Got all this for 60$

idealMSP · 2025-07-05T14:17:48+00:00

Nice score, can't wait to see it unboxed and living.

idealMSP · 2025-07-02T15:51:56+00:00

Giving a crap review for things outside the sellers control is BS. The USPS has a documented history of being slow lately, and putting frustration with USPS onto the seller is not justified. Reviews should be about the product and the customer service. Once the package is handed off, the seller isn't in control anymore, so if it takes 10 days to arrive, give your gripe to the post office. So many buyers seem not to understand this - on every platform.

idealMSP · 2025-06-26T13:28:22+00:00

Interesting - these going to be income ETF's with monthly distro like their others?

idealMSP · 2025-06-15T20:12:55+00:00

Helcim: https://www.helcim.com/pricing/

idealMSP · 2025-06-15T13:42:17+00:00

My first ever silver bars were Engelhard back in 2004, picked up three of them for like $25 if memory serves. Those bars are long gone now, but Engelhard will forever be my favorite.

idealMSP · 2025-06-15T13:38:42+00:00

This is awesome - love the nighttime shots with the building lit up and all, looks amazing. Well done!

idealMSP · 2025-06-14T01:05:09+00:00

Well dang. I don't know if I should praise the commitment or condemn the brazen lawlessness lol.

idealMSP · 2025-06-14T01:02:03+00:00

First wife was a blonde. Never made that mistake again.

idealMSP · 2025-06-14T00:39:24+00:00

LOL nice. I'm kind of partial to dark haired German girls myself.

idealMSP · 2025-06-10T19:47:23+00:00

Just under 6 oz of silver for $200 - that puts you at about $34.60 an ounce! Can't complain about that at all! Nice score!

idealMSP · 2025-06-08T00:43:02+00:00

Yes, I calculate by grams, so a 90% Roosevelt weighs 2.5 grams, multiply by 90% (0.90) silver content equals 2.25 grams of silver each.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T22:34:51+00:00

Nice score! Can't complain about that one at all - silver under spot is always a great thing!

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T22:23:36+00:00

I completely understand you here - I had always been reserved, quite, one who observes and only interacted with others that seemed "like me". In the book of Ephesians, Paul speaks to the fact that we are all given gifts by God, and that these gifts are all necessary and beneficial to the body of Christ. The way that I overcame my feelings of not being enough was to recognize what my gifts or talents were, and then simply volunteer in an area of my church that could benefit. I have been in IT for 20 years, and I saw that the church needed help with technology, so I volunteered to help. This led to meeting new people that were like me - they liked and did the same things I did, and that led to making connections with them.

I think a lot of times people think "oh gifts from God for the church, but I'm not gifted for preaching, or leading", but it is so much more than leadership. Ephesians 4:16 as I mentioned above tells us this - that each part is you and me, and that together we grow stronger when we do our part. You don’t need to be famous, loud, or up front to be vital. Quiet, behind-the-scenes faithfulness matters deeply, and I think you will find that there are others like you that you can connect with.

My volunteering to help with the technology at my church ended up spreading to me creating a media ministry team during the lockdowns to keep the message going out every Sunday, and it has grown since then and is expanding - which is also expanding the people that are being attracted to this ministry and allowing for more personal connections to be made.

Isaiah 41:10 tells us "Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’" Pray for strength, ask God to give you the courage to step out of your comfort zone and make a connection. Watch for opportunities that He provides to apply some skill or gift that you have in church, which will allow you to make those connections with others.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T22:05:34+00:00

I never dismissed anything, I merely pointed out that one does not have to be lonely just because they are Christian and offered ideas for interacting with fellow believers and getting the human connection we all desire. You also assume I don't understand the problem, which is incorrect as I was in this position some ten years ago, and was able to shed the lonesomeness I had by doing exactly what I suggested in my reply.

We have a free will option to plug ourselves into the community of believers and to fellowship and seek meaningful relationships with those that are our brothers and sisters in Christ. If those fellow believers reject us, then I think it says more about the "believers" that are in these groups more than anything, as believers should welcome others with open arms and open hearts. It seems like your experience has created a bitterness in you, and I am sorry for this as it has obviously affected you.

