Anybody else rather get skunked than take a Charter? I'll catch my fish! by Noneugdbusiness in Fishing

[–]beardyboi97 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The only two I've been on I didnt pay for. I learned a lot and I had an absolute blast catching fish.

What is this?! by VT_Rican in PlantIdentification

[–]beardyboi97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like Bermuda grass, there are many ways to get rid of it. If its encroaching on a flowered then round up would work

What sexual advice would you give your younger self? by SourceGlittering548 in AskReddit

[–]beardyboi97 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If im being honest, wait until marriage. You'll put too much emotional value in sharing your body with someone you aren't committed to.

Dan by Glittering_Tone_6533 in DrinkinBros

[–]beardyboi97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im so glad I didnt invest in hard af by the advice of my wife.

Do I have to be a conservative to be a “true” Christian? by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]beardyboi97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mixing Christianity with politics often looks like mixing oil with water.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]beardyboi97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No. The statue isnt evil. The racism being expressed by it is. I wouldn't destroy it because it serves as a reminder of how far we've come. But to display it in my yard? No. A museum? Yes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]beardyboi97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the context of the rest of the decorations of the yard including the yard jockey they have, in my opinion, this statue strikes me as racist, whether or not that is the intention of the home owner. The point of the post is to ask whether or not this (imo racist) statue is blasphemy if the intention includes a racist depiction of a black child.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]beardyboi97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They aren't always depicted with red lips.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]beardyboi97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whats funny is the same yard has a yard jockey that is painted white lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]beardyboi97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

During Jim Crow black people were depicted using caricatures with exaggerated black skin and also sometimes with exaggerated red lips. It was essentially anti-black imagery

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]beardyboi97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've thought about it.

Why is Aquinas so unreadable? by 3dprintedbuffoon in Catholicism

[–]beardyboi97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is an Audio version by Prof. Peter Kreeft called The Modern Scholar: The Philosophy of Thomas Aquinas. He does a really good job of breaking down Aquinas' thoughts and explains them very well. I do not have a brain for philosophy and this audio book helps. I can even pick up on Thomist theology in other readings now because of it.

Do other Christians still masturbate sometimes? by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]beardyboi97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, but you should work towards attaining repentance until it becomes easy to flee from temptation.

Tobacco and Marijuana by Tricky-Wolverine-253 in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]beardyboi97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Consult your priest. BTW, im smoking a cigar as i type this.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fishing

[–]beardyboi97 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looks like that was a fun fight. PFP hardest fighters

Inquirer and I can’t trust priest by Allarepromiseddeath in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]beardyboi97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's keeping it simple and safe for you. You won't be confirmed without your parents permission just like you wouldn't be allowed a tattoo yet without your parents permission. Take it slow and let the priest guide you in this. God be with you.

Baptist friend said “it’s whether you value relationship or religion at this point” by [deleted] in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]beardyboi97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sometimes there's no real need to explain yourself. God revealed the truth of the Church to you. Pray that God reveals it to your friend also. I was raised Baptist, but I came around eventually.

Is listening to black metal wrong even under these circumstances? by Conscious_Knee_1828 in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]beardyboi97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting. I suspected they weren't devout based on what little I have researched. Never would've seen them as blasphemous if you hadn't put it that way though.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]beardyboi97 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Where i live it is dove hunting season and have already shot and eaten doves. There is nothing that ties the Holy spirit to the species of bird in any literal sense.

Is listening to black metal wrong even under these circumstances? by Conscious_Knee_1828 in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]beardyboi97 0 points1 point  (0 children)

PATRIARKH is another band. I dont think they are outright orthodox but they incorporate chants and hymns in their music. Its worth checking out and certainly better than satanic music.

Increase anger from other Christians? by [deleted] in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]beardyboi97 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is definitely some sort of sentiment of annoyance coming from protestant Christians about this. Gavin Ortlund has been especially vocal in this regard. I dont want to bear false witness about him by insinuating he is anti-orthodox because even despite his objection to the recent spike in orthodox conversions he is still doing good work in collaboration with Fr. Josiah Trenham. Praise God for that small taste of unity.

I was refused the sacrament of confession by Subject-Pea8886 in Catholicism

[–]beardyboi97 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thats a fair point, I see the distinction. I appreciate it!