God - Repulican or Democrat ?

[U2democrat]

Basically, I think this discussion has become something like this: would God drink Pepsi or Coke?

neither.....DR. PEPPER!!!!!!!!!!

 

[nbcrusader]

neither.....DR. PEPPER!!!!!!!!!!

And God is a Texan as well......

 

[Macfistowannabe]

neither.....DR. PEPPER!!!!!!!!!!

Well, it sure wasn't Pepsi, it sure wasn't Coke... I'm guessing he would think it's a pretty stupid question.

 

[pub crawler]

The referenced site has nothing to do with theology.

The referenced site has plenty to do with theology. For instance, under the heading "We are not single-issue voters," there are seven statements, each followed by references to one or more verses of scripture. The entire site is about theology.

Now, if one wants to claim that the Sojourners site doesn't have to do with the brand of theology that conservative Christians are comfortable with, well, that's understandable.

 

[nbcrusader]

The site is about politics. They do exactly what they criticize the "Religious Right" for doing.

And sprinkle some verses on top.

 

[cardosino]

The site is about politics. They do exactly what they criticize the "Religious Right" for doing.

And sprinkle some verses on top.

I guess it's down to interpretation.

I find their lack of allegiance to the "left" or "right" to be refreshing.

Once we can start getting rid of the labels we love so much, the world will be a better place.

Not being strictly on the "right" does not automatically make one "left", and vice-versa.

 

[pub crawler]

And sprinkle some verses on top.

Ah, so you're questioning whether or not the folks at Sojourners are actually Christians. You're questioning their faith. Interesting.

I suppose we could look at a site such as Dobson's Family.org -- a site clearly about politics -- and say that they "sprinkle some verses on top" of their commentary in an attempt to justify their agenda. I suppose we could say that same about the websites of many Christian organizations.

 

[cardosino]

Ah, so you're questioning whether or not the folks at Sojourners are actually Christians. You're questioning their faith. Interesting.

I suppose we could look at a site such as Dobson's Family.org -- a site clearly about politics -- and say that they "sprinkle some verses on top" of their commentary in an attempt to justify their agenda. I suppose we could say that same about the websites of many Christian organizations.

Dobson's site has more links for ways to doanate than they do scriptural references.

 

[Ft. Worth Frog]

Amen, U2 Democrat, you beat me to it. I do want to add that God does enjoy peanuts in his Dr. Pepper as there is no better way to enjoy that heavenly drink.

Back on topic however, I think God probably wants to vomit whenever people claim he is a liberal, conservative, etc. if we are discussing the God of the Bible then it is clear that he is not as much concerned with politics as he is with the status of the human heart. If Jesus was as concerned with politics as people claim, he would have been pushing the Sanhedrin (or Roman procurators) to push laws like the following: banning or allowing gay marriage, calling for regressive or progressive tax rates, and either socialized medicine or compeltely privatized health care. Unfortunately for both groups, Jesus never once discussed laws but instead talked about humankind's reaction to his coming and how we should act. The kingdom of heaven is not socialist, libertarian, or anything for that matter.

 

[pub crawler]

Dobson's site has more links for ways to doanate than they do scriptural references.

Dobson's site also is publicizing its new activist network that "will provide a platform for informing, inspiring and rallying those who care deeply about the family to greater involvement in the moral, cultural and political issues that threaten our nation." Currently Dobson's site is encouraging its readers to "fight back against activist judges" and "stop judicial tyranny." Amazing how Dobson's agenda mimics that of the Bush administration.

Dobson's site contains material suggesting that conservative Christians got George W. Bush re-elected. http://family.org/cforum/citizenmag/coverstory/a0035019.cfm Imagine that.

Dobson's site will happily help Christians make up their mind with respect to the following issues:


Focus on Social Issues
Abstinence Policy
- Biblical View
- Education
- Abstinence Update
- Parents
- Public Policy Issues
Bioethics/Sanctity of Life
- Abortion
- Cloning/Stem Cell
Research
- End of Life Issues
- Euthanasia/Physician
Assisted Suicide
- Genetics
Constitution & Govt.
- Constitutional Freedoms
- Constitutional Theory
The Congress
- The House of
Representatives
- The Senate

The Courts
- Circuit Courts
- State Courts
- Supreme Court

- The Media
The Presidency
- Executive Agencies
- The White House
Education
- Gay Activism
in Schools
- Home Schooling
- Legislation
- Public Education
- Religious Expression
- School Choice
Gambling
- A Biblical Perspective
- Casinos
- Consequences
of Gambling
- Gambling in the U.S.
- The Lottery
Homosexuality & Gender
Marriage & Family
- Cohabitation
- Divorce
- Fatherhood
- Marriage
- Marriage Recovery
Initiatives
- Same-Sex Unions
& Parenting
Origins
Persecution
Political Islam
Pornography
- Business & Culture
- Citizen Action/
Anti-Porn Efforts
- Legislative, Judicial
& Enforcement Issues
- Pornography & Children
- The Harm of
Pornography
Worldview & Culture

 

[nbcrusader]

Ah, so you're questioning whether or not the folks at Sojourners are actually Christians. You're questioning their faith. Interesting.

Oh, please. I would think that type of suggestion was beneath you.

 

[pub crawler]

Oh, please. I would think that type of suggestion was beneath you.

Mmmmm, okay, fair enough. Perhaps I wasn't playing fair.

I've got more to say....... perhaps I will later.

Peace out.

 

[babyman]

Neither.

http://go.sojo.net/campaign/takebackourfaith

 

[u2granny]

I believe She is above party politics.

 

[BonosSaint]

He's an Independent and He should expect a lot of phone calls from pollsters in 2008.

 

[indra]

Amen, U2 Democrat, you beat me to it. I do want to add that God does enjoy peanuts in his Dr. Pepper as there is no better way to enjoy that heavenly drink.

okkkaaayyy... How do you drink peanuts?

 

[dandy]

okkkaaayyy... How do you drink peanuts?

god can do anything, didn't you know that indra?

 

[indra]

god can do anything, didn't you know that indra?

aha! well, there you go then! makes complete sense now.

 

[beli]

Maybe the Hindu elephant Goddess Ganesha tought the Christian God how to consume peanuts.

Thats a nice thought. The two of them sitting together sharing a packet of peanuts

 

[LPU2]

Talking about the Almighty in such a way is disturbing, but it's clear to me that if Christ came back tomorrow and ran for political office, he would not get the evangelical vote. He'd be labeled a bleeding heart and he wouldn't get out of the primaries...what with his progressive views, challenging conventional wisdom, healing the sick, helping the poor, promoting peace, throwing out the money changers, condemning greed, hanging with prostitutes, the homeless and afflicted, and judging not.

 

[Ft. Worth Frog]

Peanuts in a soft drink...mainly a Southern/Texas thing. Try it sometime

 

[datatyme]

And God is a Texan as well......

Of course, I'm sure he'd find the smell of a good ol' Texas barbeque pleasing. I know I do.