Saturday, 09 August 2008
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Strong Feelings About Revelife
I guess I'm finally making my move concerning Revelife. The only reason it has taken this long is because I don't spend a lot of time on my computer, and I had a few loose ends I wanted to tie up before I slam the door on the way out. I've read a number of other blogs from folks who feel the same way. It seems that I'm not alone in seeing things this way.
I was very excited about Revelife when I first came over to it. It comes off at first as a place for people to discuss issues of the Christian faith, but it seems most are just here just for the fight, or to spout their own opinions, no matter how ignorant. What's with the non-Christian antagonists? Is this actually an anti-Christian flame commuity under the guise of a "Christian community", a wolf in sheep's clothing? It frequently seems that way. Maybe that's why Revelife calls themselves "an online community about God, Love and the Christian Lifestyle." It's merely about those things, but not necessarily by, for, or even favorable toward them.
I really don't like the way Revelife present it's chosen questions, or how it seems to choose articles to spotlight that are controversial. It almost seems like they are promoting strife and confusion. It'd be better for them if a millstone was hung around their necks if that's the case. They have much to be accountable for. I can only hope it's their ignorance, and not their intention.
You'd think we were getting ready to vote on what's in the Bible around here! As I recall, the Bible is NOT "we, the people", but "I, the King", and His word stands no matter how any of these folks feel, or what they think, poll or no poll. There are absolutes, kiddies, and real consequences if you ignore them. People had better wake up and smell the coffee. The Bible tells of what befalls people who are not obedient, and He's probably not going to amend the Laws because of anyone's opinions, or little ol'feelings.
Then, once they ask these "loaded" questions, all the ignorant folks chime in with how they "feel" and what they "think" and rarely mention what scripture says about it. If they do they'll tell you what they think that scripture really means. Sheesh! I'm tired of it. I'm going to get out of here. It's a really, really bad witness, and I just do not want to be associated with it anymore. I'm so irritated about it that I'm not even keeping my Xanga. They are the parent site, after all, and should be held accountable.
If by some chance this really is meant to be a Christian site, I think that might even be worse! No, it's not a crime to be uneducated, but it is a Christian's reasonable service to educate himself, study, and show himself approved, and I'd think it prudent to keep silent (as far as spouting their lack of education) until they actually come to know things that warrant saying! At least learn how to say the words, "I don't know yet, I'll get back to you on that after I see what God says." Ignorance, on the other hand, probably should be a crime. Learn the Truth. It's right there in your Bible. Open it up and read! Feelings and opinions are all most of these folks offer up. Ick!
Don't these people realize there's an unbelieving world looking in? No wonder people don't want any part of the Christian God. According to these people's witness, He's no different than the gods of this world. I don't think I would have anything to do with Him either if that's all I had to go on.
Thank God that's not all we have to go on.
This is my first experience with open, on-line, Christian communities, and it's a bad one. If this is typical, I'll just stick with the sites I was using before. They weren't Christian, but they were much more civil, and when I was challenged, it was generally by intelligent people who actually had, and could make a point, or a serious question out of some kind of genuine interest in what my answer might be. My blogs, comments and personal opinions are not always there for others to argue with, and they are certainly not posted just for some kind of juvenile attack. My convictions are my own, and to quote my husband, they are not for sale.
No, Revelife is not for me.
Good morning, good afternoon, and, in case I don't see you again... goodnight.
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Comments (12)
I've really backed off on my Revelife contributions because I feel like antagonistic Christians, or even worse antagonistic non-Christians, seem to want to attack people who respond to these articles. Also, the last week or so, I haven't really seen anything of real substance on the main blog- I could care less about Joel Osteen's wife being sued, I wasn't on the plain, how am I supposed to chime in on what happened? At the same time, a Christians-only forum would just be a source of constant anger to Atheists, and make us look elitist.
@shedinator@xanga - You're a bright guy. I'm glad to have met you here. I'll probably stay in my Xanga for a little longer... I have more invested over there, more to weed through. I'll try to add you over there before I close up my Revelife. Do you have any other blog sites? Myspace, Word Press, 360, anything? I loved my Xanga best, but Revelife soured me on the whole thing, so I'm going to get plum out. Bummer.
I'm way too old to have been so completely duped going into Revelife. I'd never been involved in a Christian site, and I thought it would be nice, like...fellowship, and all the nice things that should have been there, but weren't. I wont make the same mistake twice. I've been harassed a few times before, and just blocked the poster. I got nailed BAD about a comment I left on the Osteen thing, by both Christians and non-Christians. Some really ugly stuff. It doesn't surprise me, and I'm not upset... they're unimportant, but I really don't have time nor inclination to deal with it. And I just don't want to be associated with Revelife at all. It's more to do with the over all "community" than the people in it.
