Thread: The End of The World?

Recently, mixed in with all the other media attention paid to Sarah Palin, there was some focus on her statement concerning the expansion of Jewish settlements in Israeli occupied territory: She said: "I believe that the Jewish settlements should be allowed to be expanded upon, because that population of Israel is, is going to grow. More and more Jewish people will be flocking to Israel in the days and weeks and months ahead."

Some have interpreted Palin's comment as evidence of her religious beliefs about certain events that will usher in the "end times" or the Great Tribulation, particularly since there seems to be no empirical evidence of any imminent "flocking" of Jews to Israel that would otherwise explain her statement.

So here's my question: Do you believe we are truly approaching a biblical "end time"? If so, would you support the election of a president who shares this belief and who might base certain foreign policy decisions on such a belief?

I trust the posing of this question will not raise any religious or political issues...

down through history many have claimed the "end times are upon us" as you and i know, they were all proven so wrong.
if you study the bible there are signs of impending "end times". but it also says "the day and time of my return will be like a thief in the night" meaning to most that no one can precisely predict or know if it is truly "end times"
nice thread and should prove interesting...

Originally Posted by billyjeff2

So here's my question: Do you believe we are truly approaching a biblical "end time"? If so, would you support the election of a president who shares this belief and who might base certain foreign policy decisions on such a belief?

I trust the posing of this question will not raise any religious or political issues...

Hmmmmm Let's see

2012
Palin = Religious Right wing wacko
Obama = "I hate being an American" Left wing wacko

Can I have a "Common Sense" choice that repensents the 80% of us in between the two poles?????????

BTW until we all realize that we are being played by both parties this BS will continue....

"Vote them all out in 2010 and 2012" no really vote for your party, or your issue, who cares, but vote out anyone with more than 2 terms... NEW BLOOD...

From a biblical perspective, I believe the bible says something about it happening when no one is expecting it. So if a large population believes the end is near; how can it be?

Originally Posted by TheBaron

From a biblical perspective, I believe the bible says something about it happening when no one is expecting it. So if a large population believes the end is near; how can it be?

IIRC Jesus gave certain signs as a warning regarding the tribulation. What no one knows is the time of his return.

I really have to agree with Glen, the toilet is full of turds, both left and right, its time to flush that thing and get some clean water flowing thru it.

To get back on topic, I think there is a lot of room for interpretation, and most people interpret in their favor to match their belief system or lack thereof. Personally with my belief system, its just a matter of time, how much? I do not know for sure. But as Jesus warned, "Take ye heed, watch and pray."

Originally Posted by TheBaron

From a biblical perspective, I believe the bible says something about it happening when no one is expecting it. So if a large population believes the end is near; how can it be?

So as long as we keep expecting the world to end, it won't end.
Cool.

THE WORLD WILL END!

Originally Posted by gssixgun

Hmmmmm Let's see

2012
Palin = Religious Right wing wacko
Obama = "I hate being an American" Left wing wacko

Can I have a "Common Sense" choice that repensents the 80% of us in between the two poles?????????

BTW until we all realize that we are being played by both parties this BS will continue....

"Vote them all out in 2010 and 2012" no really vote for your party, or your issue, who cares, but vote out anyone with more than 2 terms... NEW BLOOD...

Glen,
Although I am Christian, you are my hero in this regard. I have said many times that every politician in Washington should be voted out or better yet tried for treason. Its all a game. As to the end of the world, as said earlier, the end of the world will have signs, but will occur so quickly that it can not be predicted.
I will say this though. The moral standards of this country are virtually gone. The government is about to pay to kill unborn children of irresponsible teenagers of parents who could care less. Most people don't believe in anything anymore and that is why the Obama administration and liberals are able to teach children lies and encourage ignorance. The Bible is a good book. The life of Jesus is a good standard for people to live by, even if you do not believe in God. The founding fathers wrote the constitution based on the premise that a virtuous people could live in peace with one another and have very limited need of government. We are no longer virtuous and now morals are being dictated by law. This by itself is what is ultimately going to lead to our destruction, because it takes more than law for a society to sustain itself.

I thought our laws were dictated by morals?

And which version of the bible should i be reading?

I need to get caught up on the correct way to live my life, just in case i'm doing it wrong.

btw, jesus was a bit too progressive and liberal for me. Gave out too many handouts.

Originally Posted by treydampier

Glen,
Although I am Christian, you are my hero in this regard. I have said many times that every politician in Washington should be voted out or better yet tried for treason. Its all a game. As to the end of the world, as said earlier, the end of the world will have signs, but will occur so quickly that it can not be predicted.
I will say this though. The moral standards of this country are virtually gone. The government is about to pay to kill unborn children of irresponsible teenagers of parents who could care less. Most people don't believe in anything anymore and that is why the Obama administration and liberals are able to teach children lies and encourage ignorance. The Bible is a good book. The life of Jesus is a good standard for people to live by, even if you do not believe in God. The founding fathers wrote the constitution based on the premise that a virtuous people could live in peace with one another and have very limited need of government. We are no longer virtuous and now morals are being dictated by law. This by itself is what is ultimately going to lead to our destruction, because it takes more than law for a society to sustain itself.

Originally Posted by Slartibartfast

I thought our laws were dictated by morals?

And which version of the bible should i be reading?

I need to get caught up on the correct way to live my life, just in case i'm doing it wrong.

btw, jesus was a bit too progressive and liberal for me. Gave out too many handouts.

When I was a what was known as a 'dirty hippie freak' in the '60s the deal was that if Jesus came back then they wouldn't have let him in church because he would've looked like one of us. Now they certainly wouldn't appreciate his politics of the meek inheriting the earth, giving up what you have and following him to care for the sick and the poor. He might even be for national health care. Crucify him !