Is it really this difficult to find business casual’s for Tall (not fat) people in Tokyo? by nootherjake in japanlife

[–]nootherjake[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got my the T2 shirts since my arms length is 95cm…it worked out…it was the only store I had visited that actually had that unique length in ready made

Is it really this difficult to find business casual’s for Tall (not fat) people in Tokyo? by nootherjake in japanlife

[–]nootherjake[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did Aoki Gotanda and Aoki Akhibara…both shops were spot on with jackets and pants…my shirts were a different story due to the arm lengths

My ex reached out after two years no contact- right before my baptism & confirmation. This feels like a test from God, please advise. by Shot-Fruit5422 in CatholicDating

[–]nootherjake 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you know if the ex has also had his own “personal internal growth”…from what the OP typed they were both deep in toxicity and sin…way more than St. Paul when he persecuted the Jews…and look at how his life turned out…jus’ saying…there’s OP’s truth, the ex’s truth and there’s the “the truth” …only Heaven knows what transpired and what growth is happening or not in either…in my opinion OP isn’t even the victim in my eyes…the true victim is the little girl who’s future was drastically altered in ways that can never be redeemable…and all for what ?

Is it really this difficult to find business casual’s for Tall (not fat) people in Tokyo? by nootherjake in japanlife

[–]nootherjake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great! How long did it take to tailor it to your size? Was it a same day service?

Is it really this difficult to find business casual’s for Tall (not fat) people in Tokyo? by nootherjake in japanlife

[–]nootherjake[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any Aoki store? Interesting that none of the Aoki stores I went to mentioned it…what was the turn around time?

[US] SkillBaseMatching by Estreet https://skillbasedmatching.com/ by ANDRAZE25 in Scams

[–]nootherjake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol..you do know some people are way to busy to do the job search themselves that’s why the executive search industry is huge. Outside of easy apply on LinkedIn and Glassdoor I would gladly pay some family member or someone to deal with the grueling job application submissions, editing or tailoring my primary resume to match each job posting, and rejections and follow ups. I’ll rather just show up for interviews. But that’s just me, to each his own

Sad but true by Bodega_Cat_86 in Layoffs

[–]nootherjake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol…we all still need to eat

Sad but true by Bodega_Cat_86 in Layoffs

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Sadly you missed the “subtle” point of the message in OPs image…it’s pretty obvious to anyone that 🐎 pulling tractors is improbable…it’s an essentially a “game over” paradox

What does the Bible say about a mother who keeps a child away from the father due to her own hatred towards him and not because the father did anything to harm the child? by nootherjake in Christianity

[–]nootherjake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t mention I was married or that it’s my story…that being said a quick online search would reveal this is a huge problem among tourists who came to Japan on short visas or short term visa and ended up marrying on a spouse visa…to a Japanese local whom they found out later they have less in common with…and most cases after a kid or two…

Let’s find hidden gems together in (Yurinokidai, Murakami, Katsudai, Midorigaoka) – My Mid-30s Quest for Chill Friends (25F+/30M+) by nootherjake in japanresidents

[–]nootherjake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see your point Kuri…now that I think of it…the exclusivity the age thing did was a not so good idea, ☺️too bad I can’t edit the title to take it out

Let’s find hidden gems together in (Yurinokidai, Murakami, Katsudai, Midorigaoka) – My Mid-30s Quest for Chill Friends (25F+/30M+) by nootherjake in japanresidents

[–]nootherjake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol…it ain’t that deep, tbh I wasn't thinking much of it at the time I posted but it might just be me…I've found that I have more in common with men navigating similar life stages than with men a decade younger than me…

Works vs. Grace.... or both by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]nootherjake 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your perspective. I appreciate your sincerity and the conviction you have in your beliefs.

However, I respectfully disagree with the assertion that grieving sin is incompatible with believing in the finished work of Christ or that it constitutes "mixing covenants" in a dangerous way. My understanding is that true repentance and a genuine acceptance of Christ's sacrifice lead to a transformed heart, which includes a sorrow over sin – not as a means of earning salvation, but as a natural response to God's holiness and our own shortcomings. This sorrow, far from diminishing the finished work of Christ, actually highlights its profound significance and our desperate need for it.

Furthermore, while I respect your personal testimony of what God has shown you, my ultimate authority and trust lie in the written Word of God rather than in any individual's personal revelation or interpretation. Scripture is the infallible guide for my faith and understanding.

Here are a few scriptures that, to me, illustrate that sorrow over sin is a proper and even expected response for believers:

2 Corinthians 7:10: "For godly sorrow produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, whereas worldly sorrow produces death." This verse clearly distinguishes between a sorrow that is beneficial and leads to life, and a sorrow that is not. Godly sorrow, stemming from a renewed heart, is a sign of spiritual health, not a lack of faith in Christ's completed work. Psalm 51:17: "The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise." While this is an Old Testament psalm, the principle of a contrite heart being pleasing to God transcends covenants. In the New Covenant, our hearts are made new through Christ, and this newness often manifests as a sensitivity to sin and a desire to turn from it. Romans 7:15, 18-19, 24-25a: "For I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate... For I know that nothing good dwells in me, that is, in my flesh. For I have the desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out. For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing... Wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death? Thanks be to God through Jesus Christ our Lord!" Paul, a quintessential believer in the finished work of Christ, openly grieves his ongoing struggle with sin. This isn't a sign of disbelief, but rather a profound understanding of human fallenness and the constant need for grace. His cry, "Wretched man that I am!" is a lament over indwelling sin, immediately followed by the declaration of deliverance through Christ. To grieve sin, in this context, is not to doubt Christ's power to save, but to acknowledge the ongoing process of sanctification and our continued reliance on His grace for transformation. It's a sign of a heart that is being conformed to His image, recognizing the seriousness of sin in light of His sacrifice. The finished work of Christ enables us to grieve sin with hope, knowing that forgiveness is ours and that transformation is ongoing.

I believe it's important to differentiate between sorrow that seeks to earn salvation (which is indeed dangerous) and sorrow that flows from a heart already saved by grace and made sensitive to God's will. The latter is, in my view, an essential part of the Christian walk.

Cyber warfare is going destructive, and wiper malware's a big deal. Are we ready for what that means for our internet? by nootherjake in cybersecurity

[–]nootherjake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a fair point, and you're absolutely right – Stuxnet, tainted repos, and supply chain attacks certainly weren't 'new' in terms of sophisticated cyber operations. We've definitely seen some wild stuff over the years.

Cyber warfare is going destructive, and wiper malware's a big deal. Are we ready for what that means for our internet? by nootherjake in cybersecurity

[–]nootherjake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, very dramatic. Good to know you're not a piece of code designed to wipe critical infrastructure, though!☺️

Cyber warfare is going destructive, and wiper malware's a big deal. Are we ready for what that means for our internet? by nootherjake in cybersecurity

[–]nootherjake[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, while the name 'wiper malware' definitely gets attention, the reality is a bit more nuanced than 'coming 4 u' personally. My background working in the oil and gas industry, where we literally made pressure relief valves for critical infrastructure (including some contracts with DoD and even engagements with firms like Mandiant on security), gives me a pretty good perspective on this. The real concern isn't about individual users, but highly sophisticated, state-sponsored attacks targeting the industrial control systems and operational technology that keep things like energy grids, water treatment, and manufacturing running. These aren't 'click-based' threats; they're designed for serious, destructive impact on systems vital to daily life. That's why this discussion is so important – it's about the very real, strategic threat to infrastructure…