bro. Epley?!!!!!:friend
:kittyhug:bliss

deltaguitar
07-08-2008, 08:11 AM
I came a three-stepper and now have reevaluated that position. Thanks to all those who have helped me understand more about the history of Oneness Christianity.

Without AFF I might not have been able to make the transition out of the UPC and into a much more stable Christian environment.

rgcraig
07-08-2008, 08:13 AM
At time AFF has been a friend to the friendless for me.................lol!

I too have wasted a lot of time here, but it's cheap entertainment and you don't have to get all dressed up for it either!

BrotherEastman
07-08-2008, 08:15 AM
I found that you Merican's are patient with this Canuck!:D
Having patience with a Canuck has become an art form for me; just ask my wife. LOL!

BrotherEastman
07-08-2008, 08:27 AM
Okay, in all seriousness. AFF has been fun and also frustrating with some of the 'tudes I've had to deal with. Like some others on here, I really was suprised to know that there are others who do not believe or hold the same "apostolic" doctrine as I do. Of course, I found that out through the GNC as well. I have had to learn to be tolerant quick, and I think as a result, I have become more tolerant of other Apostolics though I do not agree with them. I would say that the AFF has helped me to grow and learn through the many diverse thoughts that are found here.

POWERUP
07-08-2008, 08:58 AM
Pastor Poster,

Definitely a cool forum. I by the way was one of the 1000's to read before I joined. Met some great people since I joined.

Sorry I haven't posted in a while. Been wrapped up.

So. Hello everyone. Oh. Ya forgot me already.

tstew
07-08-2008, 09:40 AM
By "impacted" do you mean influenced and affected in a significant way......or like with a wisdom tooth? :)

Ferd
07-08-2008, 09:44 AM
well, I guess ive been a train wreck watcher. ive watched people backslide on the internet. very upsetting.


personally, I may be the only person on AFF to have become more conservitive because of these forums. (how's that for narcisism.

SDG
07-08-2008, 09:47 AM
Um ... I don't have a life ...

SDG
07-08-2008, 09:58 AM
Actually I have met great people and forged some great friendships here ...

Among my friends who I've met her and have personal links to outside of the forum (phone or in person) are Ron Lennex, Shelby Smith (Adino), Delta Guitar, CrazyHomie, Anapko, DeltaSoundman, Renda, Raven, Sherri, Pastor D, Rhoni, Bill Price, Mark, MOW and Pastor Poster ...

Others I've met as a result of AFF are CC1, Pianoman, Mercy, Chosenbyone

I hope to meet Nahkoe this month

I knew James Griffin and Chicago Pastor before AFF .... but it has been a way we continue to connect and fodder for conversation.

J-Roc is my best friend from childhood ... and Darcie ....my sister and MA, my mama.

Of course there are dozens of others that I've had wonderful interactions w/ electronically.

(I hope I haven't missed anyone)

The most pertinent impact would be ...

had I not met DeltaGuitar on here and GNC ... then gotten permanently banned last December and help found Synadelfos ... I would have never met my fiance, Lady Cass. It was DeltaGuitar who invited her to join SynaDa ... last January. The rest is history.

So I want to thank Admin for kicking my tail out here.

deltaguitar
07-08-2008, 10:07 AM
Actually I have met great people and forged some great friendships here ...

Among my friends who I've met and have personal links to outside of the forum are Ron Lennex, Shelby Smith (Adino), Delta Guitar, CrazyHomie, Anapko, DeltaSoundman, Renda, Raven, Sherri, Pastor D, Rhoni, Bill Price, Mark, MOW and Pastor Poster ...

Others I've met as a result of AFF are CC1, Pianoman, Mercy, Chosenbyone

I hope to meet Nahkoe this month

I knew James Griffin and Chicago Pastor before AFF .... but it has been a way we continue to connect and fodder for conversation.

J-Roc is my best friend from childhood ... and Darcie ....my sister and MA, my mama.

Of course there are dozens of others that I've had wonderful interactions w/ electronically.

(I hope I haven't missed anyone)

The most pertinent impact would be ...

had I not met DeltaGuitar on here and GNC ... then gotten permanently last December and help found Synadelfos ... I would have never met my fiance. It was DeltaGuitar who invited her to join SynaDa ... last January. The rest is history.

So I want to thank Admin for kicking my tail out here.

There ya go, any testimony with my name is a good testimony. Ha Ha. And if our church had not split then I wouldn't have spent so much time on here and the other forums trying to find out more about our UPC doctrine. So, really Dan, you should thank deltachurchsplitter.

SDG
07-08-2008, 10:16 AM
There ya go, any testimony with my name is a good testimony. Ha Ha. And if our church had not split then I wouldn't have spent so much time on here and the other forums trying to find out more about our UPC doctrine. So, really Dan, you should thank deltachurchsplitter.

Thank you for being a witness ....

Ron
07-08-2008, 10:50 AM
At time AFF has been a friend to the friendless for me.................lol!

I too have wasted a lot of time here, but it's cheap entertainment and you don't have to get all dressed up for it either!

So I don't have to wear a suit & tie???:uhoh

CC1
07-08-2008, 10:54 AM
had I not met DeltaGuitar on here and GNC ... then gotten permanently banned last December and help found Synadelfos ... I would have never met my fiance, Lady Cass. It was DeltaGuitar who invited her to join SynaDa ... last January. The rest is history.

So I want to thank Admin for kicking my tail out here.

Glad we could do it!!!! (and willing to do it again if you don't behave):tease

SDG
07-08-2008, 10:56 AM
Glad we could do it!!!! (and willing to do it again if you don't behave):tease

I know you've got your finger on the button and your love for my posting style... so I try to lay low when you're around.

