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Originally Posted by mizpeh
When I read AB's first response to your post, I was taken aback with my mouth dropped to the floor! I was hoping things would get better but, man, after all this time you two still were squabbling.  To read this stuff from brothers in the Lord is disheartening. Bless those that curse you and Do unto others....well, you know the scriptures. Just a gentle reminder to be mindful of Who we represent in our words and deeds.
Using some smiley faces helps others to know when things are said in jest. He didn't use any so I took what he said seriously. 
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Smiley faces are typical forumese jesting. I didn't see any either, therefore I responded the way I did (although I could have been a little less abrasive myself).
Paul and Peter were brothers, but Paul withstood Peter to the face. Also, Peter and Barnabas had sharp contention between each other. etc etc... you know where I am going with this. I don't think disagreements, even sharp disagreements, are always inappropriate. We just need to keep in mind that the goal to our disagreement MUST BE for the best and most noble resolution. And that is what I hope for....