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com7fy8 · 2025-11-04T16:56:49-0600

Pepperdoodle said:
So what is your motivation to discuss/debate things online?

There are trolls who are said to try to mess up things, just to entertain themselves.

Yes, there are ones who sneak in, in order to misrepresent and confuse things and to promote some group and its cause.

It can be certain writers are on drugs or are under the influence.

There are ones, maybe, who want practice with their debating skills.

And others might be starting a topic so ones of us will do their homework.

One person thinks he can write to anyone, but say something that God is able to use to help the person.

Plus, we have readers who might never write but who can benefit from what is written to ones who refuse it.

For a while, I had a Skype companion, and I think it was that we were discussing if online dating was a good idea. She made her case, and I made mine; then I decided she was right . . . right when she decided I was right!

Bradskii · 2025-11-04T16:56:39-0600

Hans Blaster said:
It is close to the topic in the OP than your stream of assertions about the existence of absolute morality.

(I have read the words of the prophets written on the subway walls.)

So how many Boomer music references can we insert into this dismal thread? I need something to Keep Me Hanging On.

Delvianna · 2025-11-04T16:55:10-0600

iluvatar5150 said:
Did any of them transition without input from outside?

Yes, though I don't remember specifically who. It's been a while since I watched their interviews.

iluvatar5150 said:
No, you don't have to be a professional to understand the condition, but I would have expected something a bit more substantive than just google searches.

Did I say it was just google searches? You make a lot of assumptions about what I do/don't do, my motives, and my thoughts. How about asking instead of assume?

iluvatar5150 said:
To put a finer point on this: I don't really think this is about helping people, at least in any kind of serious sense, because I don't think you understand the condition or know what would really help them.

You have no idea what I've researched or haven't and again, assumption.

iluvatar5150 said:
Your justification for your belief, as you described it, wasn't rooted in any experiences or training - it was your observation "that God made man and woman.

It's rooted in a lot, but the bible is the biggest base for this, yes. This is a Christian forum is it not? My main drive is always going to be rooted in scripture. This is a "christian only" subforum, so no I'm not just looking at this from a worldly standard as to the ethics or morality that the world wants to push down my throat.

iluvatar5150 said:
Your approach isn't about helping; it's about moralizing and what you're advocating is being a moralizing busy-body.

Again, you do realize what subforum you're on right? This IS a moral issue AND a biblical one.

iluvatar5150 said:
Maybe, in that case, I believe I'm "helping" you by not pandering to your sin, but I wouldn't really be helping, would I. I'd just come off as a jerk. Which is exactly how deliberately dead-naming someone comes off.

This is against biblical ethics. We are not supposed to do nothing when it comes to sin regardless of the topic. So if you want to keep bringing up your maiden last name example, as I said, it still doesn't fit when I believe it is biblically inaccurate. By wordly standards its "being a jerk" but by Gods standards, its not enabling sin or destructive behavior. The bible is against even tattoos, how do you think he feels about cutting off genitals and adding fake implants? And by the way, I do have some medical background and understand what the synthetic hormones does to your body.

Your way of debating makes me think you spend too much time on Reddit by your assumptions and extreme arguments approach. You paint me with a broad brush and just automatically think that I think a certain way or do something or haven't done something because it seems like the people you converse with are immature and do those things on a regular basis, but I suggest you don't do this with everyone. Let people speak for themselves instead of inserting your own information that you make up and then accuse me of. This isn't how you should talk to anyone regardless of who they are.

sjastro · 2025-11-04T16:54:08-0600

stevevw said:
The same with many sites in Egypt and around the world. These are being dates at X time because some of the later works were found in the site and there was nothing on other works as to when they were made. In fact later Pharoahs stamped their name on earlier works.

Thats why I am saying there has to be some independent way to differentiate the stone itself. If they are really made by different methods (hand made or machined) then there should be some differences that can reveal the method used.

But in the meantime I keep coming back to the simple but revealing naked eye observations. As above with the different vases we see the handmade and what at least looks like machined finishes. These are the naked eye differences in the signatures. They will reveal differences down to the micro level.

The same with cuts in stones, logistics, and any mark in the works that can be analysed. One example I came across was the scoop marks. Which is claimed as being caused by pounding with dolorite stones which are harder than the granite.

The issue is like the vases that these traditional methods are also used. Its not as if anyone is saying that both methods are being used. Like today we have varying methods being used and the best come from the best methods.

