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What have u learned ?????????

jgredline

jgredline

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What have you learned in the 123 forum?

What have you come to appreciate about this forum?

What have you learned not to do in the forum?

What has shocked or suprised you about the forum and really about the different beliefs?


Any thoughts?

Surely we can discuss this peacefully :wink: Maybe :) Maybe not :roll:
 
What have you learned in the 123 forum?
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In my time here, I have learned how many different opinions, views, and beliefs they're here. But through these, it brings a solid foundation with the faith and belief I have through Christ our Lord.

What have you come to appreciate about this forum?
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The growth and the people, how each person brings their own unique perspective to the site. How, through the Lord we can see a Scripture in a different way (though we might disagree) but it leaves one to think.


What have you learned not to do in the forum?
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Sometimes I'm still trying to figure that one out. I try not to abuse the TOS through my post. At times I disagree with people, but for the most part I try and respect their opinions.

What has shocked or suprised you about the forum and really about the different beliefs?
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Not much has shocked me over the years regarding the site. I been around to see alot, so therefore you learn to deal with it.

My closing thoughts are this. I want to grow each day in the Lord, I want to help someone grow each day in the Lord, and using this tool through the internet has been a great tool for the Kingdom of God. I pray that it continues to bring explanations to those that whole heartly seek to find the truth in a meaningful relationship with Jesus our Lord and Savior. Amen
 
not all Christians are as I had previously thought of them.

my overall standing on Christians is pretty neutral now. the cool ones seem to bring it up, where as the fred phelps, kent hovinds of the forums drag it down pretty bad...


It's sort of a tie :-P
 
jgredline said:
What have you learned in the 123 forum?

What have you come to appreciate about this forum?
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As compared to some of the other forums, I appreciate that this forum represents the real world, not a christian bubble where everyone is trying to be something they aren't.

What have you learned not to do in the forum?
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I find that if I argue too long my pride comes into play, I have learned to walk away. Theres really too many things to count.

What has shocked or suprised you about the forum and really about the different beliefs?
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I think i'm pretty shock proof at this point, but something that always surprises me is you can think you're in agreement with someone for a long time, and then they'll throw you a curve with some wacky off the wall doctrine. You'll be like ...'wow, I thought you had better sense than to believe something like that'. LOL!! These are private thoughts, you'll get no specifics. :D
 
jgredline said:
What have you learned in the 123 forum?

I've learned that most people speak as though they are always proclaiming unadulterated truth. :roll:

What have you come to appreciate about this forum?

I've come to appreciate that even when there is an 'amen' the truth is often not discerned. :-?

What have you learned not to do in the forum?

I have learned not to call some people pharisees even though it is the truth. :P

What has shocked or suprised you about the forum and really about the different beliefs?

What has especially surprised me is this. Those who claim to have the truth are usually the first ones to judge and condemn those whom they believe don't have it. :sad

Any thoughts?

Yes plenty - if the truth be known :wink:

Surely we can discuss this peacefully :wink: Maybe :) Maybe not :roll:
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I have a migraine, so it's kinda hard to think right now, but as the 'Net has been down in this library for @ 2 days, what I've been thinking & praying over the weekend has been very much in line with the questions

& with whoever said @ each day being a learning process

Having been trained to do continuous assessment, in various fields, I think the main thought that came to me is that everything in life seems so much in flux that I'm very glad of the encouragement to "keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the Author & Perfecter of our faith"

God bless!

Ian :-D
 
mutz's answers...
What have you learned in the 123 forum?

I've learned that most people speak as though they are always proclaiming unadulterated truth.

What have you come to appreciate about this forum?

I've come to appreciate that even when there is an 'amen' the truth is often not discerned.

What have you learned not to do in the forum?

I have learned not to call some people pharisees even though it is the truth.

What has shocked or suprised you about the forum and really about the different beliefs?

What has especially surprised me is this. Those who claim to have the truth are usually the first ones to judge and condemn those whom they believe don't have it.

Any thoughts?

Yes plenty - if the truth be known

Surely we can discuss this peacefully Maybe Maybe not
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I have always thought of you as a brother IN Christ, mutz. I hope you consider me as a sister.
 
I learned that there is a very diverse spectrum of beliefs in Christianity. I see a lot of caring and compassion here.

