I know that I forgot to say something semi-important earlier today, so I came back to say what I forgot to say, but now cannot remember. That used to always happen at work when I walked through the door into the back, which is how it acquired its name "the portal of forgetfulness." Creative, huh?
Well since I can't remember what I had to say that was at least mildly important, I'll just ramble on for a bit. Sound good? Hope so.
So the issue of the church sign, the reason I decided to set it forth for what I had HOPED would be a discussion was because of two books I am currently reading. First is "The Sovereignty of God" by Pink and second is "The God Who Loves" by John MacArthur. They are actually quite interesting. Pink puts forth the idea that God does not love the reprobate (those who will not be saved) but MacArthur argues the opposite. It really is all around a very interesting subject, but I fear that it is a debate that is more fun than practical. Though in reality, what could be more important than pondering the love of God and its limits (if indeed there are any in the first place) it's such an intellectual argument. MacArthur distinguishes between the universal love of God for humanity and the love of God for the elect, which is an unavoidable distinction, if you hold to the idea that there is such a thing as the elect. Pink's idea that God doesn't love the reprobate, while it makes sense in the overall idea of keeping all that is vile far from the holy God, goes a bit too far, and really quite far from Scripture. Doesn't God say that He takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked? (Ezekiel somewhere, I believe) Yet in Romans 9, it seems that God is glorified by the exact same thing. Arguably, there is a difference between God's pleasure and His glory.....see what I mean? It's such a deep and intellectual issue that I very quickly get off the point, and not only that, but lost people are probably quite offended/annoyed at the whole issue. Nonetheless, it's nice to have an outlet like this to just let my mind wander. Reading the two books has been very similar to dueling pianos, though certainly much quieter.
Ah, thanks are in order (this is one of the things I needed to say). Jeff put a link to L'Chaim at his website (http://towhomitmayconcern.blogspot.com) and I just wanted to let him know (again) how much I appreciate that. You're so very kind Jeff!
Yesterday at Wal-Mart I bought Daive THE most adorable thing I've ever seen in my life. It's a pet tent, a tent made specifically for a dog. You know that itty-bitty display model tents they put out near the big actual tents that are approximately the perfect size for a palmetto bug? Well, this is like that only big enough for Daive. It came in the smallest package, and I was thinking, "There's no way this will be big enough for Daive." But it is, and it is SO cute. One day when I have money I'm going to get a digital camera so I can share such happy moments with all of you. When I got back from the store yesterday and put the tent together, I was so excited about it that I had to find someone to appreciate it with me. So I went next door and showed Renee, who understands me well enough to know she needed to at least act enthused (which she did quite well, by the way). Daive is completely terrified of it right now, but I'm working on changing that. We shall see. I did take a regular picture of her, perhaps I'll have that roll of film put onto a CD so I can share it with yall.
Before I continue rambling, I will go now. Off to bed, and then more...well, more nothing tomorrow.
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heyyyyyyy. after reading about white puppy and the cat i really wish i knew white puppy!!! soooo cute. teresa, you are the only...and i mean, only, person i know who'd buy a tent for your dog. but that's part of the fun of knowing you. also, i saw jeff's post and looked at his blog. i'm guessing he's the one that said i have good taste in music...since i like his too. i tried to post on his blog but for whatever reason my computer wouldn't let me. i'll try again later sometime. anyhow, jeff, if you're reading-i like your taste in music. teresa, you are an awesome writer and if you don't write something that gets published one day i'll be very upset. have i ever told you that swimming in swimming pools (vs. ocean/lakes) makes me think of you? my mind wanders back to simpler times at 2121 burwick avenue. standing outside an apartment building secretly listening to that drummer guy from your middle school play "wipe out" and feeling so delightfully risky and cool. ha. anyhow, you need to keep reading my xanga site, ok? because everyone else who wants to read my random blahs read me there, not here. (sorry for the long post, but please know that i thoroughly enjoyed typing it for your reading pleasure.) i think i'm a tad hyper. bye for now.
heyyyyyyy. after reading about white puppy and the cat i really wish i knew white puppy!!! soooo cute. teresa, you are the only...and i mean, only, person i know who'd buy a tent for your dog. but that's part of the fun of knowing you. also, i saw jeff's post and looked at his blog. i'm guessing he's the one that said i have good taste in music...since i like his too. i tried to post on his blog but for whatever reason my computer wouldn't let me. i'll try again later sometime. anyhow, jeff, if you're reading-i like your taste in music. teresa, you are an awesome writer and if you don't write something that gets published one day i'll be very upset. have i ever told you that swimming in swimming pools (vs. ocean/lakes) makes me think of you? my mind wanders back to simpler times at 2121 burwick avenue. standing outside an apartment building secretly listening to that drummer guy from your middle school play "wipe out" and feeling so delightfully risky and cool. ha. anyhow, you need to keep reading my xanga site, ok? because everyone else who wants to read my random blahs read me there, not here. (sorry for the long post, but please know that i thoroughly enjoyed typing it for your reading pleasure.) i think i'm a tad hyper. bye for now.
Teresa, thanks for the link and mentioning me in your post. It was my pleasure for the link. I will visit your site daily because I know how good you can write and I know you will write.
On the church sign: I agree with Alex. Generally speaking, church signs are lame. I saw one in Dothan that said, "As a matter of fact, all nations are 'under God'" and it quoted a verse in Job. I thought that was sort of cool in a combative-wit-something-else way. I didn't answer the question initially because I assumed where you were going with it. Not in a negative way, but in a way we've discussed many times over. Isn't election a standard in Protestant orthodoxy? I suppose the defining line would be drawn if you feel it's unconditional or conditional. I think I lean conditional. But, I've been reading about Molina's idea of Middle Knowledge, which is more to do with providence, foreknowledge, and predestination; which I really don't feel like writing about now.
Alright, this is turning into a post. Once again, thanks again. You will be missed. Don't leave Isreal without wearing a tunic...
The tent for Daive is cool. Did you know that there is a whole line of products for pets to go camping with: sleeping pads and bags, tents, backpacks, boots, jackets, life jackets, wide variety of clothing, water and food bowls, etc. The list goes on. The stuff is cool. Just thought that you would like to know. Some companies that I know of:
www.coolpooch.com
www.granitegear.com
www.ruffwear.com
www.uhlrgear.com
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