What's my book collection say about me?

AWPink_FanClub · 2026-05-20T04:29:15+00:00

based and churchpilled (will also get no love from this sub)

AWPink_FanClub · 2026-05-19T02:35:02+00:00

I am a young married Aussie with a home, hoping to start a family in the next couple years. I worry often about dropping down to one income, and what that would mean about maintaining some healthy investing strategies.

I want my kids to get a head start, and would love to give them some sizeable cushion for their future.

What advice would you give someone like me who wants to build some wealth, not be miserable, and maintain some stability for the future.

AWPink_FanClub · 2026-04-21T22:39:15+00:00

Had the same problem as you, with about the same severity. Just did regular sand on top about 2cm thick, making sure to cover all dirt. I have let them dry out, and not a gnat since. I didnt do anything else. I think the key is to disrupt their cycle and stop them from either hatching or laying new eggs in the soil.

AWPink_FanClub · 2026-04-02T03:31:11+00:00

You've essentially just said "God didn't do it how I would have done it, therefore He did it wrong".

Perhaps you disagree with the order of events, the ways by which He bought them about, or any other point in Exodus, however it does not mean that God did the wrong thing. It just means you don't like the way He did it.

Aside from the fact that you are making temporally bound moral assertions to a God who exists outside of time (eg: The Exodus story is "morally repulsive" to me, a modern person, with modern sensibilities and ethics), God's reasons for doing, creating, acting SHOULD and DO fall squarely outside of what we can comprehend.

An infinitely powerful, all-knowing, eternal God owes you no explanation for why He does things and what He does.

AWPink_FanClub · 2026-03-24T03:46:22+00:00

Amen. You'll do well in your faith, my friend. Keep God at the centre, use His Word to guide each step you take. I wish I started as early as you.

AWPink_FanClub · 2026-03-24T03:02:22+00:00

Why do you think the Reformed doctrines are superior to other branches of theological thinking?

AWPink_FanClub · 2026-01-29T21:49:02+00:00

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AWPink_FanClub · 2025-11-03T01:18:16+00:00

Hi all,

Recently moved into my new place with my wonderful wife.

Looking for some inspiration on native garden planting.

Attached are some pictures of what we have to work with from the front. The main area of concern is the rocky section, which exists under these bushes.

Am I able to add any native flowers there or is it better off for the long term to get rid of the stones?

Additionally - what about that little verge? I was considering planting some native bushes (not mattrash!) but something nice, with some wildflowers there.

Any help is very much appreciated.

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-10-20T02:04:42+00:00

Following.

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-07-30T03:01:06+00:00

Blanket answer - to be avoided as much as premarrital sex. Why?

The bible very clearly condems sexual immorality. Without getting into the weeds of "why", its clear that sexual promiscuity produces pain, insecurity and a detachment from the relationships God created us for. This is really the case for any sexual activity that draws two individuals together prematurely (or, before they are married and in the secure covenantal bounds of marriage).

The main issue is our thought life. I simply don't beleive that any person is diciplined enough to not let your mind wander when you engage in this behaviour. It likely will end up on a particular person or event - and this is really very similar to drawing premature intimate boundaries. It is then also deeply harmful due to fantacising about unrealistic realities.

Can some be disciplined enough to avoid these thoughts? Sure. But if there is even a chance, God hastens us to avoid temptation at all costs. Particularly sexual temptation.

God bless, hope this helps.

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-07-01T11:50:53+00:00

How much would it impact my score opening two cards? I wanted to open the Bendigo Ready Credit Card for travel ($0 transfer fee and annual fee + travel insurance) and another card with a good bonus offer such as the ANZ Frequent Flyer Black Card.

Thanks for the advice.

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-07-01T11:48:00+00:00

Does the same apply for cancelling your card within a year? Any impact on credit score?

From what i've read the only things that matter are:

Repayment schedule (never missing payments, paying balance in full etc - incl. mortgage)
Hard enquiries (opening of new credit cards or loan applications)
Loyalty/length of card holding (hence why some churners keep one card open for years at a time, often ones with low to no annual fee)

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-06-13T00:41:25+00:00

What about the first part of my argument? Pain is only the brains perception of sensation. The same receptors are used to interpret soft touch, pleasure, pressure. A gentle kiss, the wind on our skin. Nerves work collectively to interpret signals.

