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You’re wise to be selective in who and what you engage with. The Bible does say to avoid vain arguments. It also talks of the wise sometimes being silent. However, I think this is an important topic while not necessarily a salvation topic (depends and therefore why I think it’s important). We’d...

While we are free in Christ, not everything is beneficial and not everything edifies (see 1 Corinthians 10:23). The yoga discussion could be linked to the eating meat sacrificed to idols passages (See 1 Corinthians chapters 8 & 10). If one in good conscience can eat it, it might be permissible...

Good thread, thanks for posting. Look up yoga, Hinduism, the history, practices, gods, beliefs, etcetera. Look at what they themselves they themselves say. There are many who are offended that Americans and others have tried to take the Hindu roots and beliefs out of yoga. You can’t truly...

Sure. I think it’s always nice when you find you’re not the only one and that other people have had similar experiences. I also look back on my own writing, often not even remembering what I had said, and find it still applies to myself as well. Reminding or advising me at new points in my walk...

Hi ArtsieSteph! :) You’re right that thankfully God doesn’t look with the world’s eyes. We may be “nobody” to the world, but somebody to God. I wouldn’t use the term “loser” with yourself or with anyone else. We’re human and life’s circumstances can unfold in ways we wouldn’t have imagined for...

Thank you for sharing your testimony Roughsoul1991. God knows why He does things. Apparently you posted this a while ago and I could’ve just as easily not clicked on the link in your signature, but here we are. :) I grew up Catholic and not knowing much other than what I heard at church on...

In the Old Testament sure. In the New Testament, though you didn’t mention it, there’s also a part that says that there would be a time when the disciples should carry a sword. However, when Peter uses it on the soldier’s ear Jesus rebukes him and heals the guy’s ear. If not necessary, I think...

There have been some break-ins in my neighborhood and city before, even in plain daylight. I don't see how the quarantine would make it any more likely than usual. If anything, it would seem it's less likely for those potential thieves that are afraid of getting the virus or don't want to bother...

PS I agree a "crisis conversion" is not ideal. Also why I don't particularly like "sinners prayer" or " altar call" conversions. Many don't last or may not be genuine, but were done because everyone else was doing it or expected the person to. It works for some, but many forget God when...

That's interesting and very well could be. I wouldn't know. I'm in America :D And you?

I Sorry to hear about your experience Subhumanoidal. Everybody that leaves their faith has their (often personal) reasons. I haven't been on the forums long so I didn't know, hence why I thought your post was informative. You do bring another perspective. I like friendly, open discussions. If...

Good morning shittim :) Yes, I'm doing well thank you. I hope you are too. Actually over here it's not light out yet. I was coming into CC for a bit before going to bed so it'll be good night for me soon :D

Yes, I agree. It's definitely Not easy, especially with people close to us being negatively impacted. I know someone who's son lost their job because of this Corona mess. Not to make light of the situation, but I think it's about perspective. Even a Christian can succumb to fear, doubt, despair...

Sure! :)

PS Yes, I agree with tourist. Don't change the title. It's what caught my attention and I'm sure others are looking for positive things right now as well or there wouldn't be all these toilet paper memes and such :D

Sorry CharliRenee, didn't mean to imply I thought you meant it made things wonderful. I know you didn't. It was a response to subhumanoidal when he questioned does that make it wonderful. We can be realistic, but don't have to be bleak when we have our faith and hope. Look for the silver lining...

I think it's both. The potential devastation could be great, but if Satan who comes to steal, kill, and destroy is getting some more dominion it won't last forever. God is sovereign and can still draw people to Him in this. I wouldn't say that makes things wonderful, but He knows when each of...

The Bible says, "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge" (Hosea 4:6) and "test all things; hold fast what is good" (1 Thessalonians 5:21). It is definitely good to examine things and ask questions like the noble Berean Jews in Acts 17 who examined the Scriptures to verify if what Paul was...

Yes, many times and it depends with who why. I sometimes over think things or write too much so cut stuff out. I try to think whether what I say will be helpful or what is the purpose or motive behind it. Sometimes it doesn't need one like if discussing your favorite kind of candy to give a...

Of those I've only seen Seven Brides for Seven Brothers because I liked the show of the same name. The movie was different. I was at the library recently though and recalled someone here had mentioned the name Doris Day. I'd never heard of her before this post, but I checked out and liked Pillow...