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1. Be aware of forum Categories. We offer
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views, beliefs and ideas. We also have a few forums for BAPTISTS
and all other CHRISTIANS, with pertinent topics that relate to
everyone.
2. Use discretion when posting.Not all topics are beneficial or edifying to the board. Topics and/or posts that would condone racism, every form of greed, selfishness, and vice, and all forms of sexual immorality, including but not limited to adultery, homosexuality, and pornography are strictly prohibited. In addition, topics and/or posts that seek to promote clearly unscriptural and controversial social and moral positions, such as abortion, are prohibited as well. The official position of The Baptist Board is that life begins at conception. Opinions, stated as fact, that would contradict the board's position on this issue will be edited or deleted entirely. The decision to deem a thread or post inappropriate will remain at the discretion of the Webmaster or his designee. Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ.
3. Show grace to the other posters. When someone disagrees
with you, discuss it; but be slow to offend, and eager to get
into the Word and find the answers. Remember, when discussing
passionate issues, it is easy to go too far and offend. Further,
if we are "earnestly contending for the faith" it would
be unrealistic not to expect at times to be misunderstood or
even ridiculed. But please note that your words can sometimes
be harsh if used in the wrong way. The anger of man worketh not
the righteousness of God.
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Unbelievers visit this site as well and when they see anger toward
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on us as a whole. Please be sensitive to this issue. Golden
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