tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post2360962328200542906..comments2023-10-29T03:08:38.283-07:00Comments on Maple Syrup Land: Ask and ye shall receiveMaple Syrup Landhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11997372818270810319noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-11968704258888509852013-05-12T17:05:46.087-07:002013-05-12T17:05:46.087-07:00I live in a very religious area, and it is rough n...I live in a very religious area, and it is rough not being Christian. Colorado Springs is known as very Christian and right-wing political. I love it other than that. But I have to be on my toes every single time I meet another child's parents, and every social gathering has the possibility of my being the only non-Christian in the room.<br /><br />I've been frustrated lately with a lot of over-the-top religious spouting. I'm fine if people talk about religion, as long as it isn't in such a way as to judge me or other non-Christians. I've seen every bad thing that's happened lately being attributed to "all those atheists and their lack of morals." Frankly, I think a person who sticks to morals because they're important to them, and not because a book or a minister tells them to do so, is the more moral person. JMO, though.<br /><br />Shannon at <a href="http://thewarriormuse.com/" rel="nofollow">The Warrior Muse</a>Shannon Lawrencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00934641808195675935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-86204458818369290682013-05-11T08:32:37.353-07:002013-05-11T08:32:37.353-07:00best religious rant ever.best religious rant ever.Powdered Toast Manhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18195170076576384695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-76033721959015156952013-05-10T11:32:42.147-07:002013-05-10T11:32:42.147-07:00I fucking heart you so hard right now. So. Fucki...I fucking heart you so hard right now. So. Fucking. Hard. <br /><br />-The Witchy Insomniacs Dream<br /><br />(See what I did there? Now I'm going to get burnt at the goddamn stake)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231922980715991550noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-74816565981819884662013-05-10T11:30:39.323-07:002013-05-10T11:30:39.323-07:00<3 Jenn<3 JennAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06231922980715991550noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-88467997537753576202013-05-10T08:02:43.949-07:002013-05-10T08:02:43.949-07:00I do feel bad when all Christians get painted with...I do feel bad when all Christians get painted with the same brush, because most Christians I know are wonderful people who don't go around calling the rest of us godless heathens who are going straight to hell unless we repent. It's the same old societal story...you get a few self-righteous dicks who make everyone in their group look bad.<br /><br />I'm glad you enjoyed the post!Maple Syrup Landhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11997372818270810319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-55768851067122412022013-05-10T07:58:26.734-07:002013-05-10T07:58:26.734-07:00I think I'm far beyond saving at this point lo...I think I'm far beyond saving at this point lolol<br /><br />The bible say don't take the lord's name in vain, but I don't recall seeing "don't drop the f-bomb or refer to people as douchecanoes" anywhere...maybe we're safe after all!Maple Syrup Landhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11997372818270810319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-43596119780526921722013-05-10T07:55:51.083-07:002013-05-10T07:55:51.083-07:00Thank you!Thank you!Maple Syrup Landhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11997372818270810319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-32639938649528209652013-05-10T07:55:35.753-07:002013-05-10T07:55:35.753-07:00You really haven't missed much...it the contin...You really haven't missed much...it the continuation of SwearingGate lol<br /><br />I know!!! You should have heard me squeal in delight when I found that pic!<br />Maple Syrup Landhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11997372818270810319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-61035309663648475532013-05-10T07:54:09.652-07:002013-05-10T07:54:09.652-07:00I'm gonna check your post out :)
Thanks, glad...I'm gonna check your post out :)<br /><br />Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!Maple Syrup Landhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11997372818270810319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-10294693144561278482013-05-10T07:53:17.352-07:002013-05-10T07:53:17.352-07:00Yep :DYep :DMaple Syrup Landhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11997372818270810319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-35033604732443106722013-05-10T07:52:26.016-07:002013-05-10T07:52:26.016-07:00I 100% agree with you that we have free will...we ...I 100% agree with you that we have free will...we are free to choose our own unquestionable truth...ALL of us. <br /><br />I agree hypocrisy knows no bounds and is practiced by every single social and cultural group there is, in some way shape or form. But personally, I find the twisting of any supposedly holy scripture, be it the bible or the Quoran or whatever, to be especially hypocritical. As you pointed out, Jesus himself would likely not be happy about how his words have been twisted to suit someone's personal agenda, especially an agenda that promotes hatred. And for the record, I do believe there was a man name Jesus, who was obviously charismatic and a gifted public speaker. But I consider him a philosopher, like Socrates and don't believe the son of god part.