I was here the day things blew up with the "word" and the permanent ban...my take is this.
When I was growing up (many moons ago) we would sing a little diddy that went "sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me" Most Americans feel our freedom of speech is being eroded word by word so this "knife cut deep" with many here.....I believe there are so many words in our language to use that people can definitely find another, but then I choose to try and heal not hurt feelings....many feel differently...freedom of expression is a hill many of us choose to die on as it is an inalienable right!
As this was going on I took some time to look at your decisions and posts because I did not want to jump to any conclusions without first getting to know you through your history....you know, benefit of the doubt. I came away with the impression that you were not from the US...(now know your from NZ). Also you are probably pretty young (under 25) and male.
I have a bit of a different role in all this because as a "seer" I interpret "God's drops" but am so blessed to have found this place! You all are amazing with what you do and truly are a great force in Gods plan!
One of the most spoken/written phrases that God tell us is "humility before honor".....be humble in the eyes of the Lord because if your pride clouds your judgment, wisdom leaves which leaves you vulnerable to having to defend/explain yourself...if you choose (God gives us free will) to fan a flame you get a fire, sometimes smothering it leads to no damage and makes a hero. It's got a lot to do with HOW you say and do things.
I commend you for reaching out because dialogue is much needed in this situation we face. I believe you are genuinely wanting to keep this "home" civil. Look more toward HOW you say things to those you are tasked with judging (think Solomon)....enlighten them instead of being so quick to strike back in defense. Remember that you attract a lot more flies with honey than you do with vinegar....you took a few bites of humble pie, doesn't taste too bad now does it?
I was here the day things blew up with the "word" and the permanent ban...my take is this.
When I was growing up (many moons ago) we would sing a little diddy that went "sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me" Most Americans feel our freedom of speech is being eroded word by word so this "knife cut deep" with many here.....I believe there are so many words in our language to use that people can definitely find another, but then I choose to try and heal not hurt feelings....many feel differently...freedom of expression is a hill many of us choose to die on as it is an inalienable right!
As this was going on I took some time to look at your decisions and posts because I did not want to jump to any conclusions without first getting to know you through your history....you know, benefit of the doubt. I came away with the impression that you were not from the US...(now know your from NZ). Also you are probably pretty young (under 25) and male.
I have a bit of a different role in all this because as a "seer" I interpret "God's drops" but am so blessed to have found this place! You all are amazing with what you do and truly are a great force in Gods plan!
One of the most spoken/written phrases that God tell us is "humility before honor".....be humble in the eyes of the Lord because if your pride clouds your judgment, wisdom leaves which leaves you vulnerable to having to defend/explain yourself...if you choose (God gives us free will) to fan a flame you get a fire, sometimes smothering it leads to no damage and makes a hero. It's got a lot to do with HOW you say and do things.
I commend you for reaching out because dialogue is much needed in this situation we face. I believe you are genuinely wanting to keep this "home" civil. Look more toward HOW you say things to those you are tasked with judging (think Solomon)....enlighten them instead of being so quick to strike back in defense. Remember that you attract a lot more flies with honey than you do with vinegar....you took a few bites of humble pie, doesn't taste too bad now does it?
Blessings....