I am reposting an article here that was submitted the other day by another member here. However, before I post the article, I would like to offer the following comments. Rather than interacting with doctrinal differences using Scriptural references for support, this member WILLFULLY chooses to make a deliberate attempt to impugn my personal character and my integrity. (can't attack the argument, attack the person) Since, she cannot appeal to Scripture for her argument, she is reduced down to appealing to SECULAR ANTICHRISTIAN psychology. In clear terms, she must operate from demonic presuppositions and definitions in order to lay charge against a man of God. This is a common enemy tactic.
I have been exposed to this type of ridicule many times before. (I count it a joy) I was even once told that I suffer from a "Messianic comlplex" :laugh: I wonder if Jesus suffered from a "Messianic complex", too?? :laugh:
You can find my Biblical response to this foolishness here:
Some people have been so badly abused and damaged in there life that they have no idea how to interact with others in a courteous and loving way�They most often are sand box bullies�they lash out because it is all they know how to do�Their papa probably was a controlling and abusive person or possibly the mama�maybe they drank a lot or had other issues that could be deemed morally unacceptable�A child growing up in this kind of home most often becomes much like the person that abused them without even realizing it�Some Professionals in Behavior Sciences call it Narcissistic Personality Disorder�the person feels Unloved and Unaccepted by Society as a whole�the person is Insecure and a Loaner�
They don�t want to be Alone�however�they Push People Away�and then attempt to settle any animosity betwixt them selves and others that they disagree with by saying��I�m sorry� in some form�However it doesn�t take much time before they are doing the very thing they apologized for with no remorse�Some behavior Professionals call this Narcissistic behavior with underlying Bi-Polar-Schizophrenia-Dual Personality Dysfunction�Whatever its termed and what ever �Box� those Pro�s put it in or �Label� it�the fact and truth is�The person has serious issues, not only with men and women but also self�Control issues�Dominance issues�and Sin issues�Its no wonder they are always alone and struggling with the battle betwixt the flesh and the spirit�I pray and forgive such as these because that is what Yahweh would have us to do�xo
Mar 11:25 And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.
Luk 11:4 And forgive us our sins; for we also forgive every one that is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil.
WikiPedia definition - Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Persons diagnosed with a Narcissistic Personality Disorder are characterized by unwarranted feelings of self-importance. They have a sense of entitlement and demonstrate grandiosity in their beliefs and behavior. They have a strong need for admiration, but lack feelings of empathy. These qualities are usually defenses against a deep feeling of inferiority and of being unloved
WikiPedia definition - Symptoms �
Symptoms of this disorder, as defined by the DSM-IV-TR include:
�Expects to be recognized as superior and special, without superior accomplishments
�Expects constant attention, admiration and positive reinforcement from others
�Envies others and believes others envy him/her
�Is preoccupied with thoughts and fantasies of great success, enormous attractiveness, power, intelligence
�Lacks the ability to empathize with the feelings or desires of others
�Is arrogant in attitudes and behavior
�Has expectations of special treatment that are unrealistic
Per the Mayo Clinic, narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by dramatic, emotional behavior, which is in the same category as antisocial and borderline personality disorders.
Narcissistic personality disorder symptoms may include:
�Believing that you're better than others
�Fantasizing about power, success and attractiveness
�Exaggerating your achievements or talents
�Expecting constant praise and admiration
�Believing that you're special and acting accordingly
�Failing to recognize other people's emotions and feelings
�Expecting others to go along with your ideas and plans
�Taking advantage of others
�Expressing disdain for those you feel are inferior
Prov. 26:5 Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit.
Since this member is so fond of the DSM-IV-TR. Let's see what else it has to offer. Shall we?
Passive Aggressive Personality Disorder ----
What is Passive Aggressive Personality Disorder?
