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Deliver Us From Scripture-citers
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Ken Olson
Mar 31, 2017, 3:06:41 AM3/31/17
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https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
agavi...@gmail.com
Mar 31, 2017, 6:33:16 AM3/31/17
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Good article.
In summary,...
"More importantly, the Bible is a sacred text, not a Cliffs Notes for federal budgeteers. No one can deny that Scripture is replete with exhortations to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and be compassionate to the downtrodden. But those injunctions are personal, not political. If they constitute a moral mandate, it is for the action of private individuals guided by conscience, not for government programs created by the state and collectively imposed through the pains and penalties of law."
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"By all means, study the Bible. Take its lessons to heart. Let those lessons guide how you live your life. Just don't confuse the word of God with a partisan political agenda."
In summary,...
"More importantly, the Bible is a sacred text, not a Cliffs Notes for federal budgeteers. No one can deny that Scripture is replete with exhortations to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and be compassionate to the downtrodden. But those injunctions are personal, not political. If they constitute a moral mandate, it is for the action of private individuals guided by conscience, not for government programs created by the state and collectively imposed through the pains and penalties of law."
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"By all means, study the Bible. Take its lessons to heart. Let those lessons guide how you live your life. Just don't confuse the word of God with a partisan political agenda."
J. Hugh Sullivan
Mar 31, 2017, 9:00:34 AM3/31/17
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On Fri, 31 Mar 2017 03:33:12 -0700 (PDT), "the_andr...@yahoo.com"
<agavi...@gmail.com> wrote:
>"If they constitute a=
> moral mandate, it is for the action of private individuals guided by consc=
>ience, not for government programs created by the state and collectively im=
The prayer of worthless people is, "Thank God for liberals".
Hugh
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> moral mandate, it is for the action of private individuals guided by consc=
>ience, not for government programs created by the state and collectively im=
>posed through the pains and penalties of law."
Liberals think square is better than round for a wheel, too.
The prayer of worthless people is, "Thank God for liberals".
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Some dued
Mar 31, 2017, 9:45:24 AM3/31/17
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How many people did Jesus label as worthless Hugh?
J. Hugh Sullivan
Mar 31, 2017, 10:08:42 AM3/31/17
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On Fri, 31 Mar 2017 06:45:21 -0700 (PDT), Some dued
<theodo...@gmail.com> wrote:
>How many people did Jesus label as worthless Hugh?
None - but what made you think I am Jesus?
<theodo...@gmail.com> wrote:
>How many people did Jesus label as worthless Hugh?
1.Jesus didn't involve government in his good works.
2. Jesus probably agreed with His Father about queers.
xyzzy
Mar 31, 2017, 10:10:11 AM3/31/17
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On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 3:06:41 AM UTC-4, Ken Olson wrote:
> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>
> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
I'm glad conservatives have come to their senses and I'll no longer hear them cite biblical verses to justify wingnut policy on same-sex marriage, abortion, prayer in schools, etc etc.
> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>
> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
michael anderson
Mar 31, 2017, 10:15:30 AM3/31/17
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xyzzy
Mar 31, 2017, 10:21:05 AM3/31/17
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xyzzy
Mar 31, 2017, 10:54:12 AM3/31/17
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On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 6:33:16 AM UTC-4, the_andr...@yahoo.com wrote:
> Good article.
>
> In summary,...
>
> "More importantly, the Bible is a sacred text, not a Cliffs Notes for federal budgeteers. No one can deny that Scripture is replete with exhortations to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and be compassionate to the downtrodden. But those injunctions are personal, not political. If they constitute a moral mandate, it is for the action of private individuals guided by conscience, not for government programs created by the state and collectively imposed through the pains and penalties of law."
It's so delicious seeing the party that based its whole reason for being on scripture-citing for a couple of decades, suddenly realize that scripture-citing isn't so great when it exposes the cafeteria nature of their biblical beliefs.
> Good article.
>
> In summary,...
