I can think of a gentleman -- two, actually -- who are convicted felons that I WOULD TRUST WITH MY LIFE, and whose values, politics, and morals I respect ten times more that several self-described "conservative Christians" who come to mind.
Thank you for the kind words. I’m glad you could even read that, haha, I didn’t take the time to fix typos.
I have had some people do some really horrible things to me, theft etc., in my life that at the time I really wished they would “get the chair” so to speak. But is I’ve matured, I realize that am sure that at some point in my life I’ve done things that may have really hurt people, too. That’s why I often think of the scripture about by what measure ye mete, it shall be measured unto you. I once read an article that talked about a religious leader who was stolen from out of his home by a “friend.” The man years later told of his theft ($20.00), and the religious leader forgave him, but didn’t give the person his wallet to hold, that’s for sure.
I have a big issue with “Christians” who want to force everyone to “be good.” Not only is it impossible, even the attempt to do so, is evil. The funny thing, is that they’re still focused on the mote, and ignoring the beam. Whatever someone has done wrong, or may do wrong (except murder, and maybe rape, which is right there with murder), forcing someone to be subject to you is worse. Why? Because that person may as well be dead if they can’t use their God Given agency to draw closer to him. I’m not saying people should have consequences, but prison is not only effective, it’s not a natural consequence, and doesn’t teach anyone anything. I’m drifting off topic now, but it’s in the same vein. I said it, because I agree with you 100% about the “conservative Christian” comment. Take care.
(P.S. And please ignore my typos, haha)
And if Newt supporters - of which I am mightily one - can say Newt should be viewed in a different and light because he repented and has gone to God for forgiveness - and we should vote for him because isn’t now who he was then... the same can be said of felons... though I personally cannot stand rick sanctimonious...