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What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
Jekyll
02-19-2007, 06:45 PM
You owe me no Apologies
:)
You owe me no Apologies
:)
God forbid I ever do you wrong, sir...if I do, an apology will come forthwith!!
Sherri
02-19-2007, 08:57 PM
Beautiful, Barb, as always!
Scott Hutchinson
02-19-2007, 09:41 PM
Great Sister Barb.
Garfield
02-19-2007, 09:42 PM
Nothing?
ChTatum
02-19-2007, 09:54 PM
Great post, sister. My God grant me the humility and sober-minded thinking you have displayed.
Thank you...to God be the glory!!
It is not uncommon from time to time for one to question their worth in a place of such an eclectic group, and I am no exception. I woke this morning sorta feeling this way...trust the rest of the day is better, eh?:praying
Nothing?
You are wrong, Gar...
Rhoni
02-20-2007, 05:54 AM
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
:praying This should be the prayer and posts of us all!
Thank-you, Rhonda
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 06:57 AM
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
Aunty Barb, what a timely and thought-provoking post.
Since I first read these words yesterday, I have been pondering how best to respond.
I am deeply concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet. Many of them expect a certain level of posting, and I hate to disappoint them. If I shirk my duties, who will provide comic relief when the dingbat quotient gets too high to be healthy?
If my posting is misunderstood, I just tell myself that it always has been easier to get misunderstanding than Miss America.
When my posting upsets the masses, I remind myself that the masses elected Bill Clinton too.
I don't really consider posting on a message board a game, but it is a diversion. Good things happen sometimes, but it is not a ministry.
I don't make an effort to be offensive, but neither do I think I am responsible for the hand-wringing of ninnies whose feelings are always on their sleeves, whether short or long.
What do I owe?
I owe it to me and others to be myself, within the boundaries of the rules here.
And if my foot slips across the line and I get an infraction or a ban, I owe it to myself and others to take it like an adult and not whine.
Ronzo
02-20-2007, 07:04 AM
I don't owe anyone anything... If I offend someone, big deal. That's their problem, not mine.
:tease
:killinme
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 08:29 AM
I don't owe anyone anything... If I offend someone, big deal. That's their problem, not mine.
:tease
:killinme
That's the spirit, Ron!
You're gaining on it. :bliss
Ronzo
02-20-2007, 08:38 AM
That's the spirit, Ron!
You're gaining on it. :bliss
Well... I am Smarmy, ya know!
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 08:51 AM
Well... I am Smarmy, ya know!
Ron, were you one of the privileged that I personally branded with the Scarlet Letter, the Big S?
Or did you hear it from someone else?
The annals of FCF are getting fuzzy in my memory in some cases.
Now the PT Skirmishes are still pretty clear to me. :)
revrandy
02-20-2007, 08:54 AM
Well... I am Smarmy, ya know!
Your Smarmines Becomes you... Well Done!!! Thou Good and Smarmy Brother!!:highfive
Ronzo
02-20-2007, 08:56 AM
Ron, were you one of the privileged that I personally branded with the Scarlet Letter, the Big S?
Or did you hear it from someone else?
The annals of FCF are getting fuzzy in my memory in some cases.
Now the PT Skirmishes are still pretty clear to me. :)
I was nominated into the Smarmalogical Society by His Smarminess, The High Priest of Smarmology, Ferd.
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 08:57 AM
I was nominated into the Smarmalogical Society by His Smarminess, The High Priest of Smarmology, Ferd.
Good.
That is one mark that I don't have against me.:highfive
Ronzo
02-20-2007, 08:59 AM
Good.
That is one mark that I don't have against me.:highfive
I wouldn't hold it against you. It's a badge of honor.
:praying <~ me being holy
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 09:00 AM
I wouldn't hold it against you. It's a badge of honor.
:praying <~ me being holy
What all do I need to apologize to you for, Ron?
I lost that file when my computer crashed.;)
Do you have a list anywhere?
Ronzo
02-20-2007, 09:03 AM
What all do I need to apologize to you for, Ron?
I lost that file when my computer crashed.;)
Do you have a list anywhere?
I cannot confirm that a list even existed. I have no record of said list.
You must be either misinformed, or thinking of some other poster who actually kept a list on your actions.
