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 9/26/15 4:35 PM |
| Donny Brook | | Isles of Langerhans | |  |  |
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Far be it from me to cast aspersions on the lady's faith or church denominational beliefs (we can do that later, right?).
My initial reaction to the story was to look at it like a non-Christian would--they would ask, what does 'powerful testimony' mean?
They might think of a jury trial--that's where 'testimony' is usually heard.
But I realize that 'powerful testimony' is code language for many evangelicals (I think mainline denominational types like Episcopalians, Lutherans, Methodists, and Presbyterians, would not have any idea what it means, no moreso than any pagan you find on the street) to mean something totally different.
As to non-Christians coming to this website to read the comments on news--good luck with that! I would hope they would look first at most downloaded sermons, or Sermon Picks recommended by the website.
I do not think many show up here, so this is mostly a discussion 'between us girls.'
If you doubt this, then ask yourself this question: how often have I gone to a Muslim website to read how Muslims interpret the recent news about Trump, the Pope's visit to Cuba, etc.? Have I gone to a Jehovah's Witnesses or Mormon or Seventh Day Adventist website for any reason at all? |
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| 9/26/15 12:02 PM |
| Donny Brook | | East of Eden | | | |
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I think the issue of vaccination has been debated regularly here, due to the confusion caused by a law firm that stands to earn millions of dollars from 'proving' a link between autism and vaccinations.
In the meantime, I did a quick search at the Center for Disease Control from Atlanta, Georgia (sorry, Braves fans, for that loss last night, but 11 runs ain't bad). They say this about measles around the world:Measles is still common in other countries. The virus is highly contagious and can spread rapidly in areas where people are not vaccinated. Worldwide, an estimated 20 million people get measles and 146,000 people die from the disease each year—that equals about 400 deaths every day or about 17 deaths every hour. So, if you want your child to get the vaccination, you are deliberately setting them up for a chance to die that is: 146,000 divided by 20 million = 0.0073, or a 7 out of a thousand chance. |
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| 9/26/15 11:26 AM |
| Donny Brook | | East of Eden | | | |
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I had to check the source of this story, first, because, judging from all the news coverage of his visit, global warming and immigration were the main reasons for his visit, and on both counts he agreed completely with the current Administration views.
Previous to his US visit, in his visit to Cuba, he said nothing about the lack of political freedom there, or the economic system there that keeps so many poor. It's not wonder Cuba has no immigration problem--no one wants to go there!
It's obvious to one and all that the Pope is a leftist in the mold of Argentina's Juan Peron. Of course, it should be no wonder that a man who heads a huge organization can only see problems solved by huge organizations like the US govt. When the only tool you have is a hammer, you think you can use it to solve all your problems! |
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| 9/26/15 10:38 AM |
| Donny Brook | | East of Eden | | | |
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I hope it was a KJV Bible that he waved around. Of the dozen or so regular posters on this website, that could be a decisive factor in their support of Trump.
I think he has brought out many people who would not think of voting for someone like Governor Rick Perry of Texas (oh, that's right, he's out) or Governor Scott Walker of Wisconsin (oh, that's right, he's dropped out, too).
I heard Senator Rubio say in an interview on the Townhall radio show that Trump had done some good by bringing to the forefront various issues.
Trump also illustrates the fact that politics is a rich man's game. Rubio, for example, is supported by a car dealer from Miami, Norman Braman (no, I don't think he sells diesel VWs that violate Clean Air Act standards when they are not being tested). Name the other candidate and 'follow the money' to see who is in control.
On the other hand, politics is an arena that makes Ordinary Joe feel important--people are asking for his vote--when the reality is that his vote counts for no more than the dead person that is still on the rolls, or the drunk down the street who wakes up on Election Day and stumbles into the polling station. |
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