<br /><br />Thank you for your comment...I like a good debate and am all good with agreeing to disagreeMaple Syrup Landhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11997372818270810319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-55726141074767248692013-05-10T07:33:37.740-07:002013-05-10T07:33:37.740-07:00Don't hold back Jenn...tell me how you reeeaaa...Don't hold back Jenn...tell me how you reeeaaallly feel! lolMaple Syrup Landhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11997372818270810319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-72581550413076015922013-05-09T19:13:28.630-07:002013-05-09T19:13:28.630-07:00As a Christian, I completely agree with you. It m...As a Christian, I completely agree with you. It makes me so mad when other Christians act like their way is the only way. The truth is, I am Christian because that is how I was raised, and that is the view of God that I know. But I would never suggest that anyone else agree with me. My view of Christianity is very liberal, so a lot of my family believe that I am not really Christian, but I don't care. To me, if you are Christian, the only thing that should matter is modeling yourself after Christ, who was loving and kind and accepting of everyone. How many Christians do you know that act that way? Not many, sadly. <br /><br />I completely love that Facebook post you included! That was awesome :)Kinley Danehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02648398736837020249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-40222591828910520552013-05-09T14:23:42.151-07:002013-05-09T14:23:42.151-07:00BTW Stacey, if you would pay attention to His word...BTW Stacey, if you would pay attention to His word, you would see why swearing is an abomination. Just saying. I'm only trying to save you from eternal hellfire. Jenn @ Something Clever 2.0https://www.blogger.com/profile/01286074881865297507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-31382420711693137512013-05-09T13:57:05.485-07:002013-05-09T13:57:05.485-07:00I love this. I love this. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00832925752390747352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-70543146083499593382013-05-09T13:35:30.904-07:002013-05-09T13:35:30.904-07:00Ummm...WTF? I always miss out on all of the fun. ...Ummm...WTF? I always miss out on all of the fun. <br /><br />The FB comment picture is so awesome I can't even stand it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-66942239020158682422013-05-09T13:26:26.608-07:002013-05-09T13:26:26.608-07:00Awesome post! I just kind of wrote about this toda...Awesome post! I just kind of wrote about this today for Theme Thursday. That example (above Bible and gay marriage) you gave is awesome, I'm gonna use next time..Running Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15527797706403953395noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-91134674420037973392013-05-09T13:15:51.095-07:002013-05-09T13:15:51.095-07:00 Hahahahaha! Hahahahaha! Jenn @ Something Clever 2.0https://www.blogger.com/profile/01286074881865297507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-50821987529011779022013-05-09T12:14:10.960-07:002013-05-09T12:14:10.960-07:00Thank you for this explanation. You and I are ver...Thank you for this explanation. You and I are very much in agreement over what you say in your post. I won't even attempt a thorough analysis of all the points you make. Many books have already been written in relation to all of your points and I do not intend to write a book in your comment section. So I'll just comment on a few of your points.<br /><br />Westboro--Totally bizarre and disgusting. I have heard a representative from their church on a radio talk show and I was surprised about how intelligent and rational the person sounded, but that still doesn't excuse their idiotic and disrespectful behavior. I doubt whether many of those who profess to be followers of Christ would behind that group.<br /><br />Dogma -- So much is taken out of context and spun with agendas when it comes to the Bible. Sure it's mostly a matter of faith, but so is much of what we deal with on a daily basis. We in the U.S. probably have a certain amount of faith that the government will tend to us as a nation, but we never know what will happen until it happens. Then we have the parties and special interest groups. So many different beliefs religious and secular that confront us daily. I feel like it's up to us to study carefully and try to make wise decisions about what we are going to believe. I still believe in free will and outcomes are based on our own decisions. And I do believe that the teachings of Jesus are directed with love in mind. That's what I've read at least.<br /><br />Religious hypocrisy -- One of the most common complaints against church and Christianity. My mother uses this one all the time. Hypocrisy is not the exclusion domain of those who live by faith, but the word seems to always become associated with Christians. There is plenty of hypocrisy in the political, business, and environmental arenas. We are all (everybody, not just Christians) essentially hypocrites to a degree. Nearly all of us are intolerant of something that we don't agree with. It would be nice if people could just calmly and pleasantly discuss differences to come to understandings at least even if agreement is not part of the outcome. <br /><br />Final thought-- If more people would carefully read through what Jesus said, there would be greater clarity of thought on all these issues. Historically speaking much evil in the world has been done in the name of Jesus. From my understanding of His teachings He would highly disapprove and be quite grieved by much that has happened. But Jesus also recognized this and warned us about these things. He also knew that He and His teachings would be highly offensive to many people. He was one perceptive dude and far beyond His time.<br /><br />I hope this is accepted in the spirit in which I intended. I am not one who likes to engage in rancor, but I do enjoy a spirited debate if it is done with respectfulness that seeks the most positive outcome for everyone.<br /><br />Thank you for your space and time. Sorry if this was overly long.<br /><br />Lee<br /><a href="http://tossingitout.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Tossing It Out</a><br /><br /><br /> Arlee Birdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11663942782929929334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6477198994482578956.post-53873594063919797522013-05-09T11:44:23.480-07:002013-05-09T11:44:23.480-07:00That motherfucker is so dumb. I want to slap him s...That motherfucker is so dumb. I want to slap him so hard, his grandkids feel it.Jenn @ Something Clever 2.0https://www.blogger.com/profile/01286074881865297507noreply@blogger.com