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Magenta

Magenta

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Cameron143 said:
Maybe we all need an occasional scolding. It's probably just me, but whenever I see a furled brow I think concern or consternation.
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If I remove all signs of age I may as well use a different face altogether...
 
Cameron143

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Magenta said:
If I remove all signs of age I may as well use a different face altogether...
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She still has grey hair and maybe she has the Rob Lowe gene. Maybe just hang a sign around here neck saying objects in the picture are older than they appear.

I'm obviously causing you consternation. So let's try a do-over. Wow! What an awesome looking panel.
 
Magenta

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Cameron143 said:
She still has grey hair and maybe she has the Rob Lowe gene. Maybe just hang a sign around here neck saying objects in the picture are older than they appear.

I'm obviously causing you consternation. So let's try a do-over. Wow! What an awesome looking panel.
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No, not consternation... but I do try to make the panels appealing, but have
also had complaints because the women are too young and beautiful LOL

I do however need a trusty advisor, though, you know. Someone who is willing to give constructive criticism.
 
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That's a good realization to come to. But art is so subjective that it will always have its critics. All criticism is worthy of consideration, but not all is worthy to be followed. Your discernment is good and your desire is praiseworthy. Between the two, you are well served.
 
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Magenta said:
No, not consternation... but I do try to make the panels appealing, but have
also had complaints because the women are too young and beautiful LOL

I do however need a trusty advisor, though, you know. Someone who is willing to give constructive criticism.
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I posted a reply but didn't include your text. Your mission, should you accept, is to find said response. This message will self-destruct in 5 seconds. Actually, this message will become permanent in 5 minutes.
 
Dino246

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Pilgrimshope said:
Perhaps you should take your own advice and reread the post I wrote and see if your comment is a straw man or something i said . And yeah it gets old doing e same frivolous thing so you aren’t saying god doesn’t have fai th and that’s not how he creates things ? It seems like that’s exactly what your saying only you added “ god doesn’t have faith in himself “ that’s not what I said at any point but that’s where your Somme t is coming from seems basic I read it twice seems like just the same arguing because you sins actually consider what I had said but shanties to argue wi th rhat I didnt say

butbyeah it’s not up to me what you believe of you think what you said then why bother with me lol ? You want to who e about “ snarkiness “ this is what I responded to

you said

“Your argument is circular and pointless. God gives faith, but He does not exercise it.”

you said

God is the source of faith he's the creator is the point he is the source of faith when he speaks"

“If your punctuation-devoid word collection is interpreted as you intend it,”

lol and now your going to whine about me agreeing with what you said nd call
Me snarky hahaha “hello pot it’s the kettle calling you are so black “


Thats my point some folks are just only here to create arguments look at this thread lol no one’s talking about faith we’re here arguing about punctuation and capitalization lol then we say snarky things and begin to whine when anyone responds

It’s like seventh grade

“ you are saying god didn’t excercise faith he only gives it to man “

what I’m saying is very simple it is not the argument your making against . When God says anything that is faith that’s what faith is

a look at what I’m saying before you argue against it

“And God said, Let there be light: and there was light.”
‭‭Genesis‬ ‭1:3‬ ‭KJV‬‬

gods word created what exists that is the principle of faith the foundation of it

If god didn’t say “ let there be light “ light could not exist .

at he same word of God is spoken to A man now watch the power of gods rd to be faithful to what he said he commands even the creation itself by his word of faith that created it still listen to what I’m actually getting at not what your arguing against but consider that same word working through a man that hears d believes it look at the result and where the whole thing came from

“And the LORD said unto Moses, Stretch out thine hand toward heaven, that there may be darkness over the land of Egypt, even darkness which may be felt. And Moses stretched forth his hand toward heaven; and there was a thick darkness in all the land of Egypt three days:”
‭‭Exodus‬ ‭10:21-22‬ ‭KJV‬‬

at he same power of faith in his word that created light Leo created darkness through Moses hearing and believing his word the faith is not a thing it’s the word itself Gods word. It’s why when we receive faith it can o my come from his word brother

