As fellow bloggers, do any of you dislike anonymous comments?
I had them disabled for a while, but that blocked a non-blogging friend of mine who liked to comment from time to time.
Well, yesterday I received an anonymous comment on a 2008 post! Yep, 2008. How crazy. I have to admit it really ticked me OFF. Normally it takes a lot to make me this angry, but this person called me RACIST.
What?!?!? Ok, obviously the person doesn’t know me. I sent the comment to a couple of my real-life friends and one of my friends ended her reply with this statement, “I’m sorry, Friend. Anyone who knows you, knows your heart (which couldn’t be prejudice if it tried).” (Thanks Con.)
I guess I shouldn’t have let it anger me like it did (OR sinned by replying in anger), but I have seen this type of attitude throughout the USA when it comes to election time. I don’t understand why people who choose to be conservative are labeled racist. Could someone please explain that to me? I didn’t like Clinton either — am I anti-white? Huh?
I pray for our president. I want all to be well in our country. But that does not mean I agree with him.
I’m not trying to stir up controversy, but leaving an anonymous comment that rips into someone is just cowardly and childish. To me, if someone feels strongly about her convictions, she shouldn’t cower but share her face and name.
Changing the course of this a little. I know that people get heated over Democrat or Republican issues, but guess what? Neither of those parties hold the answer. GOD is the One who can fix our nation. Only God. Everyone in the USA needs to fall on our faces before the Lord and cry out for His mercy.
2 Chronicles 7:14
if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.
I guess it was perfect timing for me to be accused yesterday. With the 4th of July just around the corner, I pray all Christian Americans will fight for what this country was formed to be — FREE with Christian values.
You’ve GOT to take a second (seriously, you won’t regret it) and listen to a verse you don’t often hear from the National Anthem of the United States of America.
Beth, I have really had no problems with anoymous comments. They have been really positive for me. I find when I do get even an comment from anoynmous or someone on an old post, usually they were doing some kind of search on some kind of topic. Blessings to you dear one.
Look at it this way – someone came, read your words, and was moved enough to comment. 'Nuf said. Keep preaching! You say it so well!
DON'T delete this, Beth. Most of the anonymous comments I get are advertising for things I wouldn't touch with a ten-foot pole. And, by the way, I agree with you (and LOVE your blog look – can't believe how long it's been since I stopped by here!).
The great thing about blogging is that you can moderate your comments. I don't remember how, but somewhere you select to review comments before posting. You then get an email notifying you of a comment, then you go to the page and select whether or not to post. It doesn't change the fact that YOU read it, but at least you can decide whether you want someone else to read it. It's very helpful when someone makes ugly, mean comments (like calling a total stranger a racist simply because they disagree with the president). That's the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard, but it's the only thing they can say without having to face the fact that they are wrong.
I don't understand people who attack someone else for being a racist, while they are being judgemental? It's like a violent war protest…does that make any sense?
Wow! That second verse was truly amazing!!!
It's true we don't normally sing the second verse…"our mottoo, in God we trust." That's it. Thanks for this…It's great.
I have mine disabled, so I don't ever get them.
I have an aunt that will turn everything anyone says into a political debate.
You're right, only God can help us! Our future has already been written. No matter who's in office.
There are some people out there and if things aren't they way they like it, they call people names. Just don't take it personally, they sometimes suck.
Loved the Marine singing, came to tears.
Do not stress another minute over this sis, love you.
I've received my share of mean anonymous comments too… I get so ticked! But then I have to remember that as much as I share my heart on my blog- those anonymous commenters probably haven't read enough to know the true me… Have you read some of the hurtful comments MckMama gets daily!!! I don't think I could handle that! You are awesome… Love your blog!
Comments are like…
Well, never mind. Anyhow, everyone has an opinion and some people share theirs in a less than graceful manner.
Personally, I've enjoyed peeking through your archives and I am glad someone else felt compelled to do so, as well. Maybe they will find the blessings in them that I have; and if not, the seed for those blessings was at least planted.
Amen Denise.
Smile beloved Beth. It's a snare by the wicked one.. trying to steal your joy.
I get angry towards the wicked one attacking fellow members of the Body.. I love you all.. Let me help if you're still in the trap –
Be strong in the Lord, and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Take the Sword of the Spirit.. Stand.. Fight –
It is written – In Him, you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, He has overcome the world.
It is written – If the Son sets you free, you are free indeed!
It is written – Greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world.
Peace be still. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He3sRNPXBsI
These things I have spoken to you while being present with you. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you. Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you.. not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Now dust off, and march on towards the goal Christian soldier! 🙂
Ahhh.. joy. 🙂 These things I have spoken to you, that His joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full. 🙂
Praise praise the Father Praise the Son.. Praise praise the Spirit 3 in 1.. Oh Praise Him.. Oh Praise Him.. Hallelujah.. Hallelujah.. Hallelujah. I'm in a song mode tonight:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYhJbc3slWU
In love..
joseph
Amen Denise.
Smile beloved Beth. It's a snare by the wicked one.. trying to steal your joy.
I get angry towards the wicked one attacking fellow members of the Body.. I love you all.. Let me help if you're still in the trap –
Be strong in the Lord, and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Take the Sword of the Spirit.. Stand.. Fight –
It is written – In Him, you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, He has overcome the world.
It is written – If the Son sets you free, you are free indeed!
It is written – Greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world.
Peace be still. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=He3sRNPXBsI
These things I have spoken to you while being present with you. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you. Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you.. not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Now dust off, and march on towards the goal Christian soldier! 🙂
Ahhh.. joy. 🙂 These things I have spoken to you, that His joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full. 🙂
Praise praise the Father Praise the Son.. Praise praise the Spirit 3 in 1.. Oh Praise Him.. Oh Praise Him.. Hallelujah.. Hallelujah.. Hallelujah. I'm in a song mode tonight:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYhJbc3slWU
In love..
joseph