GIANTS in the Land….

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by Pressing-On

I think it also extends further into anti-organizational bashing of any stripe. That goes beyond sound debate, scriptural exegesis, etc. JMO....

But, where do you draw the line?

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by rgcraig

But, where do you draw the line?

Originally Posted by Rhoni

"stupid hairdoes...like the ones I have seen on face book."

That might be a good place to start. I didn't learn anything in-depth concerning the scriptures on that one. I did learn a "catty" word picture though.

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by Pressing-On

That might be a good place to start. I didn't learn anything in-depth concerning the scriptures on that one. I did learn a "catty" word picture though.

But, that's because it bothers you personally.

What about someone that likes Obama. They support him and are proud that he's their president. There have been many catty things said about him over and over.

That's what I mean.

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by rgcraig

But, that's because it bothers you personally.

What about someone that likes Obama. They support him and are proud that he's their president. There have been many catty things said about him over and over.

That's what I mean.

Good point as it comes down to every man's own words OR it's permissible unless we can be sued for it.

[RandyWayne]

Originally Posted by Pressing-On

I think it also extends further into anti-organizational bashing of any stripe. That goes beyond sound debate, scriptural exegesis, etc. JMO....


I'll have to think about that, although, I'm sure public knowledge appears to be acceptable - I just wonder why we would feel comfortable doing that on an open board. That still has the feel of "a busybody in other men's matters".

The problem is that one persons "organizational bashing" is another persons "disagreeing with the organization". But I have to say that in some instances I see a valid point made about an org and watch as the mob takes over. There is nothing "happy" about a preacher falling but I DO believe it is fair game to discuss.... What bothers me is the apparent joy people get in it. Something that happens all too often here. But circling the wagons and trying to hide such incidents is just as bad in my humble opinion -something that occurs continually on OTHER boards and in backroom meetings.

"The Honest Truth IN Love" should be the motto.

[Pressing-On]

Originally Posted by RandyWayne

The problem is that one persons "organizational bashing" is another persons "disagreeing with the organization". But I have to say that in some instances I see a valid point made about an org and watch as the mob takes over. There is nothing "happy" about a preacher falling but I DO believe it is fair game to discuss.... What bothers me is the apparent joy people get in it. Something that happens all too often here. But circling the wagons and trying to hide such incidents is just as bad in my humble opinion -something that occurs continually on OTHER boards and in backroom meetings.

"The Honest Truth IN Love" should be the motto.

I agree with you, Randy - The spirit in which it's being discussed. Your Motto would be a good one. Although, I don't see it followed very often.

[Pressing-On]

I'm wading in deep, OA!!!

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by RandyWayne

The problem is that one persons "organizational bashing" is another persons "disagreeing with the organization". But I have to say that in some instances I see a valid point made about an org and watch as the mob takes over. There is nothing "happy" about a preacher falling but I DO believe it is fair game to discuss.... What bothers me is the apparent joy people get in it. Something that happens all too often here. But circling the wagons and trying to hide such incidents is just as bad in my humble opinion -something that occurs continually on OTHER boards and in backroom meetings.

"The Honest Truth IN Love" should be the motto.

I agree Randy - - good post!

[OneAccord]

Originally Posted by Pressing-On

I'm wading in deep, OA!!!

Come on in, sista. The waters fine!

I've said it before and I'll say it again. One of the things I apprecaite about this forum is its diversity. I'm glad we don't have to sign an affirmation statement at the door, agreeing to be somebody's "yes man". This would be one boring and deserted place if we werea group of mindless robots, agreeing with everything someone tells us to agree with. I can hold my on veiws here. I can state my own opinions here. And so can everyone else. Including those who I refer to GIANTS- those who think they have the right to post their veiws because THEY ARE RIGHT. And other posts are ignored and ridiculed because, according to the GIANTS, those posters are just plain wrong, dumb or as lost as two.... well, you get my drift.

I disagree with some here. Probably many. But that doen't make them lost as... you know. And that doesn't make me more any more Apostolic than the next guy. In short, I don't think Christianity should be checked at the door when I enter a Christian forum. I'm not here to watch a boxing match. I'm here to see brotherlings and sisterlings have fellowship, share God's Word, and be a blessing to one another. Usually I ignore the Bombshells, the bashings, the debates and the fussing. Thats easy to do, as long as there is a balance. It just seems here lately, the balance is leaning toward infighting, biting and devouring. Like my good friend Renda said, its just not any fun around here anymore.

The Bble speaks to us about holy conversations. About speaking the truth in love. Words seasoned with grace. Edifying. Building up. Kindness. Longsuffering. I know. That stuff sounds so... so... so Christian.

Well, enough said. Here. I'll stand still. Now, go ahead and throw....

[Phil Stearns]

Roll Tide! Hi OA. Hope you had a nice birthday! Good post, by the way.