:bigbaby

Ron
07-08-2008, 10:56 AM
Glad we could do it!!!! (and willing to do it again if you don't behave):tease

You are full of blessings today!:ursofunny

CC1
07-08-2008, 10:59 AM
So you are saying that AFF is a ministry to the elderly and "shut in"?:tease

*BUMP* For Renda since she didn't see it (or more likely ignored it):tease

Brad Murphy
07-08-2008, 11:03 AM
I've met Nate Slatter, Ron Lennox, and Randy Graham, all good people, have also talked to Carpenter and Steve Stevens on the phone... but never actually met them. I think that is about it. I haven't really changed any of my views, have just become more and more transparent about them. I watch some other people swing back and forth but I am just me, all the time. :)

The Mrs
07-08-2008, 11:31 AM
I LOVE AFF and my cyber family!!! :heart

:bliss :bliss :bliss

dizzyde
07-08-2008, 11:46 AM
For me, AFF has been a blessing in several ways. I have been in a real transitioning time of my life, and it has helped me to start breaking out of my self-imposed exile from most of society.

I had allowed myself, because of the events of my life, to become extremely isolated from anybody but a very small group of family and friends. Even at my church, I tended (and still do, I am working on it) to get in and get out, without much, if any human interaction. I know it is laughable to say that I am re-socializing myself with a group of virtual strangers on the internet, but it is really true.

Another thing that has been really amazing to me, is that I also felt very isolated in the way that I had come to view some things, and I have had them addressed on this forum without me ever saying a word. That has been pretty incredible to me, to know that I was not the only one in the world that had these thoughts and ideas. I very much appreciate those who allow themselves to be transparent in their questions and ideas.

So, AFF has been for the most part, a very positive experience for me, the biggest negative for me is learning to manage my time on here. Still working on that. :igotit

DividedThigh
07-08-2008, 11:47 AM
got reacquainted with many old friends and made new ones, aff is great, dt

Hoovie
07-08-2008, 11:56 AM
*BUMP* For Renda since she didn't see it (or more likely ignored it):tease

I just talked to rg, and she in en-route to St. Louis today from Branson.

She did not disclose whether she is traveling by ambulance, wheelchair or standard auto.

Scott Hutchinson
07-08-2008, 11:59 AM
I have made some online friends due to forums,but sometimes I do think I spend too much time online.

tstew
07-08-2008, 12:32 PM
I have made some online friends due to forums,but sometimes I do think I spend too much time online.

Yeah, you've got to mix in a TV break every once in a while. :evilglee

Scott Hutchinson
07-08-2008, 12:39 PM
I guess I can watch the news cause I don't have a card to be pulled.

Scott Hutchinson
07-08-2008, 12:40 PM
TSTEW I would like to meet you in person,if you ever come my way my wife can cook some good country food.

DividedThigh
07-08-2008, 01:16 PM
oh boy scott country food sounds awesome i want some of that, lol

tstew
07-08-2008, 01:26 PM
TSTEW I would like to meet you in person,if you ever come my way my wife can cook some good country food.

That's all it takes for a big boy like myself. I do travel a lot so be careful what you say...you may just get a knock on the door. :nutso:hello

OP_Carl
07-08-2008, 08:23 PM
How Has AFF Impacted Your Life?
It has increased my apathy, and greatly enhanced my general disregard for humankind. It has helped to center my perspectives on the definition of time-wasting. It has shown me that there are, indeed, places where cognitive dissonance is viewed as a skill instead of a liability. It has convinced me that the self-deluded desire company, not deliverance.

To be fair, I should also mention that there have been some negative impacts as well.

Nahum
07-08-2008, 08:24 PM
lol

RevDWW
07-08-2008, 08:55 PM
Have you made any "real-life" friends here?

I believe I have made a few friends. You being one of them. I am correct in that aren't I? :dance

RevDWW
07-08-2008, 08:57 PM
It has increased my apathy, and greatly enhanced my general disregard for humankind. It has helped to center my perspectives on the definition of time-wasting. It has shown me that there are, indeed, places where cognitive dissonance is viewed as a skill instead of a liability. It has convinced me that the self-deluded desire company, not deliverance.

To be fair, I should also mention that there have been some negative impacts as well.

I have been amused at crafty word smithing!

Nahum
07-08-2008, 09:02 PM
I believe I have made a few friends. You being one of them. I am correct in that aren't I? :dance

Absolootly.:friend

RevDWW
07-08-2008, 09:08 PM
Absolootly.:friend

Then it hasn't been an absoloot waste then! :friend

Jermyn Davidson
07-08-2008, 09:26 PM
When I am on AFF, I am not downloading porn or on other websites that promote sin. AFF has given me a healthy place to socially interact, discuss contemporary issues and to ask spiritual questions. Every once in a while, my spiritual questions actually get answered.

Sam
07-08-2008, 10:17 PM
Let's analyze ourselves.

Is AFF a theology site or a social network?

yes

Scott Hutchinson
07-08-2008, 10:30 PM
That's all it takes for a big boy like myself. I do travel a lot so be careful what you say...you may just get a knock on the door. :nutso:hello

Knock on the door cause the home folks will be at home.

chosenbyone
07-08-2008, 11:59 PM
Um ... I don't have a life ...

Hopefully, that will change when Cass moves to Houston. :winkgrin

Rhoni
07-09-2008, 05:10 AM
Hopefully, that will change when Cass moves to Houston. :winkgrin

If it doesn't, I'll be seeing Cass for some Divorce recovery sessions...and kicking Mr. Alicea in the pants...:club

Carpenter
07-09-2008, 08:55 AM
AFF has caused me to question what I don't believe.




:D