To: Petronski; DungeonMaster; Marysecretary; 1000 silverlings; OLD REGGIE
If Mary had "declined" to carry the Christ child, God's entire plan of salvation by the "Lamb slain from the foundation of the world" would have been thwarted.
God graciously made Mary an offer she couldn't and wouldn't refuse.
I trust God when He says He "declared the end from the beginning."
You're free to dispute that.
As God wills.
1,978 posted on 06/04/2008 12:49:27 PM PDT by Dr. Eckleburg
("I don't think they want my respect; I think they want my submission." - Flemming Rose)
God graciously made Mary an offer she couldn't and wouldn't refuse.
You make the Holy Spirit a rapist. Revolting.
1,991 posted on 06/04/2008 12:59:24 PM PDT by Petronski
(Scripture & Tradition must be accepted & honored w/equal sentiments of devotion & reverence. CCC 82)