OFF TOPIC: The 666 Club
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Donovan R. Palmer said:JackCaviness said:
Ah, but your posts provide valuable information.
Yeah, there is a big difference. In fact, I think that if a post is lame, it should subtract -1 from your count.
Let's see, subtract -1 = +1 ? N'est-ce pas?
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Donovan R. Palmer said:
In fact, I think that if a post is lame, it should subtract -1 from your count
Hey, that would get me out of the 666 club [6]
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George Somsel said:
Let's see, subtract -1 = +1 ? N'est-ce pas?
Yeah, as soon as I clicked post I thought that someone would pick up on that, but I was too lazy to change it. My bad.
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Donovan R. Palmer said:George Somsel said:
Let's see, subtract -1 = +1 ? N'est-ce pas?
Yeah, as soon as I clicked post I thought that someone would pick up on that, but I was too lazy to change it. My bad.
It helps keep George alert [:D]
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As we speak, Mark Barnes appears to be trying to earn his place here.
Merry Christmas Mark, I'm assuming that attempting to singlehandedly answer all the questions today is your Christmas gift to us all?
Sarcasm is my love language. Obviously I love you. 0 -
Thomas Black said:
Merry Christmas Mark, I'm assuming that attempting to singlehandedly answer all the questions today is your Christmas gift to us all?
And write documentation, and use Logos 4 for Bible study, and wrap Christmas presents. He's on the job!
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Thomas Black said:
As we speak, Mark Barnes appears to be trying to earn his place here.
Merry Christmas Mark, I'm assuming that attempting to singlehandedly answer all the questions today is your Christmas gift to us all?
He has succeeded
Prov. 15:23
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And I didn't even notice you were talking about me in here! [:$]
This is my personal Faithlife account. On 1 March 2022, I started working for Faithlife, and have a new 'official' user account. Posts on this account shouldn't be taken as official Faithlife views!
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welcome to the most useless club on the forum :-)
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Joe Miller said:
Philip, I thought that was the 1,000 post club?
That's true. I suppose this thread does have some theological backing, granted its complete out of context, but its there.
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Grace & Peace,
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"Can we please drop this wildly Off Topic thread...
These forums exist to discuss Logos Bible Software". quote from Damian
Ted
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Ted Hans said:
"Can we please drop this wildly Off Topic thread...
These forums exist to discuss Logos Bible Software". quote from Damian
Ted
Probably not, but here's to dreaming. Actually I would love to see an "ignore thread" option so that updates to those threads you have marked don't show up when a comment is added.
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Philip Spitzer said:
Probably not, but here's to dreaming. Actually I would love to see an "ignore thread" option so that updates to those threads you have marked don't show up when a comment is added.
I agree with you, that is what i have often done(ignore the thread). I just don't understand why some Logos users & MVP post that we should stick to topic on some thread but on other thread which are equally OT, no reminders are given. I am Just being cheeky[;)]Take care Philip & happy New year.TedDell, studio XPS 7100, Ram 8GB, 64 - bit Operating System, AMD Phenom(mt) IIX6 1055T Processor 2.80 GHZ
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I thought as much brother!Ted Hans said:just don't understand why some Logos users & MVP post that we should stick to topic on some thread but on other thread which are equally OT, no reminders are given. I am Just being cheeky
In all seriousness though, I suppose one reason is that this thread and the "How to Hijack" threads are not divisive like some other threads. So, at least in the minds of some, that is an important difference. I have not posted any "stay on topic" things though, so that is must a wild guess and my 2 pence :-)
Happy New Year my friend!
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Ted Hans said:
"Can we please drop this wildly Off Topic thread...
These forums exist to discuss Logos Bible Software". quote from Damian
Ted
Ted, isn't this statement taken out of context? It was in a thread entitled "Roman Catholic Resources" where the initial post was someone expressed dismay at getting RC resources in a base package. It apparently degenerated into a huge Protestant, Roman Catholic debate (I didn't bother to read most of it, but it was pretty obvious). Damian as a RC priest was probably frustrated with the tenor of the debate; he was right to request its stoppage. The original post talked about the contents of a base package, an appropriate topic. It became a theological debate, not appropriate; forums can become hostile places when sectarian hackles get raised.
