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    4everHis got a reaction from Martyr_4_FutureJoy in Deactivate   
    Kayla, I like gmail and the chat there as well. Have you ever looked at some of their other stuff? I am considering doing one of their sites for my Sunday school class. It would have a devo thought and stuff, announcements, Bible memory and things to consider for Sundays lesson but it would be open only to members of the class. I teach the teens, so I am thinking that this would be a way to be in the virtual world with them, but also a way I can avoid Fakebook and MySpace and the like. What do you think?
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    4everHis got a reaction from 282Mikado in Homeschool Education   
    You may want to investigate what the parameters of a school year needs to be in the state in which you reside.  You may also want to consider that not everyone learns the same way.  Your child may need more than the time you've allotted to master the material necessary for his/her grade.  When your children are younger, you will want to ensure that they become excellent readers and accurate mathematicians.  This can often take more time than you have specified.  Finally, March to September is a long stretch of time for a child to remember the concepts learned previously.  It seems from your statement that this is all theoretical, but nonetheless, you may want to consider other factors before cementing your ideas.
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    4everHis got a reaction from HappyChristian in Homeschool Education   
    You may want to investigate what the parameters of a school year needs to be in the state in which you reside.  You may also want to consider that not everyone learns the same way.  Your child may need more than the time you've allotted to master the material necessary for his/her grade.  When your children are younger, you will want to ensure that they become excellent readers and accurate mathematicians.  This can often take more time than you have specified.  Finally, March to September is a long stretch of time for a child to remember the concepts learned previously.  It seems from your statement that this is all theoretical, but nonetheless, you may want to consider other factors before cementing your ideas.
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    4everHis got a reaction from Invicta in Superbowl Church Services - I'm NOT a fan   
    Maybe they can do the same for the Olympic games...
    Seriously, the Super Bowl service is an embarrassment.
    I believe the rich young ruler was admonished about having his priorities askew.  
    Just sayin.
    Oh, by the way, we will be in our regular spots Sunday Morning and Sunday Night and we will have everyone there because my Pastor makes a big deal about showing up for the Lord's Worship on Super Bowl Sunday as a testimony to all who know us.
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    4everHis got a reaction from Jim_Alaska in Superbowl Church Services - I'm NOT a fan   
    Maybe they can do the same for the Olympic games...
    Seriously, the Super Bowl service is an embarrassment.
    I believe the rich young ruler was admonished about having his priorities askew.  
    Just sayin.
    Oh, by the way, we will be in our regular spots Sunday Morning and Sunday Night and we will have everyone there because my Pastor makes a big deal about showing up for the Lord's Worship on Super Bowl Sunday as a testimony to all who know us.
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    4everHis got a reaction from Invicta in Whats for Supper...   
    Silly me....I thought it was a special Christmas dish.:)
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    4everHis got a reaction from jocuserious in Is A Mohawk Sin?   
    To the OP:
    Many things in life will not be chapter and verse, but you will have to use principles to determine how your family will operate.  For example, are electronic games sinful?  I know some families who will not let their children use electronics for games and others who will.  Each has a principle that they use for their family.
    I think the bigger question is "Am I capitulating because I want to keep my kids happy since I always say no, or am I allowing this because I truly find it childish and harmless and it will be a fun time for my son and me.?"
    You indicated both are true for you.  Then your parents call you out on it, seemingly ironically.
    You need to decide what works for your family and go with that.  You do need to consider the testimony value, as well as the understanding your child has about your family rules and the faith from which they stem.  (At this age your child may not even be saved and should just OBey because it is your family's rules rather than in OBedience to the Bible principles about worldliness.
    For our home, and our community, the mohawk style is definitely part of the "I need to stand out" "I'm different than you" "I don't conform" culture, so the Mohawk would not be a hairstyle we would be sporting or supporting.  You need to consider where you live and how things are perceived.
     
