Community Rules

Agape Social reflects our faith and values, so we ask that all sparks, comments, photos, blog posts, and group discussions maintain decorum and respect. Do not share anything you would not want to see in the church bulletin or on the front page of a newspaper. In other words, if you would not say it in front of your pastor or your pastor's wife, do not post it. Our online interactions should mirror the respect and love we exhibit in our church community.

Do not post anything about illegal activity, which includes, but is not limited to, drug use, excessive alcohol consumption, or illicit sexual activities. Agape Social mirrors the law-abiding principles of our faith community. Any content that violates this rule will be promptly removed, and the account may be suspended or banned.

In line with our commitment to maintaining a respectful, safe, and moral environment, bullying, hateful, or vulgar language is strictly prohibited. Despite the casual nature of online communication, we must remember our obligation to uphold the values of our faith. Violating this rule will result in a warning initially; if this behavior continues, the member may be banned from Agape Social. Please report any such incidents using the Report link on sparks, comments, profiles, and other content.

Protecting our members' privacy is paramount. Please do not post phone numbers, email addresses, or other personal information. Do not include private information when posting prayer requests unless the person who needs prayer has given explicit consent for it to be included. Respecting each other's boundaries is a crucial aspect of our fellowship, and any breach of this rule will be taken very seriously.

Do not post spam or irrelevant comments, including links to malicious websites, click-baiting links, illegal content, bulk messaging, or ads. An irrelevant comment has nothing in common with the discussed topic. Duplicate sparks and repeated posts are also considered spamming. Violating this rule, which is in place to maintain a positive and relevant discussion environment, will result in the immediate removal of the offending content and a warning to the member. Repeated violators may be banned.

We are all here to fellowship with other Apostolic Pentecostals. Differences in perspectives are bound to arise, but it is essential to treat each other with respect and kindness at all times. Healthy debates are natural, but must be conducted in a spirit of mutual respect and understanding. Remember, our unity lies in our shared faith, not in uniformity of opinions. Any form of disrespect or unkind behavior will not be tolerated on Agape Social.

We ask that members avoid posting graphic videos or photos in sparks, profile photos, or group discussions. Please remember that some members may be more sensitive than others, and such content can be offensive or disturbing, even if that was not the intent. Always consider the feelings and sensitivities of other members before posting. Any posts containing graphic content will be removed, and repeated offenses could result in a ban.

Controversial topics can be a part of our discussions as long as the intent is to learn and not to stir up controversy. We encourage open dialogues and a thirst for understanding, but content that undermines the foundational principles of our doctrine will not be tolerated. If it is determined by an administrator that a spark, comment, or post was intended to incite controversy, the content will be deleted, and the member may face a ban.

Content from false prophets, false teachers, prosperity preachers, and Trinity preachers, as well as promoting doctrines such as Divine Flesh, contradict our Apostolic Pentecostal beliefs and is not allowed. This rule aims to maintain the purity of our faith and the integrity of our discussions, ensuring that they remain rooted in our shared Apostolic Pentecostal doctrines. Content violating this rule will be removed promptly, and repeated disregard may result in a ban.

Agape Social is a spiritual community, not a place for member-driven selling or self-promotion. Do not sell products or services, advertise, or promote your own website, book, or other commercial offerings in sparks, comments, profile content, or elsewhere on the site. This includes content that solicits others to buy products or services or links meant to drive sales or traffic to outside commercial pages, even when related to our faith. We aim to keep fellowship focused on spiritual growth, free from unsolicited commercial distractions. In the future, Agape Social plans to add a marketplace for administration-approved items; until that feature is available, unauthorized selling and promotion are not allowed. Any content found breaking this rule will be promptly removed.