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Love - Do it

Mr. Friscus

Mr. Friscus

Governor
As a Christian, it's my duty to show love and give love to others throughout my day, passing on the love God gives me...

Whether you believe or not, that's what a Christian should attempt to do. Granted, I'm not perfect, I have my days. But, it's a good goal to have.

Showing love isn't exclusive to Christianity, no doubt. However, from my experience on this earth, it's just less likely to happen.

So whether you are a believer who needs a kick in the pants, or a non-believer who wants to love their fellow man... get out there and do it!!!
 
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Most republicon "Christians" I read on here would be the first in line to hammer the nails in when He returns. Jack would tell Him to go to Hell when Jesus tells him to "If thou wilt be perfect, go and sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come and follow me."
 
Wow, this thread is getting off the hinges already...

First off, Gaffer, quit trolling threads with images that have nothing to do with the subject matter.. please?

Second.. Jammer, Christians believe that all humans would have and did nail Jesus to the cross.

Third, JackDallas, quit filling the thread with trashy insults..

I'm surprised a post about loving others would get so much cynicism at all... weird people on the internet these days.
 
Nice post, Mr. Friscus.
To add to that --
Love isn't being a doormat. It can be standing up for what is right, what is good, what is true even in the face of battering.

I will be first to admit that sometimes while speaking truth (as much as I know it) I can get a little harsh. And I hate it when that happens. But in a world of imperfections, it does. I call things as I see them and sometimes it's a little blunt. Imperfection.

Love is also forgiveness and although we might forgive, sometimes it comes after lashing out. That too is imperfect. I can say that every harsh word that has been hurled at me has been forgiven and every harsh word that will be aimed at me and in the future be hurled.......has already been forgiven by me. I say that not because I think I am perfect. I know I"m not. Not even close. But I also know my heart and forgiveness is there. It is part of me.

Jen
 
Mr. Friscus said:
Wow, this thread is getting off the hinges already...

First off, Gaffer, quit trolling threads with images that have nothing to do with the subject matter.. please?

Second.. Jammer, Christians believe that all humans would have and did nail Jesus to the cross.

Third, JackDallas, quit filling the thread with trashy insults..

I'm surprised a post about loving others would get so much cynicism at all... weird people on the internet these days.
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"...weird people on the internet these days."

You've just noticed that???

They've been there all along. They just feel entitled to be complete [Unwelcome language removed] now... because everyone else is. (Would you jump off a bridge if "everyone else" was? The standard modern answer to that question appears to be "Hell, friggin', YEAH!", and hope that it ends up on tv.)

Good luck with the loving, there, Mr. Friscus (with a name like that, I may be forced to think of you as Mr. Frisky...and giggle every time I see your nic...)
 
You're right, it was a silly thing to actually write.. internet people represent so small of the population, but are used to label the ENTIRE population...

However, thanks for stopping by. I wasn't as successful in being the glowing ray of sunshine I wish I could honestly portray at all times... at least today. Tomorrow is another day though, at least provided it arrives.
 
There wasn't anything wrong with your post here, Mr Friscus. We come here to express our thoughts but we do have to be prepared for negative responses because no matter what the post, there will be negative response for it.

Mr. Friscus said:
You're right, it was a silly thing to actually write.. internet people represent so small of the population, but are used to label the ENTIRE population...

However, thanks for stopping by. I wasn't as successful in being the glowing ray of sunshine I wish I could honestly portray at all times... at least today. Tomorrow is another day though, at least provided it arrives.
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Showing love isn't exclusive to Christianity, no doubt. However, from my experience on this earth, it's just less likely to happen.
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I certainly can't argue against love. That said, your experience might well be a result of your personal circumstances, rather than of the religious beliefs of the people with whom you have been acquainted.
 
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I certainly can't argue against love. That said, your experience might well be a result of your personal circumstances, rather than of the religious beliefs of the people with whom you have been acquainted.
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might or might not.. we can't separate ourselves from our circumstances, so we'll never know.

I do know from my observation and hearsay that the concept of "love" is taught much more in religious institutions and families more than secular ones. It's no knock on anyone, and no wonder why.
 
Mr. Friscus said:
might or might not.. we can't separate ourselves from our circumstances, so we'll never know.

I do know from my observation and hearsay that the concept of "love" is taught much more in religious institutions and families more than secular ones. It's no knock on anyone, and no wonder why.
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Are we discussing Christians, or are we discussing "religious people"? I'm not sure that I understand the scope of the topic?
 
@MrFricus' OP: how do you define "love"? I will offer choosing the good of the other (the beloved), even when it is difficult, as a jumping off point.
 
nfp guy said:
@MrFricus' OP: how do you define "love"? I will offer choosing the good of the other (the beloved), even when it is difficult, as a jumping off point.
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Love? Well, all you need is love... love is all you need.. right? LOL

I've heard the question of "What is Love" before, followed by the cry "Baby don't hurt me, don't hurt me, no more..."

Okay, enough with the song lyrics.

I would define Love as kindness, expressing a concern about others through your words and actions. People can always put on a charade of words and tones, but actions usually don't follow.
 
IDK, Mr. Friscus. Was it kindness that Christ was exhibiting when He was on the cross? On one level, I guess you can make that case, but I don't think that is the best way of putting it. I agree that love involves actions, not just words; I will further claim that love is a decision, an act of the will. While feelings and emotions play a part in that, it is not just feelings or emotions.
 
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