Rick Warren's Journey From Political Peacemaker to Lightning Rod

Irony abounds those who are adamant that the Bible is simply a book of fiction. far from it. in fact the Bible is most likely one of the first text books known to human kind. consider: the Bible contains passages on what is Kosher, on how life may have been created and historical passages. this is, in essence ways to eat right and avoid food poisioning, biology according to what was known at the time and believied to have happened and the use of historical descriptions, perhaps blown a bit out of porportion, but still with clear underling messages. which is why any sensable person should be concerned when individuals use the term such as 'Biblical truth', when pertaining to marriage or homosexuality in general, as most passages either refer to lust- the use of homosexuality is given additional adjetives in order to emphasize that such indescrestions were particularly offensive, not homosexuality in general or are poor translations/ take passages out of context; refer to the ideas, such as homosexuality as an abomination with the assertion that the Bible is taking a position, rather than offering one. because of this the Bible is used as simply a tool for individuals to force their own positions unto others and give their beliefs a sense of superiority that makes them invunerable to criticism or counter argument. in fact detractors of the Bible are simply reacting to religious fanatics use or rather abuse of Scripture. to that end the realization that the Bible is an attempt to make sense of the world and guide it's peoples, God's creation, through life and give them safe and happy lives. it is often overemphasized the extremely spiritual portions of the Bible, because they are the most controversial and the most swaying. however the time has come to end the misconception that the Bible does more than offer sage advice, wisdom and an understanding in to the concerns of early society, and realize that the connection of any individual to God is with in them and them alone. any less is a usurming of the free willl present in each individual and a threat to moral and spiritual development as well as a danger to society to allow people peace, freedom and happiness.

mattew jones of IA 1:01AM June 11, 2009

I think that many evangelicals today have made themselves completely irrelevant. Speaking in "Christianese" about morals and values as though they are the only values that count. I believe that many American Christians wish to run this country as though Biblical Law should be the rule. That would be fine if it were what each individual American CHOSE. But they haven't. I believe the largest example of lazy evangelizing is to attempt to make biblical morals into national law. While I can't say that I "know" what the reverend is thinking and wrestling with internally, I think Rev. Warren displays the effects of addressing the needs of the masses with no easy answers.

amy of VT 10:52AM April 28, 2009

The Word of God is sharper than any two edged sword and Christ told us that he came to earth not to bring peace, but to bring division. If Pastor Warren is uncomfortable with people not liking him then he is not the first, nor is he in the right profession. I think he needs to decide which side he's on and stay there. Religion and politics do not mix!!

Oh yeah! I cant believe someone would put Dr. Dobson in the same sentence with Falwell & demonizers, come on!!

Scott C. of VA 8:18AM April 25, 2009

mr. warren, do whats right because in the end God will jugde you. stand up for biblical principles and know that this battle is not yours but it's the Lords. You and your family are definitly in our prayers. Set your face as a flint and keep your stand for righteousness any other way you will fail.

mary dixon of TX 10:50AM April 24, 2009