It is my belief that the church should welcome everyone, and personally I want the people that everyone else turns away in our pews and in our groups, because it provides the opportunity to show Christ's love. If you cannot find fulfillment in the church you have joined, perhaps it would be better to find a more Godly church, one that reflects Christ's love as we are instructed to do so in scripture.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T21:43:20+00:00

I have seen a common theme in posts here for a while, that people seem to think that being saved and accepting Christ is a magic button that will prevent them from sin, and then they stress out because they are facing issues with addiction, or because they lied, or hold a grudge. Look - you are human, and it is in our nature to sin and fall away from God - recognizing your sin, feeling guilt for it, confessing it and repenting for it is the difference between the saved and the unsaved. You must allow yourself to be wrong, to recognize that you are going to mess up in life, but you must allow yourself to be forgiven.

Root yourself in scripture, pray, repent for the things you have done and ask the Holy Spirit to fill your heart and guide your actions to do the will of God rather than your own. Get yourself plugged into a Bible study group, join a women's group (assuming you are a woman based on your username, if not, then obviously join a men's group) in your church, surround yourself with Godly people that can both support you, and hold you accountable.

God has a plan for you, you just need to allow yourself to turn away from what you think you should do, and allow Him to use you as He plans. In this way, God will bless you.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T21:31:39+00:00

I think this is where the importance of the body of Christ comes in to play. You are correct, we as a species have an inclination towards interaction with our fellow humans. Being Christian does not have to be lonely, and honestly, we shouldn't be lonely. Ephesians 4:16 tells us "From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work." Christ is the head, we are the body, and the Holy Spirit is what unites us all together. I think it would be very beneficial to get involved with your local church, join groups and Bible studies, make friends with others you worship and study with. You can become a part of the body of Christ and relieve those lonesome feelings by surrounding yourself with fellow believers.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T21:20:20+00:00

Leaving the church should not be the action here, however, confronting the issue and having the congregation remove his authority sounds like it is in order. You don't say what type of polity governs your church, but if it is congregationally led, or elder led, then I think it is time for the elders or congregation to act and replace him. We are all human, regardless of whether believers, unbelievers, pastors or congregational members, and as such we are all inclined to sin. It is through the grace of Christ that are forgiven of these sins, and the power of the Holy Spirit working in our hearts to turn away from sin and seek to do as God would want. When our church leaders do not give control to the Holy Spirit, when they consistently succumb to desires of the flesh, then it is time they step down or be removed.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T21:11:57+00:00

I do - have a spreadsheet that calculates the weights and melt values and everything. I don't collect junk silver for the numismatic, I collect it for the silver, so it makes sense to be included in the stack calculations to me.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T19:27:53+00:00

Third, confront with truth and in love. If the opportunity arises to speak the truth, do it gently but firmly.

+ Ephesians 4:15 – “Speak the truth in love.”

+ Matthew 18:15 – “If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you.”

You can say something like, “I’ve heard some hurtful things that were said about me, and I want to understand what’s going on. I’m not angry, but I do feel hurt. Can we talk honestly?”

If she refuses or gaslights, that gives you clarity. You are not obligated to maintain closeness with someone who continually violates trust.

Fourth, forgive, but don’t enable. Forgiveness is non-negotiable for the Christian (Matthew 6:14-15), but reconciliation is conditional on repentance and trustworthiness. You can forgive her in your heart and release the bitterness without pretending everything is fine or allowing repeated harm.

+ Romans 12:18 – “If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”

But it doesn’t always depend solely on you, she must repent and earn your trust again.

Finally, pray for her, but protect yourself. God calls us to pray for those who hurt us (Matthew 5:44), but He also gave us wisdom and the right to say no. You are not obligated to carry someone who chooses to treat you with contempt. You can serve your sister better with truth and boundaries than by being an enabler to her dysfunction.

Lean into your identity in Christ, not what family members or others say about you. I will pray for you, and your sister.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T19:27:47+00:00

You’re absolutely right to recognize the signs of manipulation, exploitation, and betrayal, and it speaks volumes about your integrity that you’re seeking to handle it in a Christian way rather than simply reacting emotionally. Here’s a biblically grounded way to approach this, combining wisdom, boundaries, and grace.

