Effective immediately, this site will operate under the following moderation protocol. These guidelines exist to promote substantive, on-topic discussion, protect the intellectual breadth of this blog, and maintain an environment conducive to thoughtful engagement.
1. Topic Relevance
Readers are welcome to comment freely, but comments must remain germane to the subject of the specific post.
Comments that introduce unrelated topics will be removed. Repetitive insertion of the same subject into otherwise unrelated discussions will result in moderation or deletion.
This includes, but is not limited to, extended debates about historical controversies, denominational history, or personal grievances that do not relate to the post’s content.
2. Respectful Engagement
Commenters must engage one another and the author with respect.
The following behaviors will lead to removal:
Personal attacks Accusations without evidence Demeaning or inflammatory speech Preemptive moral judgment against other readers
Critique is welcome; contempt is not.
3. No Derailment or Agenda Posting
Some commenters carry strong feelings about particular historical figures, institutions, or movements. While such discussions may have their place, they cannot be allowed to colonize unrelated conversations.
Attempts to redirect every conversation to a single issue or grievance will be moderated. This blog hosts a wide range of subjects—history, theology, music, culture, governance, policy analysis, and more. Respect for this breadth is expected.
4. Dedicated Spaces for Sensitive or Narrow Topics
If readers wish to discuss topics relating to:
The Church of God movements Herbert W. Armstrong Sectarian history Personal experiences within these communities
…they are welcome to do so only in posts specifically created for that purpose.
Comments on these matters in other posts will be removed, regardless of intention.
5. Evidence and Argumentation Standards
When discussing controversial topics:
Claims must be supported with reasoning or sources Assertions framed as fact without support may be removed Repetition of unsubstantiated allegations is not permitted
This blog promotes analysis, not rumor-based discourse.
6. Frequency and Volume Management
Commenters who flood posts with long chains of comments—especially on unrelated topics—may be placed on moderation hold.
This ensures that:
The comment sections remain readable Other voices are not crowded out Discussions stay coherent
7. Moderation Discretion
The author reserves the right to:
Remove comments Limit participation Close discussions Moderate individuals whose posting patterns repeatedly violate these guidelines
Moderation decisions are final.
8. Encouragement of Constructive Dialogue
The goal of this protocol is not restriction but preservation:
Preservation of on-topic, focused discussion Preservation of intellectual diversity Preservation of a healthy space where readers can explore a variety of subjects without derailment
Thoughtful, substantive contributions are always welcome.
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