A lack of Christian zeal is in many ways why we are in the state we have found ourselves in the 21st century.
Tolerance is all good and well, but when the faith itself is being slandered and attacked from outside, we are called to defend it.
Yep
The "OPEN" threads are clearly labeled...
"Open threads are a town square. Antagonism though not encouraged, should be expected
Posters may argue for or against beliefs of any kind. They may tear down others beliefs. They may ridicule.
Like the Smoky Backroom, the conversation may be offensive to some."
The constant expectation of seeing "closed" thread rules governing "open" threads leads to threads labeled On intemperate and indiscreet zeal. (The Primary Fault of many Religion Forum posters) when in fact the primary fault may instead be that of an incomplete understanding of or unwillingness to abide by forum rules.
Expect an Executive Order from Obama demanding more "Kumbaya" in all things, but I will wait for the Executive Order from Jim Robinson before I begin to censor myself on FR to suit those who proselytize for it.