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 09:06 AM
I cannot confirm that a list even existed. I have no record of said list.
You must be either misinformed, or thinking of some other poster who actually kept a list on your actions.
LOL!
I am just cutting up a little, Ron.
Actually, I think we got along fairly well for two fellows at different places on the ideological spectrum. :)
Ronzo
02-20-2007, 09:09 AM
LOL!
I am just cutting up a little, Ron.
Actually, I think we got along fairly well for two fellows at different places on the ideological spectrum. :)
Man... I had you fooled!
Here I was grittin' my teeth, steam comin' out of my ears, and stickin' pins in a "coonskinner" doll every time you posted...
:evilglee
Surprised you didn't pick up on that.
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 09:11 AM
Man... I had you fooled!
Here I was grittin' my teeth, steam comin' out of my ears, and stickin' pins in a "coonskinner" doll every time you posted...
:evilglee
Surprised you didn't pick up on that.
You'll have to overlook me Ron.
I am just a simple country boy, naive and disingenuous, accepting things at face value and clomping along through life.
The subtleties of the smarter and smarmier often escape my notice. ;)
Ronzo
02-20-2007, 09:22 AM
Well boy, c'mon down hee-yah an' let me git u sumah thayt book-lernin' stuff!
OneAccord
02-20-2007, 09:28 AM
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
Thanks once again for a inspiring and timely post. Too bad it will go unnoticed except by a very few who truly believe they will be held accountable for their words and actions.
Sister Truth Seeker
02-20-2007, 10:05 AM
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
This is awesome...if we all lived by this there would be no need for the rules of this forum....
Margies3
02-20-2007, 12:50 PM
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
*bump* because this is rich!
Thank you all for your kindness...
This has not been the best of days. Sis. Barb woke up kinda...ummmm, cranky is a nice way of putting it, and it went downhill from there. But, then I came in and read your kind thoughts, and CS and Bro. Ron made me laugh, so I am feeling better, praise the Lord!!:ty
whollyHis
02-20-2007, 02:25 PM
Thank you all for your kindness...
This has not been the best of days. Sis. Barb woke up kinda...ummmm, cranky is a nice way of putting it, and it went downhill from there. But, then I came in and read your kind thoughts, and CS and Bro. Ron made me laugh, so I am feeling better, praise the Lord!!:ty
Girl!! Is there such a thing as a 'cranky spirit'???? :dunno I woke up cranky too, and have had a pretty good day- just 'edgy'. :sad
Aunty Barb, what a timely and thought-provoking post.
Since I first read these words yesterday, I have been pondering how best to respond.
I am deeply concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet. Many of them expect a certain level of posting, and I hate to disappoint them. If I shirk my duties, who will provide comic relief when the dingbat quotient gets too high to be healthy?
If my posting is misunderstood, I just tell myself that it always has been easier to get misunderstanding than Miss America.
When my posting upsets the masses, I remind myself that the masses elected Bill Clinton too.
I don't really consider posting on a message board a game, but it is a diversion. Good things happen sometimes, but it is not a ministry.
I don't make an effort to be offensive, but neither do I think I am responsible for the hand-wringing of ninnies whose feelings are always on their sleeves, whether short or long.
What do I owe?
I owe it to me and others to be myself, within the boundaries of the rules here.
And if my foot slips across the line and I get an infraction or a ban, I owe it to myself and others to take it like an adult and not whine.
Thank you for this, Elder...there is so much here I could respond to, but will just say that though you may not consider this a ministry, you do minister...at least you have to me. If that is what you meant by "good things happen sometimes," well, I would call it more than just a good thing, and for it I thank you. :ty
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 02:27 PM
Barb, bless your heart, if we all posted like you, the collective glucose level of the forum would skyrocket. :)
However, it might get a little dull without the occasional donnybrook to liven it up. :)
We love you to death, and we need you and your influence.
But a careful balance of dingbats must also be maintained if there is to be much real excitement on any discussion board. ;)
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 02:28 PM
Thank you for this, Elder...there is so much here I could respond to, but will just say that though you may not consider this a ministry, you do minister...at least you have to me. If that is what you meant by "good things happen sometimes," well, I would call it more than just a good thing, and for it I thank you. :ty
Barb, I was mostly joshing when I wrote that...or maybe partly joshing. :)
Ministry on the internet is more of a happy accident than something that can be planned for and maintained in my opinion.
