February Thought

 I have learned many many years ago, because I am willing to question mainstream theological thinking and to examine the liberal views fairly and without condemning them immediately the same as I examine the conservative views fairly. I find that I become condemned, judged, and attacked. Most times I take it in stride as I prefer to have an esoteric view before I decide anything theologically. Of the five different theological forums, I spend some time on, few are very accepting of my views.  I have learned to chose my battles and my points to wade into arguments on carefully. Most times I would rather calm them down and try to get the combatants back to a civil debate. All that said, there are a few that prefer to come in yelling and pointing fingers from moment one.