Posted by Wendy B. on September 4, 2001, at 22:48:54
In reply to Re: Religion and the Board, posted by Dr. Bob on September 3, 2001, at 20:36:42
> > I have to say that I think that on PB, any mention of religion is inappropriate, even in a tagline.
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> I see what you're saying, and I think this is a hard one, but (1) I'm trying to find some middle ground, and (2) in a way, it's an affiliation, which isn't a bad thing to know...
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Dear Dr. Bob and other interested parties:The mention of one's religion on the Board should not be banned. This Board is about tolerance and good will. It is Sal's civil right to express his religious faith and not be bashed for it.
I think religion and spirituality are very good topics for discussion; if people want to engage in them, that's fine by me. I think it might help some people to think that the troubles of this world (anxiety, depression, suicidality, etc.) might be gone in the next, wherever or whatever that place might be. I am sincerely confused that some people here want to deny a legitimate discussion of moral values, ethics, philosophy, etc.
I am not a religious person in the strict sense of that word. But I believe in Sal's right to speak his truth... though I don't embrace that particular truth for my own life.
> > > One of the essential doctrines of the New Testament is that one cannot remain silent about their faith and still obtain Eternal Salvation. Jesus says, "If you deny Me in front of men, I will deny YOU in front of my Heavenly Father." Therefore, if one is not open about their faith in Christ, he will not go to heaven.
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> > Not one is asking you to deny. All we are asking is that you don't promote. Denying and Promotion are two very different ball games.
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> Exactly right, I guess I'm trying to draw the line between stating an affiliation and promoting (or advocating).
Sorry, but I disagree. Sal's version of Christianity says that *promotion* of the Gospel, as you call it, is what is required of him by his God. Please understand, I am not a practicing christian, but I am interested in civil rights, freedom of speech, etc. Dr. Bob, have you ever made a statement about civil rights, and whether the Board follows those principles (U.S. federal law)? Or since it is a private board, do other rules apply. I am curious, and not baiting or trying to cause disagreement...
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> And this seems to have settled down, at least for now, yes?Quiet, perhaps. But there are still issues to be worked out, I think.
> Bob
Respectfully,
Wendy
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