Recent content by David's Sling

I second that as well. We don't know for sure, but I doubt their existence. There is no contradiction to it (or confirmation) in the Bible, but the evidence found to this point is lacking.

Very compelling arguments on both sides. A Christian can be defined quite simply: a person in whom dwells the Holy Spirit. This is the (albeit physically invisible) mark of a believer in Christ. After we accept Christ's work and submit to Him, the comforter comes into our hearts to guide us...

I personally think that a large amount of time may have passed between the creation of the universe (heavens and earth) and God's shaping of the earth into a home for man as seen in Genesis 1. There is no proof of this, but it fits well with modern scientific discovery and, most importantly...

Context IS quite important when studying scripture. It should not be brushed aside in favor of "trusting in god" or spiritual leanings. Without context, misguided feelings of spirituality can distort the meaning of God's Word into something profane. I have seen churches tear themselves apart...

We now have a new "Prayer Drop Box" where you can send your prayer requests knowing they will be received and acted upon with diligence. If you have a special prayer need, please email it to "cgaprayer @ gmail .com" <!> <!> Also, we are asking for volunteers to help pray for needs as they...

I have to concur with RyanB on this. There is not nearly enough evidence based on one phrase of scripture, with no supporting context or ANY other references to such. I am not saying that there is not life elsewhere, but your argument is not compelling in the least. I personally BELIEVE that...

If anyone is interested in joining the closed beta for Cryptic Studios' upcoming MMO "Champions Online", pm me your email address and I will add it to the list. Only 50 spots are available, if I end up getting too many pms I will go with the first 50.

If anyone is interested in joining the closed beta for Cryptic Studios' upcoming MMO "Champions Online", pm me your email address and I will add it to the list. Only 50 spots are available, if I end up getting too many pms I will go with the first 50.

One thing to keep in mind, though, is that the word "X-Mas" is not "xing out Christ." In this instance the X is, in fact, a Greek abbreviation for cross or Christ. Most people do not realize this, and the confusion is understandable, but never jump down anyone's throat about it, especially...

Also keep in mind that faith should not be blind. It has substance and reason behind it. We do not need "absolute proof," otherwise it would not be faith, but we do have a reason for what we have faith in. The truth is that the Bible just makes sense - logically and practically - in light of the...

UPDATE! Due to real-life circumstances, I have recently discovered that I will be out of town, leaving me unable to attend the Bible Study this coming Monday. So, the conclusion of "Is there Meaning in Evil and Suffering" and the next lesson, "A Fish out of Water," have both been moved to...

After reviewing the last two sections of the lesson we did last Monday, "Is There Meaning In Evil And Suffering?", I have concluded that they would not make much sense unless you had been here for the first two. So, I now invite everyone that came last week to join me for the conclusion at 7:30...

Well, it looks like EVERYONE is going for them. :( Ah, well, I'll just slowly accumulate them. The minis are still available, if anyone wants them. They are locked in my closet and could use a good home. [edit]... I also have a few others I may be able to part with, but those are all dedicated.

I would double-check your firewall. If it tries to block or examine the updater it will slow things WAY down, or even stop them completely. I usually disable my firewall during an update, and that seems to help the download speed. Though, that may just be the horribad nature of... NORTON...

It is a nasty update when you download everything for the first time. It isn't nearly as bad for regular patches, though some major "issues" (free large game-altering updates, not issues as in problems) can take a while. I was also getting ~800 kb/sec when I downloaded the client again for...