I learned a lot about how people see faith and how faith influences their attitudes and actions in our world.

My answer is probably very close to what peace4all said.
 
Hi Javier

What have you learned in the 123 forum?

I learned that God can use even the internet to teach us.

I learned that to be sharpened well takes disagreements, rebuke, and self-denial. And, for it to work for the benefit of the church, I have to be willing to receive the truth, as well as speak it.

I have learned that just because I disagree with some on many things, does not mean I disagree with them on all things. And, just because I agree with some on many things, does not mean I agree with them on all things.

I have learned to not be afraid to agree, or disagree, based on who I am responding to.

I have learned that not all believers process information the way I do, and when I write I forget that at times.

I have learned that not everyone will like me, or love me, but that some will do both, and some will do one or the other.

I have learned that sometimes people are having bad days when they post, and to try to forgive before I reply.

I have learned for a shy person, I am very long winded at times.

I have learned that people sometimes ask questions to bait you.

I have learned to not put people in a box because they have a denomination, or because they say they don't.

I have learned that not everyone will view me, or treat me, as a person on the other side of the computer screen.

I have learned that false teachings are everywhere...and that I have bought into some myself...and to pray that I do not buy into any new ones, but that the Lord will rid me from any I may still hold.

I have learned to pray before I read, pray before I respond, pray for those I am responding to, and who are reading, and to pray before I press send.

I have learned that no one knows the entire Truth.

I have learned that we are divided on way too many things, and that I do not have the solution for that.

I have learned that there are too many ways to look at Revelations, and that the Holy Spirit is the only one I am going to trust to teach me there.


What have you come to appreciate about this forum?

I appreciate the prayer threads.

I appreciate the different parts of the church here.

I appreciate people's willingness to say what they think, even if it's not Scriptural. I also appreciate those willing to say what they think, and post Scripture to back it up.

I appreciate that I have people to visit with here, both believers, and non-believers alike.

I appreciate that some topics keep me digging in the Word for weeks, and also spark debates, and interest, in my own home.

I appreciate the TOS, because I am allowed to use God's Word as evidence, and to not be attacked in a heavy manner for just being a believer.

I appreciate the moderators, and the time they spend here reading, and keeping out the junk. I also appreciate the members who have no problem keeping the mods in line if they feel they need to confront them...keeps everyone accountable in my opinion.

What have you learned not to do in the forum?

I have learned never forget to love, pray, consult the Word, and think before I respond.

I have learned to never post what I can not back up with the Word.

I have learned not to assume I know what others mean...to read, and re-read...and then ask if I am still unclear.

I have learned not to assume the worst in others.

I have learned that not everyone shares my perspective, and that I can't always understand theirs when I try.

I have learned to not forget to copy before I hit the send button!


What has shocked or surprised you about the forum and really about the different beliefs?

When I first came here, from a non-christian site, it dawned on me that there are real christians posting on the net.

That not all atheists hate me, but that some really do in a serious way.

That some believers will side with the world against me in an argument, and some will in their hearts...they do not see me as a sister if I do not agree with them.

That some people will twist your words, even after you clarify.

That many people consider disagreement unloving.

That many people consider disagreement as judgemental.

That everyone thinks they are right, but they are quick to call you on it if you think you are right.

That standing alone can mean just that.

That many people think if you call something sin that you are judgemental, unloving, and self-righteous. That, I think that sometimes of others, when it's my sin being addressed.

Any thoughts?

I am happy that I am challenged with each visit to open my Bible and dig, and to think in ways, or about things, I wouldn't ordinarily. I have also been challenged to study history, traditions, and languages from time to time. I like it here, and I love everyone here, and I love being able to talk about God, and share what I have learned so far...and to learn and grow, and be changed as the Lord leads. The Lord bless you, and thanks for the questions.
 
jgredline said:
What have you learned in the 123 forum?

So much I do not even know where to begin. I would say that I have learned much about myself. Some I like, but most I don't. I do need to work on finess as I am straight forward and will always give you an honest answer. For some this is good and yet for others its offensive.
I have learned that many have a differant idea of what being born again is.
I have learned that not all people believe that Jesus is God and even when given scriptures that prove Jesus is God, they still do not believe.


