Debate Area

[Willowbirch]

I think it would be fair if certain rules did not apply to us PK's since we are so thick skinned.   We should be allowed to pick on one another unceassingly in an effort to wear each other down by attrition....lol

Yeah, keep the Hot Kitchen. It reserves a place for the folks that need to "discuss", and keeps arguments (pretty much) from spreading all over the forum.

Of course, I see no helpful purpose in debates that just get nasty.  



 

[nChrist]

2nd Timothy Said:

BEP, can I take that to mean trib talk should have no bearing on fellowship, or no place in fellowship?  I'm pretty sure you meant the prior, but just wanted to clarify that  

Grace and Peace!

Brother,

Maybe I needed a second cup of coffee. You are absolutely correct. The matter of joy is spending eternity with our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. This is an absolute reality for those who have Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. This shared JOY should be the basis of fellowship. The "when and how" of the tribulation period should not be allowed to spoil our shared JOY.

Brother, let me get a third cup of coffee. Love and fellowship with other brothers and sisters in Christ is a necessity for me.  So:

HUGS!!!

Love In Christ,
Tom

[Reba]

    Group hugs in the debate area?  

[nChrist]

    Group hugs in the debate area?  

     And maybe the participants wash each other's feet before the debate begins.  

That might start things in a humble and loving way. YEP!, that would do it.  

Love In Christ,
Tom

[Shammu]

    Group hugs in the debate area?  

Sure why not, once a day.

[2nd Timothy]

    Group hugs in the debate area?  

     And maybe the participants wash each other's feet before the debate begins.  

That might start things in a humble and loving way. YEP!, that would do it.  

Love In Christ,
Tom

ROFL  And some say we pre-tribbers never face tribulation...LOL

[Willowbirch]

    Group hugs in the debate area?  

     And maybe the participants wash each other's feet before the debate begins.  

That might start things in a humble and loving way. YEP!, that would do it.  

Love In Christ,
Tom

ROFL  And some say we pre-tribbers never face tribulation...LOL

 

[Allinall]

Hmmmmm.  I seem to be the odd man out!  No comments please...

Seriously speaking though, I think it should go because I can't see how brothers in Christ arguing can be glorifying to God.  And that, I believe, is the heart of the matter.  We are to live as united as we are.  Disagreements are to be humbly agreed upon and we are to grow in Christ inspite of our differing viewpoints.  Having an area to argue about things isn't very honoring to God.  And let's face it, that's exactly what it becomes.  We do not follow rules of debate, and I have yet to see anyone change their wrong opinions to follow God's truth in any such debate.  We can argue that our faith is strengthened...but how many of us (self included) have lost our cool in a debate?  Is that honoring to God?

Yup.  We can "thicken our skin" but I have to ask, is God looking for tough Christians, or tender, and broken-hearted believers?  

Just a thought...

[nChrist]

Allinall,

Brother, I've thought about and prayed about nearly all of what you talked about in your post. I will quickly admit that I'm still confused and don't have a firm opinion. I'm sure this is one of the values of discussion. This is a pleasant discussion among brothers and sisters in Christ. There might be many terms that could be used to describe what we are discussing (i.e. argument, debate, war, etc.). I would quickly agree there are many definitions of the term, "Debate". I do remember many formal and informal rules of "debate" in an educational setting. I doubt that many of our past debates could be compared to debates used in an educational setting. In fact, many of them should not have been called "debates" at all.

Yup.  We can "thicken our skin" but I have to ask, is God looking for tough Christians, or tender, and broken-hearted believers?  

Just a thought...

Brother, this is more than just a lot to consider. This actually cuts to the heart of this matter. What does God want?

We've got plenty of time. There is no rush at all, and I would really like to see what others think after they have digested your post.

Love In Christ,
Tom

[Kristi Ann]

I voted this ~> No - it doesn't glorify God.   


Christian's are Not Perfect, Just Forgiven!
Blessings Everyone!  \o/

KristiAnne

[Reba]

Some folks think joking is does not glorify God.

[2nd Timothy]

Hmmmmm.  I seem to be the odd man out!  No comments please...

Seriously speaking though, I think it should go because I can't see how brothers in Christ arguing can be glorifying to God.  And that, I believe, is the heart of the matter.  We are to live as united as we are.  Disagreements are to be humbly agreed upon and we are to grow in Christ inspite of our differing viewpoints.  Having an area to argue about things isn't very honoring to God.  And let's face it, that's exactly what it becomes.  We do not follow rules of debate, and I have yet to see anyone change their wrong opinions to follow God's truth in any such debate.  We can argue that our faith is strengthened...but how many of us (self included) have lost our cool in a debate?  Is that honoring to God?

Yup.  We can "thicken our skin" but I have to ask, is God looking for tough Christians, or tender, and broken-hearted believers?  

Just a thought...

Hmmm,

now see, this is why one must either adore the little man floating in coffee, or fear his gentle aluring nature, as he backstrokes his way into your nightmares to snare you with his caffinated truths....lol   Be afraid man! Be very afraid!

All kidding aside, I must admit I am forced to stop and reconsider my feelings on this now.  On the one hand, how apropriate is debating for us, and two, how does an admin control a forum visited by both believers and unbelievers where debating is bound to happen regardless?   I don't envy your position here BEP.

It seems to me that apologetics would also fall in the same catagory.  After all it too is based on argumentive defense of God.   I have learned some marvelous truths from reading apologetic threads, as well as other debates conducted in love.   Many did however start to get out of control too.

Prayer is required about this for sure!

Grace and Peace

PS. or maybe we could just drown the coffee man?   LOL  j/k Kevin.  I love you bro!

[Reba]

the little fly guy is back  

[2nd Timothy]

Now see, he sets a better example than coffee man does.   ;)He is not burdened with the cares of life and escapes the snare of medicated drink before the caffeine rush sets in.  

OK I'm getting slap happy now!  13.5 hours night shift, and now debate contemplation!  Time for bed me thinks!

Grace and Peace!

[Allinall]

Some folks think joking is does not glorify God.

Nah.  I'm convinced God has a sense of humor.  Explains alot of what happens in my life...