According to the DSM IV, the essential symptoms are a continuous pattern of negativistic attitudes and passive resistance to demands for adequate performance in social and occupational situations. This behavior usually begins in early adulthood. However it is also seen in childhood. These individuals frequently resent and resist demands to function at a level expected by others. It is commonly seen in the workplace, but also commonly seen in marriages and other relationships. The behavior is expressed by procrastination, forgetfulness, stubbornness, and intentional inefficiency. It is a very common response to a task assigned by someone in authority. When asked to do a certain task, individuals will not do the task, or if they do, may hide the fact it was done. They may call in sick the day the assignment is due. These individuals consistently externalize blame onto others. They take no responsibility for their actions. They become very argumentative. They are very cynical and skeptical. These individuals are envious of others, and resentful of their peers. They have few friends, and usually seek out individuals in their peer network that may be less fortunate than them. They are excellent at looking for sympathy from others. They frequently apologize and state that things will be much better in the future, and usually beg for �another chance.� Their self-confidence is extremely poor, despite a false presentation of assertiveness. They often appear to be confident, tout everything is okay, and make false promises that are inconsistently kept. Acting out is frequent in terms of verbal assaults and then rationalized away that it was out of humor or �just a joke.� In reality the intent was clear harm and possible humiliation of another party.These individuals have extreme difficulty with confrontation, and do not no do well with their behavior being pointed out. This cycle is repetitive and part of this reason is due to the fact they find someone to fill their need for sympathy. Some of these characteristics are also found in individuals with borderline personality disorder, as well as antisocial and avoidant personality disorders.
As indicated above, these individuals usually have issues with those in authority, and it is often revealed in therapy that they have had very domineering parents, either maternal or paternal, who have placed them in situations where they have had to avoid tasks at hand, becoming very manipulative, and excelling at putting things off. It is not uncommon for these individuals to wrap themselves in a cloak of �poor me� syndrome.
What are the causes of Passive Aggressive Personality Disorder?
This disorder is clearly harbored in early and middle childhood; observing very dysfunctional parents, learning the behavior, and learning unhealthy coping mechanisms.
What is the treatment of Passive Aggressive Personality Disorder?
Treatment for these individuals usually requires a long process. These patients for the most part have difficulty looking and assessing their behavior. They may eventually see their shortcomings, however will rationalize away their behavior, trying to justify it. One of the goals of therapy is to try to promote self-confidence in these individuals by helping them realize how they are impeding their own success. If they change their behavior, they can become more successful at their jobs, and move up the occupational ladder. It is also important to point out to them their cynical natures. However this should attempted in the first month or two of sessions, as these individuals may quit therapy and run. There is some secondary gain obtained from their behavior. Subsequently, if these individuals can learn to get their secondary gain from other sources and in a more healthy and productive manner, some of the passive-aggressive behavior should dissipate over time.
As with any personality disorder, relapse is very common. In therapy, we try to give individuals tools to work with, so they can catch when their behavior occurs, and there is always an open door policy, and individuals should understand that they can come back at any time for a �tune-up,� if you will, when they do relapse.
This was her retaliation for a post in which I highlighted an unbiblical statement that was made here on the forum (without naming her). I then go on to show from Scripture why the statement is not Biblical. You can find that here:
You know ladies are not like us men. We can switch off our emotion and work only in our logical mind, right? That is not so with women, right? They always have their emotions with them in all the do and all they think, right?
As a man and a leader in this site what will it proffit to aggitate such emotion?
I see you work from your logical mind here and little emotion but is it wrong for a woman to work from her emotional experiencial mind?
"You know ladies are not like us men. We can switch off our emotion and work only in our logical mind, right? That is not so with women, right? They always have their emotions with them in all the do and all they think, right?"
I don�t think you�re trying to slam women, but I think you have bought into the modern-day hag-wash about women. The Bible says that we are self-controlled and of a sound mind. Someone without the fruit of the Spirit, yes, can be emotionally crazy not a person (WOMAN) who is led by the Spirit!!!!! I�m sorry, G-d Himself is logical; yes we can think out of our emotions before prayer but they are not the controlling factor G-d is!!!!!
By the way I am not saying men are better� G-d mad us both different � I�m saying crazy it not from being a woman �crazy� (emotionally) is from not being led by the Spirit.
