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Re: And the Winner of my vote is … Romney

Mike E — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 21:51:38 -0000

Well, looks like McCain took it. I have to say that I'm disappointed! But Romney is my number two.

Re: And the Winner of my vote is … Romney

Mike E — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 07:51:38 -0000

Well, looks like McCain took it. I have to say that I'm disappointed! But Romney is my number two.

Re: Post Abortion Syndrome … for Dad

Mike E — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 15:26:22 -0000

This is a great article. The abortionist's response lays bare the foundation of her movement's beliefs--that family doesn't matter, truth is determined by public opinion and the courts, and above all, a stalwart denial of the ugly truth of abortion. Where in the world is the freedom they are after?

Re: Post Abortion Syndrome … for Dad

Mike E — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 01:26:22 -0000

Re: Going Insane, I Mean, Green

Mike E — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 08:41:32 -0000

George, thanks! Good parallels!

Jonathan, while you seem eager to chalk this up to the "animosity" of hateful conservatives, it's not really my Christianity that was roused by this story--just my common sense.

Re: Going Insane, I Mean, Green

Mike E — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 13:31:24 -0000

Maybe you will.

Re: Going Insane, I Mean, Green

Mike E — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 17:41:32 -0000

George, thanks! Good parallels!
Jonathan, while you seem eager to chalk this up to the "animosity" of hateful conservatives, it's not really my Christianity that was roused by this story--just my common sense.

Re: Going Insane, I Mean, Green

Mike E — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:31:24 -0000

Maybe you will.

Re: APA: No Consensus On Cause of Homosexuality

Mike E — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:29:06 -0000

Phil,

ever consider that other people's inner lives aren't what you imagine they must be?

Re: APA: No Consensus On Cause of Homosexuality

Mike E — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 21:29:06 -0000

Phil,
ever consider that other people's inner lives aren't what you imagine they must be?

Re: Christian Photographer Fined for Refusing Gay Wedding

Mike E — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:27:04 -0000

I definitely don't mean to criticize the photographer here. For what she did, she seems to have done it the right way. As for the "decision" I referred to, I meant whether or not to to gay weddings at all in the first place. I could understand a Christian going either way.

Re: Christian Photographer Fined for Refusing Gay Wedding

Mike E — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 16:28:12 -0000

Exactly. I felt the photographer was being punished for their beliefs--the couple was not being compensated because they suffered no loss or injury.

Re: Christian Photographer Fined for Refusing Gay Wedding

Mike E — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 02:27:04 -0000

Re: Christian Photographer Fined for Refusing Gay Wedding

Mike E — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 02:28:12 -0000

Exactly. I felt the photographer was being punished for their beliefs--the couple was not being compensated because they suffered no loss or injury.

Re: Christian Photographer Fined for Refusing Gay Wedding

Mike E — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 09:31:34 -0000

Good points, Steve. I think there are a lot of mature and reasonable gays and lesbians who don't mind coexisting with people of differing beliefs--but similar values on tolerance and love.

There are others, of course. For instance, the response to this story about the outrage over Clinton and Obama visiting a Christian college that bans homosexual behavior. As commentor "AJ" said of another commentor:

"...But then you have the hate mongers like Chris who think that both cultures should co-exist. What a bunch of crap."

Also, several months back I blogged about a hit piece Pink News did on Gloria Gaynor, calling her a homophobe simply for desiring to "bring the love of Christ" to gays. She refused to even say homosexuality was sinful--but they assumed she believed it, so they labeled her.

Re: Christian Photographer Fined for Refusing Gay Wedding

Mike E — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 19:31:34 -0000

Good points, Steve. I think there are a lot of mature and reasonable gays and lesbians who don't mind coexisting with people of differing beliefs--but similar values on tolerance and love.
There are others, of course. For instance, the response to this story about the outrage over Clinton and Obama visiting a Christian college that bans homosexual behavior. As commentor "AJ" said of another commentor:
"...But then you have the hate mongers like Chris who think that both cultures should co-exist. What a bunch of crap."
Also, several months back I blogged about a hit piece Pink News did on Gloria Gaynor, calling her a homophobe simply for desiring to "bring the love of Christ" to gays. She refused to even say homosexuality was sinful--but they assumed she believed it, so they labeled her.

Re: Transcript of CBS Debate Regarding APA

Mike E — Tue, 20 May 2008 16:39:37 -0000

While "quit it" might be a funny choice of words, it's true; they need to stop silencing people who aren't PC.