“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”
‭‭Romans‬ ‭10:17‬ ‭KJV‬‬

faith comes when you hear the gospel because it’s gods word sent to all
Of us it’s the same power in his word now as it was w he he spoke light or spoke to Moses and Moses heard and obeyed

Do you understand what I’m saying ? God has to say something like this

“And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.”
‭‭Mark‬ ‭16:15-16‬ ‭KJV‬‬

That is just like the word of light he spoke or when he spoke to Moses and Moses believes and lifted his hand the result is already sure but we have to hear what he really said we can’t just say I believe Jesus exists now I have faith his words that he sent to all people promising salvation are the same powerful words to create what he said

“ whoever believes and is baptized shall be saved “……..and it will
Be so

That’s the principle of faith god has to speak something to you ( the gospel is for all creatures of the world ) and you have to believe it and act upon it because you heard what he said lole
Moses moses didn’t complain that lifting his hand was a work he believed and so he acted that’s faith hear what god said och is the beginning and source of faith gods word is faith itself the power of faith in his word is what moves and creates things that’s why I quoted this part

“And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in God. For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.”
‭‭Mark‬ ‭11:22-23‬ ‭KJV‬‬

but let’s not start being “ snarky “ lol and then whine when someone replies in kind though laugh about it if you want to argue and bicker don’t whine when you start insulting people and they don’t offer a whole lot of respect on return that’s just a bad look . I don’t start insulting and arguing with any of you you seem to find a lot of fault with my grammar or how I write , but that doesn’t mean anything to me it’s not me th ats offended inthink
It’s silly it’s like if I demanded you write just like i do or if not you owe me some repentance because I’m offended now

How someone writes doesn’t matter to
Me so it’s irrelevant to me I care about what’s bieng said . But honestly the bickering is childish to me . If you don’t like my posts find posts you like I pretty much avoid most that I don’t like lol seems a simple thing to just move on and avoid silly arguments
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Most of my responses have been about faith, addressing your posts on the subject. I commented on your lack of punctuation because the lack makes your meaning uncertain. Punctuation is helpful, whether you choose to use it or not.

As to your position, I maintain that Scripture does not say anywhere that God exercises faith when He speaks. I further maintain that in order for Him to do so, He would have to be subject to a higher power, which of course He is not.

So, on two counts, I consider your position on that matter incorrect. I haven't addressed any of your other points.
 
Pilgrimshope

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Wansvic said:
Gotta say you are a real piece of work. Sadly with your attitude you're going to miss out on some great insight.
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If you look at it right ……it’s actually comical in a twisted sort of way what I mean is we come to a Bible discussion forum …….to argue about whether someone uses proper grammar . 😆 it seems first like a real waste of resources and our time , but also just shows our carnality to anyone who really knows any scripture at all and let’s it sink in 😂😂

i don’t know but I really find it funny sometimes I think when anyone begins a post I sort of bet to myself “ by the fourth post it will be all our war full I. Name callin and insulting lol

i often only read the original post and just skip reading or participating any conversation these days because of just the mental and spiritual drain it offers . It could be I’m an old worn out goat and tired to begin with I’m not too sure I did wake up before the chickens this morning so I think that’s a sign of some sort of Insanity. “Old fool over and out kshhhhhk “
 
Pilgrimshope

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Dino246 said:
Most of my responses have been about faith, addressing your posts on the subject. I commented on your lack of punctuation because the lack makes your meaning uncertain. Punctuation is helpful, whether you choose to use it or not.

As to your position, I maintain that Scripture does not say anywhere that God exercises faith when He speaks. I further maintain that in order for Him to do so, He would have to be subject to a higher power, which of course He is not.

So, on two counts, I consider your position on that matter incorrect. I haven't addressed any of your other points.
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let me say here

“So, on two counts, I consider your position on that matter incorrect. I haven't addressed any of your other points.”

