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Posted by rayww on November 22, 2002, at 11:25:03
I seem to be drawing attention from Dr. Bob, most likely becaue I am new to this forum and have been slow to read all the directions. I thank him for steering me to corrections.
People who are inseparable with their belief may come across as being preachy, trying to convert to their religion, putting others down, etc. I haven't been part of these discussions long enough nor have I researched the archives to know what has gone on in the past. However, my introduction to this page and noticing the many sermons by one poster or postee, has led me to conclude that there is a bit of fanatacism here and maybe even some mockery of religion as a whole. I applaud Dr. Bob for even attempting such an endeavor as to draw a religious community together.
I participated in a non denominational Bible study group at one time. It was an invaluable experience, in that it taught me to love and appreciate the simple faith and testimony of our Lord as it is expressed by people in many differing religions. Belief in God unites people even though their religion's interpretation of his word differs.
I would hope that all my "incomings and outgoings" would be said and done in the name of the Lord, and that I wouldn't blaspheme his name by my actions or writing.
I am my belief. I don't know how I come across here, probably too strong. I know there are religious swings in bipolar, just as there are increased awareness swings in other areas as well. Some days I can sit at the piano and belt it out, while other days I can't see one note above another. Same with sewing, cooking, organizing, sorting, getting ideas, etc.
So, I believe I am inseparable to myself. I would not be capable of writing in a way that wouldn't reflect my faith in God because He is such an important part of my life and struggles.
I don't just love the scriptures, I need them. I cannot survive without them. It's like some days I open the book and the first verse I read becomes a guide for the day, or as I drift off to sleep listening to a scripture CD, I will perk up at a moment and hear something I needed to hear, then drift back to sleep. They're neat, and it is so cool that we have all the resources we do in our day. Imagine a Palm Pilot with all the scriptures loaded onto them, plus articles and books addressing any topic you might want to research. Unless you are in the business of giving speeches it wouldn't mean much, but if you like to just write them for the heck of it, well, here I go again, rambling.
I just wanted to ask the question, are you separate or inseparable with your belief. Are you what you believe, or one way on Sunday and different the rest of the week?
Posted by Lou Pilder on November 22, 2002, at 15:54:01
In reply to Separate or Inseparable, posted by rayww on November 22, 2002, at 11:25:03
rayww,
You wrote that [you observed many sermons by one poster, or postee.]
I am that
{poster} that has posted many [sermoms].
I have read your posts and it is evident that you have a strong desire to share your faith experiance to support those here in Overcomming their affliction. The faith board was established recently to allow this. You are in the forefront of this development and the rules are in a state of flux at the moment, so be paitient and I am confident that this board will be a Beacon of Light to those that want to overcome their affliction by receiving suppport from people like you in regards to strenghining their faith to overcome. I appreciate your contributions and I am looking forward to readng more posts by you.
Best regards,
Lou
Posted by Dr. Bob on November 23, 2002, at 0:19:16
In reply to Separate or Inseparable, posted by rayww on November 22, 2002, at 11:25:03
> my introduction to this page and noticing the many sermons by one poster or postee, has led me to conclude that there is a bit of fanatacism here and maybe even some mockery of religion as a whole.
I understand you're new here, but please remember not to post anything that could lead others to feel accused or put down, OK? Thanks,
Bob
PS: Follow-ups regarding posting policies should be redirected to Psycho-Babble Administration.
Posted by tancu on December 20, 2002, at 22:00:15
In reply to Separate or Inseparable, posted by rayww on November 22, 2002, at 11:25:03
...none of US could lift a finger were it not God's will...WE have been given free-will because God has assured the outcome--RE-MEMBRANCE...WE will RE-MEMBER into ONE...there is only ONE of US, and to this end WE are headed only to begin again...
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