OneGod and others
There is a real difference between debate, discussion and dialogue. On this forum we do two things.. we debate (ie present our point of view, regardless of the others alternative perspective, and we discuss, (we come together and share our perspective, taking the other's perspective into consideration.)
The chats you and I are involved in are what I call dialogue.. ie we really listen to the other perspective and talk to the other as much as possible from within the other's perspective.
What does this achieve.. in my case, it produces respect, understanding and the chance to really learn truth as the other knows it. I have learned much from you and I can now for the first time in my life, understand why people choose Islam. I may not agree with you on your perspectives, but at least I know why you have them. I know, that you have the same attitude and I truly believe that only as Muslims and Christians learn to do this, can we ever break the "status quo".
We can debate and discuss issues for years and never truly understand the basis of the other's faith.. our chats are helping each of us to come to that point.
May Almighty God continue to bless us and guide us to the True light that shines in the darkness as we continue to talk.
See you later .. and peace
Carol