Your mileage may vary. :)
whollyHis
02-20-2007, 02:30 PM
DO you need a license to be an 'Internet Minister'???? Just wondered.
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 02:32 PM
DO you need a license to be an 'Internet Minister'???? Just wondered.
I don't think you need a license to be a minister anywhere.
One of the biggest nagging issues that troubles me about my participation on these boards is trying not to get in a situation where I am counselling saints that I am not called to oversee.
I try to address general situations only, but have probably crossed lines inadvertently at times, and that bothers me.
I try to be careful and aware, but still may have transgressed.
Barb, bless your heart, if we all posted like you, the collective glucose level of the forum would skyrocket. :)
However, it might get a little dull without the occasional donnybrook to liven it up. :)
We love you to death, and we need you and your influence.
But a careful balance of dingbats must also be maintained if there is to be much real excitement on any discussion board. ;)
I agree, CS...and I know you're right about me...sometimes I even make my own self sick from too much sugar!!:p
I need to tell someone off today...that'll change my image!! Where's Roxie?!:D
MissBrattified
02-20-2007, 02:36 PM
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
I think we owe one another the same civility and Christian courtesy we would show if we were face to face.
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
No way! :drawguns
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
I think that due to the anonymity factor, that repercussions are lacking in most cases, so it is up to individuals to hold themselves accountable for their own words and behavior--which tends to reveal true character.
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If one or two (out of hundreds of members) misunderstand, it could be them; if you are regularly misunderstood by a large majority, then it's probably your responsibility, due to poor communication skills or throwing caution to the wind-posting-style or whatever.
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
You are. :bliss
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
Very nicely said!!!! :ty :ty :ty
Barb, I was mostly joshing when I wrote that...or maybe partly joshing. :)
Ministry on the internet is more of a happy accident than something that can be planned for and maintained in my opinion.
Your mileage may vary. :)
Yes, but I was serious... :)
MissBrattified
02-20-2007, 02:38 PM
Barb, bless your heart, if we all posted like you, the collective glucose level of the forum would skyrocket. :)
However, it might get a little dull without the occasional donnybrook to liven it up. :)
We love you to death, and we need you and your influence.
But a careful balance of dingbats must also be maintained if there is to be much real excitement on any discussion board. ;)
Sugarcoated and civil aren't quite the same. Interesting, provocative and controversial conversations are possible without malicious words...don't you agree? I've certainly seen you, rrford, Carp and other apt conversationalists accomplish it, on a regular basis.
I agree; it doesn't need to be sugar and spice and everything nice. We need some snails and puppy dog tails thrown in for good measure.
I think we owe one another the same civility and Christian courtesy we would show if we were face to face.
No way! :drawguns
I think that due to the anonymity factor, that repercussions are lacking in most cases, so it is up to individuals to hold themselves accountable for their own words and behavior--which tends to reveal true character.
If one or two (out of hundreds of members) misunderstand, it could be them; if you are regularly misunderstood by a large majority, then it's probably your responsibility, due to poor communication skills or throwing caution to the wind-posting-style or whatever.
You are. :bliss
Very nicely said!!!! :ty :ty :ty
Bless your heart, Miss Bratt...:ty
Coonskinner
02-20-2007, 02:48 PM
Sugarcoated and civil aren't quite the same. Interesting, provocative and controversial conversations are possible without malicious words...don't you agree? I've certainly seen you, rrford, Carp and other apt conversationalists accomplish it, on a regular basis.
I agree; it doesn't need to be sugar and spice and everything nice. We need some snails and puppy dog tails thrown in for good measure.
I do agree, Miss B.
Thanks for the compliment too.
whollyHis
02-20-2007, 03:06 PM
I don't think you need a license to be a minister anywhere.
One of the biggest nagging issues that troubles me about my participation on these boards is trying not to get in a situation where I am counselling saints that I am not called to oversee.
I try to address general situations only, but have probably crossed lines inadvertently at times, and that bothers me.
I try to be careful and aware, but still may have transgressed.
ooops...forgot the smiley- I was being a 'meanie'....:tease
Sugarcoated and civil aren't quite the same. Interesting, provocative and controversial conversations are possible without malicious words...don't you agree? I've certainly seen you, rrford, Carp and other apt conversationalists accomplish it, on a regular basis.