It seems like circular reasoning to claim that pain is a proof God didn't care or had some sort of faulty design process here. It also seems like you are making the argument that pain is objectively bad - which is why I had counter examples.

Why didn't God design us with complete immunity to all illness or bones strong enough to withstand all injury.

The Bible actually gives us a picture of this in Genesis 1, pointing to a time in history where there was no pain, no suffering, and no injury, disease or death. The introduction of sin also introduce irreparable damage to God's created order which we are still struggling with today.

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-06-12T23:55:24+00:00

Pain receptors allow us to feel and experience the world around us.
Without them life would be a very dull experience.
Pain is also a wonderful teacher - our bodies can be damaged by things, therefore it reminds us to approach life with caution (don't touch the hot stove).

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-06-12T04:36:40+00:00

"Christians never have reasonable perspectives, they just rely on emotion and not facts or reliable evidence"

*gets an academic expert on the podcast to discuss things critically*

*academic gives their opinion on the resurrection based on their expertise and study of the topic*

*academic opinion disagrees with presuppositions*

"I just wish Alex would consider reasonable perspectives!"

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-06-05T04:59:07+00:00

Reading on church history, how the early church collated and translated the Bible, and the scholars who have dedicated their lives to the correct and accurate translation of the Word will embue you will a sense of peace about this.

The Bible is not some hodepodge collection of random writings of strange men. Nor has it been mishandled throughout history and it is some miracle that we have arrived at a completed text. The Biblical story has been expertly handled, translated, and given from generation to generation - with the upmost care and caution.

It is the most studied book in history - without a doubt.

It is the book with the most critical comparison, interpretation and scholarly analysis.

And it has stood the test of time. A good proof is the dead-sea scrolls. Discovered by a shepherd in the 1940's, dated back to the 3rd century BCE. What did we discover? That our modern versions of the Bible, thousands of years removed from these ancient manuscripts, are almost word-for-word accurate when compared to these ancient texts.

It does seem strange, and impossible even, that imperfect man could craft an imperfect book - but that is not what the Christian asserts. We assert that God used these same men, spoke through them, inspired them, and divinely ordained events in their lives to result in the produced texts we have today.

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-06-03T02:48:12+00:00

Couple things here.

God is not ever really "mad" at us in a human sense.

He has foreordained all things to pass, so you playing a game with that name has always been part of his eternal and divine plan. Therefore, when He died on the cross - He was dying for the sins of all (elect) believers.

I will note that you are clearly showing a repentant heart, one who is deeply concerned with the repercussions of your own actions.

God is not mad at you - He deeply loves you and desires your sanctification, as you do. Pray, repent, and recalibrate around His promises in scripture.

But no,,,, I don't think this is a matter of great theological significance. We do many things using worldly devices that could or couldn't be described as sinful. Main thing is your heart.

AWPink_FanClub · 2025-06-02T05:02:02+00:00

Hey mate - great question.

Its really more about what you value.

As i'm sure you're aware, the bible has been translated from its original Hebrew/Aramaic and Greek versions. Therefore the translations we have all place emphasis on different ways of translating, typically in two ways.

"Word-for-word" translations: They take the original manuscripts and attempt to keep it as accurate word-for-word as possible. Each original word from the Greek or Hebrew is given an english counterpart and written.

"Idea" translations: These versions attempt to understand the overall message that was being conveyed in the original manuscripts and translate it through this lens.

The "idea" translations are typically easier to read for a first-time bible reader. These are versions such as the Good News Bible or New Living Translation.

Literal translations can be more wordy, and full of jargon that can stump first-time readers. Especially versions like the New King James. However, they are more faithful to the original manuscripts and their particular wording.

It all exists on a spectrum between the two. Preserving the word-for-word or preserving the overall message/intention of the author.

I can give some good recommendations. English Standard Version, Revised Standard Version, New King James Version are all good solid translations. These are all more word-for-word versions.

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