[NewBee]

A long time ago I came to the conclusion that joining a traditional glo wasn't for me as a Christian.( I know its not for everyone) One of the main biblical references for me was the verse that StrongBeauty quoted which says that you should not be bound to an unbeliever (2 Corinthians 6:14). Most greeks I know would agree that joining a greek org is a lot like marriage and despite various interpretations of that verse whether people say it refers to marriage or not, the sentiment is that we shouldn't be bound to people of different faiths. The bible says what we bind on earth will be bound in heaven. Christians know the power in their toungues and if you are making vows and the like binding yourself to people who may not be saved... I realize that seems a little extreme but I hope you get my point. The bible also says that you will know a tree by its fruits. And despite all the wonderful community service that glo's do, its sad to say its tarnished by the hazing incindents, parties, and just the elitist attitude that separates greeks from non-greeks. But regardless of all this, let's say hypothetically speaking, GOD gave someone confirmation that greek life wasn't for them for whatever reason. How many people would give it up to please GOD? Its my humble opinion that most people have a hard time being faithful in the small things, i.e tithing, not having sex outside of marriage, praying, etc., so how can you expect most people to really live their lives in a way to please GOD? How many people seek the kingdom of GOD first and wait for GOD to supply their hearts desires, self included? Getting of my soap box, I don't think GLOs are any more evil than the rest of the world and I think the church makes a mistake to imply that. I don't think they are evil at all, they do a lot of good for the community, probably sometimes more than the church as far as serving the community. But, they are definetly worldly organizations that came from roots of masonry, and much the symbolism used in glos is in direct opposition of Christianity.