I also think Fishback's arguments are weak and he was grasping at straws at the end. I mean, in the middle of the debate he pretty much says, "Just because science hasn't proven our point doesn't mean we can't say that it has."

He rounds it out by trying to devalue your experience with the fact that he can't get any taller. I don't think you were the one being childish, Randy.

Mikes last blog post..QotD: Say Cheese

Re: Transcript of CBS Debate Regarding APA

Mike E — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:39:37 -0000

While "quit it" might be a funny choice of words, it's true; they need to stop silencing people who aren't PC.
I also think Fishback's arguments are weak and he was grasping at straws at the end. I mean, in the middle of the debate he pretty much says, "Just because science hasn't proven our point doesn't mean we can't say that it has."
He rounds it out by trying to devalue your experience with the fact that he can't get any taller. I don't think you were the one being childish, Randy.
Mikes last blog post..QotD: Say Cheese

Re: Ted Kennedy’s Tumor

Mike E — Wed, 21 May 2008 13:16:37 -0000

Most importantly I want to pray that Mr. Kennedy gets saved (if he isn't already). The news said he may have less than a year to live.

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Re: Ted Kennedy’s Tumor

Mike E — Wed, 21 May 2008 23:16:37 -0000

Most importantly I want to pray that Mr. Kennedy gets saved (if he isn't already). The news said he may have less than a year to live.
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Re: Chloe Cuteness

Mike E — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 09:00:44 -0000

That's mah baby!!! :-D

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Re: Chloe Cuteness

Mike E — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 19:00:44 -0000

That's mah baby!!! :-D
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Re: Gimmee Some Luv

Mike E — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 10:00:47 -0000

Cool deal! Once again you have proven yourself the Grand Poo-Bah Blogger.

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Re: Gimmee Some Luv

Mike E — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 20:00:47 -0000

Cool deal! Once again you have proven yourself the Grand Poo-Bah Blogger.
<abbr>Mikes last blog post..Summer Movie Review Pt. 1 on ... http://mikeensley.vox.com</abbr>

Re: Choosing Battles

Mike E — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 16:39:44 -0000

Randy, thanks again for the FABULOUS yacht shindig. My favorite moment was when Karl Rove and you did karaoke to Sheryl Crow. To die for!

Re: Choosing Battles

Mike E — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 02:39:44 -0000

Randy, thanks again for the FABULOUS yacht shindig. My favorite moment was when Karl Rove and you did karaoke to Sheryl Crow. To die for!

Re: Froggie, Sheila E. And Loose Ends

Mike E — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 14:57:00 -0000

It would not have been strange if the frog was alive, though. They have proven to hold bravely still even when my curious Golden Retriever is exploring them during a walk.

Re: Froggie, Sheila E. And Loose Ends

Mike E — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:57:00 -0000

It would not have been strange if the frog was alive, though. They have proven to hold bravely still even when my curious Golden Retriever is exploring them during a walk.

Re: Gay Rights At the Expense of Religious Liberty? Part II

Mike E — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 08:55:32 -0000

Stephen, I watched the video of the lesbian student protestors--that's really sad. It seems to me, though, that they're working against their own viewpoint. If someone is truly secure in the rightness and truth of what they believe, they would only shout if that was all they could do to be heard.

These girls' behavior is not that of truth-tellers, but of oppressors. And goodness knows, it isn't as though a gay-affirming viewpoint would have no outlet to be heard--especially on a university campus.

Re: Gay Rights At the Expense of Religious Liberty? Part II

Mike E — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:55:32 -0000

Stephen, I watched the video of the lesbian student protestors--that's really sad. It seems to me, though, that they're working against their own viewpoint. If someone is truly secure in the rightness and truth of what they believe, they would only shout if that was all they could do to be heard.
These girls' behavior is not that of truth-tellers, but of oppressors. And goodness knows, it isn't as though a gay-affirming viewpoint would have no outlet to be heard--especially on a university campus.

Re: Pondering Gay Marriage in California

Mike E — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 11:54:48 -0000

It's definitely tough (when has it not been?). My worldview (faith in Scripture) doesn't allow me to support or honor gay marriages. But on the other hand, I know other people don't have that kind of faith in Scripture. Of course, the whole point of the law is to enforce morals upon those who would not otherwise practice them, isn't it?