    As to the brother with the mohawk, welcome.  I'm glad that you are doing what you feel is a Biblical reminder of your inner man.  We have young people in our community who tattoo themselves with Scripture references and phrases for the same purpose as your hair.  While I don't feel either is the best approach in my area of the country, I at least can say these people are trying to be spiritually alert day to day which is a great start.
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    4everHis got a reaction from rancher824 in Kids   
    I grew up in a pastor's home and am now the wife of a pastor, Kitagrl, so I am very aware by way of experience about which you speak. Sometimes your kids' hearts will be broken. Sometimes your kids won't be able to comprehend why or how their beloved Sunday school teacher or whomever can become someone who speaks ill of their pastor or Dad in a way that is most unjust. Sometimes when your youth pastor takes a turn toward the world and sows discord among the brethren, it can be a source of disillusionment and discouragement. What we have done is to remind our children that we have to keep our eyes on Jesus. It is great to have role models, but sometimes they can disappoint us because they are human. Jesus will never disappoint us. We have to love and forgive. However, sometimes we have to break fellowship (depending on what you are talking about) because that is what the Bible requires. We tell our kids to be mindful of every choice they make since some people may look up to them in the way they looked up to Bro./Sis So and So. We pray together. However, nothing dispels their hurt except time and prayer.
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    4everHis got a reaction from HappyChristian in Kids   
    I grew up in a pastor's home and am now the wife of a pastor, Kitagrl, so I am very aware by way of experience about which you speak. Sometimes your kids' hearts will be broken. Sometimes your kids won't be able to comprehend why or how their beloved Sunday school teacher or whomever can become someone who speaks ill of their pastor or Dad in a way that is most unjust. Sometimes when your youth pastor takes a turn toward the world and sows discord among the brethren, it can be a source of disillusionment and discouragement. What we have done is to remind our children that we have to keep our eyes on Jesus. It is great to have role models, but sometimes they can disappoint us because they are human. Jesus will never disappoint us. We have to love and forgive. However, sometimes we have to break fellowship (depending on what you are talking about) because that is what the Bible requires. We tell our kids to be mindful of every choice they make since some people may look up to them in the way they looked up to Bro./Sis So and So. We pray together. However, nothing dispels their hurt except time and prayer.
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    4everHis got a reaction from blossom in Kids   
    I grew up in a pastor's home and am now the wife of a pastor, Kitagrl, so I am very aware by way of experience about which you speak. Sometimes your kids' hearts will be broken. Sometimes your kids won't be able to comprehend why or how their beloved Sunday school teacher or whomever can become someone who speaks ill of their pastor or Dad in a way that is most unjust. Sometimes when your youth pastor takes a turn toward the world and sows discord among the brethren, it can be a source of disillusionment and discouragement. What we have done is to remind our children that we have to keep our eyes on Jesus. It is great to have role models, but sometimes they can disappoint us because they are human. Jesus will never disappoint us. We have to love and forgive. However, sometimes we have to break fellowship (depending on what you are talking about) because that is what the Bible requires. We tell our kids to be mindful of every choice they make since some people may look up to them in the way they looked up to Bro./Sis So and So. We pray together. However, nothing dispels their hurt except time and prayer.
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    4everHis got a reaction from Anon in Kids   
    I grew up in a pastor's home and am now the wife of a pastor, Kitagrl, so I am very aware by way of experience about which you speak. Sometimes your kids' hearts will be broken. Sometimes your kids won't be able to comprehend why or how their beloved Sunday school teacher or whomever can become someone who speaks ill of their pastor or Dad in a way that is most unjust. Sometimes when your youth pastor takes a turn toward the world and sows discord among the brethren, it can be a source of disillusionment and discouragement. What we have done is to remind our children that we have to keep our eyes on Jesus. It is great to have role models, but sometimes they can disappoint us because they are human. Jesus will never disappoint us. We have to love and forgive. However, sometimes we have to break fellowship (depending on what you are talking about) because that is what the Bible requires. We tell our kids to be mindful of every choice they make since some people may look up to them in the way they looked up to Bro./Sis So and So. We pray together. However, nothing dispels their hurt except time and prayer.
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    4everHis reacted to Anon in Family friend suing her rapist   
    To those reading this, Malachi has been warned. If he continues to post things that are inappropriate (other threads have been inappropriate as well), further action will be taken.
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    4everHis got a reaction from blossom in Just came in :) again to announce   
    KJVKay, is it possible that since you have not been involved in church for several months that you are confusing what churches are actually saying with what you are hearing on TV and radio (as replacements for the months that you have been ill and moving). I personally know that on the OBL board you have found nothing but love and compassion and friendship. It is shocking for me to read these words from you. I'm wondering if you are aware that most IFB churches proclaim the Word of God and its truths rather than a political agenda. Love does not mean capitulation. It is my love for you that propels me to say that I think you are mistaken in your assessment of local churches. It is not compassionate to allow someone to live in sin and miss out on the opportunity to be close to the Lord and find the joy and peace that He brings. I'm sure if someone is a thief, and the pastor preaches about honesty, no one would say that the church lacks compassion. In fact, you'd say that the pastor is standing for truth. By the same token, if a pastor preaches what God says about any type of sin, we do not say the church lacks love. Didn't your church help you move? That was loving and compassionate, right? Finally, I am lovingly, kindly suggesting that you get in the Word of God rather than TV ministries and that you listen to preaching from God's Word regularly in a local church.
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    4everHis got a reaction from HappyChristian in The sin of sending your kids to public schools   
    Having read through the thread, I would say that none of you have created a Scriptural basis establishing any type of schooling as a sin.

