Tom,

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When I press the issue too hard however, I end up alienating myself from the people I love and from those I come in contact with.

Here's a quote that I attempt to live by yet often miserably fail.

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I must always discern that I am on the side of Scripture rather than my own arrogance or pride.

IMO, you are doing what is right before your loved ones, however, it is rarely obedient nor wise to lay ones pearls before scoffing swine.

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Denny

Roms 3:22-24

Denny

Simon Peter answered Him, "Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life." [John 6:68]