Although I think that this should go in Tilted Philosophy, as this topic has certainly already been discussed at length, I must reply to Pastor Tim, as his request for civility was refreshing.
Tim, you quote sayings that support open-mindness,
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Originally Posted by PastorTim
"A closed mind is a dying mind." ~ Edna Ferber, Novelist
"A closed mind is a good thing to lose." ~ Anonymous
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And I am left wondering if your mind is open. Can you hold an open mind while serving on the advisory board of a local PCC? (btw, wtf is a ppc? Pregnancy Career Centre? Pregnancy Counselling Centre?)
Obviously pro-life, have you closed your mind to the alternatives, and to the consequences of the end-state in your policy choices? If so, then I caution you to not be so hasty in posting cute quotes proposing open-mindness in the future. If not, can you give detail on your inner struggle to remain open-minded while still taking personal action in such a stark and extreme way?
There are times in my life when I struggle to find a strong moral ground to walk on, and I can only imagine what it is like for anybody else.
It is not that I take offence to anything you are saying, and actually the opposite is true. What I am struggling with is your use of the quotes, yet in my view, your mind is made up already, thus "Closing" your mind on the entire subject. Can you help me understand your use of the term "open mind"? I fear that our definitions differ greatly.
Blessings to you and yours.