I don't personally see why gay couples shouldn't be able to share a bank account, insurance policy, or make medical decisions for each other if they so choose. As I understand, though, in many states they already have access to those things.

Perhaps what is fueling the war over marriage is that sense of "something missing" that was partially responsible for why some of us have chosen to struggle away from homosexuality. From the blogs I've read, there seems to be an attitude among some gays that the inability to achieve full marriage recognition is responsible for a good deal of unhappiness.

One blogger literally said that the law gives heterosexuals an "easy road to happiness" that is denied to gays. There are many things wrong with that statement, but one thing I've learned about chronic unhappiness and discontent--its source is often internal, no matter how much it's projected.

But it's frustrating to constantly be labeled with "hate" and to have people interpret this as "my" way. There's no benefit to me personally if I do not support gay marriage, or if I do. Truth doesn't hinge on either one.

Re: Pondering Gay Marriage in California

Mike E — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 21:54:48 -0000

It's definitely tough (when has it not been?). My worldview (faith in Scripture) doesn't allow me to support or honor gay marriages. But on the other hand, I know other people don't have that kind of faith in Scripture. Of course, the whole point of the law is to enforce morals upon those who would not otherwise practice them, isn't it?
I don't personally see why gay couples shouldn't be able to share a bank account, insurance policy, or make medical decisions for each other if they so choose. As I understand, though, in many states they already have access to those things.
Perhaps what is fueling the war over marriage is that sense of "something missing" that was partially responsible for why some of us have chosen to struggle away from homosexuality. From the blogs I've read, there seems to be an attitude among some gays that the inability to achieve full marriage recognition is responsible for a good deal of unhappiness.
One blogger literally said that the law gives heterosexuals an "easy road to happiness" that is denied to gays. There are many things wrong with that statement, but one thing I've learned about chronic unhappiness and discontent--its source is often internal, no matter how much it's projected.
But it's frustrating to constantly be labeled with "hate" and to have people interpret this as "my" way. There's no benefit to me personally if I do not support gay marriage, or if I do. Truth doesn't hinge on either one.

Re: Face to Face with Wayne Besen

Mike E — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:39:34 -0000

I think people don't understand the Christian perspective on Christ (in a lot of ways), but pertaining to Jews I really don't think our aim is to 'convert.' After all, the way I understand it, Christ is for the Jews--before non-Jews even (Romans Chapter 1). The New Testament talks about Him being the fulfillment of all that God promised in His thousands-years courtship of the nation of Israel.

Anyways, that's just how I look at it.

For Christ himself has brought peace to us. He united Jews and Gentiles into one people when, in his own body on the cross, he broke down the wall of hostility that separated us. (Eph. 2:14)

Re: Face to Face with Wayne Besen

Mike E — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 00:39:34 -0000

I think people don't understand the Christian perspective on Christ (in a lot of ways), but pertaining to Jews I really don't think our aim is to 'convert.' After all, the way I understand it, Christ is for the Jews--before non-Jews even (Romans Chapter 1). The New Testament talks about Him being the fulfillment of all that God promised in His thousands-years courtship of the nation of Israel.
Anyways, that's just how I look at it.
For Christ himself has brought peace to us. He united Jews and Gentiles into one people when, in his own body on the cross, he broke down the wall of hostility that separated us. (Eph. 2:14)

Re: Gossip Girl and Sex Positive San Francisco

Mike E — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:41:40 -0000

Great post. I love the fast-food metaphor--fits perfectly.

I had the tv on while I was editing conference pictures this weekend and an episode of Gossip Girl came on. In mere seconds the juvenile banter and smutty, sophomoric drama were too much to bear even as background noise.

<abbr>Mikes last blog post..A New Day Part 3 on ... http://mikeensley.vox.com</abbr>

Re: Gossip Girl and Sex Positive San Francisco

Mike E — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 00:41:40 -0000

Great post. I love the fast-food metaphor--fits perfectly.
I had the tv on while I was editing conference pictures this weekend and an episode of Gossip Girl came on. In mere seconds the juvenile banter and smutty, sophomoric drama were too much to bear even as background noise.
<abbr>Mikes last blog post..A New Day Part 3 on ... http://mikeensley.vox.com</abbr>

Re: There Is Something Wrong With The Queen’s iPod

Mike E — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 14:18:10 -0000

HAHA!