This thread, however, exists purely for fun. In a sense it is a meta-discussion of the Logos forum experience where member who make a significant number (both in quantity and memorability [666]) of posts get recognized. Is it off topic, of course. Is it a problem? I doubt it. I've observed that for most posters of volume, it is threads like this that foster a sense of camaraderie and encourages them to keep offering serious help in other threads.
Prov. 15:23
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Ted was just poking fun with some MVPs.Kevin Becker said:Ted, isn't this statement taken out of context?
Blessings.
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Joe Miller said:
Ted was just poking fun with some MVPs.Kevin Becker said:Ted, isn't this statement taken out of context?
Blessings.
Ah, should I have put some smileys in my reasoning [;)]?
Prov. 15:23
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Not at all. As a matter of fact, I share 100% in your reasoning and that is my opinion on the difference as well (see my post to Ted). I was just wanting to affirm that Ted was mostly poking some fun and was not seriously bothered by the "stay on topic" posts.
Happy New Year :-)
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Please note that I am no longer an MVP.
It is precisely because of that other thread that I requested to have my star removed [But, please note that I did not request that the thread be dropped until well after the discussion about Catholics was over].
That thread has left a very bitter taste in my mouth wrt these forums. How anyone in there right mind could think it appropriate to discuss whether Catholics are Christians or whether they preach a "Gospel of Works" on a site dedicated to bible software owned by a company that both employs Catholics and has devoted considerable energy to developing Catholic resources over the last couple of years is absolutely beyond me.
If I want to participate in forums which discuss whether Catholics are Christians or whether they preach a "Gospel of Works", I can find a thousand sites in which such views are frequently espoused, opposed, and defended. Similarly, I have no desire to participate in a forum which discusses the necessity of water baptism or whether Regeneration precedes Faith in the Ordo Salutis.
[Ted, I took your comments in the spirit with which they were offered]
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Ted Hans said:
I just don't understand why some Logos users & MVP post that we should stick to topic on some thread but on other thread which are equally OT, no reminders are given.
Probably because those other threads are basically helpful and off topic post derail someone's train of thought. Besides, as Joe mentioned, off topic posts in those threads tend to become heated discussions (discussions as we Christians never argue). Personally, I have learned much from some of the off-topic discussions.
This thread (and the Hijack thread), on the other hand, are pure fun and games. I find them to be quite entertaining [8-|]
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Joe Miller said:
Philip, I thought that was the 1,000 post club?
Are those also known as the "Millenium bombers"? [;)]
george
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Damian McGrath said:
Please note that I am no longer an MVP.
Damian,
I'm so sorry... For any part I played--in either furthering the discussion or tolerating the inappropriate comments, I ask forgiveness. You've been a real asset to the community, & for one I APPRECIATE you.
Bill
Grace & Peace,
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Ted Hans said:
"Can we please drop this wildly Off Topic thread...
These forums exist to discuss Logos Bible Software". quote from Damian
I don't think Damian objects to this thread. He started it. [;)]
Ted Hans said:Philip Spitzer said:Probably not, but here's to dreaming. Actually I would love to see an "ignore thread" option so that updates to those threads you have marked don't show up when a comment is added.
I agree with you, that is what i have often done(ignore the thread).
Yes, I would love an "Ignore this thread forever" button. I ignore the threads that degenerate into theological bickering, even ones that I sense are headed in that direction. There is absolutely nothing to be gained or given by posting in them. The people that participate vehemently in such arguments are not spiritually mature enough to hear what anybody else is saying no matter how reasonable it is, so it's best to avoid such discussions altogether. Even posting "please stop this" doesn't help. Just leave them to their own devices and pray that they grow more mature in Christ somehow through some other venue. One very rare exception to this I saw yesterday on another site. It was a respectful disagreement between Orthodox, Catholics and Protestants about what constitutes the "true church" -- particularly led by two extremely brilliant rhetoricians with sharp minds and a gift with words and charitable hearts. And guided by what I think are the best guidelines I've ever seen for posting on a Christian forum, or any forum for that matter: http://merecomments.typepad.com/merecomments/2009/04/ground-rules.html. Would that we could all take some of this advice to heart.
