Kathy Griffin Vs. Christian Entertainers

Her own comment was about all those articles, mentioning her name, and 'emmy winner', and as she says, "The rest just kind of blurs after that".

Really, for a comic whose stock in trade is shock, that kind of reaction is pure gold.

I mean, come on, is anyone protesting the type to have hired her before the comment?

So, it hasn't lost her any audience she had in the first place.

Its a good thing this is 2007 and not 1007 because the good people of god would be piling up sticks to start the big Kathy Griffin burning at the stake bonfire! Come on people. You were incensed that she said no one had less to do with this award than Jesus? Well, because she uses the "f" word quite frequently and she gossips, and admits that much of it may or may not be true, I would hope that the Saviour had nothing to do with her award. However, Jesus has a sense of humour, and getting incensed about someone "insulting" the Lord is pathetic. Do you think Kathy hurt his feelings? Come on, God has seen and heard a lot worse- He created all of us sinners, right? And, of course the Creator of the Universe has a sense of humour- just look at some of the animals in nature (the flamingo or the ostrich, for instance), or tele-evangelism, as one big joke at the expense of God (which He likely isn't laughing at that nonsense because people are actually harmed). Kathy Griffin only "harmed" you because you felt like being upset and now you are all going to gang up on a D-list commedian. If you truly bear the name of Jesus Christ, as Christians, then pick on someone your own size and take out an expensive add (that could have fed the poor and sheltered homeless families - greedy, self-absorbed, self-righteous bible thumpers) against Lucifer, of whoever that lady is that keeps appearing on tree trunks and bathroom windows that only the uneducated, hopeless, or desperate can see.

Ms. Griffin is a comedienne, and they are expected to be a bit unorthodox and bit off colour; and I don't think she hurt God any more than Sinead O'Connor did by tearing up a photo of the pope, in an effort to call attention to child molestations of children by priests in Ireland- a fact that was missed and children continued to be molested- because the good Catholics and Christians who created such an uproar about how they were offended that she tore up a photograph (a photo!) on TV that the real issue and meaning behind the act was completely ignored. Shame on those who whine about inconsequential things in the face of eternity and of what is really important and what is not.

I wish every God-fearing protester could read this and perhaps have a different view of the situation, and maybe they will behave more like the Master and turn the other cheek, be meek and mild, pray for those who persecute you and say all manner of ill against you, love your enemies..... One of your favorite things to ask yourself is, "What would Jesus do"? Well, after the awards show He would likely laugh and say, "She is right, I had nothing to do with her show. I keep telling her to ease up on that "f" word but, as I say, the spirit is willing but the flesh is week. All of you fall short of me." Oh, come on!!! Lighten up, Christ Lives and He will return to Rein and in the end Satan will be bound and sent to hell.... so, lighten up on Kathy Griffin.

Just think, If Rome had minded their own business then who would have ever heard of Jesus Christ. No you see Christians and I am one of them are not high and mighty, nor do we go around putting others down that first don't draw first blood. Although we have been taught to turn the other cheek. But if Real Christians continue to just turn the other cheek then the first commenter will wonder when we will "get a life". So you know what, why can't we go back to what, I know my parents taught me. Sticks and Stone may break our bones but "WORDS" will never hurt us. Let's stop teaching our kids that when someone calls you a nigger, kike, fatass, shithead, dummy, honky, jewboy, idiot, and need I go on? that their lives are at stake because of this. You see, if Kathy had delivered that comedy routine in Jerusalem some 2000 years ago, Jesus might have actually laughed. No, not just Christians need to get a life, everyone today in society needs to get one. If we spent less time worrying about statements from people who we think hate us and just laugh, we'd be a lot better off. And I just know that the first commenter will sit and stew about my response but I don't care I wish him/her a good day.

I hope this is the last place I will have to say this. Ms. Griffin's comment's intent was the very opposite of the way it has been taken. Yes, she says things in a raucous way. And her "chortling with glee" was done in this vein as well - but it apparently went over most viewers' heads. By her statement, she was actually lampooning the way other winners of awards TRIVIALIZe God & Jesus by thanking them for their help in winning whatever, not to mention exposing their giant egos that they think their careers have been blessed by God. Does no one get this? She took a shot at people who treat Jesus as though He's their publicist & manager. There are truly more important things for God to pay attention to than some idiot's showbiz or athletic career. So what are they saying? That God hates their opponents or the other nominees that didn't win??? No one seems to see the absurdity of this. I've been complaining about this for years, and I'm glad that Kathy finally said it in public. And I AM a churchgoing Christian who doesn't like Jesus being disrespected in public. This was the OPPOSITE, people - please try to catch up.

I agree with Honora's comments and I must say if I had seen Ms. Griffin's remarks, I would have taken them in the same way -- as a comment on the countless celebrities who give a lot of public lip service to their religions. We have come to the point where even charity events have become big public "see how generous I am" stunts. I seem to recall the saying ... "the first shall be last and the last shall be first." Proclamations of one's own religiosity just don't seem very humble to me.

Amen, amen!

Why a religion that comprises a huge population in our country has such a thin skin is a mystery beyond me. Christians magically manage to combine victimhood with being a serious lobby in D.C. They'd be silly and funny if they weren't clearly so dangerous.
I cross my fingers and hope the men and women who wield power in our culture will resist this kind of Christianity that would -- if allowed/encouraged -- do far more harm than good. And may Ms. Griffin inspire more entertainers to poke fun at these people so that they're merely funny (just like everybody else) and not dangerous.

Joy:

What makes Christians RIGHT? Does that mean everyone who isn't a Christian is wrong?

Yes, people have the right to free speech....thus Kathy G. has that right also. Why was what she said wrong? Just because you didn't like what she said? You're allowed to say that, just as she is allowed to say what she wanted to. No one is forcing you to listen to her or the networks that have allow GD on them. There is an off button on the television and radio.

And you're also right that bibles aren't allowed in PUBLIC schools...it's called separation of church and state, thus NO BIBLES in public schools. Want bibles in school? ....there are plenty of Christian schools and Catholic schools that have them.

No one is trying to shut up the Christians...just remind them they don't get to run the country as they would like to. This isn't a Christian nation (fortunately)as much as some would like to make it one. Different religions are a good thing in the United States, with none being a monopoly. No religion should ever "run" this country.

Yes, everyone has the right to voice their opinions. My problem is this writer said "I am forced now to backpedal a little bit on my reaction." I think this writer is writing for the wrong site. This is Beliefnet. Inspiration, spirituality, faith. Why should he backpedal? And yes, I signed the petition.

curious) please let me know what she said