dave.424

SSScout: "I was referring to Jesus' having no POLITICAL power, not spiritual power. Yes, he allowed a lot to happen to fulfill the prophecies and his Fathers will, but still, he had no POLITICAL power. And that is what is spoken of here." Yes, but you still portrayed him as a poor, hapless victim of the "the man". He may not have had political power, but he was in the position he was by his own choosing. I'm just saying that perhaps not a good analogy for someone who is denied a job or a home based on their religious beliefs.

I'm new to the forums and just saw this thread tonight. I was saddened to see the ultimate outcome. My prayers are with the family and friends of this young scout. Dave Jer 29:11

Re: SSScout's post 4/10 at 2:40 pm Thanks for the welcome. So far, I haven't seen any real, outright rude or non-Scout like treatment of fellow posters. In general, the discussions have seemed to be civil, even when folks disagree.. What's the point of who was European and who wasn't? Unless you intend to imply that Europeans are intrinsically more xenophobic than the other more "enlightened" people of the world. Based on your comments "the people", I guess this isn't your intent. Even for your purposes of illustration, all that matters was that Pilate was a member of the rul

My pack has traditionally recognized boys who've earned their religious emblem at the pack meetings. I feel this is completely appropriate since it is a BSA recognized award and, in particular, is an option for earning the Webelos Badge. I never thought it was even controversial (boy was I naive) until my son attended a recognition service held by the National Capital Area Council's Protestant Committee on Scouting (PoC) and received a ribbon for the pack flag. Our cub master initially reacted in what I thought was a paranoid manner. He responded that he'd this is was appropriate a

Thanks all. I've been enjoying the forum. Been trolling through the Issues & Politics are mostly, so far. Fun stuff.

After reading through this whole thread (not in one sitting, thankfully), I feel I should weigh in, but not sure where to start so I'll just say this for now... I think faith is a large part of scouting and would not support doing away with the DRP or changing the Oath or Law. The BSA is a private organization is entitled to make their own membership requirements. That said, I think it's a matter of personal conviction. If someone feels confortable affirming them, I won't go out of my way to question them. I've been my son's den leader for all five years of his scouting carreer and have

From GernBlansten: "Perhaps our resident theologians can confirm or correct me, but doesn't protestant theology dictate that Phelps actions here on the big blue ball won't affect his pathway upstairs, just his acceptance of Jesus?" I'm not a theologian, but you are correct that, according to Protestant doctrine, what determines one's salvation (or "pathway upstairs") is a true acceptance of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. However, not everyone that professes to be a believer truly is. See the words of Jesus from Matthew 7:15-23 (NIV), courtesy of BibleGateway.com. 15"Watch out f

Hey, all. Son is about to bridge to a troop, but for now I'm still a Webelos Leader. Have been his den leader since Tigers. What will I do with that "one hour a week"? Well, I plan to stay involved in some capicity with the troop. Odd time to decide to sign up here, but better late than never. Also enjoy Geocaching with my son (or alone). Seems to be a great compliment to scouting.