Rebecca

Weege, if Chris actually thinks those people are idiots, it speaks volumes about his overall faith in humanity and his experiences and outlook on life and love. I'm fairly sure it was nothing personal, and if it was, that's sad for him. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Through the practice of hermeneutics. Like I said before, one has to take into account more than just the face value of a word they find in scripture. Fully agreed. One does have to do that. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

It's our job to figure out the meaning and intent and whether it should apply or not. You can't always just take things at face value. That should appeal to someone like yourself. But what about sheep-people who want to be told and lead by another, and what if that person is really bad at figuring out the meaning and intent? There are a lot of sheep who can't tell a good shepard from bad. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Some of us are just naturally like that. Man, then what do YOU look like in love? you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

And who the living hell are you to judge? you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

....Ok...... Point being that not all are literal. Examples are being made to emphasize a teaching. OK, point being, who decides what is literal? There are some who try to convince others it's ALL literal. There are some who say it's ALL example or metaphor. Kinda screws things up in translation. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Also, I'm assuming that since you're in love, you're probably already acting like it, all goofy and smiley, and stupid-feeling when she's close. She might already have a fair idea of your sentiments. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Not all hyperbole. Some are metaphor, some are similie. I don't know what this is: "You are all together beautiful, my love; there is no flaw in you” (Song 4:7), but it's not hyperbole. And it's true as far as God is concerned. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Did I somehow convey that I do not understand that difference? I think she was agreeing with you and pointing out that one fundamental cause of disagreement is an inability to think critically - thus its importance in school curricula. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Well put.

Chris dude, I've never met you, but your clarity and well-adjusted attitude are inspirationally obvious. You set a great example and it's easy to see why your friends are so loyal. Count me virtually among them.

That's awesome Liz. And a very good point: just because you're young means you're healthy, but it doesn't mean you know the first thing about what to teach your kids. An older parent's wisdom may well prepare his child for the world better than a young parent who's still figuring himself out.

I'm conflicted about Zidane. Yes, he's a very very good soccer player. No doubt whatsoever. But this isn't the first time his temper has hurt him and his actions almost certainly lost France the cup. Soccer is a team sport and when the best player screws his team, it makes him less of a sportsman, no matter how technically skilled he is. So with that said, I'm not sure he deserved the Golden Ball. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

That can happen to children of young parents too. I don't think it's selfish specifically because there was much to risk in bringing this child into the world. She's also got some credentials that make me believe they probably thought it through just a little. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Kelly, "dumbass" is no way to refer to yourself. You're not a dumbass. You're just judgementally impaired on occasion. My name comes from Hebrew (Rivqah), and means "a snare", "bound" or "tied" in Hebrew, or is maybe derived from an Aramaic name. Other meanings include Peacemaker, Faithful One, Captivating, Beautiful. She was the wife of Isaac and the mother of Esau and Jacob in the Old Testament. Regardless of those meanings, I just hope one day I'll make this name great to someone. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

And that happens quite often here, in my experience. Yes, yes it does. It happens every time I close my eyes and imagine. And that is quite often. Sarcasm, on the other hand, is just criminally underused. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

But a strong and well-thought-out opinion accompanied by an open mind and a desire to really learn and share leads to productive discussion. You have to be willing to face and examine your own flaws in reasoning or even character though, which is quite a rub. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

What do you mean? Do you think that if there wasn't some form of cosmic purpose then everyone would just lay down and die? Sort of... but not a cosmic purpose, in fact, not even remotely cosmic. I mean that if every person didn't feel at least some vague inkling of a purpose, it wouldn't even occur to us to question it. This would not be a debate of any kind. There would be no need for God in anyone's life. And yes, there would be no reason not to lay down and die when things seem impossible. Some people do that as it is because they've lost all sense of hope and purpose. They feel they have nothing good to give. Worth more than a dog in what way? Dogs cost hundreds of dollars to keep each year - surely more than most owners give to humanitarian charities. And if you think there is a unifying code of morality innate in all men - then I think you are mistaken. Its all relative. I was referring to intrinsic human worth, not how much it costs to have a dog. And yes, I think there is a code of morality within us all based on how we want to be treated, and yes, it is all very very relative because a lot of people out there don't like themselves very much. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Look, if I go around and talk about how great it would be if we all just were nice to each other.... And then got nailed to a tree for doing that.... I'd probably keep my mouth shut Religions based on good will have a decent goal, but people that nail others to trees for saying stuff eventually take over the formal organization at some point for the power. So I'd just as soon we didn't have all these organizations that can abuse it. (Douglas Adams put for that point0 You're right. And that's my point. It's because the goal itself is worthy that we as human beings even survive. Because we know it's gotta be good for something. Where does that spark come from? What makes us think we're worth any more than a dog on the street? How are we able to recognize good and evil when we see it, no matter what name it goes by? I don't need a book or a religion or another soul to tell me what I know by examining my inner self: that God put me here, that He loves me enough to give me the gifts I have, and that He has a purpose for me. Same goes for all of you. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Could you please just come right out and tell me what you think instead of quoting scripture? I know what the scripture says. I want to know your interpretation. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

