A message from Jesus about Christmas?
Wednesday December 12, 2007
Categories: Faith
I saw this comment from Jesus (perhaps through Liz) and had to pass it on: Dear Children, It has come to my attention that many of you are upset that folks are taking My name out of the season. Maybe...
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Wonderful!
But what about our enemies that want to wish us happy holidays? I'm sure you told us to smite them, or do I have that wrong?
The real issue is that this is what happens when you mix religion and politics. Thomas Jefferson is spinning in his grave every time religion plays such an overt role in our government.
...I think Jesus said "Love your enemies". Right????
Doug, I think Jesus said "Love your enemies." Right???
so, Nancy, no smiting?
Yes Doug, you have that wrong. Jesus no where teaches us to "smite" our enemies. Though, in the Gospel of Luke He does tell His disciples to arm themselves for protection. Thomas Jefferson is almost completely rotted away in his grave. Nothing more need come from that dude. He's done enough harm to good Christians.
Please note, that "loving your enemies" is now considered a hate crime punishible by jail time and/or fine. And it'll get worse when ENDA is enacted by the "progressive" Democrats. Why? Because you have accurately described what, and who, they are. Yes dear friends, we DO have enemies. many, many, many of them.
Doug?
No smiting.
And David,
We really should be celebrating the birth of Jesus during the Hebrew/Israelite/Jewish celebration of Sukkot. Study that "festival" and get goosebumps about Jesus "dwelling" with us.
When you're right, you're right.
Then of course, there would be a war on Sukkot.
I wish our enemies would take a fast from politics.
I loved Liz's letter and think it is a great idea.
I think someone already commented on this, but I think that we should get the celebration of Christmas OUT of the stores and back into the homes and churches. It's like weddings - bloated and out of control. Why do we think celebration is about going into debt?
Look, Christmas is a two part celebration. One is religious and spiritual - and most people get through that rather quickly and perfunctorily. Then there is the part that is cultural - those traditions like decorating christmas trees, going to party after party, spending lots of money, Santa Clause, etc. - that people go WAY overboard about. And that is part of Western Civilization and culture, not about faith.
So let's work on celebrating the faith part, eh?
I still love that parody song that includes the line,
"Let it be known throughout the land.
that every store clerk says 'Merry Christmas!' or gets CANNED!"
Why is it the people most defending Christmas in the 'War' appear to have the least love in their hearts?
Please note, that "loving your enemies" is now considered a hate crime punishible by jail time and/or fine.
Well nobody can accuse you of loving your enemies, Donny, so you're safe there.
Mrs. Pringle
Rim shot, Mrs. P.!
Baloney! thats not Jesus, instead someone spreading falsehood trying to change original teachings.
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