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So you ask...In preface, you do invite commentary...<br />So you asked "What is the purpose of the universe?" and offered the following answers:<br />Q: What is it's purpose?<br /><br />#2 A: A purpose we don't know. So basically you just restated the problem. Of course we don't know, that's why we asked. <br /><br />#1 A: In order not to be known. So basically you're suggesting God created the universe in order to persuade us of the truth of the very reason you reject answer #3 (we aren't the center) as well as to make us ask something we can't get an answer to (which doesn't seem very God-like and kind of reminds me of the "god put dinosaur bones in the ground to test our faith in the bible" apologists).<br /><br />#3 Other life. No critique of this answer. Infact, I'd argue that the Bible in a number of places doesn't limit the efficacy of Christ's victory and recapitulative work to only Humans but to all of life and indeed to all the physical world. Though I'm not advocating this as THE answer to your question, considering the numbers used in the Drake equation, extraterrestrial intelligence seems quite probable.Someone who still wants to be your friend in the fallnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-39469907947424032452012-06-16T13:40:50.058-05:002012-06-16T13:40:50.058-05:00Sorry if that was unclear--which statement specifi...Sorry if that was unclear--which statement specifically did you get that from?<br /><br />I advocate FOR the SSMA being voted on in MN in November (Banning Same Sex Marriage). I believe this will fix (or at least mitigate) problems concerning weather or not SS couples can raise children. That's just an opinion however, and the reality of the effects of such an amendment remain to be seen.<br /><br />Thanks for the comment!R.D.Langrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15713448753416673739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-43164983911530313802012-06-16T13:33:09.180-05:002012-06-16T13:33:09.180-05:00Interesting thoughts, Ryan. I would point out, ho...Interesting thoughts, Ryan. I would point out, however, that the proposed amendment is specifically in opposition to same-sex marriage. I know of no legislation on the table that endorses same-sex marriage in Minnesota. Rather, there is already a law defining marriage as between one man and one woman. The proposed constitutional amendment is in addition to this already extant law. Your statement suggests that there are pro-same-sex marriage proposals under consideration at the state level. I don't believe there are.Albevillehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06989014279687572872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-75424606027801130672012-06-15T17:36:35.501-05:002012-06-15T17:36:35.501-05:00I'll definitely pray for you. I know you real...I'll definitely pray for you. I know you really want to find some way to get back that relationship you had. Might I suggest confession as first step? Also, if you have not-so-busy moments, try reading something spiritual (not necessarily academic).R.D.Langrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15713448753416673739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-13748764081319051942012-06-15T12:04:58.609-05:002012-06-15T12:04:58.609-05:00I have been struggling greatly with this as well. ...I have been struggling greatly with this as well. I hate the church hypocrites who judge quickly, because others sin differently than them. I have even struggled with the Church theology at times. Sadly, this has caused me to avoid the Church, in an attempt to curb my distaste. I have tried to pray, read scripture, and attend adoration. No matter what I try, I just can't create the same spiritual connection that I used to have. Although I am choosing to avoid the Church, it is still disheartening to know that I am missing out on that relationship. I am hoping things change soon :(Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02764674053879086806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-91487796632370887712012-02-23T21:24:07.957-06:002012-02-23T21:24:07.957-06:00seriously.....how did I miss all these gems!?seriously.....how did I miss all these gems!?Nadinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15823105299010600137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-11788461307343089342012-02-23T21:19:50.217-06:002012-02-23T21:19:50.217-06:00THANK YOU!!! Sooo glad that someone is able to vo...THANK YOU!!! Sooo glad that someone is able to voice how I feel!Nadinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15823105299010600137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-13485222937359791552012-02-23T21:18:40.784-06:002012-02-23T21:18:40.784-06:00I LOVE when I get to read such wonderful insightfu...I LOVE when I get to read such wonderful insightful things from you! (: <br /><br />So glad that you're working through all that happened in Marshall. All too often, the in-the-moment happenings seem so difficult to deal with, and as if we'll never understand. Time and good people can help you through anything though!Nadinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15823105299010600137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-20941136664490883322012-02-23T16:59:11.517-06:002012-02-23T16:59:11.517-06:00Inspiring post - thanks! -AlisonInspiring post - thanks! -AlisonAlison Duffynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-15262034268518532882012-01-18T11:22:29.241-06:002012-01-18T11:22:29.241-06:00I had a similar experience with my administration ...I had a similar experience with my administration job for two group homes. Long hours, little pay, no respect. I left in the same manner as you, forgetting to say goodbye to my clients. I still feel horrible about my immediate absence, certain that my DD clients were left confused and sad. However, I am also much happier since leaving and I know if I did not leave in that manner I would have continued to find stupid reasons to stay. <br /><br />I am glad to hear that you are so much happier now, as that is what matters most. I am certain the kids missed you when you left, but I am also certain they are doing well and will be happy to know you are doing well too. <br /><br />Great things are in store for you. Keep reaching for them:)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02764674053879086806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-90435109365892214382012-01-15T23:11:03.347-06:002012-01-15T23:11:03.347-06:00I'm so glad you are enjoying STB - and I'm...I'm so glad you are enjoying STB - and I'm so glad you are healing from Marshall! You are so blessed!Alison Duffynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-33692087379909570492012-01-13T16:05:19.882-06:002012-01-13T16:05:19.882-06:00Katharos,
