06-22-2002, 05:17 AM | #11 |
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Aviendha, it took great courage to post this and I for one hope you never stop being so open and caring. [img]smile.gif[/img] I have avoided many of those threads because over time I've seen them frequently degenerate in to pointless circular arguments or flames. Besides which after 4 or 5 of them it's pretty clear where everyone stands and not much ever changes. [img]smile.gif[/img]
Don't feel too bad, you have a kind heart and I am hoping your loved one will realize you do care and perhaps will feel less hurt. [img]smile.gif[/img] And though it may not have much meaning for you, it does for me, so I'll say "God Bless you" for being so thoughtful. *hug*
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06-22-2002, 05:25 AM | #12 | |
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But Aviendha, I've seen people debating with waaay less respect for the other side's opinions, including on this board, and trust me, you weren't out of line. But it still takes much courage to come up with an apology, more people should do that.
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06-22-2002, 05:27 AM | #13 |
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Aahhh, you're gonna make me blush, Mouse. [img]graemlins/blush.gif[/img] [img]graemlins/blush.gif[/img]
Aviendha, Please be assured that I have taken NO OFFENSE at any of your comments. And I doubt any of the other Christians here have either. I understand and respect your views. I also know that you never meant any disrespect with any of your comments. But BOTH sides have to "choose their words carefully" when discussing a topic where passions run deep. Your apology is appreciated, although it was completely un-necessary. I imagine the same is true with your friend. I'm sure they know you well enough to realize your true character. You are a dear, sweet lady, Aviendha, and I count you as a friend. (Besides, I simply can't resist that +5 Look of Seduction )
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06-22-2002, 06:28 AM | #14 |
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I doubt anybody would take offense for long here, Avi [img]smile.gif[/img] . After all, everybody has their own opinions and religious discussions do tend to get heated in any forum [img]smile.gif[/img]
A person would have to have something wrong with them to hold a grudge for so long IMO put your feet up, have a drink, and resume fun posting |
06-22-2002, 07:51 AM | #15 |
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Never apologise for what you beleive in! [img]smile.gif[/img]
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Again, just some simple points for everyone (I apologise for sounding like a broken record but I will keep repeating this message until people get the message):
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Take care - you're a good person. [img]smile.gif[/img] [ 06-22-2002, 08:20 AM: Message edited by: Memnoch ] |
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06-22-2002, 08:28 AM | #17 | |
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oh yeah one other thing... how can you have a debate WITHOUT 2 sides??? lol; I find its easier not to take offence at anything that isnt personal... as a general rule.... from what Ive seen so far your... a nice person, dont take this the wrong way, I'd be honoured to have you for a friend. lol if its possible to have friends over the net. hehe. lol; you're just as brave as your namesake, if not more so. I hope I'm not flattering you, btw. Ivew said too much already... [ 06-22-2002, 08:42 AM: Message edited by: Calaethis Dragonsbane ]
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06-22-2002, 11:57 AM | #18 |
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Apollagy Accepted!
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06-22-2002, 03:13 PM | #19 |
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IMHO If people can't objectively question their own beliefs then they are ignorant, just believing what they are told. You should not feel bad about questioning somone on their beliefs, as long as you dont attack them personally. I question everything, and I find it just leads to more questions. If by questioning everything, you help even one person find their truth, or you help one person by making them realize that what they took for truth might not really be truth then it is worth it. I am not a christian, or really any religion. I believe certain things to be true, and I believe them to be true because I have divined truth in them. If somone can disprove something I hold to be true, then I wouldn't hold any ill will toward them, I would more apt to thank them profusely then anything, for showing me that I was living a lie. I am fascinated by what other people believe, and very interested to hear what people believe and what makes them believe it. I am glad we have religion threads here at ironworks, and I would like to see it continue. I just hope we can view them objectively though, and try to divine meaning out of people's beliefs that are portraited there.
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06-22-2002, 03:39 PM | #20 |
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Avi, I already had high opinion in you, but you went about two steps up with this thread [img]smile.gif[/img] .
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