I have seen a few threads lately implying (to me at least) that there is a lot of strife and meaningless discussion on this forum, as of late.
Having been a member through three iterations, I would like to say how much I appreciate this forum. From the hard-line, extremely conservative stances of some, to the very loose, very free interpretations of others, to the honest inquisitive (and maybe even pot-stirring) nature of some, I have learned quite a bit on this thread. That may speak to how shallow or ignorant I am, lol, but there have been a lot of Biblical/Spiritual topics I have learned about and researched whose seeds were planted by God through this site. There are times when I do not log on for a while, when I need a break, but I always come back and am refreshed by something being discussed on this site. There is a wealth of knowledge from the members of this forum. We are all Apostolic/Pentecostal/Christian, just with differing viewpoints. Simply because family members disagree, it does not mean they/we/I are any less family.
Thanks to all who post here and to all that have in the past. My life, at least, has been enriched by you.
I have seen a few threads lately implying (to me at least) that there is a lot of strife and meaningless discussion on this forum, as of late.
Having been a member through three iterations, I would like to say how much I appreciate this forum. From the hard-line, extremely conservative stances of some, to the very loose, very free interpretations of others, to the honest inquisitive (and maybe even pot-stirring) nature of some, I have learned quite a bit on this thread. That may speak to how shallow or ignorant I am, lol, but there have been a lot of Biblical/Spiritual topics I have learned about and researched whose seeds were planted by God through this site. There are times when I do not log on for a while, when I need a break, but I always come back and am refreshed by something being discussed on this site. There is a wealth of knowledge from the members of this forum. We are all Apostolic/Pentecostal/Christian, just with differing viewpoints. Simply because family members disagree, it does not mean they/we/I are any less family.
Thanks to all who post here and to all that have in the past. My life, at least, has been enriched by you.
Long-time lurker, part-time poster
AMEN, Twisp!! Well said.
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I wholeheartedly agree. I absolutely love the fact that people here are for the most part very serious about truly studying the meaning of the principles and teachings found in the Bible.
I too agree. If one only seeks out the strife & controversy - they will find it. But the vast majority of the goings on here can be classed as typical conversation and social banter of our Christian family.
I can say I generally enjoy being here when time permits.
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Articles on such subjects as "The New Birth," will be accepted, whether they teach that the new birth takes place before baptism in water and Spirit, or that the new birth consists of baptism of water and Spirit. - THE PENTECOSTAL HERALD Dec. 1945
"It is doubtful if any Trinitarian Pentecostals have ever professed to believe in three gods, and Oneness Pentecostals should not claim that they do." - Daniel Segraves
I agree too. I don't post a lot; but I do a LOT of reading here. There's not a day that goes by, where something I've read will either send me to my knees or send me to the Bible for further study. For that I am truly grateful! Since stumbling upon AFF, I have learned so much. Thanks to all who contribute. I appreciate all of you!
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Part of the great appeal of this forum is the diverging viewpoints that can be expressed. We learn from others, even if we don't agree with their interpretation.
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