This forum needs a name change...

[MissBrattified]

Originally Posted by pelathais

And that seems to be a reference to a post where I 'attacked' you.

Obviously I never got over it.

[OldPathsII]

Originally Posted by MissBrattified

This forum doesn't need a name change; it needs an attitude change. And asking for an attitude change from one side of the coin doesn't give the other side carte blanche to take their place with name-calling and insults.

Here's a thought: Post your views with integrity sans personal attacks and disrespect and let the AFF admin address any bad behavior from your doctrinal and philosophical opponents.

A few posters in particular come to my mind when I think of those who can successfully present their views and argue a point without attacking others:

pelathais
AQuietPlace
rgcraig
A.W. Bowman
tstew
rrford (not that he posts anymore )

If you want to know how to post respectfully and still have a spine in regard to your personal views, read through their serious posts.

It all depends on your desired outcome. If you truly want to seek to understand the views of others with appreciation for what each person contributes AND present your views in such a way that others might be persuaded to agree, you'll follow some of these good examples. If, however, all you want to do is provoke people, annoy them, get a rise out of them, insult them or downright hurt their feelings, then you will insult, flame, name-call, deride, mock and scorn. I thought the thread about Rob McKee's post was a terrible example of flaming at its worst, and at no point on that thread was he shown respect by those who were questioning his views. It was shameful.

So which is it? Do you want to actually have respectful discourse with your brothers and sisters, or even those who aren't a brother and sister? Or do you only seek to hurt and tear down others?

There are PLENTY of Apostolics on this forum, so there is absolutely no need for a name change, IMO. I do see the need to draw some boundaries around conversations so that people can get back to respectful debate and discussion that allows people to remain friends at the end of the day.

That's just my 2 cents.

Praise God, Sister!! This is the truth. There were a couple of things that motivated me to create an account and speak and one of them was the thread that made fun of Brother McKee. The other one which I don't see any longer and want to go look for is the thread about a preacher, a Nazarene I believe, being baptized. Two people, Socialite and Liberal, made commetns there that were just horrible. I just need to say that I'm thankful for at least some of the leadership of this forum that takes a stand for truth even in the midst of an all-out assault on the truth of the Word of God and your leading the charge from what I can tell. Keep up the great work, sister!!

[Old Paths]

Originally Posted by Brad Murphy

I don't think this is the original Old Paths (initials DB)... I think this is a different guy.

Originally Posted by rgcraig

I believe you are correct.

The other was Old Paths this is OldPaths - what a difference a space makes!

Did someone call?

Haven't been here in a coons age, but someone let me know that there was an OldPaths posting, so.....



Didn't want you all to think that the other fella was me and didn't want the other guy to get nailed too hard.





Hee heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by OldPaths

Praise God, Sister!! This is the truth. There were a couple of things that motivated me to create an account and speak and one of them was the thread that made fun of Brother McKee. The other one which I don't see any longer and want to go look for is the thread about a preacher, a Nazarene I believe, being baptized. Two people, Socialite and Liberal, made commetns there that were just horrible. I just need to say that I'm thankful for at least some of the leadership of this forum that takes a stand for truth even in the midst of an all-out assault on the truth of the Word of God and your leading the charge from what I can tell. Keep up the great work, sister!!

It's a fellowship hall - - ya know, you get all kinds to show up when there's free food!

[OldPathsII]

Originally Posted by rgcraig

May I suggest that you have Admin change your name - - or it will happen again.

No, I think this name really speaks my heart and if the other fellow isn't posting any longer it shouldn't be a problem. I just won't be so touchy next time someone someone assumes I'm someone else and calls me "Opie."

[Cindy]

Originally Posted by Old Paths

Did someone call?

Haven't been here in a coons age, but someone let me know that there was an OldPaths posting, so.....



Didn't want you all to think that the other fella was me and didn't want the other guy to get nailed too hard.





Hee heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Welcome back, OP.

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by Old Paths

Did someone call?

Haven't been here in a coons age, but someone let me know that there was an OldPaths posting, so.....



Didn't want you all to think that the other fella was me and didn't want the other guy to get nailed too hard.





Hee heeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

Well, hello Brother!

I've suggested that the "fake" OldPaths have admin rename him - - we sure don't want to tarnish your user name!

[rgcraig]

Originally Posted by OldPaths

No, I think this name really speaks my heart and if the other fellow isn't posting any longer it shouldn't be a problem. I just won't be so touchy next time someone someone assumes I'm someone else and calls me "Opie."

Sorry - - he just showed up.
How about Walking the Old Paths

[Dagwood]

Well said, MissB! If we don't want to keep spreading the fire other people start, no need in responding to feed their flames of desire.

The more diverse of backgrounds and opinions, the better. It keeps our own faith and beliefs in check.

[OldPathsII]

Originally Posted by rgcraig

Well, hello Brother!

I've suggested that the "fake" OldPaths have admin rename him - - we sure don't want to tarnish your user name!

Oh boy. I see how some of you have a signature line at the bottom. I'll try to figure out how to do that and use that to put a distinction between me and the other Old Paths. Unless Admin could change me to "OldPathsII" or Jr. or something of the sort. I really like the name.