Good point...

I dont know how to respond to a specific post or response, so i have to do a blog as a response. I have tried to figure out to simply do a response, but i keep getting "failure" notices. It's like College Biology all over again. No matter how hard i tried, i couldnt figure it out.



Anyway. Here is my response to the comment made about politics from the pulpit.



I agree that choosing a side, politically, is wrong, and if/when i have done that, i am wrong. I apologize to any and all that hear me endorse one candidate or another. I do my best not to do that. I know that i have spoken highly of the historical significance of electing Barack Obama, because of our history as a country mired in racism and oppression, but if that has ever been understood or appeared as an endorsement, i am very wrong. And i apologize. However, i do think we need to talk about what is happening in the world, and politics are part and parcel of our world. We need to talk about how our elected officials are making choices that may or may not honor the kingdom of God. I only desire to create a space where the discussion can be had.



I am a passionate person who has spent my entire academic career studying politics and social justice issues. They are part of my story and my identity. I have found biblical support for what i have felt is "right," and i do my best to anchor all of my views, biblically. If any can illumine where my views diverge from Scripture, i invite and encourage the correction. But just as i welcome all opposing views; it should also be granted to me as well. I have not attacked any personal ideologies, as far as i know, and i pray i never will. I welcome a healthy debate, where we can share our ideas and thoughts without the fear of exclusion or ostracism. The true sign of a healthy relationship is being together, not because of our similiarities, but because even in our differences, we choose love. The higher law!



Thank you for commenting, and again if i have pushed an ideology, i apologize. I do ask this, though, if i have, please point out when, how, and where, so i can, if it is on DVD, replay the sermon and check my words. I have a short memory, and i need to be held accountable, just like everyone else..



have a blessed day..

jerry