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lees1975

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4. I'd say, use your intellect and reason to figure it out, and

Reply to Skittles (Reply #3)

Wed Jul 16, 2025, 12:32 AM

Jul 16

don't throw the baby out with the bathwater.

Name a value of life and growth that is not Christian in its origin in this society. Just one. The faith I practice values simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality and stewardship (which includes both environmental value and trust, and social justice) These are all part of real life and growth. It also values individual conscience and the value of human reason and intellect, and does not demand, or even require adherence to a particular belief in God's identity.

Ditching toxic religion, of course.

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Baylor University takes a step backward in refusing a grant from the Baugh Foundation [View all] lees1975 Jul 15 OP

I thought it might be Sammy Baugh, but he went to TCU. rsdsharp Jul 15 #1

John Baugh was the founder of Sysco Foods. A generous multi-billionaire. lees1975 Jul 15 #2

if you want real life and real growth Skittles Jul 15 #3

I'd say, use your intellect and reason to figure it out, and lees1975 Jul 16 #4

religion is NOT required to be a decent person Skittles Jul 16 #5