Updated Forum Rules/Standard

[creator]

I have updated the forum rules/standard and wanted to start this thread for questions and/or discussion...

This website exists to provide a forum for liberty-minded individuals to associate and discuss Liberty in light of the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ.

By participating on ldsfreedomforum.com, you agree to abide by the standards of the forum as posted here.

All who can abide by these standards are welcome on the forum, Latter-day Saints and non-members alike.

Discussion on this forum should be respectful, edifying, and should reflect honorably on our responsibility as stewards of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

As disciples of Christ, may we reflect His example. May we take upon ourselves His name and stand as witnesses of Him at all times and in all places.

Let us stand with Captain Moroni and others in proclaiming Liberty. "In memory of our God, our religion, and freedom, and our peace, our wives, and our children."

"Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is Liberty" (2 Cor. 3: 17)

The Forum Administrator and/or Moderators may warn and/or banish users who demonstrate that they are unwilling or unable to maintain the standards of the forum.

Link to official forum rules/standard: http://ldsfreedomforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=18&t=1800

[Like]

It is a higher standard and I like it.

[creator]

It is a higher standard and I like it.

Yes.

I want the forum to cater more towards what you might call a "liberty investigator" someone in the process of learning the principles of freedom, waking up to our awful situation, or even just figuring out if there's anything good going on at this forum.

I want that type of person to feel that this forum is a good place to be... and I want other members of this forum to not put people down who aren't at the same level of understanding, or maybe are still 'shaking off' their ignorance (a process I know many of us, myself included, have been through).

It might take some time and transitioning but I hope eventually that's what people experience on the forum.

Also, I'm willing to banish people who can't handle the higher standard (and if you know my nature, that's not an easy thing for me to do, but it's necessary in maintaining a higher standard).

[foodstr2]

I think that's a wise move. It will keep your forum "cleaner". I don't visit daily, but I'm glad to see the improvement.

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[sbsion]

congrats..........I agree..........sbsion

[Swan Song]

You have my support. I don't like contention. It drives the spirit away.

[joelfarm]

Thank you Brian for clarifying the forum rules. Too many times I have witnessed forums of like-minded individuals self-destruct over petty disagreements. While it is fine and good and in most instances healthy to receive criticism, we need to be civil toward one another. In this day it is far too common to find outright hostility and needless belittlement of our fellow citizens. As Latter-Day Saints we MUST hold ourselves to standards such as those you espouse. This standard is part of the reason I still peruse your wonderful forum. Thank you again, for your endeavors.

[creator]

Thank you Brian for clarifying the forum rules. Too many times I have witnessed forums of like-minded individuals self-destruct over petty disagreements. While it is fine and good and in most instances healthy to receive criticism, we need to be civil toward one another. In this day it is far too common to find outright hostility and needless belittlement of our fellow citizens. As Latter-Day Saints we MUST hold ourselves to standards such as those you espouse. This standard is part of the reason I still peruse your wonderful forum. Thank you again, for your endeavors.

And the easy way to maintain such a standard is for each of us to self-govern...

If that doesn't happen it becomes difficult, and a burden on those who have accepted a role as moderator's on the forum. (after all... you can't force someone to be righteous, but with those who refuse - banishment is a justifiable option.)

[creator]

FYI, I have updated the forum rules... it's sort of a mix of the newer "standard" and the more specifically defined rules that were previously posted, with a few additions and changes.

Here is a link to the official rules. Feel free to discuss here on this thread. Also, the rules are quoted below:

This website exists to provide a forum for liberty-minded individuals to associate and discuss Liberty in light of the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ. We welcome all to the forum, Latter-day Saints and non-members alike.

By participating on ldsfreedomforum.com, you agree to abide by the standards of the forum as posted here.

All who can abide by these standards are welcome on the forum, Latter-day Saints and non-members alike.

Discussion on this forum should be respectful, edifying, and should reflect honorably on our responsibility as stewards of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

As disciples of Christ, may we reflect His example. May we take upon ourselves His name and stand as witnesses of Him at all times and in all places.

Let us stand with Captain Moroni and others in proclaiming Liberty. "In memory of our God, our religion, and freedom, and our peace, our wives, and our children."

"Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is Liberty" (2 Cor. 3: 17)

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By participating on ldsfreedomforum.com you agree to abide by the above standard and the following rules:

1) No profanity. No inappropriate sexual content.

2) No apostate behavior. No evil speaking of the "Lord's Anointed". Do not promote teachings that directly conflict with Church doctrine.

3) These forums will not be used for personal advancement of any form, except in accordance with the purpose of this website and forum. (If you choose to continually focus on any specific topic we may ask that your discussion of that topic be limited to a single thread/topic on the forum.)

4) Be kind. No personal attacks or threats. No defamation of character, libel, slander, etc. Also, no Trolls and no baiting.

5) If you cannot backup a claim made about another person your posts may be deleted. (i.e. If you disagree with someone, "attack the message, not the messenger").

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The Forum Administrator and/or Moderators may warn and/or banish users who demonstrate that they are unwilling or unable to maintain the standards of the forum.

If you disagree with the actions of a Moderator or the Forum Administrator you may address your concerns privately by contacting the Forum Administrator, making such concerns public may result in warning or banishment.

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Sincerely,

Brian M.
LDS Freedom Forum Administrator.

(last modified March 20, 2011)

[believer]

I certainly agree with those rules and standards. I'm glad to hear them.

Thank you.


Believer