Blazin Bones
Member
I think it is important to post this little reminder in respect to our continuous posting of topics addressing Homosexuality. These topics are posted, and almost instantly another heated debate begins. These principles actually apply to any heated discussion.
To those who are Pro-Homosexual:
-You're opinion doesn't change what is taught by Levitcus 18:22. You may have various reason that twist, change, or lessen you're opinion of that scripture, but it clearly says Homosexuality is a an Abomination.
-While the "translation" given in Peterson's The Message (nowhere near the)"Bible" is rather homophobic, most Christians who you will argue with are not. This is because the majority of these Christians will consider The Message (nowhere near the) "Bible" a load of bologna, and should be displaying a Christ like love for those lost in sin.
-Starting a new thread to make a point that you made before will do nothing but provide another place for those who would be Anti-Homosexual to argue with you. If you're point didn't persuade them once, how will starting a new thread change any of that?
-The "I'm right and you're not" attitude will not win any people over to seeing your side of things.
To those who are Anti-Homosexual:
- You've sinned too. You have no right to try and convince someone of the truth of Leviticus 18:22 until you realize the truth of Romans 3:23 and live out Matthew 7:5
- Harsh words, or strong opinions don't help your case. Christ taught with love. In fact ,the only ones He dealt with in a harsh tounges are the ones who should have known better, the pharisees.
- Starting a new thread to requote a passage of scripture won't convince anyone that the passage is any more true. Try sticking out the thread you're in. There is nothing wrong with reqouting a passage in the same thread.
-The "I'm right and you're not" attitude will not win any people over to seeing your side of things.
To those in the middle thinking both sides are making too big a deal over the issue:
- There may very well be a user or two who are going overboard trying to prove thier point. It doesn't help to tell such a person they are need to clam down, because all you do for such a person is provide another person to vent steam towards.
- Scripture is clear, and many Christians will strongly hold to it's truth. Opinions are hard to break, and most people will hold strongly to their opinions. If you don't like strong minded people or strongly worded points, it's better for you stay out of that thread. We do have other forums besides General Talk 8-)
- Starting a new thread is a good idea. However, this new thread shouldn't have anything to do with homosexuality, or any topic you'd rather not discuss. If you don't like a topic, starting a thread to tell other users such only provides another place for these strong minded users to post their strongly worded opinions. Don't add wood to a fire you're trying to put out. 8-)
- The "I'm right and you're not" attitude will not win any people over to seeing your side of things.
To All who post in such threads:
- You are on a Christian message board. Posting in a Non-Christian manner is a red flag for someone looking to fight.
Keeping these things in mind when you discuss homosexuality or any other topic of debate will help ease some tension. I think we all, including myself, should try a little harder to keep these things in mind.
To those who are Pro-Homosexual:
-You're opinion doesn't change what is taught by Levitcus 18:22. You may have various reason that twist, change, or lessen you're opinion of that scripture, but it clearly says Homosexuality is a an Abomination.
-While the "translation" given in Peterson's The Message (nowhere near the)"Bible" is rather homophobic, most Christians who you will argue with are not. This is because the majority of these Christians will consider The Message (nowhere near the) "Bible" a load of bologna, and should be displaying a Christ like love for those lost in sin.
-Starting a new thread to make a point that you made before will do nothing but provide another place for those who would be Anti-Homosexual to argue with you. If you're point didn't persuade them once, how will starting a new thread change any of that?
-The "I'm right and you're not" attitude will not win any people over to seeing your side of things.
To those who are Anti-Homosexual:
- You've sinned too. You have no right to try and convince someone of the truth of Leviticus 18:22 until you realize the truth of Romans 3:23 and live out Matthew 7:5
- Harsh words, or strong opinions don't help your case. Christ taught with love. In fact ,the only ones He dealt with in a harsh tounges are the ones who should have known better, the pharisees.
- Starting a new thread to requote a passage of scripture won't convince anyone that the passage is any more true. Try sticking out the thread you're in. There is nothing wrong with reqouting a passage in the same thread.
-The "I'm right and you're not" attitude will not win any people over to seeing your side of things.
To those in the middle thinking both sides are making too big a deal over the issue:
- There may very well be a user or two who are going overboard trying to prove thier point. It doesn't help to tell such a person they are need to clam down, because all you do for such a person is provide another person to vent steam towards.
- Scripture is clear, and many Christians will strongly hold to it's truth. Opinions are hard to break, and most people will hold strongly to their opinions. If you don't like strong minded people or strongly worded points, it's better for you stay out of that thread. We do have other forums besides General Talk 8-)
- Starting a new thread is a good idea. However, this new thread shouldn't have anything to do with homosexuality, or any topic you'd rather not discuss. If you don't like a topic, starting a thread to tell other users such only provides another place for these strong minded users to post their strongly worded opinions. Don't add wood to a fire you're trying to put out. 8-)
- The "I'm right and you're not" attitude will not win any people over to seeing your side of things.
To All who post in such threads:
- You are on a Christian message board. Posting in a Non-Christian manner is a red flag for someone looking to fight.
Keeping these things in mind when you discuss homosexuality or any other topic of debate will help ease some tension. I think we all, including myself, should try a little harder to keep these things in mind.