    As I see it, the majority of you purport one of the following views.

    1. Public education is a sin. Do you pay taxes? You are causing your brother to sin in the same way someone who serves liquor causes his brother to sin. On the other hand, we have to render to Caesar what is Caesar's. From a pure logical point of view, public education can not be a sin since God directs us to pay taxes. I pay all of my taxes. I do not agree with all of the usage of the money, but I pay completely and fully, knowing it is something required of me as a citizen and as a follower of Christ.

    2. Christian education is as bad as public education. Seriously? Christian education stems from a few basic ideas: The Bible is the inerrant Word of God and source of all truth. Parents have the authority to ensure children are taught the Word of God and to be taught academic subjects from a Christian viewpoint. So, exactly how is a Christian education equal to a public school education? If you are talking about children and their behavior at school, then that is a problem with the people that attend rather than the program. Are some Christian schools run by people whose view of godly living differ than my own? Sure. Are they equal to what is being taught in my public school? Not at all.

    3. Homeschool is mandated by God and only the truly spiritual parent homeschools his child. All others are ungodly dedicated to cable television and worldly pursuits. And this is based on....your viewpoint and opinion. Why don't you donate your monthly internet access fee to families who can not afford to educate their children at home? Also, if parents use the same curricula as the Christian school, are they not just replicating the sinfulness of that institution?
    Further, not everyone should educate their children in the academic arena because they received a sinful public education, or a just as sinful Christian education. Using your own words, this is the only logical answer. It is not a good conclusion, but one you must draw based upon your own viewpoints.
    Homeschooling equals godliness? That is not Scriptural, with all due respect. Plenty of homeschoolers are unsaved and using worldly sources. You can not assume that all homeschoolers are doing the right thing. Investigate it and you will find plenty of secular humanists who homeschool.

    4. Schooling of children is the responsibility of the home and is carried out as the father in leadership sees fit. Parents pray and ask God for leadership and provision. Then, they act accordingly.

    I'm astonished that people would try to stretch God's Word to identify a type of schooling as a sin. Is it wise for you to send your child to public school? I don't know, but God will lead you. Do I have a litany of examples of things that are problematic and less than godly with each one? Yes, I do. Would I venture to say that if you do not educate your children based upon what we do with our children you are sinful? No, I would not, and in my understanding of the Scripture and by what my Pastor preaches, neither should you.
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    4everHis got a reaction from Seth Doty in Divorce - Remarriage & Evangelists - Missionaries   
    OK, OP, I did not give Scripture because it has been given throughout this thread. My definition of a missionary (and I presumed for the sake of this discussion we all were speaking of the same thing) is one who is starting local churches in a foreign land. Therefore, they would be a pastor, even if it were only until a national pastor could take the position. If you are talking about something else, as it seems that the thread has shifted, then that is a different ball of wax. Divorce renders someone ineligible for certain things. Pastor (and in my definition-missionary) is one of those things.

    To Wichbla, I am sorry you have such a sad view on things. You sound very angry and bitter in your sarcasm, or perhaps you are serious. Tithing is one area that I appreciate the opportunity to be able to do. To give back a small segment of the blessings God has given is a privilege. If that were the only way I could serve Him, I would be privileged to be allowed to do so. It is one thing that we can say that we are clear about in obedience. Ten percent is clearly defined. Makes it easy to obey. I believe the Bible is just as clear about the position of pastor within a church. It isn't that someone is Pariah. We are all Pariah, saved by grace.

    I can not be a pastor because I am a girl. Does that make me Pariah, or merely ineligible. (I am very well versed in the Bible, I have a strong theological education, I have had many ladies say that I have a gift in teaching, so is it fair that I can't be a preacher or an evangelist?) I can help my gender less than one can help the choice of the person whom they marry. By the OP's definition (evangelists are not pastors) does that mean I can be an evangelist? I wouldn't be a pastor, just a helper in the church, right? (I do not believe that I have the right to be an evangelist, nor a lead missionary, I'm just applying the rationale given.) I think it is unfortunate that this discussion needs to be repeated so frequently. We are not listening to what the Bible says, but rather warping it to suit our own set of values. I mean no offense, I merely state my opinion.
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    4everHis reacted to trc123 in I went undercover on DADT   
    I am also against DADT, I personally believe it should go back to the way it was when I was in the military in '78...............no homosexuals period, never mind DADT. Ask them if they are, if they admit it they don't qualify. If they don't admit it and later found to be practicing that life choice, then dishonorable discharge and disgrace. Period!
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    4everHis got a reaction from Crushmaster in Last one to post in this thread wins   
    I am looking forward to tomorrow myself! Sunday is my very favorite day! :clapping:
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