Scans are being done on these scoop marks and they are finding the exact opposite of random pounding away. Rather uniform patterns of scoops as though the granite was softened and some uniform scooper was going along scooping away the softened surface.

Playing the devil's advocate let's assume your idiotic conspiracy theory is correct where all 18th dynasty granite obelisks were forgeries produced in the Old Kingdom as the technology was lost by the time of the New Kingdom.
Therefore the unfinished obelisk at Aswan had been attempted in the Old Kingdom.

Since it is an Old Kingdom construction using superior technology dolerite pounders were not needed so why are there hundreds of rounded dolerite stones of different sizes on the site which are clearly not naturally occurring? Furthermore why are depression marks in the obelisk within the range of sizes of these dolerite stones?

If the Old Kingdom had the technology of softening granite then they would not have had to use dolerite, any stone harder than softened granite would have sufficed.

Going back to predynastic times in Egypt if they had the capability of producing high precision vases on lathes then making smooth sharp flint blades from dolerite, quartz and chert would have been a piece of cake yet the evidence paints a very different picture.

If you are going to be true to form the information provided is going to be ignored and the issue remains whether this is due to a lack of basic comprehension skills or trolling resulting in propagation of misinformation and disinformation.

Michie · 2025-11-04T16:53:53-0600

Henrik Kochan said:
Thank you, Richard, God bless you too! You wrote: " I pray too (if I may) that God touches your heart and you can learn more about him and what true Christianity is." Please tell me - what true Christianity is.

This forum is just for intros. You can pose your question here: Exploring Christianity

Multifavs · 2025-11-04T16:50:35-0600

Multifavs said:
Kirby and the Rod of Darkness was different from my typical writing in that it's more humorous and less realistic overall. While Mystery of the Mirror Rift is more like my typical writing, I noticed there are still a few different things about it:

-It's my first story where one of the main protagonists is a robot. I had a few stories before where the main villain or the villain's sidekick was a robot, but that's a bit different.
-Most of the major characters are female. Not that that never happens, but it's not super common. The last time it happened was about ten years ago, I think.
-If I remember correctly, it's my first story with a female villain. I do remember making at least one before, but she never actually appeared in a story.

I just remembered another female villain I made in the past who never appeared in a story. So I've made two of them before, but both were basically drawn a few times and then forgotten. I also don't know if Mirrobo would actually be considered a main protagonist or if it would be considered the protagonist's sidekick. I've noticed it doesn't seem to be as involved in the story as Susie is, but I guess that's understandable.

I suppose this year, I'll probably use the same Christmas avatar I used the past two years. I mean, I could make a new one but Mystery of the Mirror Rift doesn't have holiday chapters, and decorating Mirrobo for Christmas might be kind of weird!

Although if I do decide to make some animations like I mentioned in my previous post, I might make at least one Christmas one!

Michie · 2025-11-04T16:47:58-0600

Chesterton said:
I know this guy. We're not really friends, but we're very friendly with each other. We see each other fairly often in social settings, but in about 10 years there's only been 5 or 6 times when we were alone together.

Five or six years ago, in conversation I happened to mention to him that I enjoy watching the Little League World Series. I told him that I like youth sports better than professional or college, because there's no money involved, and I feel like kids are playing a game for fun as you should. He then mentioned that his young son had started playing (American) football. I said something to the effect of "I'd love to see that" or "can I watch him play sometime?" I don't recall what was said next, but nothing came of it for over five years.

Fast forward to last week. We were talking about whatever, and I asked him if his son was still playing. The son is in the 8 to 12 age range, I estimate. He said yes, he's got a game coming up. I asked "Could I come watch?", and he gave me what I felt was a very strange and insulting response.

He just said no. I asked why not. He said "you're not family" and then added "but you can hang around us here" (here meaning where we often socialize with others usually including his wife and kids).

I should also mention that years ago, I was riding in his car when we needed to go to his house to pick some things up. He parked on a crossroad near his street, and had his petite wife walk down the sidewalk carrying the items. I thought that was strange. Did he not want me to know which house he lives in?

Am I being weird or is he? I have zero interest in "hanging around" his family, and have never said or done anything to indicate that I do, other than asking about watching his son play ball. I've spoken very briefly with his wife a couple of times, but I've never said a single word to any of his children, not even a "hi". I don't even remember his two girls' names.

Was it weird of me to ask to go watch his son play? Or is he weird for treating an innocuous request as if I'm a pedophile or stalker or something?

