What if?

[quietthinker]

It's difficult to NOT be jaded after viewing all of the depraved, Godless, lowlives, that share our oxygen. The fact of the matter is that humanity is TRASH. The closer that I become to God the less I want to do with people. It's rare and wonderful to meet a kindred spirit like you.

Lowlifes? Oh, you mean those who haven’t repented?
By the way, repented of what? Could it be calling other sinners lowlifes as if one does not qualify as a sinner?

 

[ShineTheLight]

What if we would love each other in the fear of God?

What if we laid aside anger because the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God?

What if we forgave each other in patience in real time as non believers all over the world watched us?

What if we pursued love the way we pursued knowledge? Knowledge puffs up. Love edifies.

I myself struggle. I struggle to love a community that presents difficulties at times. I mean, I just straight up left for months. But you guys are kinder to me than I deserve. You really care, despite my aloofness.

What if I laid down my frustration with the forum? What if I had a soft heart once again? Maybe we'll see a change.

I had a feeling you would come back. It's great to see you again.

 

[TitusTwoWife]

I had a feeling you would come back. It's great to see you again.

That feeling was right. Its great to see you too. I hope youre doing well!

 

[TLHKAJ]

It's difficult to NOT be jaded after viewing all of the depraved, Godless, lowlives, that share our oxygen. The fact of the matter is that humanity is TRASH. The closer that I become to God the less I want to do with people. It's rare and wonderful to meet a kindred spirit like you.

I think it should be that the closer we get to God, the more compassion we feel toward others. Granted, it's not pleasant to be bombarded with things that fly in the face of Godly values ....but as far as loving them, praying for them, caring about their physical and spiritual well-being, and having compassion on their suffering ...that would be the fruits of a life that has encountered God's amazing love, grace, and mercy.

I admit that I am happy to have my own space with my animals, gardens, close family and friends ....and life is more enjoyable when there's a safe space to return to. But we shouldn't ignore the heart of God toward the lost and the hurting people around us.

Just my two cents...