Dr. Tim wrote:
Well, John, thanks for showing your true colors and proving my point. In one post you say, and I quote, “Whenever the Diotrophean spirit manifests itself on the forum, it will inevitably accuse others, because it is in its own interest to do so.” And what do you do in the very next post? Why, accuse others, of course. You are such a blind hypocrite that I suppose you can’t see that you yourself are guilty of the very thing you charge me with. Anyway, slash on, John Quixote. Your little rubber sword can’t do any damage. I have things to do, and they don’t include chasing after fleas, so you’ll just have to carry on the best you can all by yourself. Adios, amoeba.

Dr. Tim wrote:
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Going to ring off for now and go find some sinners to psychologically manipulate with the Bible. 😅

The gospel is the gospel of God's marvellous grace. It is an irresistible grace, and it is amazing grace. And it is for the whole world to hear, and the elect to respond to. The gospel is God calling his elect.

Romans 8:30 KJV
(30)  Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he also justified: and whom he justified, them he also glorified.

Born again wrote:
Why are so many Christian leaders/pastors referencing below verse in Roman's 13 to justify submission to tyrannical rule. What happens if the leaders are turning good for evil and evil for good becoming a terror, ignoring Constitutions that protect freedoms, legalizing perversion,murder of babies and other abominable sins while making it a criminal offence to even say as such. Would we have a New Testament today in our own language if there wasn't a resistance and opposition to wicked rulers by Godly men who feared God more than men.
Roman's 13 1 Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.
2 Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation.
3 For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:
4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil.

Adriel wrote:
Absolutely John.
I met some of the Chinese folks when I worked abroad. And yes God overcomes the millions of sinners the Remnant are surrounded by.
Why just look at that dark satanic lot you have all round you — Satan is definitely the real prince of England.
But the Lord helps His servants to persevere in this fallen world. Without His help we would be sunk. Deep.
Our Chinese brothers are in an extremely difficult situation, with communist ideology hostile and opposed to all Christian evidence in societies.
This is part of the battle the spiritual battle which God provides the armour for and the weapons of our warfare. In the U.K. we have an “easier” time of it. But China and other parts of the world show us a possible future fighting in a country with Overwhelming satanic ‘isms.
Praise be to God for our relatively peaceful existence for now.
But what does the future hold for the growing ‘isms around today?
But God will overcome.
God Bless.

Dr. Tim wrote:
You can preach it, John, but it’s obvious you can’t practice it. I make a motion that we rename the site John D. (as in Diotrophes) Lee Audio. That way you can have your imperious way without having to deal with us peons.

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Adriel, you got this one taped.

The Lord looks on, seeing all things, hearing all things, even secret things spoken in secret, and knows all that is in the human heart, all the secrets lurking there; he knows the past, the present, the future; he knows those who are his, and he knows who they are who are not his; he knows his friends and he knows his enemies; he knows the edifiers and he knows the destroyers; he knows those who love and he knows those who hate.

Watcher wrote:
Let me be the first to say, "Bless you brother."

Adriel wrote:
May the Lord Bless and be with His witness in China.
Amen.

Dr. Tim wrote:
Oho, John Quixote delivers a death blow to the windmill of Yee Ha-ism, a dragon that he alone can perceive! His mum must think him so very dear, running about in his knee-length trousers and challenging floor lamps to a sword fight. Ah, to be such a man, a legend in his own mind. Cheerio, Gasbag. I may not tarry thus with thee.

The advice of Jesus to those who suffer persecution and hatred, from those who come on the forum merely to argue and upset, despite the fact that they are actually being loved and spoken to by God through his people, is most helpful.

Luke 6:23 KJV
(23)  Rejoice ye in that day, and leap for joy: for, behold, your reward is great in heaven: for in the like manner did their fathers unto the prophets.

Dr. Tim wrote:
Thanks for the laughs...

Tim, I have noticed that you regard yourself so highly, that there are none wiser than yourself. And this is how IFB's are. They mock, in the vain hope that others will bow their heads and walk away crying. This is not the way of the Christian.

Sarcasm may have its place in life, but in your case it is a way OF life. You try to laugh your way through a convo, as though it were a game that children play. In this, Watcher is most correct, there is no evidence of maturity in the faith of Christ. Little wonder that the IFB churches are going to the dogs if you are setting the example to any young ones in your congregation.

And instead of evaluating yourself and taking steps to remedy and make improvements, you try to shore up your ego and maintain a high position, laughing as you go, on your way to being a disappointment to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Dr. Tim wrote:
No, John, of course I don’t want anyone to bow down to me. It’s funny that my sarcasm is unacceptable, but your sarcasm, accusations and insults are perfectly all right. But of course that’s because unlike the rest of us, you obey God. Always.

This is what I wish for you, Tim.

Dr. Tim wrote:
Why don’t all the America-hating turkeys display their moral superiority by insisting that their governments refuse to accept American dollars and American volunteers when their own countries are up the creek without a paddle? Better yet, the next time you are threatened with destruction by a Kaiser or a Fuhrer, YOU deal with it. And of course since you, unlike Americans, are eager to be corrected, you will bow down and thank me profusely for my incisive comments, right? Sure.

I greatly believe in freedom of speech. And communists do not believe in freedom of speech.

Did someone say there were reds under the bed? They were correct.

And then there is psychological manipulation, which some produce at times like this, because it works in their weird churches and effectively snuffs out dissent. But it never really works in the real world, especially with folks who believe in loving others and seeking their good.

A bear with a thorn never appreciates help.

With freedom of speech, I am able to say that I have observed some here who give the impression there is no need for them, on any subject or trait of character, to make big improvements, either to their theology or outward working of their theology. Thusly, they reserve the right to harshly disagree with anyone who disagrees with them. In this, they are very much like Muslims, and if you do not turn around and agree with them, you never will be a part of their clique.

It's a bit like gang warfare on the streets of the city.

Frank wrote:
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I would also not use the word extremists, but would simply say practicing Muslims. Someone who studies and believes in the Koran either do these things or support those who do.

Mike wrote:
Better yet, strengthen the immune system. Eat well, drink clean water, wash hands like mum said. Get some fresh air. Exercise as much as able. Yes, avoid crowds as much as practical. Rely less on man’s magical solutions, which are often based on seeing the body as merely a combination of chemicals.

B. McCausland wrote:
The difference is that God's guidelines contribute to the benefit and improvement of societies...

The problem is, how does that work out in practice, say, in the UK?

I ask how, because the majority are not Christian, and therefore they are most unwilling to follow God's guidelines.

As for the ones that are Christians, it is a historical fact that many improvements in society were made by Christians who were following the teaching of Jesus Christ.

Now this is exactly what I am talking about, individuals or groups of Christians benefiting others through charitable works. Call it wealth-sharing if you like. A rich Christian can supply a hundred educational books, another Christian can loan their small building, and another wealthy Christian can give of their time and serve in the newly formed library. But why call that by a manmade name, when it is biblical Christianity for the rich to help the poor?

Starving families can be supported by others who are well off. Yes, biblical and wonderful.