@Mepaynl (2/2) Considering the weight Paul gave in his instructions regarding the Lord's Supper in 1st Corinthians, it definitely makes applause in this context seem highly inappropriate.
@Mepaynl (1/2) Love this! I recently learned that prior to roughly 1500 the bread and wine was central in the church, not a podium. I.e the main focus on a Sunday was to commune with the holy living God, not hear a sermon. (However I'm not saying both can't be true simultaneously).
@kaytoxik Also yes, it can be mentally taxing to only thrust yourself into conversations with people of opposing values. There is definitely value, affirmation, and rest that can be found when you surround yourself with people of similar views.
Been seeing a lot of, "if you don't agree, unfriend me" today. We need more, "if you don't agree, let's have a civil discussion." Some might say that's a lost art form ๐คทโโ๏ธ
@kaytoxik For sure! I get that. Conversations where neither side is trying to prove they are right and both sides are trying to listen and understand the other's perspective can be profound and productive. Also, I hope you are well!
@intrepidlyken But you make an excellent point that many probably have the presupposition that if I'm not pro-choice, there may be a good chance I'm a fundamentalist right-wing, hard-truth-telling, close minded Christian whom having a discussion with would be unpleasant.
@intrepidlyken True. I agree with all of this, and to be honest I'm not really wanting to discuss the issue of roe v wade through a biblical worldview (unless of course I'm engaging with another Christian and are debating theology).