Thank You

I can still remember exactly where I was and what I was doing when the last Gulf War began. It was a very different time, before the Internet was much of a factor. The prophecy books were out there, but not very helpful. Now, we're on the brink of the second Gulf war. This time is different. There's been a discussion with Christ-followers all over the world, a 21st century version of a theological debate held over a keg of beer. At first glance, the discussion hasn't done any good. It's not like George W. has been influenced by what we've said. But it would be a mistake to negate what some people might call punditry. For a believer, a changing mind is a pretty significant thing ("be transformed by the renewing of your mind..."). I know I've learned, and I'm going to pray differently. So thanks, Rachel, Jordon, Bene, Josh, Dean, John C., John O., Steve, Chad, Pen, and others. I appreciate you more than you could know.

Comments

[Bene Diction]

Back at you buddy. I'll listen anytime.

[dan]

I remember (as a much younger gal) prior to the last Gulf war hearing on the evening news that the invasion had begun and deciding to keep a copy of the newspaper from the next day, which I imagined would announce the invasion, the beginning of the war with large headlines and great fanfare. I kept that paper for five years, and I was always curious about the fact that it made no big announcement about the transition from (technically) peace to war. It seemed a fait accompli. The invasion was included in a front page article, but there were no large headlines and no great fanfare - just the light of a thousand TV cameras watching the tracer fire. This time, it seemed that everyone was waiting for and took notice of the transition. The war this time is more controversial - there is a real sense that we are crossing a boundary into the unknown.

[Pen]

I am thankful for the community of bloggers as well Daryl. I am glad that each of grows together, and prays together. Grace & Peace - Pen