I agree; it doesn't need to be sugar and spice and everything nice. We need some snails and puppy dog tails thrown in for good measure.
I agree as well, Abi...oh and I will try not to be overly sugar and spice...:hunter ;)
Esther
02-20-2007, 03:51 PM
Good post Barb and CS. :highfive
Good post Barb and CS. :highfive
Bless you, Esther...
When I left this thread and the board last night, I was beat down to my socks and said I was ready to change my image and tell someone off.:heeheehee Fortunately, I chose to go to bed at 7:30, so now I don't have to turn in my 'Miss Congeniality' ribbon!!:bliss
God is good...found another thing I owe you AND me...the wisdom to know when to call it a day.
Praise God for wisdom!!:thumbsup
Thought I'd bump this tonight...God bless you all!!:)
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
I owe you the right to be wrong :D ;) as well as the right to be right. Hard as it is to believe, I am not always right...often you are right and I am very wrong. On those odd days when this is so, I owe you the courtesy of acknowledging the fact. :heeheehee
Seriously, I know folk for whom the above is not an easy thing to do (not thinking of anyone here). But Christian charity will allow for someone else be right.
I owe you my silence once and a while. My opinion is not the only one worth entertaining and may not always be welcomed. Maturity and grace have taught me restraint....especially if my opinion will cause you heartbreak or upset. When weighed in the balance of time, will my voice have been worth the strife it may have caused?! ;)
Subdued
02-22-2007, 03:56 PM
Hard as it is to believe, I am not always right...often you are right and I am very wrong.
Uhhh.... That's not what you told me yesterday! :dunno
Uhhh.... That's not what you told me yesterday! :dunno
Cute, Subby!! :heeheehee
Subdued
02-22-2007, 04:07 PM
Cute, Subby!! :heeheehee
:killinme At least I speak the truth. ;)
Subdued
02-22-2007, 04:08 PM
:killinme At least I speak the truth. ;)
(Sorry, I know this is a serious thread. I'll behave now.)
:killinme At least I speak the truth. ;)
:confused:
Subdued
02-22-2007, 04:14 PM
:confused:
Oh, that sounded like I was saying that you were lying. I didn't mean it that way - What I mean is: At least I ain't lyin'... That's what you told me. LOL
Oh, that sounded like I was saying that you were lying. I didn't mean it that way - What I mean is: At least I ain't lyin'... That's what you told me. LOL
HUH?! Never mind...
Subdued
02-22-2007, 04:25 PM
HUH?! Never mind...
I'm apparently have trouble communicating this evening. Let me try again; although, it won't be funny now - LOL
You jokingly told me yesterday that you know everything. Then you posted today that you do NOT know everything. So I posted, "That's not what you told me yesterday," and then I *attempted* to say, "Well, ain't that the truth? That's what you told me, right?"
Oh, forget it - I'm just making it worse. Just consider it a joke that fell flat. LOL
(Did anyone get what I was saying?? I guess my job is getting to me - yeah, I'll blame it on my job.)
I'm apparently have trouble communicating this evening. Let me try again; although, it won't be funny now - LOL
You jokingly told me yesterday that you know everything. Then you posted today that you do NOT know everything. So I posted, "That's not what you told me yesterday," and then I *attempted* to say, "Well, ain't that the truth? That's what you told me, right?"
Oh, forget it - I'm just making it worse. Just consider it a joke that fell flat. LOL
(Did anyone get what I was saying?? I guess my job is getting to me - yeah, I'll blame it on my job.)
No, it's mine getting to me...been a long day, Sub... *sigh*
Sorry I didn't get your joke. No problem, girl...don't sweat the small stuff!!:)
What do I owe YOU?!
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend, and I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
What do I owe you?!
I owe you me...the real me, not some hyped up version of a Saintly somebody who sits on the right hand of the Father, who never makes mistakes or errs in judgment .
The real me...no pretense of spirituality or superiority.
Just me...with my flaws and short comings...not better than...just me.
Sometimes I am known by a username (at GNC for instance), but regardless, I am just me.
I am a woman with fears and regrets, yet I stand tall because those precious twins, grace and mercy are on my trail 24/7, reminding me that all that is under the Blood is under the Blood.