Amy response to tbat is okay I respect your consideration that I’m wrong I. Whatever points you’ve concluded there . I’m not interested In Arguing about it I can live with you disagreeing and even having a different perspective I’m aye okay with that I still believe what I said but I’m okay that you don’t

“Most of my responses have been about faith, addressing your posts on the subject. I commented on your lack of punctuation because the lack makes your meaning uncertain. Punctuation is helpful, whether you choose to use it or not. “

to this part ……I can’t believe we’re still here but wasn’t what you said rether snarky before my snarky response to your snarky comment probably to something snarky I or another said before that 😂😂

or maybe it’s just silliness to begin with for anyone to insist another person writes on a public forum up to your own standards I mean if this was literature class that’s great or a forum for I proving our grammar amen let’s go there . , but seventy year olds already got all the grammar lessons in life they’ll ever have any use for in this world about thirty to fifty years ago brother . They don’t come to Bible forums for grammar lessons they come to discuss the Bible ad best they can with others who do that also not to bicker about capitals and grammar that’s not in my realm of taking seriously it makes me giggle (and snark I guess lol )

Lol you know the old really old dogs dont learn new tricks adage ? Well I doubt this is coming off as I’m intending sort of humorous but also trying to make the point I’m in absolutely no way interested in nor have I come to a forum to discuss the Bible looking for any grammar lessons , or for anyone to perceive personal insults because I choose to capitalize some things in my own posts ….to me that’s just hysterically ridiculous but , maybe I’m an old coot that just set in his stubborn ways …..or maybe I have a few valid points in my disorganized rantings who knows ? I don’t I’m lucky to remember all my pills this mornin so I just really think it’s a little too much for me myself to give two hoots about whether someone has good grammar or uses capital letters when they write thier posts in a public forum

that’s just to this plain ole fool , a ridiculous and erroneous use of time my time and anyone else’s involved in such things here. that’s how I feel about any complaints about how I write of what my grammar is like.

I do t really know how else to communicate but being straight forward it’s in now way meant to insult you or anyone else but if you say something to me like you said sometimes I’m probably going to respond like I did regarding the snarkiness of snarks we both committed here that terrible yesterday brother

luckily by the law of typing we only have to have our pinky fingers removed ………this time . 😂 for the grammar though I also lose one thumb so I’m just saying if it matters to you I respect that but I’m not going to learn any grammar lol too many gray hairs well white at this point my brain ain’t willing no offense so if that matters and really bothers you , I’m not the best person to discuss the Bible with here try with the other person here who requires grammar and no capitalization maybe you’d find a good biblical relationship based upon grammar I honestly dont know but me ?????

I’m lost to the grammar redemption deal so that’s never going to go anywhere like getting a mule to move just as he lays down just wasting g time and effort I’m a rock at this point lol 😂
 
Pilgrimshope

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Bruce_Leiter said:
Your interpretation of Hebrews 11:1 stopped me from reading. .
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a well you probably should have read more than one sentance because this

“It wasn't God's faith about his creative work, but it was our faith that enables us to believe in our Creator”

Is not addressing anything I said in the post you’re responding to I didn’t say it was about this

“It wasn't God's faith about his creative work,”

and I didnt even address this subject

but it was our faith that enables us to believe in our Creator”

aid we want to argue at least read what the person is saying before you conclude lol this post I think has a good point in it but what you wrote doesn’t address anything I’m saying in it so I can’t really argue with you because it doesn’t really touch on anything I said I agree it was never about gods faith in his created work”

You may have notnunderrrood what I’m saying because you didn’t read but a sentence or two lol sorry to laugh but darn it it strikes me as funny
 
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notmyown said:
Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. (1 Pet 4:8)

Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. (Eph 4:32)

please don't think i mean to be critical of anyone... i'm the last person with a right to do that.
these are simply verses the Lord has reminded me of when i'm being a crotchety, cantankerous old woman.

He's so faithful.
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He sure is !! Always in all ways !
 
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