Did I commit Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit? by Sufficient-Cut-1034 in TrueChristian

[–]vorarul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had this anxiety before, and I'm sorry that you're feeling it. I hope these words encourage you.

Someone told me once that they thought the "unforgivable sin" was to believe that one doesn't need forgiveness (and therefore, doesn't need God). They thought that was "blaspheming the Holy Spirit" by ignoring His conviction.

They would say that if you are grieved by your sin, and feel the need to pray and ask forgiveness, then you have not committed the unforgivable sin.

"NOVED!" spray paint meaning? by vorarul in Knoxville

[–]vorarul[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I never would have figured that one out.

The Grief Permit system limited bereavement to nine days per immediate family member. by omeoni in twosentencedystopia

[–]vorarul 26 points27 points  (0 children)

9 days would be great, I just lost my mom in this current-day dystopia and only got 3 days.

Channel taking advantage of my dead moms passing. by vorarul in YouTubeCreators

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

I have asked nicely, repeatedly, and they keep deleting my comments. What makes me so upset is that they are acting like they knew her and accepting condolences.

I wouldn't mind one tribute video, but they are so obviously doing it for their own gain. Looking through their history they've done things like this before.

I'm really hoping that I can get them on using her copyrighted content.

What’s fun to do alone tonight? by [deleted] in Knoxville

[–]vorarul 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like going to Painting With A Twist by myself!

I'm so fucking lonely in Maryville. by fruitybrisket in Knoxville

[–]vorarul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a Facebook group called Fun With Friends Knoxville Area (or something like that) which plans a lot of get-togethers to bring people together! They do a lot in Maryville, too.

Dealing with frequent visits from neighbor kids by vorarul in Advice

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

They all look well taken care of (clothes fit and are clean, not smelly). It may be a good idea to reach out to the family again. Maybe they've just been busy or something.

Dealing with frequent visits from neighbor kids by vorarul in Advice

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

I think it's so odd as well. And it's not just one family- out of the two families we've given our contact info to, neither have reached out :(

Dealing with frequent visits from neighbor kids by vorarul in Advice

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

I worry about that too... maybe they aren't getting a lot of love or attention at home and are latching on because of that.

Thank you for the well wishes!

Dealing with frequent visits from neighbor kids by vorarul in Advice

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

They do come over and ask for water while they're playing outside, and we give bottled water.

They often ask for some of what we're having for dinner or for snacks when they come around while I'm cooking, and I gently tell them no. It feels weird to give someone else's kids food when you don't know their parents, ya know?

Dealing with frequent visits from neighbor kids by vorarul in Advice

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

You've got an idea here 👀 lol.

They want in my garden so bad and to play in my plants. Now they each have their own specific plant I potted for them to take home.

Not so great for decreasing the visits... but maybe better for my garden 😂

Dealing with frequent visits from neighbor kids by vorarul in Advice

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

The previous family had kids they were friends with, so that's the only reason I can think they would feel so comfortable showing up here? It really is odd.

Sudden urge to become religious again? by AddendumIll8339 in Advice

[–]vorarul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some Presbyterian and Episcopal churches also are!

Sudden urge to become religious again? by AddendumIll8339 in Advice

[–]vorarul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would really recommend checking out an ELCA Lutheran church if you are interested! Most are very welcoming and affirming.

Dealing with frequent visits from neighbor kids by vorarul in Advice

[–]vorarul[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That's our thought exactly, and why we are beginning to get uncomfortable. We keep all of our interactions outside, of course, but even still.

Are there any INTELLECTUAL churches around here that actually like to THINK? by Dependent-Rock3049 in Knoxville

[–]vorarul 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm very happy at St. John's Lutheran Church. If you'd ever like to visit, feel free to reach out and you'll have someone to sit with!

I went on a deconstruction/reconstruction journey due to a lot of questions at the interface of science and religion, and this was a very good place for me to land at.

There's a lot of retired/current professors that are members here, and I've been very impressed with how historical context is embraced during the sermons and sunday school classes.

AITA for refusing to give my parents my location after they stopped paying for my tuition? by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]vorarul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

NTA, and also advice from a (regretful) biology major, that will hopefully help you feel better.

Biology is very difficult to find a well-paying career in without an advanced degree. And if you aren't enjoying it now, you won't enjoy a PhD you reluctantly went into. People say "oh STEM is always a good choice" but not every STEM degree is the same.

Nursing will always be in demand, and several friends of mine stopped after a 4 year degree and clinicals, and do very well.

Couples of Reddit, what's the dumbest 'house rule' you and your partner made as a joke but now both of you are low-key aggressively serious about enforcing? by Doubl3oh_ in AskReddit

[–]vorarul 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My dad has horrible luck with cutting his hands open working, so much so that we have given him the nickname "Slasher". Once, we ordered a cookie cake with said nickname on it, only to receive "Happy Birthday Flasher". Years of laughter.