So Petunia, what famous Christian do you think this was written about?
"***, adopting that cool tone of contempt and cutting and homely language so familiar to him, said, 'I slap your spirit on the snout.' "
I found that quote years ago in a book Ellen White highly recommended. If that gentleman were able to post here today and were to say something like that, what would you say to him? How would you treat him?
One more, the second being from the mystery writer:
" 'In like manner we excommunicate and curse all those who intercept any provisions on their passage to our city of Rome.'
" 'He snarls and snaps, like a dog that fears his bone will be taken from him.' "
I don't know about Petunia, but I know what would I say to him. How about Proverbs 14:12:
There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Could I say something to him I'd beg him to fall on his knees and ask forgiveness for his part in bringing about the deaths of so many souls. He rightly broke away from the twisted theology of the papal system, but he, like some today on their "self-righteous" crusades, diverted from the march for truth under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and fell into step behind the father of lies.
A few well-chosen moves do not a stellar example make. The whole must be considered before patterning one's character and strategy after such a man. Far more safe to look to the unerring pattern of our Savior, IMO.
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Martin Luther's dirty little book: Unfortunately few popular books on Luther go into detail about Luther's anti-Jewishness, or even mention that he had a hatred for Jews at all. This has resulted in a biased outlook towards Martin Luther and Christianity. This unawareness of Luther's sinister side, while honoring his "righteousness" leads to a ratcheting promotion of Luther which supports a "good" public image while also transporting his Jewish beliefs to those who carry the seeds of anti-Semitism. This will present an unwanted dilemma for many Christians because Luther represents the birth of Protestant Christianity as well as the genesis of the special brand of Jewish hatred that flourished only in Germany.
Although Luther did not invent anti-Jewishness, he promoted it to a level never before seen in Europe. Luther bore the influence of his upbringing and from anti-Jewish theologians such as Lyra, Burgensis, (and John Chrysostom, before them). But Luther's 1543 book, "On the Jews and their lies" took Jewish hatred to a new level when he proposed to set fire to their synagogues and schools, to take away their homes, forbad them to pray or teach, or even to utter God's name. Luther wanted to "be rid of them" and requested that the government and ministers deal with the problem. He requested pastors and preachers to follow his example of issuing warnings against the Jews. He goes so far as to claim that "We are at fault in not slaying them" for avenging the death of Jesus Christ. Hitler's Nazi government in the 1930s and 40s fit Luther's desires to a tee. I would encourage all to read this entire article. It is quite illuminating! Others in the early 20th century also patterned their behavior after Martin Luther. The article covers this in some detail.
If this is the man some of you choose to adopt as a mentor, an example of how to treat others, one has to wonder if you will soon be calling for the burning of buildings at 3abn. Some of you are already aptly modeling his "sinister" side quite well.
Once again, Proverbs 14:12:
There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.Jax- just speaking for himself and/or any precious flower...