It is this constant reminder that sustains me and allows that I can show so much grace and mercy because I have received so, so much.
Because the real me is not perfect, in that I am not flawless, I can appreciate the imperfection of others. This keeps me from pointing a chubby finger in anyone's direction, for with the same magnifying glass of inspection I view your life, you are looking at mine.
I am not ruler of my domain or captain of my own ship...I answer to One who knows me best and loves me most. Therefore, I don't move by feelings or personal judgment calls...I move as His hand leads and directs.
I am just me and I owe you the best me that can be offered...free from arrogance and pride...just me. :tiphat
What do I owe you?!
I owe you me...the real me, not some hyped up version of a Saintly somebody who sits on the right hand of the Father, who never makes mistakes or errs in judgment.
The real me...no pretense of spirituality or superiority.
Just me...with my flaws and short comings...not better than...just me.
Sometimes I am known by a username (at GNC for instance), but regardless, I am just me.
I am a woman with fears and regrets, yet I stand tall because those precious twins, grace and mercy are on my trail 24/7, reminding me that all that is under the Blood is under the Blood.
It is this constant reminder that sustains me and allows that I can show so much grace and mercy because I have received so, so much.
Because the real me is not perfect, in that I am not flawless, I can appreciate the imperfection of others. This keeps me from pointing a chubby finger in anyone's direction, for with the same magnifying glass of inspection I view your life, you are looking at mine.
I am not ruler of my domain or captain of my own ship...I answer to One who knows me best and loves me most. Therefore, I don't move by feelings or personal judgment calls...I move as His hand leads and directs.
I am just me and I owe you the best me that can be offered...free from arrogance and pride...just me. :tiphat
dee77
03-27-2007, 01:56 PM
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
This should not only apply what is written in the Internet forum but also what comes out of our mouths in every day conversation.
dee77
03-27-2007, 02:00 PM
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
This should also apply not only to internet Forums but also out of our mouths in everyday conversation!
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
BrotherEastman
04-24-2007, 06:20 PM
Barb, I think we get the message. It's becoming a little redundant. LOL!
Barb, I think we get the message. It's becoming a little redundant. LOL!
Sorry...you won't see it again...
BrotherEastman
04-24-2007, 06:28 PM
Sorry...you won't see it again...
Okay, I can't help it, I'm feeling a little guilty, perhaps I OWE YOU an apology. Forgive me sis! God bless you.
Okay, I can't help it, I'm feeling a little guilty, perhaps I OWE YOU an apology. Forgive me sis! God bless you.
Nothing to forgive, Bro. E...
BrotherEastman
04-24-2007, 06:35 PM
Nothing to forgive, Bro. E...
I honestly like your disposition, I am glad you didn't take me the wrong way.:ty
Bumping this today for the faithful...love you with the love of the Lord!!
What do I owe you as posters on an Apostolic internet forum?!
Should I be in any way concerned about the feelings of faceless people I may never meet?!
Should I be allowed to post any and everything I choose because I think I can?!
IS this just a game where we feel free to come and post without a worry as to the repercussions?!
If my posting is continually misunderstood, who is responsible for the misunderstanding?!
If my posting continually upsets the masses, who is responsible for the upset?!
Just what DO I owe you?!
Everyone must answer this for themselves, but I will tell you what I owe you...
I owe you words seasoned with grace, whether I agree with you or not. The Apostle wrote, As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith (Gal. 6:10). That 'do good' means to speak good as well as do good...in other words, my actions should be a reflection of my speech.
I owe you respect. Propriety and common sense should teach me to approach any topic with respect for the reader and respect for myself. My first thought should not be the expression of my opinion as much as the expression of the holiness within me AND you. I don't care if you don't belong to my clubhouse or wear my uniform...I owe you respect.
I owe you the love of Christ, even if your actions are not likable. Surely in this life not everyone will like everything I do or say, but prayerfully all who are called by the Name of the Lord will love me with the love of Christ.
I owe you honesty in posting and conversation. If I cannot tell you the truth...if everything is undergirded by an untruth or coverup, where is my holiness displayed?! My uncut hair means nothing in the light of speaking truth and living honorably!! Truth demands that I not pretend I am something my life cannot back up.
I owe you, Apostolic Friend...I intend to pay what I owe by the help of the Almighty!!
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