It just sounds forced. Either you click or you don’t. I do think it appears he may find your interest in children’s sports a tad off. People are very suspicious these days and have a very untrusting mindset. That could completely explain the reason for parking so far from his home. I would not worry about it but next time you both are talking again, I’d avoid the topic of children’s sports completely. I don’t think you acted oddly but it may have set out red flags as far as he was concerned. You both are just acquaintances where neither side seem all too interested in getting to know each other better. I could see where it bothers you thinking of his impression of you but these things happens when it’s just an acquaintance and not an actual friendship where there is some knowledge of one another. We tend to have certain impressions of those we do not know well yet have no interest in investing in a friendship with. I hope this helps.

keras · 2025-11-04T16:47:47-0600

Strong in Him said:
They do if they are symbolizing an urgent message.

Written on what?
Zechariah tells us: a round tube shaped object that can fly.

Strong in Him said:
Why did the angel push the wickedness back into the basket?

Because it symbolises nuclear radiation. Proved by the lead cover.

Strong in Him said:
the fact that you can't read Scripture?

I read and understand the Prophesies to be meaningful and illuminating, not worthless and only adding to the confusion.

Strong in Him said:
And if he doesn't, no doubt you'll have another explanation for that?

It could be next year.
All in Gods good timing.

Chesterton · 2025-11-04T16:46:09-0600

partinobodycular said:
Sometimes AI gives me just a glimmer of what it can be, and the future doesn't look quite so dark.

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It's a very nice song, but as for the video, if you're a guitar player and you watch his hands and fingers, it's laughable.

Apple Sky · 2025-11-04T16:45:20-0600

Strong in Him said:
All the criticisms you make of us; all the allegations of not believing Genesis 1 etc, are because we oppose your views.
And with very good reason - your main argument is that everyone else is a liar.

Rubbish, these are not my views at all.

MarkRohfrietsch · 2025-11-04T16:41:41-0600

This was also the 500th anaversary of the first celebration of Luther's German Mass. Before that...

https://www.facebook.com/reel/810158458654760

FreeinChrist · 2025-11-04T16:35:48-0600

Always in His Presence said:
I'm just giving you a direct reply to your posts.

But since you introduced his approval rating?

View attachment 372664

FYI - his approval rating is two points higher than his first term and ten points higher than the Democrats in Congress.

Those numbers are nothing to brag about. I linked to numbers, but that is not the topic of this thread.

The topic is Trump's 60 minutes interview and his fabrications. Do you have anything to say about that?

Tropical Wilds · 2025-11-04T16:33:04-0600

Not sure Kevin Spacey is the guy I’d look to quote in this scenario.

essentialsaltes · 2025-11-04T16:29:15-0600

essentialsaltes said:
Unfortunately, bird flu isn't over.

And it's not just for chickens.

Sticker shock: Cost of turkey up 75% over last year

Thanks to the avian flu outbreak, there are 5 million fewer turkeys raised in the U.S. this year compared with 2024, making it a 40 year low, according to Purdue University.

The wholesale price of a turkey this year is up a staggering 75% compared with last year, averaging about $1.71 per pound.

“The price of a 15-pound turkey may come in at about $31 this year, but I would say there are going to be lots of grocery store operators that are going to mark those prices down, just to get you in the door with the likelihood that you’re going to buy something else,” he said.

essentialsaltes · 2025-11-04T16:25:27-0600

ralliann said:
Speech does not cause murder. Approving of such an idea can cause someone to be fired. Which is not a crime.

Unless the employer is the government, in which case firing people for free speech is unconstitutional.

Chesterton · 2025-11-04T16:24:46-0600

RocksInMyHead said:
I have not been able to find the article either - the best I've been able to do is read the articles commenting on it, which quote it. Those quotes (which are also present in the OP) are what I've discussed.

I found out there was a kind of book burning. Because of the suspension, the article was never posted online. I don't question that the quotes are probably accurate, but I don't think it does any of us any good to talk at length about a couple of phrases with no surrounding context.

essentialsaltes · 2025-11-04T16:23:57-0600

mark46 said:
Is it news that Trump lies whenever he talks about numbers, including the level of inflation?

It's important to continue to hold him to account for his failed campaign promises and more generally for the failure of MAGAnomics.

Michie · 2025-11-04T16:21:50-0600

Prosecutors in the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office in Arizona plan to seek the death penalty for Adam Christopher Sheafe, the man who confessed to the crucifixion-style murder of New River Bible Chapel Pastor William Schonemann in his home earlier this year.