Ted Hans said:I just don't understand why some Logos users & MVP post that we should stick to topic on some thread but on other thread which are equally OT, no reminders are given. I am Just being cheeky
Take care Philip & happy New year. Ted Oh, but on the "How to Hijack a Thread" thread, the MVPs are constantly telling everyone to get back on topic, which is the whole point. The topic of the thread is to hijack it in as silly a way possible, so "getting back on topic" means stop following so dern logically from what the previous person was talking about. I think it's a fun way to get all of that punning and silliness out of our systems (this 666 thread and the 1000 club too) so that we can remain focused when we're answering questions on the other threads.
Happy New Year to all, too. 666 --> 6 + 6 + 6 = 18 --> 1 + 8 = 9 ==> 666 ÷ 9 = 74 --> 7 + 4 = 11 --> 1 + 1 = 2 ==> 74 ÷ 2 = 36 --> 3 + 6 = 9, which means ????? (answer below)
Nothing; just being goofy. Happy New Year!
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I noticed that earlier and wondered what was up.Damian McGrath said:It is precisely because of that other thread that I requested to have my star removed
Despite one post basically trying to keep the other thread focused on Logos (I suggested a good diverse library was what Logos was about), I pretty much deleted everything that came in from that one. Had no use for such silliness.
Anyway, as a Southern Baptist Pastor, ordained in the Christian and Missionary Alliance and raised United Methodist and loved by my Russian Orthodox Grandmother, I love you brother and have appreciated our interaction on the forum.
God bless and when the dust settles, come back on as an MVP :-)
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Joe Miller said:
Or you are always welcome to interact with me on my blog
I'm not leaving... (I've been as active, if not more active, since I asked to have my MVP status revoked.
I simply cannot hold a "Valued" position on a forum wherein, because of the lack of clear guidelines about appropriate threads/posts, what I value most (my faith in Jesus Christ lived out in his Body) is denied...
Anyway, I've taken this off-topic thread way off topic...
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Kevin Becker said:
It apparently degenerated into a huge Protestant, Roman Catholic debate (I didn't bother to read most of it, but it was pretty obvious). Damian as a RC priest was probably frustrated with the tenor of the debate; he was right to request its stoppage. The original post talked about the contents of a base package, an appropriate topic. It became a theological debate, not appropriate; forums can become hostile places when sectarian hackles get raised.
I apologize to all of you who were offended by my participation in this thread. My immediate reaction to inflammatory posts is always to try to change the tone before extinguishing the fire. This was achieved with a possible exception of a person or two who do not see the inflammatory nature of their posts. Again, my apologies to all who were offended.
Orthodox Bishop Alfeyev: "To be a theologian means to have experience of a personal encounter with God through prayer and worship."; Orthodox proverb: "We know where the Church is, we do not know where it is not."
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Damian McGrath said:
I'm not leaving... (I've been as active, if not more active, since I asked to have my MVP status revoked.
I simply cannot hold a "Valued" position on a forum wherein, because of the lack of clear guidelines about appropriate threads/posts, what I value most (my faith in Jesus Christ lived out in his Body) is denied...
I'm sorry that you and all the other Roman Catholic brothers and sisters had to endure this...whatever to call it - I really cannot think of a non-inflammatory description, so we'll leave it at that.
Longtime Logos user (more than $30,000 in purchases) - now a second class user because I won't pay them more every month or year.
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My goodness, like Joe said i was only poking fun at MVP's. Why use Damian's quote and not another found on this thread http://community.logos.com/forums/t/8259.aspx because i have always found Damian to be level headed and not likely to sing get a refund! I thought some MVP would see the irony but to be taken seriously as i have been is totally missing the point! Sorry Damain, my attempt at a joke fell flat, no offence to you.
Like i said to Philip i was being cheeky & it says nothing of Damains intervention in another thread.However that said some are quick to say "stay on topic"! Do i care about this "stay on topic" thing? No. I hope i have clarified my position, that said this forum exit to discuss Logos software[;)]
Ted
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Alex Scott said:Damian McGrath said:
I'm not leaving... (I've been as active, if not more active, since I asked to have my MVP status revoked.
I simply cannot hold a "Valued" position on a forum wherein, because of the lack of clear guidelines about appropriate threads/posts, what I value most (my faith in Jesus Christ lived out in his Body) is denied...