>
> "More importantly, the Bible is a sacred text, not a Cliffs Notes for federal budgeteers. No one can deny that Scripture is replete with exhortations to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and be compassionate to the downtrodden. But those injunctions are personal, not political. If they constitute a moral mandate, it is for the action of private individuals guided by conscience, not for government programs created by the state and collectively imposed through the pains and penalties of law."
J. Hugh Sullivan
Mar 31, 2017, 1:02:53 PM3/31/17
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On Fri, 31 Mar 2017 07:10:08 -0700 (PDT), xyzzy <xyzzy...@gmail.com>
wrote:
RONG! Man shall not lie with man as he lies with woman.
Spin that all you wish.
wrote:
Spin that all you wish.
shiite
Mar 31, 2017, 7:03:31 PM3/31/17
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On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 2:06:41 AM UTC-5, Ken Olson wrote:
> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>
> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
I can't think of a valid reason to object to anyone, politicians included, quoting any source of inspiration, religious or otherwise. I might laugh at the absurdity (see risfc libruls), or nod in approval, but I don't see myself signing off on a sectarian muzzle.
> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>
> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
Ken Olson
Mar 31, 2017, 7:17:19 PM3/31/17
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to quote Scripture or other religious philosophy. I expect to see that
in their actions rather than listen to the expression of it.
Damon Hynes, Cyclone Ranger
Mar 31, 2017, 7:55:38 PM3/31/17
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On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 2:06:41 AM UTC-5, Ken Olson wrote:
> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>
> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
Yea, verily.
>
> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
Damon Hynes, Cyclone Ranger
Mar 31, 2017, 7:56:58 PM3/31/17
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On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 6:17:19 PM UTC-5, Ken Olson wrote:
> One of the fastest ways for a politician to get me to disregard them is
> to quote Scripture or other religious philosophy. I expect to see that
> in their actions rather than listen to the expression of it.
Bingeaux.
> One of the fastest ways for a politician to get me to disregard them is
> to quote Scripture or other religious philosophy. I expect to see that
> in their actions rather than listen to the expression of it.
RoddyMcCorley
Mar 31, 2017, 10:38:15 PM3/31/17
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--
False words are not only evil in themselves, but they infect the soul
with evil.
Pennsylvania - Tá sé difriúil anseo.
RoddyMcCorley
Mar 31, 2017, 10:43:28 PM3/31/17
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doing good by the less fortunate, as long as it is a private action.
That does not seem to be a measure of "greatness."
agavi...@gmail.com
Apr 1, 2017, 6:55:21 AM4/1/17
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It's pretty straightforward. While it is my belief that a portion of my time and income are to help those less fortunate, I don't presume that others should be forced to surrender their money for the same.
Additionally, I don't believe "government" can accomplish as much for individuals as other individuals can. A personal relationship with someone will lead to better outcomes than an impersonal one size fits all federal or state program.
Additionally, I don't believe "government" can accomplish as much for individuals as other individuals can. A personal relationship with someone will lead to better outcomes than an impersonal one size fits all federal or state program.
J. Hugh Sullivan
Apr 1, 2017, 8:12:35 AM4/1/17
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On Fri, 31 Mar 2017 22:38:15 -0400, RoddyMcCorley
<Roddy.M...@verizon.net> wrote:
>On 3/31/2017 1:02 PM, J. Hugh Sullivan wrote:
>> On Fri, 31 Mar 2017 07:10:08 -0700 (PDT), xyzzy <xyzzy...@gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 3:06:41 AM UTC-4, Ken Olson wrote:
>>>> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>>>>
>>>> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
>>>
>>> I'm glad conservatives have come to their senses and I'll no longer hear them cite biblical verses to justify wingnut policy on same-sex marriage, abortion, prayer in schools, etc etc.
>>
>> RONG! Man shall not lie with man as he lies with woman.
>>
>> Spin that all you wish.
