BS. I am simply pointing out that on a gun and politics forum I for one am sick of hearing these bible thumpers.( As opposed to those who simply worship as they see fit and allow others to do the same )
The part about "allowing others to do the same" is where these 2 fall short. There are many on here who have a very deep and sincere Faith, but they don't find it necessary to flaunt it in nearly every subject.
I really would like to talk to you about this and discuss the things which you reference. Cite them in context and we can discuss them.
My unspoken request (perhaps the thing I do which annoys you) is that if one quotes the Bible (or some other document) when we disagree don't play it by memory. You'll see many quotes I've made to make my point presented in the context I believe. You can take it or leave it, but people should not say that such items do not exist and make a foundation on not knowing the document they claim to know. Again, much of what people disagree about in the Bible (or Constitution, you're good with that one) which is allayed to interpretation is not interpretation but feeling. Someone feels a particular way or sincerely believes a particular thing which is just not there. Just acknowledge what's written and we can stop and continue to disagree on interpretation. We can both agree that sincerity in a belief does not mean that belief has a foundation in fact supported by actual writing.
People can have a deep and sincere faith that the Bible says anyone that believes in any god or does good things and is not a rapist-murder makes them a Christian, but that does not mean it is in the Bible and is true. I am offended whenever someone claims to know something that is not there...not an interpretation...and passes themselves off as a type of person they directly contradict and then refuses to acknowledge they are at total odds with wrtings. Sort of like someone passing themselves of as an American when they support communism or a "living" Constitution, or "from each according to his ability and to each according to his need".
If you don't want to hear "Bible thumping", then fine block me out. Don't expect me to do any less than you would do when you see someone claiming to know the Constitution who is not even acknowledging the document as it was written and that it is a living document with any part up for contemporary interpretation.
You backed me up with Desert Marine and so did a lot of people. Why are you angry at me about Desert Marine if you backed me up? Do I need to look up that quote?
I don't want to be at odds with you and I won't if you'll let me. If you want me to call and talk about it I'll call you. What is it I have specifically done to you that has offended you and how can I fix it? If you want me to leave you alone and never reference you here on the board or quote you...I'll do what you ask. I am not picking, nor do I want to get into some flaming fight with you. I've spoken my peace and it is finished at this point.
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