I'm sorry that you and all the other Roman Catholic brothers and sisters had to endure this...whatever to call it - I really cannot think of a non-inflammatory description, so we'll leave it at that.
I love having all you Roman Catholic brothers and sisters here, and am saddened that others don't appreciate what a gift you are to us.
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Damian is bowing out of being an MVP? Damian mate as we would say in the UK i am sorry that my actions have been misunderstood and using your quote made it seem i was referencing your intervention which was not the case. I apologise at the way things have turned out - got this one wrong.
I would have penned you a private note had i your email but i don't. I hope you accept my apology. Look at your response so far to me using your quote, calm balance without heat and fire. That was the reason i used your quote instead of someone else who might have read all manner of evil into my comments.
Ted
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Ted, no offence taken. I laughed when I read your quote of me. I resigned as an MVP two days ago, before my intervention in that other thread, and after a couple of days of to and fro emailing.
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Damian McGrath said:
Ted, no offence taken. I laughed when I read your quote of me. I resigned as an MVP two days ago, before my intervention in that other thread, and after a couple of days of to and fro emailing.
I Knew you would laugh really i did. I have enjoyed your post very much & i can say happy New year to you while our American friends are still waiting for it! They still need to catch up with us and the rest of the world. Well, you got into the new year before we down here in the UK.
Every Blessing.
Ted
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MJ. Smith said:
apologize to all of you who were offended by my participation in this thread.
Martha
I only read a few posts of that thread, but from the ones I did read, you are not the one who owes anyone an apology. In fact, you, Damian and the other Catholic posters on these forums have given this IFB a new respect for Catholicism.
Please forgive me for being serious on this insane thread [8-|]
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JackCaviness said:
you, Damian and the other Catholic posters on these forums have given this IFB a new respect for Catholicism.
[Y] +1
Grace & Peace,
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Ted Hans said:
because i have always found Damian to be level headed
Is there another Damian in these Forums I'm not aware of? :-)
Well, I've been very low key in these forums lately and knew nothing about the Thread every ones been talking about. I guess I've only really come on to answer a couple really quick questions and check up on how far these two degenerate threads have degenerated. One of the reasons I support such threads is that it gives a place to get the silliness out so that they are in threads people are looking for help in.
Regardless of whether you have a star under your name or not, please know that you have been a very valuable person on these forums, and I appreciate the comradery we have had. Thanks for all and have a happy new year, which I imagine is already a reality for you there in Aussie land. Still an hour to go here.
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Guys, even though it's much appreciated, I don't really need the forum equivalent of a group hug. I'm quite content with my decision to withdraw as an MVP for the reasons previously stated. And, to repeat, I'm not going anywhere.
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Joe Miller said:
Ted was just poking fun with some MVPs.Kevin Becker said:Ted, isn't this statement taken out of context?
Blessings.
Joe thank you very much it is as you say. I should have used smileys to make clear that i am really not that bothered about the "Stay on Topic" thing nevertheless a big thank you for getting it and for your timely intervention in clearing things up.[Y] I was beginning to wonder how did i get myself into this - a joke gone wrong. I appreciate your comments brother.
Ted
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Ted Hans said:
Joe thank you very much it is as you say. I should have used smileys to make clear that i am really not that bothered about the "Stay on Topic" thing nevertheless a big thank you for getting it and for your timely intervention in clearing things up.
I was beginning to wonder how did i get myself into this - a joke gone wrong. I appreciate your comments brother.Ted
[:$] Ted, sorry for taking you seriously! I failed to appreciate your recontextualization of Damian's other post.
Well, no more serious talk in this thread... it's off topic! Now off to try to join this silly club someday....
Prov. 15:23
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Damian McGrath said:
Guys, even though it's much appreciated, I don't really need the forum equivalent of a group hug.
Fine...jerk :-)
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Philip Spitzer said:
Fine...jerk :-)
I couldn't fail to disagree with you less! [^o)] (Well, more or less, anyway. Or was it more? Or less?) [;)]
Grace & Peace,
Bill
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If you order anything from Logos in the next few days or so, your order number will make you automatically eligible for the 666 Club:
And some lucky soul who's the 600th next purchaser will be order number 666666. Oh my!
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