Full Compliance

[The Mrs]

Originally Posted by notofworks

Ok, I consider myself highly skilled, in fact, an expert, in avoiding infractions. It took me a while but I figured it out. Since I figured out the name-calling/infraction game, I've only received the infractions I wanted. Here recently, I basically begged for one because I wanted to know if there was a change in the AFF climate (and learned there was). So, if I say, "You're an idiot", I'm going to get an infraction....well, unless I said it to Coadie. However, if I say, "Be careful, you're starting to sound like an idiot", I'm squeaky clean.

But I see here it's possible that I can actually add to my name-calling/insult arsenal. For example, if I say, "The Forum's obsession this week with taking away my ability to comment about the validity of baptism in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit is theologically irresponsible", I'm going to get an infraction.

BUT.....if I say, "I think the Forum's obsession this week with taking away my ability to comment about the validity of baptism in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit is theologically irresponsible", I'm off the hook?

I LOVE IT!! This could open up a while new world to me!

While I would agree with most of what you've learned. I should probably warn you that we do have a 'general forum disruption' clause that you could fall under if we see a lot of disrespect, mockery and ridicule.

Quoted from the Forum Rules:

Because our goal is for AFF to be a place where Liberal, Moderate, and Conservatives can peacefully co-exist, Admin reserves the right to ban any member at any time should they agree that any member's posting style, general attitude, or overall presence is causing a disruption on the forum as a whole.

So you're not totally off the hook with that style of posting.

[Hoovie]

So... NOW, as much as you don't like it, you posting here is a privilege and contingent on you being pleasant and an all around asset to this forum.

[notofworks]

Originally Posted by The Mrs

While I would agree with most of what you've learned. I should probably warn you that we do have a 'general forum disruption' clause that you could fall under if we see a lot of disrespect, mockery and ridicule.

Quoted from the Forum Rules:



So you're not totally off the hook with that style of posting.

But of course, because I am so well loved by all the Admin, and well respected, and also because my posting style is almost always loving and kind, I haven't been disruptive! And I never mock. I'll disagree passionately but I hate mocking.

But hey, someone told me today, privately, that he's praying for me to be thrown off the forum. I feel pretty special!

[notofworks]

Originally Posted by Hoovie

So... NOW, as much as you don't like it, you posting here is a privilege and contingent on you being pleasant and an all around asset to this forum.

Whoa, whoa, whoa!!!!!! You need to say, "As much as I THINK you don't like it!!!!" I like it just fine. I get bored when ya'll start talking about the snow, your grandkids, the color of your living room carpet, or what the price of gas is in Chattanooga. On the same token, if it were a free-for-all, there would be no creative challenges to be controversial while at the same time, obeying the rules! It's kinda like the Old Testament.....you could be as mean as you wanted, just obey the technical letter of the law. That's what happens here on the forum. Hey, there's a new name!!! www.oldtestamentforum.com

I like that!

[A.W. Bowman]

And, me

[Hoovie]

Peace out NOW. Just saying our disputes need to be couched in respect for contrary beliefs.

And I hope if we ever meet, you will join me in cup of Java and ask about my kids before you rain hellfire on on my church...

[notofworks]

Originally Posted by Hoovie

Peace out NOW. Just saying our disputes need to be couched in respect for contrary beliefs.

And I hope if we ever meet, you will join me in cup of Java and ask about my kids before you rain hellfire on on my church...

I would never defile myself by consuming one single ounce of caffeine, you heathen. Oh wait, I mean, "I THINK you're a heathen!"

And besides, my ADD meds don't allow any caffeine.

[Hoovie]

Originally Posted by notofworks

I would never defile myself by consuming one single ounce of caffeine, you heathen. Oh wait, I mean, "I THINK you're a heathen!"

And besides, my ADD meds don't allow any caffeine.

What are you a Puritan? Personally, I have had my fill of Pilgrim life.

15Then Peter said to Jesus, “Explain to us the parable that says people aren’t defiled by what they eat.”

16“Don’t you understand yet?” Jesus asked. 17“Anything you eat passes through the stomach and then goes into the sewer. 18But the words you speak come from the heart—that’s what defiles you. 19For from the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, all sexual immorality, theft, lying, and slander. 20These are what defile you. Eating with unwashed hands will never defile you.”

[notofworks]

Originally Posted by Hoovie

What are you a Puritan? Personally, I have had my fill of Pilgrim life.

15Then Peter said to Jesus, “Explain to us the parable that says people aren’t defiled by what they eat.”

16“Don’t you understand yet?” Jesus asked. 17“Anything you eat passes through the stomach and then goes into the sewer. 18But the words you speak come from the heart—that’s what defiles you. 19For from the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, all sexual immorality, theft, lying, and slander. 20These are what defile you. Eating with unwashed hands will never defile you.”

You sound like one of those compromising pentecostals that just wants to see how much he can get away with! Oops.....I THINK you sound like one of those!!

[OldPathsII]

Originally Posted by notofworks

But of course, because I am so well loved by all the Admin, and well respected, and also because my posting style is almost always loving and kind, I haven't been disruptive! And I never mock. I'll disagree passionately but I hate mocking.

But hey, someone told me today, privately, that he's praying for me to be thrown off the forum. I feel pretty special!

Why are you telling everyone I said that?? You have no decency do you, my friend? Just remember, the truth can set you free!