>>
>> Hugh
<Roddy.M...@verizon.net> wrote:
>On 3/31/2017 1:02 PM, J. Hugh Sullivan wrote:
>> On Fri, 31 Mar 2017 07:10:08 -0700 (PDT), xyzzy <xyzzy...@gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 3:06:41 AM UTC-4, Ken Olson wrote:
>>>> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>>>>
>>>> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
>>>
>>> I'm glad conservatives have come to their senses and I'll no longer hear them cite biblical verses to justify wingnut policy on same-sex marriage, abortion, prayer in schools, etc etc.
>>
>> RONG! Man shall not lie with man as he lies with woman.
>>
>> Spin that all you wish.
>>
>> Hugh
>Apparently, that rule has been suspended.
I think "violated" is the word you were looking for.
J. Hugh Sullivan
Apr 1, 2017, 8:24:17 AM4/1/17
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On Fri, 31 Mar 2017 22:43:30 -0400, RoddyMcCorley
<Roddy.M...@verizon.net> wrote:
>On 3/31/2017 7:17 PM, Ken Olson wrote:
>> On 3/31/2017 7:03 PM, shiite wrote:
>>> On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 2:06:41 AM UTC-5, Ken Olson wrote:
>>>> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
>>>
>>> I can't think of a valid reason to object to anyone, politicians
>>> included, quoting any source of inspiration, religious or otherwise. I
>>> might laugh at the absurdity (see risfc libruls), or nod in approval,
>>> but I don't see myself signing off on a sectarian muzzle.
>>>
>>
>> One of the fastest ways for a politician to get me to disregard them is
>> to quote Scripture or other religious philosophy. I expect to see that
>> in their actions rather than listen to the expression of it.
>
>That is the thing I do not understand about the right. They are all for
>doing good by the less fortunate, as long as it is a private action.
>
>That does not seem to be a measure of "greatness."
Right. It's just the normal reaction of responsible people.
<Roddy.M...@verizon.net> wrote:
>On 3/31/2017 7:17 PM, Ken Olson wrote:
>> On 3/31/2017 7:03 PM, shiite wrote:
>>> On Friday, March 31, 2017 at 2:06:41 AM UTC-5, Ken Olson wrote:
>>>> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
>>>
>>> I can't think of a valid reason to object to anyone, politicians
>>> included, quoting any source of inspiration, religious or otherwise. I
>>> might laugh at the absurdity (see risfc libruls), or nod in approval,
>>> but I don't see myself signing off on a sectarian muzzle.
>>>
>>
>> One of the fastest ways for a politician to get me to disregard them is
>> to quote Scripture or other religious philosophy. I expect to see that
>> in their actions rather than listen to the expression of it.
>
>That is the thing I do not understand about the right. They are all for
>doing good by the less fortunate, as long as it is a private action.
>
>That does not seem to be a measure of "greatness."
Not doing it privately is showboating and a cry for approval that is
otherwise lacking.
The government doing it it socialism.
darkst...@gmail.com
Apr 1, 2017, 4:06:10 PM4/1/17
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Sure.
Mike
Michael Press
Apr 8, 2017, 2:51:51 AM4/8/17
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In article <obkv0c$sra$1...@dont-email.me>,
Portia on one of her suitors:
"God made him and therefore let him pass for a man."
Ouch!
Reading Shakespeare puts many quotations and misquotations in their context.
"To gild refined gold; to paint the lily; to throw perfume on the violet; ..."
--
Michael Press
Ken Olson <kol...@freedomnet.org> wrote:
> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>
> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
Merchant of Venice is a must read and particularly accessible.
> https://townhall.com/columnists/jeffjacoby/2017/03/26/deliver-us-from-scriptureciters-n2304390
>
> I think it's a good article. Short, but good.
Portia on one of her suitors:
"God made him and therefore let him pass for a man."
Ouch!
Reading Shakespeare puts many quotations and misquotations in their context.
"To gild refined gold; to paint the lily; to throw perfume on the violet; ..."
--
Michael Press
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