You are probably on to something here, David. I cannot say for sure.
Anyone who loves the Lord will, if for no other reason than to be
obedient, love the Lord's people. I am saying that I could not see it
in the way she responded to people. Judy is not the only one on here to
affect me that way. I see the same thing in myself and others at times.
David Miller wrote:
I have a very easy time seeing Judy as a very loving person. Others have
expressed much grief over her posts, and much of the time I am somewhat
surprised by such responses. Nevertheless, your advice here I think is very
helpful if Judy will hear it. While I see a lot of love in Judy and her
posts, she does have a tendency not to be able to hear the other side. This
is not necessarily a bad thing. Many times in attempting to hear the other
side, we ourselves lose a piece of truth that we should not. Many times
Judy's posts have helped me from ignoring certain basic principles and
truths in my effort to hear the other side. Therefore, what some might see
as a defect or weakness, I see an aspect of strength in it.
Perhaps love is not the right word choice in your comments to Judy
concerning what she is lacking. Empathy is what you are really talking
about. Love is concern and care for others. I think Judy has that.
Empathy is the ability to understand and identify with another person's
feelings or difficulties. There is perhaps some room for improvement in
regards to this concerning theologians like Barth, Calvin, etc., or certain
list members like John, Lance, Gary, Bill, etc. The question really is,
should Judy be more empathic toward individuals such as these?
Peace be with you.
David Miller.
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