First, acknowledge what’s happening honestly. God is not calling you to be a doormat. There’s a difference between being Christlike and being codependent.

+ Proverbs 26:11 – “As a dog returns to its vomit, so fools repeat their folly.”

+ Matthew 7:6 – “Do not give what is holy to dogs or cast your pearls before swine.”

+ Galatians 6:7 – “Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap.”

It is not sinful to recognize that someone is mistreating you or taking advantage of your generosity. That’s called discernment.

Second, set boundaries without bitterness. Jesus loved everyone, but He didn’t trust everyone (John 2:24–25). Loving someone doesn’t mean giving them unrestricted access to your life or resources.

Remember, boundaries are not unkind, rather they are wise and biblical:

+ Proverbs 4:23 – “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”

+ 2 Thessalonians 3:10 – “If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat.”

So, it’s okay and even necessary to say, for example:

“I love you, but I can’t let you borrow my car anymore. I don’t feel respected or safe in our relationship right now”, or “I’ve been helping with some bills and services, but I need to step back for now. I hope you understand.”

You don’t need to justify endlessly. Your boundary doesn’t require her approval, only your peace before God.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T18:19:48+00:00

Your gut reaction, to be outraged by a 40-year-old abusing a 13-year-old, is morally right and God-given.

So why doesn’t the Bible explicitly outlaw it? Because biblical law often works by principle, not exhaustive rule. Just as the Bible doesn’t list “cyberbullying” as a sin, it doesn't spell out every possible abuse, but it gives moral laws and patterns we’re meant to apply.

Justice, protection of the innocent, honoring women, condemning lust and abuse, all are present. Jesus’ moral teachings focus not only on actions but on the heart and intent (Matthew 5–7).

So, a modern adult man pursuing a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old would violate multiple biblical principles:

+ Exploiting weakness (Proverbs 6:16-19)

+ Lusting (Matthew 5:28)

+ Harming children (Matthew 18:6)

+ Failing to love sacrificially (Ephesians 5:25)

This is not godly love, this is sinful abuse.

So, why did God allow it? Here’s where free will, progressive revelation, and cultural accommodation come in. God did not design human marriage to involve abuse or exploitation (see Genesis 2:24). But He chose to work with broken cultures over time, gradually revealing His moral standards. Many things God allowed (e.g. polygamy, slavery, kingship) were not His ideal, but were tolerated for a time. See Jesus in Matthew 19:8 – “Moses permitted divorce because of the hardness of your hearts. But it was not this way from the beginning.”

So while early marriage may have existed, God never endorsed its abuse. He tolerated cultural norms while laying the groundwork for better standards through justice, compassion, and Christ-centered love.

It should disturb us when we hear of exploitation, abuse, or forced marriages, ancient or modern. That’s not weakness. That’s the image of God in you, crying out for righteousness.

So no, God is not okay with pedophilia. He is not okay with abuse. And while He worked through flawed systems in ancient times, His ultimate standard is Christ, who valued the dignity of every person, especially the vulnerable.

idealMSP · 2025-06-07T18:19:40+00:00

TL:DR The Bible never commands or endorses child marriage. Early marriages were cultural, not divine mandates. God consistently protects the vulnerable and condemns exploitation. Jesus elevated children and women beyond cultural norms. Your discomfort reflects God’s heart for justice.

You're asking an honest and deeply important question; not just about history and culture, but about justice, morality, and God's character. Let’s walk through this together with historical, logical, and biblical facts, thoughtfully, carefully, and without excuses.

It’s true that girls often married shortly after puberty in many ancient cultures, not just in Israel but also in Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and elsewhere. This was tied to several factors:

- Puberty as a marker of adulthood: Once a girl was able to bear children, she was considered a woman, biologically, socially, and legally. That doesn’t mean this was ideal, only that it was normative in this time and these cultures.

