The thread "Thoughts on apologetics and theological discussions" was shut down because it veered off into theological discussion. This made me wonder: is there a place in this forum to have theological discussions? I looked across the landscape (https://community.logos.com/forums/?ssi=0) and I couldn't find one.
It is possible that Faithlife doesn't want to allow theological discussions. And they have a right to do what they want. But I think it can be a win-win for all.
Faithlife can stand to benefit because people will bring up resources that make their point. This might make participants want to buy the resources that are spotlighted.
There is no need for forum MVPs to waste their time to make sure people stick to non-theological issues because this "new" forum is meant for theological debates.
People will have fun getting to learn different points of view. I know my views have changed dramatically over the last few years. One of my colleagues is a dyed-in-the-wool Catholic and I can see the logic behind some rituals, which many Protestants will protest against. As a researcher, I am open to changing my views as long as people back it up with Bible verses and logic (which ultimately is from God too). God knows that we all have blind spots and gaps in our theology.
