Sunday, April 26, 2009

hmmmm

Isn't it interesting how God is shown in many different lights throughout the Bible (especially the new testament)? God is described as an omnipotent being who knows all and sees all while simultaneously being accessible to the individual. Furthermore, the God of the old testament is often represented as a force that aids in the conquering of 'other' nations while the new testament states that God's followers are "a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language." (Rev 7:9)

Who is the God of the Bible? Gee, it seems that he might be whatever the author wants him to be--or perhaps whatever the author needs him to be. I don't know, is this biased? Maybe. I just can't get over how sillily (I know that's not a word, but it should be) the Bible (old test.+new test.) represents God. I don't think I would feel comfortable having a personal relationship with someone who will smite nations for disagreeing with him.... which brings me to the question: what am I doing in America?

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