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One is also in for a rude shock if one attempts to understand the OT with a western mindset/ values/ paradigm. It's not about cherry picking in the slightest, it is understanding the cultures that the Hebrews were subjected to and influenced by. It is also understanding at least some of the...

The 'in' club and the 'out' club is assumed is God's organising. He hates some, he loves others is the mantra. Are we not aware that we superimpose our sinful attitude onto God.....including the OT Prophets? Are we not aware that God gave us a full picture of himself in Jesus? Are we not aware...

What is YOUR "thorn in the flesh"? Those who spruik and claim to be 'prophets' yet are not.

Hey Mayflower, nice to see you after such a long time and to hear the lyrics and melody of the song you posted. Yes, now that I'm old and grey I can unequivocally say that Jesus is my joy! Hope all is well with you, hubby and the bubs.

I'm trying to get the gist of what you want to say, but frankly, your post is a bit muddled. Lateral thinking allows options, it enables choices. Critical is just that, ie critical. It looks from a negative position and is always in 'battle' mode.

have another coffee ...and don't forget the water!

You think violence is necessary because you cannot imagine or think of better way to solve a problem when it is pushed . Violence towards others is the way the world assumes is the final solution to a problem. God in his weakness is far greater/ stronger than Man in his strength so the question...

Could it be that lateral thinking rather than critical thinking allows greater options.

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What David is saying in the Psalm you quoted is, there is nowhere one can go without God being there.

Yes, Jesus says he didn't know them.....but Jesus knows all people! The fact is, they didn't know him. They thought he was a God whose justice equates to violence. What they refuse to see is he is the one whose justice equates to giving his life. In other words, absorbing the violence of men...

hmmm, yes, a God who can't get enough blood!....Do you take pride in that?

I suppose that's why they support and go to war with those they are opposed to including justifying their slaughter! :IDK:

Be mindful of the 'religious spirit'. In the zeal of many to be doing God's will they have removed themselves from the bleeding, sweating, crying hearts of the human family and isolated themselves into monasteries and cloisters. They have become so self focused on their perceived holiness or...

All who in their hearts desire to align themselves with their Saviour are children of God.

hmmmm, do you think you are above being deceived, Behold? What do you imagine 'strong delusion' might consist of?......go on, have a go!

The OT folk have a certain paradigm. It was the paradigm which allowed and justified the murder of Jesus. They missed or refused to see the utterances that pointed to the nature of their Messiah. Jesus has changed the paradigm. The change has to do with how God is perceived as being. Even...

Yes, as much joy as fish tanks bring, they are like puppies and children needing constant attention.......but there is a consolation, and over abundance of fry allows the burgers to keep the party going. :Broadly:

Of course there are alarming global events. You don't need prophecies to tell people our planet is in dire straits, it is clear to all who follow world events.....but that's another story. I assume you mean me amongst others with your opening statement, 'you can't lead the deceived, with...