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[tenshi_no_yoru]

It seems like a lot of people are talking about the earthquakes and tsunamis that have been occuring lately. While I probably should say some words about it, I honestly I can't think of anything to say that hasn't already been said more that enough times already. I wouldn't mind doing something to assist those that are suffering, but, frankly, I

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[inkchou]

This allows you to donate online or you can check out your local chapter of the the Red Cross for answers. Every little bit helps

[tenshi_no_yoru]

I suppose I can see the desire to know whats up ahead, but didn't Jesus tell his disciples not to try to determine the end of the world ahead of time? I can't help but think I recall hearing that somewhere

[inkchou]

I can't remember the exact scripture (if you like I'm willing to look it up) but it was something along the lines of only God himself knows when the world will end so don't believe anyone else; they're just lying to you. Oh, and before I go on the man who's faith was tested was named Job and yes he retained his faith and had quite a discussion with God afterward. It's fun to read because God actually becomes pretty snippy and sarcastic with Job. It also demonstrates that God can indeed be swayed and convinced on occasion

[tenshi_no_yoru]

Thats right. I believe his name was Job. I forget details like that sometimes. However, now that you mention it, isn't it something of a slight contradiction that God's opinion could ever be swayed? If God is all-knowing and if God's word defines the order of our universe, wouldn't proving him wrong have some effects on the universe? If someone's opinion changes, its usually because they've found fault in their former opinion. Unless I'm misinterpreting what you said, then God couldn't be completely infallible, could he

[hobbit_ninja]

I think I watched that same program on religion. Did it show a Satanic mass? One of the things that amused me most was when the devil worshippers claimed they in fact answered to no one and a few minutes later were shown chanting 'Hail Satan!'

[tenshi_no_yoru]

Now, would that be considered an irony or a hypocrisy?

[hobbit_ninja]

Could be both.

[tenshi_no_yoru]

Could be.