InSlaveryToChrist
Puritan Board Junior
4. Age Requirement. One must be 16 years of age to participate as some of the topics are of an adult nature. This is not to say we look down on youth; we do not! As Paul exhorted Timothy, "Let no man despise your youth; but be an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity." (1 Tim 4:12) Our rationale would be that of erring on the side of caution in this regard; see it as protection in this instance.
I was just wondering why the age requirement for Puritanboard membership is 16 years. My little sister, Linda, has been willing to join the PB, but she's still at the age of 14. Is this a problem? Just to let you know, she wouldn't be posting a lot on her own. Also, she probably would want me to examine her posts before sending them. So, there should be no problem as far as proper communication is concerned (although I've got to admit even my communication is confusing at best ). If you're adamant on following the given rules, I understand, no problem. However, I'd still like to hear a further reasoning behind this rule, if possible.
Thanks.