01/24/19 YOU DON'T WANT TO TRADE CURSES WITH GOD

01/24/19 YOU DON'T WANT TO TRADE CURSES WITH GOD

On one of the FB fishing groups I joined a person posted God's name in a curse. By the time I saw it (12 hours after it was posted), someone had already expressed their unhappiness, because children might see it. The offender apologized and said he would not do it again.

Still, he did not edit or delete the profane post. I looked for a way to notify the admin but I had difficulty making contact. I decided to HIDE the post. I also said something to the offender. I was nice, but clear concerning my disappointment.

After hiding it I could not see new comments, which was fine. Then I started getting notifications. People were responding to my comment. I checked it out and it was not pleasant or civil. That was fine too. I simply left the group. I don't mind an argument or confrontation, but some things are not worth the trouble. I have had enough of those times that I know what to expect.

Here is my point. They were better off with me in the group. I did not go in there preaching or correcting folks, until they used God's name. Even then I did not abuse anyone.

I say they were better off with me as a member because it is always to societies advantage to have God represented. Once God is edged out, there is no hope for that segment of society, including governments. Also it is sometimes to the believer's advantage to leave a situation. Yes, we are salt and light, but we are sent to do God's bidding, not our own.