Originally posted by casino_king:
I think by now you know my style. When I ask a question, I
have an ideal answer in mind. I prefer not to give you the answer
because frankly as far as I am concern, you have to work it out for
yourself. Otherwise there will be endless bible studies and endless
hearing of preaching. Do you know what the definition of preaching
is? [b]To say the same thing over and over again
Why would you want to hear the same thing over and over
again?
You have to work it out for yourself. If you like, you give me your
answer and I will tear it apart. If you think that you already have
the answer, then there is no point having this discussion is there?
Unless you are trying to help confused people to clear up their own
minds.
You can ask me questions but please don't ask me back the questions
I asked you in the first place.[/b]
Your approach is not new, most bible study leaders do this,
leading the participants to an answer using a series of questions
(I used this method alot when I am doing it)
but the way you handle things speaks alot about your character as
well as whether a meaningful discussion can take place.
1st you started with an 'ideal' set of answers, which is not wrong
by itself, but by insisting that others conform to it is not only
unfriutful, its unhelpful as well, unless you are saying your
answer is perfect and flawless.
2nd By going around to tear others down is not the way to discuss,
unless you are looking for 'mindless bootlickers' that will only
sought to agree with you, this I am afraid you come to the wrong
place.
3rd By calling resorting to names calling and insults when others
disagree with your pre-concluded 'ideal' answer' is not only
unhelpful in any discussion, its actually creates a barrier between
youself and others, preventing any meaningful conversation to even
take place.
If you still want a meaningful conversation/discussion, stop
calling names and stop seeking to tear others that do not conform
to your ideals down.
good day.