What have you come to appreciate about this forum?

I have made some pretty good friends here. :)
This forum has brought me closer to God than I have been in a long time.
It has caused me to search the scriptures even deeper than ever. I have come to love appologetics. In my opinion there is no better way to sharpen and strengthen your faith than debating things, like Is Jesus God? Is hell real. etc.

What have you learned not to do in the forum?

Assume everybody is a christian.
To cross your T's and dot your I's :)
That if you say one thing falsely or incorrectly, it gets caught quick. :-D

What has shocked or suprised you about the forum and really about the different beliefs?

That inspight of all the differant beliefs and madness, most are searching for the same thing. God...


Any thoughts?

Surely we can discuss this peacefully :wink: Maybe :) Maybe not :roll:
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As I think of things, I will add more.
 
destiny said:
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I have always thought of you as a brother IN Christ, mutz. I hope you consider me as a sister.
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Yes Destiny, I do consider you as a beloved sister in the Lord :)
 
Here is another thing I have learned on this forum.
That the sword will never depart from me..
But hey It is all good :)
 
jgredline said:
Here is another thing I have learned on this forum.
That the sword will never depart from me..
But hey It is all good :)
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Just be careful where you poke that sword, jg. It may not be all good.
 
what have I learned

I have learned that many forum responses are knee jerk reactions.
Over time it becomes clear who sides with who over what issues.

In general the massive 'text book' quotation - responses are probably better in the book review section. Maybe a public interface and a forum member interface is the way to go.

In Christ: Stranger
 
What have you learned in the 123 forums?

I learned that there are many well-meaning and good people on this site that I have learned much from.

What have you come to appreciate about these forums?

I've come to appreciate the constant dialogue and different ideas that constantly mingle together. I love the debates, the arguments, and reading the different responses.

What have you learned not to do in this forum?

I guess I'm supposed to learn to not defend any religion that is not Christianity because I'll get *a lot* of people down my throat, even though I'm not exactly promoting anything--just clarifying. But I guess some people just want to believe what they want to believe--even if there is another perfectly valid and reliable take on it.

What has shocked or surprised you about the forum and really about the different beliefs?

I'm not shocked by all that much of anything on this forum anymore. But at first, it surprised me that there was so much persistence against other religions even though most of the reasons that some people here are against it are false. I thought religion and being religious was all about finding the Truth, but I find that a lot of people content themselves with picking and choosing what truths to believe.

I've learned that I like to read views that differ greatly from my own, because it sharpens my debating skills. I've also learned to not blindly cling to my own beliefs--to think, to have a degree of open-mindedness and to use one's mind and logic shouldn't hurt.
 
Hmmm, what have I learned in the past few years on this forum?

First, what I appreciate; I used to appreciate the fact that people could work out their issues here. Other than that, I appreciate all the good people I've gotten to know.

What I've learned.

I’ve learned that there is a bit of truth in many different interpretations of Holy Scripture. Some complement other aspects and readings of scripture while others contradict them. It seems that the ones that contradict are the ones that try to explain away scripture. So it seems that there are two major camps. First camp tries to reconcile all scripture while the second camp tries to explain away or ignore certain scriptures.

I’ve learned that it seems a natural response that when somebody is losing a debate, to start asking questions as a smoke screen and if that fails, berate the one your debating to draw attention away from the subject.

I’ve learned not to take things personally and to allow others their beliefs while still respecting them as a person. I’ve learned that just because somebody doesn’t post back to something they disagree with, it doesn’t mean they were wrong.

I’ve learned that that God is bigger than I ever imagined and I’ve formed an opinion based on what I’ve seen, that the Holy Spirit dwells in many different individuals regardless of their denomination or how far apart our belief’s in basic doctrines are.

I’ve learned many things on this forum, but the biggest thing I’ve learned, is that we can’t learn ourselves closer to Christ and that it is better to show mercy and grace toward each other (which takes many different forms) than it is to battle. I’ve learned this is very difficult at times, and that’s when we need to sit back and say a prayer.

God bless.
 
I have learned even the more here' to stand my ground when I know the Bible says something' but people say otherwise. I was already doing this' but this forum has taught me to be even stronger in this area.
 
I have learned that few of us know as much as we THINK we know.
 
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