@shedinator@xanga - ...although the people in it are pretty hard to take, too.
I agree with you too. Its also (totally not a good thing) kinda addicting... though I don't comment often... and it is sad to see how many people tolerate certain things... (ie Sex and the City)... that's how it was for me on the Facebook groups that had discussions... instead of uplifting, it was very discouraging for me to read... full of (like you said) opinions and very little scripture. Or scripture to try and back up things that were def not of God (ie homosexuality.. etc).
of course you were nailed about the osteen comment...
ppl like the guy too much for their own theological good... Christianity has become this fickle thing where ear-ticklers matter more than scriptural truth... and letting God lead ppl to do the right thing based on His Word...
they don't like it when ppl judge them... when in fact Biblically we are suppsed to judge each other...
I came across your site because of someone recommending you.
Allow me to say that I am sorry you had bad experince with Revelife. So far I have not had any problems with it, I guess because I don't normally comment on anything and get nagged back at about it.
I do wish that you will continue, though, not for the sake of people but for the sake of God. Maybe there are people you could reach out to in many different ways .. I am not sure if this is Revelife site or Xanga, because I am not seeing any difference at the moment, though I gonna guess it is obviously the Revelife.
See, I have switched over to Revelife from Xanga for a while now. I found comfort and sense of belonging, not because of people's opinion but because I am a real human being with normal CRAPS going on in my life and still I am Christian.
I love to be able to get attention and have comments, whether or not they are good or bad, people's point of view, or based on the bible... but you do have a point. It is best that people share their opinion based on what God explained to them. Based on how they understood what God stand on the things we say or think, do or feel.
I plan to update about the word, "Hate".. Because, see I am a Christian girl and I got a lot of hate going on lately that I am just basically pissed. And I cuss a lot. I am not perfect... and I know I never will.
However, once again, I am sorry for the bad experince you have with Revelife... I would be interest in reading your Xanga, if it isn't usually any different between the two you involve with. I cannot apologized for anyone else's action and choice of words on for what they have done to you.
Actually, shame on them for screwing you, giving you bad experince. I have not once yet experince anything that makes me want to resign. I have been a member of Xanga for a long time and I have not had much of bad experince either there... until one lady bashed me in about my motherhood, saying I sucked at it.
Otherwise that was the only time I have been bashed at, put down and whatnot... Guess it is all about choice of involvement...
Take care and do keep up with great writing and hopefully maybe the bad experince will go away..
I completely understand. Wish you weren't leaving Xanga but I get that too.
I like your post, I had posted one a lot like it earlier this month, and it seems like Revelife is getting a lot of flack. I didn't make the switch,and thank goodness... I don't really read revelife for the posts or the blogs anymore, but I have met a lot of strong christians through the site. It just takes extra digging. Ignore the comments, and pray for the people who left them... I hope you don't leave revelife or xanga for that matter, especially if it has been a source of pleasure up to your revelife pains.
I have not used my revelife account for a while.
I must say I agree with you on several points you made, but most of them are not new to me. I recently joined Revelife (just yesterday, actually) and am more than excited about it..even with all of the issues you mentioned. All problems but the featured posts on the main page I'm used to. I have frequented a couple Christian communities (message boards), and got to the point of modding one a bit ago. This stuff goes on anywhere that is Christian. I have yet to see a completely civil grouping of Christians online who don't spend half of the time arguing about doctrines and such.
It's sad, it's a poor witness, but it's also a fact of life nowadays it seems. What appeals to me about this place is that it's at least more private than a message board. I can express my thoughts and feelings and monitor what kind of feedback I delete or don't delete. That's a lot harder, even as a mod, in a message board community.
Plus, if all of the good Christians..the ones who are actually genuinely here to share Christ and love, without the arguing and flaming...leave, then what is left? A community that is all of the negative. I'd rather be on of the few good witnesses, with the hopes God can direct someone to my page rather than one of the others.
Am I trying to act better than anyone? No, we've all got our issues..But I know my motives are pure and God focussed, so I'd rather spread that influence around than hide it.
Nonetheless, I sympathize with you. Trust me. You shoulda seen some of what I've seen in the other communities!
Blessings and love,
Sarah
It is a shame that you will be leaving revelife and xanga. You have a firm and educated understanding of Christianity and there is a lot you could be accomplishing with your straight shooting entries. I knew from the moment Revelife was opened that most true Christians would become targets of the nominal believers and (of course) non-believers. You are definately a light in a dark age. Sorry you are leaving; I would have liked to know you better. Walk with Christ. Kat
Wow. I totally missed that. I am really sorry that you got flamed. I mean, you have been a mentor to me... proof that there is something worth fighting for, worth believing in. You've given me hope that these trials may be fleeting and not permanent. I will miss you if you decide to leave xanga entirely, but I will understand.
I am gonna post this on your xanga too.