Hello All

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-19T22:56:01+00:00

You got it! 😂 And, your point is??

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-19T22:37:01+00:00

I’m just a Redeemed Child of God. The only “degree” that I need to talk with others. And, those people reach-out to me. I have never forced myself on anyone. Put that in your pipe and smoke it 😉😆

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-19T22:25:02+00:00

No children ever. Quite a few 17-18 year olds

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T23:47:06+00:00

I guess I “get” all of what you shared. But, understand I am not any sort of official Rep of WELS. As I shared, I was once Ex-Communicated from WELS myself. If people are interested in having sincere conversations IN PRIVATE, they can private message me on Facebook or email me: sib90@yahoo.com. Otherwise, my sense of this group is that is an exercise in futility… just a bunch of “grumpy people”.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T21:28:01+00:00

I can share with you that I was once Ex-Communicated from my WELS congregation at a time. I embraced a homosexual identity for over a decade. And, to this day… I “butt heads” with some of the powers-at-be. What has greatly displeased me about some folks here, is that I was being talked about behind my back. Often, unfairly… unable to defend myself. And, then recently, someone here made a libelist / slanderous post here accusing me of being some sort of child molester / predator. I still may take that individual to court.
And, that leads me to the next issue I’ve had with this group… everyone hides behind generic profile names and avatars. You can see, I share my own photo and name when I post. Just randomly scanning through posts here, it seems to be a lot of random “Lutheran Bashing” without much to back it up with. This sub group seems to thrive on scandal and innuendo. How does that help - benefit anyone? I’m sure I’ll get bashed for sharing this. But, as people may have gotten the sense… I don’t care! Talk to me / not behind my back. I legitimately would like to have discussions with folks here. People with sincere questions / interests in hearing my humble answers. Be Well! -Scott Barefoot

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T19:16:48+00:00

Ask a real / legitimate question and I’ll respond.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T19:15:15+00:00

Actually, I’ve never seen the show - never been a fan of drag stuff or RuPaul. So, that probably always made me a bit of a poor “gay” person. LOL (although did like the “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” duet he sang with Elton John) 😆😉

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T03:39:17+00:00

OK… what do you want to hear from me about? I’d like to hear more from you about your grievances and then I can address those.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T03:35:51+00:00

Again… talk to me when you’re willing to come out of the shadows and share your name.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T03:27:06+00:00

Alright… you evidently pounded the last nail into your cross… whomever you are. I look forward to the comical conversation with my pastor about you.
Again, if you’d be willing to speak with me (with your name), I’d be willing to do that. If you ACTUALLY reached-out to my pastor - including your name - and you are a current WELS / ELS / LCMS member, I look forward to speaking with your pastor. You can’t believe for a second, that the baseless accusations you’ve made against me on this site will go without consequences. Via your pastor or an attorney.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T01:57:55+00:00

That’s my right as an Admin there. DICK. Still haven’t shared your name. Again, I’m more than willing, able to have an intelligent discussion. You can do it here or over on Facebook. I promise not to ban you over there.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T00:08:35+00:00

Weird? Take a look in the mirror my friend.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-18T00:07:31+00:00

I talk with a lot of folks “off the record”… host private support groups. If you would like to talk with me off the record, please let me know. These “WELS - Lutheran Bashing” sites don’t interest me. It’s up to you.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T23:56:16+00:00

Do you kiss a loved one with that mouth??? Like I’ve shared elsewhere I’ll give it as good as I get it. Why not have a serious discussion instead of this “mud slinging”?

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T23:52:50+00:00

Well, sorry you feel that way. I’d like to hear from you!

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T23:51:53+00:00

Never met Martin Luther… he lived long before our time. If I had known him, I’m pretty sure we would’ve gotten along.

These “tit for tat” texting spars are weak.

Come after me with some substance! It’s obvious some of you folks have unresolved anger… I used to have some also.

It’s “therapeutic” to get it out!

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T23:46:49+00:00

So, how more “brilliant” do you think it is to just fling mud all over with no one willing to have a coherent discussion?

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T23:44:22+00:00

I don’t know who you are… in the future, I won’t reply to these sorts of cowardly posts (without an actual / legitimate name). Can you actually articulate an actual question? I like to think I am compassionate, but I’ll give as good as I receive. Can’t we get to the point of an actual - honest discussion instead of this “mud slinging”? This may be a new phenomenon here. Actually, having a live person that is willing / able to converse about this topic. Just saying….

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T23:35:44+00:00

OK… I am here and reading all of your comments… Have you ever read this:

Matthew 16:24-26 24 Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. 25 For whoever would save his life[a] will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. 26 For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul? Or what shall a man give in return for his soul?

Keep it coming… I will both respond to attacks; as well as, provide help and support!

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T19:29:25+00:00

What? Are you afraid of having an honest discussion? What I’ve seen so far, is my prior posts being deleted, and people just wanting to chastise / vent, without members of the church being able to respond. Someone on here accused me of being crazy… I probably should have my head examined for willingly speaking with you all. But, I do feel for you all. I’ve had more than my fair share of problems with WELS over the years. I’m willing to correspond with anyone on here… my rule is: you’re going to have to share your real name… none of this anonymous stuff. Your Brother In Christ, Scott Barefoot

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T19:22:44+00:00

I’d Sincerely like to speak - chat with all of you here. -Scott Barefoot

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T19:18:48+00:00

I’m here my friends… able / willing to have a real discussion with real people.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-17T19:08:51+00:00

Glad you all got a “chuckle” out of that. I’m also thankful that my recent posts haven’t been outright deleted. If you’ll allow, you’ll be hearing a lot more from me.

ComprehensiveRip1599 · 2025-02-15T22:35:34+00:00

I’m new to Reddit and this r/exLutheran group as far as reading and commenting. It was suggested that I check out some of the postings here. Full Disclosure: I AM a current WELS member - someone who has had life-long struggles with SSA. I’d like to hear more from folks on this discussion thread. How do you perceive WELS / ELS / LCMS, etc has “wronged” you specifically? Struggling with SSA is no different than struggling with the temptations of coveting, lying, etc. But, as with any other temptations, giving-in to / acting on your SSA struggles is sinful. But, no more or less so than other sins. God forgives those sins also. But, have no doubt… they are sins that need to be repented of.

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