The prosecutors filed their notice of intent to seek the death penalty against 51-year-old Sheafe, who reportedly targeted Schonemann as a result of his faith, Arizona Family reported.

Even though he confessed to murdering 76-year-old Schoneman, Sheafe pleaded not guilty to the charge in July, which criminal defense attorney Russ Richelsoph told Arizona Family is standard in the court process.

“A judge at a felony arraignment is never going to let a defendant plead guilty,” he said. “Crazy people will confess to crimes that they didn’t commit.”

Continued below.

Prosecutors seek death penalty for man who crucified pastor

Prosecutors in the Maricopa County Attorney s Office in Arizona plan to seek the death penalty for Adam Christopher Sheafe, the man who confessed to the crucifixion-style murder of New River Bible

www.christianpost.com

com7fy8 · 2025-11-04T16:21:18-0600

stevevw said:
These seem to me the traits of the Pharisees. Who formed a group who looked down on other groups and even within their own religion.

I can give in to the temptation to look down on a hypocrite, and self-righteously judge the person.

essentialsaltes · 2025-11-04T16:18:20-0600

Arrest made in connection with New Jersey Election Day bomb threats

Some polling sites in NYC also fielded what officials called "swatting" threats.

It was not immediately clear whether the subject of the arrest -- a juvenile -- was also responsible for Election Day threats made against other locations.

Multiple polling places temporarily closed Tuesday morning in Northern New Jerseyafter precincts received emailed bomb threats later deemed to be not credible, prompting election officials to direct some voters to other polling places.

The threatening emails went to polling locations in New Jersey's Bergen County, Essex County, Mercer County, Middlesex County, Monmouth County, Ocean County, and Passaic County, officials said.

During the 2024 election, bomb threats called into polling stations in key swing states prompted widespread delays in voting. The FBI later said the threats likely originated from Russia.

Michie · 2025-11-04T16:18:02-0600

A man has been charged with threatening a Catholic school in Pennsylvania that garnered controversy for creating a parade float that included Holocaust imagery.

Joseph Gilleo II, a 28-year-old resident of Bucks County, is facing charges after leaving a threatening voice message for St. Joseph’s Catholic School of Hanover.

According to authorities, Gileo threatened the school in response to its Halloween parade float that featured imagery referencing the Holocaust that many found offensive.

Charging documents stated that Gilleo allegedly called school officials “Nazi sympathizing” and “psychopaths,” adding that he believes God “will not save you from what happens next.”

Continued below.

'Maybe time to persecute you': Man charged with threatening Catholic school over Holocaust float

A man has been charged with threatening a Catholic school in Pennsylvania that garnered controversy for creating a parade float that included Holocaust imagery

www.christianpost.com

Always in His Presence · 2025-11-04T16:17:10-0600

camille70 said:
The Department of War doesn't exist. It's basically a nickname. Think of it as having a preferred name or pronoun, which the GOP has said no one has to respect.

or.... think of it as described in the executive order - a Secondary Title.

Always in His Presence · 2025-11-04T16:15:31-0600

chevyontheriver said:
So what do YOU make of it?

I think it is a good thing and they are balancing out their belief systems - I like what is stated in the article

“This text also aims to deepen the proper foundations of Marian devotion by specifying Mary’s place in her relationship with believers in light of the mystery of Christ as the sole mediator and redeemer. This entails a profound fidelity to Catholic identity while also requiring a particular ecumenical effort,” Fernández wrote.

In addition to “Co-Redemptrix,” the document also addressed at length the Marian title “Mediatrix” or “Mediatrix of All Graces,” analyzing related Church teaching on Mary’s role as intercessor.

The DDF concluded that “some titles, such as ‘Mediatrix of All Graces,’ have limits that do not favor a correct understanding of Mary’s unique place.”

Carl Emerson · 2025-11-04T16:08:42-0600

SabbathBlessings said:
Strange it wasn't posted but the very next verse gives us the context of who was at fault and why....

8 Because finding fault with them, He says: “Behold, the days are coming, says the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah— 9 not according to the covenant that I made with their fathers in the day when I took them by the hand to lead them out of the land of Egypt; because they did not continue in My covenant, and I disregarded them, says the Lord

The covenant was not the issue, why He wrote the exact words of the covenant Psa89:34 Exo34:28 2Cor3:3 just established His New Covenant on better promises Heb8:6 (if we cooperate with Him) on what He will do, if we allow Him to Heb8:10 John14:15-18

Yes you have to work quite hard to argue against what is clearly stated... sorry for that.

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