Good to know I'm not alone in my se...Katharos,<br /><br />Good to know I'm not alone in my sentiments. Thanks for reading!<br /><br />R.D.L.R.D.Langrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15713448753416673739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-79262276396410534382012-01-13T13:13:36.535-06:002012-01-13T13:13:36.535-06:00I fully enjoyed this posting. Agreed. Ever since h...I fully enjoyed this posting. Agreed. Ever since high school I have rather despised politics because it is as you said a "lose-lose" situation.katharoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06156235216526816943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-70326368927872362112012-01-12T20:05:12.650-06:002012-01-12T20:05:12.650-06:00agreed on all accounts. I cannot wait for your wed...agreed on all accounts. I cannot wait for your wedding!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02764674053879086806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-50198150845977658412011-09-24T00:01:03.211-05:002011-09-24T00:01:03.211-05:00I caught that and I think that's both great an...I caught that and I think that's both great and genuinely admirable. But the distinction, I'll repeat, can't be made based on their conclusions. We can't say we like this methodology because we agree with the conclusion and not these because we don't. <br /><br />I don't think you and I, in theory, actually disagree on this poin, but I thought I'd point out that your line of argumentation from reading just your blog appears to be operating in the manner criticized above. <br />Much Love,<br />IanIan Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02806044061602841105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-70091849942543148622011-09-23T16:59:02.192-05:002011-09-23T16:59:02.192-05:00"You are aware, I am sure, that the Jesus Sem..."You are aware, I am sure, that the Jesus Seminar represents only a small group of "Historical Jesus" scholars. "<br />which was part of the point of the post--to distinguish between the Jesus Seminar and "in my opinion" methodologically authentic Historical Jesus criticism. JS is extremely controversial, and while i'm sure many of the people involved have good intent and eduction, I still disagree with their methodology and conclusion. That doesn't however discount other methods of Historical Jesus, and I encourage other people to see that distinction as wellR.D.Langrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15713448753416673739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-51846750077152211632011-09-23T16:51:33.856-05:002011-09-23T16:51:33.856-05:00You are aware, I am sure, that the Jesus Seminar r...You are aware, I am sure, that the Jesus Seminar represents only a small group of "Historical Jesus" scholars. Issues like apocalypticism remain a matter of contention for HJ scholars, Christian or secular. I too tend to disagree with the Jesus Seminar. <br /><br />As for the translation, this one strikes particularly close to home as I have regular conversations with the man who put together their (Scholars Version) gospel of Mark. Not all HJ scholars use or endorse this translation and the vast majority of legitimate scholarship has no need for it as they all use Greek. I just read a HJ type article (not Jesus Seminar) and there wasn't a single verse written in English (I, unable to read Koine, had to look it up :P).<br />I agree with your criticism of their voting methods, but the individuals have put forward extensive arguments for their conclusions. Poor voting method does not negate their arguments or conclusions. I don't really care about majority consensus anyways.<br /><br />I'm guessing they would ask you to justify why they should place any weight or trust in scripture when it gives obviously conflicting accounts of Christ. It is a project of history, you must justify the historical trust-worthiness of a source.Ian Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02806044061602841105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-70271501879139060582011-09-23T16:31:04.012-05:002011-09-23T16:31:04.012-05:00Ian,
Thanks. I'll admit I don't know a w...Ian,<br /><br />Thanks. I'll admit I don't know a whole lot about the methodology of the JS... but based on what I DO know, here are my criticisms.<br /><br />1) Intent: While they may claim that their primary intent is truth, the JS has no regard for authority or tradition, which, as a Catholic I cannot condone. I'm fine with a search for truth, but I also hold that the tradition has value and is what it is for a reason. They also seem to not have have any regard for revelation as inspired, and thus my gripe with not caring about the "Spirit of the Word"<br /><br />2) Textual sources: It seems that the JS interprets and publicizes its own translations of the Bible. This seems to suggest a confirmation bias from the very beginning. Why can they not get the same results from multiple translations?<br /><br />3) Eschatological Premise: The JS posit that Jesus didn't preach an apocalyptic eschatology, which to my understanding is contrary to not only atmosphere of Jews at the time, but also against the inspired message of the bible.<br /><br />4) Voting procedure: It seems that the process by which they decide their conclusion is itself flawed... 1st in that not everyone in the seminar is adequately educated to be making said decisions, and 2ndly that they use colored beads to vote, which seems to leave a lot of area for error, lack of discussion, inability for nuance, and an overall inability to intellectually establish a common conclusion.<br /><br />That, in brief, are my criticisms of their methodology. And that being said, as "fallacious" as it may seem, no matter their methodology I cannot, in good faith, assent to certain conclusions they've made.R.D.Langrhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15713448753416673739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1525308672476784619.post-39311759936814243092011-09-23T16:25:18.343-05:002011-09-23T16:25:18.343-05:00Another (simpler) way to put this: It appears you ...Another (simpler) way to put this: It appears you are determining what is "appropriate" questing and what is not based upon whether or not you agree with the conclusion. This should be self-evidently wrong... we build our conclusion based on the evidence and the legitimacy of the arguments.Ian Millshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02806044061602841105noreply@blogger.com