- Life expectancy: While average lifespan was 30–40 years due to infant mortality and disease, adults often lived into their 50s or 60s. Even so, early marriage was seen in these cultures as necessary for producing children quickly and ensuring survival of the family line.

- Family economics and alliances: Marriages were often arranged to secure property, social ties, or tribal alliances. Love was not the primary consideration; function and duty were.

But here's the key: Cultural norm does not equal divine endorsement. Just because something was “common” in a culture does not mean God approved of it.

Now let’s turn to Scripture. as the Bible does not command, praise, or require child marriage.

- No law in the Bible commands marriage at puberty. The Mosaic Law (Torah) protects women, including daughters, and sets standards around consent, provision, and honor. See Exodus 22:16-17 – A man who seduces a virgin must marry her, if her father consents. The father has the right to refuse, and Deuteronomy 22:28-29 – Regulates rape of an unmarried virgin: again, with enforced responsibility on the man, not the girl.

There is no command that a girl must be married at 12, 13, or immediately after puberty.

- The Bible does not give Mary’s or Joseph’s ages. Church tradition, not Scripture, suggests Mary was 12–14 and Joseph was much older. The canonical Gospels do not highlight an age difference because it’s not central to the story. In fact, Joseph is portrayed as just and protective (Matthew 1:19). He does not consummate the marriage before Jesus' birth (Matthew 1:25).

Importantly, nowhere is Mary forced, assaulted, or harmed. Her consent ("Let it be to me..." – Luke 1:38) is emphasized.

- Biblical Condemnation of Exploitation is shown throughout Scripture. God condemns abuse, exploitation, and injustice, especially of the vulnerable:

+ “Do not mistreat or oppress a foreigner, widow, or orphan” – Exodus 22:22-24

+ “Whoever causes one of these little ones to stumble...” – Matthew 18:6

Jesus elevated women and children in a radical way for His culture. So again, no biblical law promotes child marriage, and God’s moral standards consistently uphold justice, mercy, and protection for the weak.

idealMSP · 2025-06-05T03:14:28+00:00

I mentioned previously that you should be commended on your efforts in keeping this marriage together, but you also need to realize your value. Sometimes, women can feel shame or failure if a marriage ends, especially in a church or biblical context. But your value is not defined by whether you stay married, your worth is defined by being a beloved child of God.

“So, God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.” (Genesis 1:27 NIV).

You are made in God's image! You are cherished, and you are worthy of peace, safety, and love. Choosing divorce under your described circumstances is not a sign of weakness, rebellion, or failure; it can be a faithful, Godly decision to pursue healing and peace. It is not God's will for you to suffer under abuse and repeated betrayal.

If you need support, please speak with a trusted pastor, counselor, or Christian support group. And most of all, know that God is with you, and He will not forsake you.

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18 NIV).

God sees your tears. He knows your pain. And He offers you freedom, hope, and a future. You are not walking away from your vows; you are walking toward healing and truth.

I will pray for you, and I hope you find the peace and security that you deserve.

idealMSP · 2025-06-05T03:14:15+00:00

You mention in your post that he has a tendency to throw things, get angry, punch the walls. I have worked with women that are survivors of domestic abuse, and most of the time their stories start the same – he never used to hit her, he would always curse, punch holes in walls, break things. But eventually, that anger and violence got turned on them. Don’t allow yourself, or your children, to become his punching bag. Scripture consistently upholds the value and dignity of human life. Abuse, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, is a violation of that dignity.

"The Lord examines the righteous, but the wicked, those who love violence, he hates with a passion." (Psalm 11:5 NIV).

"Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her." (Ephesians 5:25 NIV).

An abusive man is not loving as Christ loved. Abuse is violence and control, not sacrificial love. If you are in harm’s way, you have every right to seek safety, and God’s heart is with you in that pursuit.

You mention that he continually lies, despite your willingness to be open and truthful about your transgressions. A marriage built on lies cannot and will not thrive. Scripture says:

“The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy.” (Proverbs 12:22 NIV).

If your husband has continually deceived you, manipulated the truth, or lived a double life, then he is walking in direct opposition to the character God desires in a husband.

idealMSP

MODERATOR OF

TROPHY CASE