This was the message at the service, which was lovely, emotional, and standing room only. You did it Conway. You found your passion and you shared it with as many people as you could. There is nothing to regret. We'll all see you soon enough. Oh, and you're organizing when we get there. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

You may strive to not lie, cheat, steal, or hurt people but have you ever in the past? Will you not ever again? If so, you stand guilty of breaking God's moral law and will be judged accordingly? There is no statute of limitations in this matter. You will be judged for "every" thought and deed during your lifetime. It makes sense even in our concept of justice. If someone murdered another, would it matter how long ago it happened with reference to guilt and punishment? Are you talking to me, or responding to the original poster that quote came from? "God's Law" does not come from outside of us. It is not something you can be told and then blindly accept because someone read it and believed it. "Man's Law" is not the same thing, because you better believe it or suffer the consequences. Whatever your personal concept of God is, it has to come from and reside IN you as a confirmation of your intrinsic worth and value because of His residence within you. (Did that just make sense?) We all screw up. We all think bad thoughts. We all hurt ourselves and each other. We always will. But I will not strive to be better for fear of judgement by some outside force. I will strive to better because that is why I'm here and to do so is to validate God's presence in me. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

That's what I was thinking. If his dad or mom used to kiss him on the tummy in a good-touch way, he would have thought it a gesture of affection. No, not very appropriate for media coverage, but if the intent itself was innocent and sweet, I'm not going to read any creepiness or bad-touch into it. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?

Can't speak for all, but my concern is the damage done by fundamentalist literal interpretation of stories created thousands of years ago. My opinion is that those stories were never intended for literal interpretation, but more as moral lessons. If they were intended to be factual accounts, then their fault lies in being based on what passed for knowledge at that time. I have no qualms about belief in a diety. I don't, but I can understand the desire of others to do so. But to ask me to suspend all logic, the laws of physics, and 2000 years of actual discovery and buy into fairy tales like the Garden of Eden, Noah's Ark, Creation, etc is just an outright Dark Ages mentality. It's 2006; we should be able to practice religion and enjoy spirituality while letting go of the incredibly far-fetched dogmatic stuff. That's a very strrange definitioin of Christian. Basically you are saying that all people that are good are Christian, without regard for their actual chosen religion, or choice not to be religious. That's a gonzo-whopper of a contradiction. I would probably meet most people's definition of a good person. I do not lie, cheat, or steal; don't hurt people, and go out of my way to help others and be a valuable and contributing member of my community. But I can guarantee you I'm not Christian in any way shape or form. But by your definition I must be Christian because I am a good person. It's not actually a contradiction. I'm just not using the popularly accepted definition of Christian. I don't identify myself as Christian or draw any lines that way, i.e. "Are YOU Christian? I am, and here's why you should be, too." That's not my style. I do however recognize that when we love ourselves and as a consequence, love others and seek to make this a better world, we are getting closer to what Christ was trying to tell us. He wasn't the first, or the last to preach this simple message, and it's just as valid now as it was then. "I do not lie, cheat, or steal; don't hurt people, and go out of my way to help others and be a valuable and contributing member of my community." You can say you're not a Christian all you want, but when you value your community/society/world and your place in it, you start acting a whole lot like one. Trust me dude, I'm right there with you on the Bible and the pointless ongoing attempts at interpreting it literally. I think Religion has become dangerous in the hands of us imperfect men. Doesn't mean Jesus didn't have a good point.

Is that supposed to be a response to my post? Who said anything about fearing God? you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk?