52 hours is a lonnng time

[JONATHAN B SPARKS]

Immediately after you got banned for racist comments, in a thread you created where you were trying to defend yourself, you used the term "Uncle Tom" and also "The wrong blacks". It's no surprise you can't figure out what you did wrong.

Are the blacks who agree with me the correct blacks from which The IF and y'all would like me to form my opinions? If not, should I describe them, (in this context), as the "blacks with whom I agree?" Do you see how shrill you are over what you must pe4rceive as the holy race what shall not be blasphemed? I'm the last one on this site hurt in the butt.

Even my What Do You Meme guy (uh oh. is that R?) has probably attributed things to racism that would not have panned out any different if he were white. There's certainly things about which he's unsure, don't you think?

I sure wouldn't want to reread the threads. That's why I haven't. But, before you label me R, produce a logical argument for it. No spinny spin.

 

[Markthebroker]

Are the blacks who agree with me the correct blacks from which The IF and y'all would like me to form my opinions? If not, should I describe them, (in this context), as the "blacks with whom I agree?" Do you see how shrill you are over what you must pe4rceive as the holy race what shall not be blasphemed?

Jesus man, you still don't get it. You just don't get it. It's not just me you need to be worried about. I personally don't care, and rarely get offended. It's you that's going to get banned again, and it won't be by me. And yes, it will likely be because you haven't phrased your opinions properly. Again.

 

[JONATHAN B SPARKS]

Jesus man, you still don't get it. You just don't get it. It's not just me you need to be worried about. I personally don't care, and rarely get offended. It's you that's going to get banned again, and it won't be by me. And yes, it will likely be because you haven't phrased your opinions properly. Again.

Why you want to use His name as a cuss word? Sending a signal that Christians shouldn't feel at ease around you?

Hey Mark, did you ever use the N word or "tard?"

 

[JONATHAN B SPARKS]

So, it's a no on the forgiveness?

 

[JONATHAN B SPARKS]

Uh oh. I did a search for "tard" on the forum. Shame, shame, shame.

 

[JONATHAN B SPARKS]

I just remembered. Christopher Westfall seems like a good Christian. I didn't say perfect. I wonder if he'd give to Christian's fundraiser, the young man I referenced in a different thread.

 

[JONATHAN B SPARKS]

You know, I HAVE actually contributed to the discussion in terms of helpful information for agents. You probably should curb the blasphemy. Even if your client has used it themselves, you never know if they've been converted since you last met. You're welcome.

 

[shonceman]

Are the blacks who agree with me the correct blacks from which The IF and y'all would like me to form my opinions? If not, should I describe them, (in this context), as the "blacks with whom I agree?" Do you see how shrill you are over what you must pe4rceive as the holy race what shall not be blasphemed? I'm the last one on this site hurt in the butt.

Even my What Do You Meme guy (uh oh. is that R?) has probably attributed things to racism that would not have panned out any different if he were white. There's certainly things about which he's unsure, don't you think?

I sure wouldn't want to reread the threads. That's why I haven't. But, before you label me R, produce a logical argument for it. No spinny spin.

Jonathan, you're far too defensive and reactionary. So, try not to react to this, because I'm saying it as a helpful correction, which you've invited. When you say "the blacks" it sounds racist. In the Jim Crow South, and also in African and Indian nations ruled by Imperial England, "the blacks" was used dismissively and carried a connotation of inferiority. For many African American people, this is still in their recent memory.

The same is true for some other ethnicities, e.g., "the Mexicans", "the Jews", etc. It's subtle, but it's the language of oppression. Whether you mean it that way is irrelevant. What matters is how it's perceived by the people to whom you're referring.

I'm sure you do your best to live by "the Golden Rule" as Jesus stated in Luke 6:31 - "And as you desire that men should do to you, you do also to them likewise." A proper application of that instruction would include the thought that I should endeavor to treat people the way I would want to be treated if I were them, i.e., in their position, with their life experiences, etc. This means that I want to be extra cautious about things that could be taken offensively, even if I believe they shouldn't be. So, instead of "the Jews", say "Jewish people". Instead of "the blacks", say "black people". (Even though in some PC circles, using "black" at all is frowned upon, at least adding "people" to it sounds less dismissive.)

It also means that I'm aware that as an older white man, I might have to overcome a perception of racism on the part of a person who has experienced real racism from real racists. I don't find that too difficult. For the most part, just treating people with dignity and respect seems to melt away resistance. But I'm also aware that I can lose ground by saying something that feels abrasive to that person. So, I try to put myself in their shoes as I interact.

(BTW - Please note that I have at no point called you a racist. But you do seem unaware of some pertinent details that could make you appear as such.)

 

[JONATHAN B SPARKS]

Jonathan, you're far too defensive and reactionary. So, try not to react to this, because I'm saying it as a helpful correction, which you've invited. When you say "the blacks" it sounds racist. In the Jim Crow South, and also in African and Indian nations ruled by Imperial England, "the blacks" was used dismissively and carried a connotation of inferiority. For many African American people, this is still in their recent memory.

The same is true for some other ethnicities, e.g., "the Mexicans", "the Jews", etc. It's subtle, but it's the language of oppression. Whether you mean it that way is irrelevant. What matters is how it's perceived by the people to whom you're referring.

I'm sure you do your best to live by "the Golden Rule" as Jesus stated in Luke 6:31 - "And as you desire that men should do to you, you do also to them likewise." A proper application of that instruction would include the thought that I should endeavor to treat people the way I would want to be treated if I were them, i.e., in their position, with their life experiences, etc. This means that I want to be extra cautious about things that could be taken offensively, even if I believe they shouldn't be. So, instead of "the Jews", say "Jewish people". Instead of "the blacks", say "black people". (Even though in some PC circles, using "black" at all is frowned upon, at least adding "people" to it sounds less dismissive.)

It also means that I'm aware that as an older white man, I might have to overcome a perception of racism on the part of a person who has experienced real racism from real racists. I don't find that too difficult. For the most part, just treating people with dignity and respect seems to melt away resistance. But I'm also aware that I can lose ground by saying something that feels abrasive to that person. So, I try to put myself in their shoes as I interact.

(BTW - Please note that I have at no point called you a racist. But you do seem unaware of some pertinent details that could make you appear as such.)

Thanks, I'm here to learn and I will take that to heart. How uncouth of me. We should probably also tighten up on the blaspheme and the tard, the lies and baseless accusations, don't you think? It's not very couth either. If you take one thing for me I hope it's that you you're getting the genuine me, I wish the best for everyone, I feel like UNUM is what's needed most, and I feel like the biggest solution is for us to face some difficult truths. When it comes to laying those out, I ain't scared. I got Candice in my corner and it's out of love that I take the risk to do so. I got to tell you Choncey. I'm surprised I haven't gotten more likes from people like you. Not that I care that much about likes. But, you have witnessed me concisely dismantle atheism, the Democrat party and the concept that the whites hold responsibility for the racial unrest these days. I simply don't see that. It's a false narrative and I think we would agree. There is only one truth. Everything else is a counterproductive lie. That's the biggest contributor to racial conflict today. I do feel like I'm abiding by the Golden rule. When I review my comments I see no evidence to the contrary. Check this out, these guys are good. Hope you have a lovely day

 

[JONATHAN B SPARKS]

Sorry, I was in the spa responding on my phone when my neighbor rang my Ring. He's a very nice man who happens to be black and knows who he can trust for Medicare. The Lord's blessed me with two new clients and I'm not even tryin.