[Diddle E. Squat]

Who cares?

The bible tells us not to be superstitious, so why should any Christian worry about some silly number? Remember the story of Jacob's wife and the household idols?

[gobucks]

so why should any Christian worry about some silly number.

You're right, they should not worry. But, on the other hand, being alert for the distractions is useful if you're training kids, or those new to Christ.

It's quite clear in Revelation - 666 is a bona fide number that signifies the mark of the beast. Its quite clear Jerusalem will be the center of the action (as if its not already that way!).

Being aware of the one who will one arrive without warning is prudent. Being alert is appropriate. Now, of course this sounds nuts. But, what, a third of our nation is nearly diabetic, and voluntarily so. That, I think, is nuts.