Putting The 10 Commandments In Louisiana Classrooms
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If politicians were required to obey the 10 commandments as a job requirement, they would sue for hostile workplace rules.
And they should.
what a genius?
The Handmaid’s Tale seems to become a tangible reality in a very near future.
Yes! I'm afraid the Alt Reich took Atwood as instruction
Much like 1984, the handmaid's tale was more of a warning than it was a work of fiction. Atwood was paying attention.
This is why the Republicans removed that book from school libraries.
I was always under the impression that the United States was a freedom of religion country. I'm curious as to how they would feel if public schools started posting parts of the Koran or Jews posting parts of the Tora up in the schools their children go to because that is the exact door they have opened. This is just another wedge Republicans are attempting to use to divide Americans. I agree with you, if you want to use religious text of any kind make them universal to all mankind, so that we can all grow better together rather than an attempt to divide us all. Religions belong at home and church not the general public so that it might offend those that don't believe the same.
So the rich kids don’t have to learn the rules, but poor kids have to. How convenient
Yep. As Ed points out, they are trying to condition children to obedience, not to actual Christian values.
That's the way it always is
I think if the lawmakers are making a law that the 10 commandments go up on walls of publicly funded schools, then voters need to make a law that THESE LAWMAKER'S CHILDREN MUST ATTEND PUBLIC SCHOOL.
I was going to suggest they be put up posters in the courtrooms and legislative spaces.
Good idea!
Yeah. It's funny that it used to be private, Christian schools were the ones free to put up such posters, while public schools were free from religion-specific
@@scj2117I believe a couple states have already done that. Those commandments have yet to help those adults act any better
@@NopeUghUghAbsolutelyNot
Well, that is disappointing.
But is also suggests they may not help the school children either.
Golden rule - Do unto others as you would have done unto you.
That’s just what I was going to say. There is no mention of a higher power (even though I am a Christian and do believe in one). It won’t really offend anyone and it’s a good rule to live by whether you are Jewish, Christian, Muslim, agnostic or atheist. Plus, I don’t believe anyone would have an issue with it.
Don’t forget “thous shall not bear false witness”!
Shh, saying the golden rule will get you demonized as "woke" in certain circles 😮
I think that posting the Golden Rule "Treat others as you would like others to treat you." might pass Supreme Court muster
Hi Rev. Ed! I have lived here in Louisiana my whole life. The current legislature is here to rule, not to represent us. You are correct. Placing the 10 Commandments in our classrooms is about building a culture of obedience, not autonomy, critical thinking, and responsibility.
Actually, it's a FLEX to say "OUR religion is the only correct one." There's nothing about any law on any book that stops people from doing things. The difference is that WE today have a justice system that weighs the social impediment of a crime, not the umbrage of an egomaniacal, narcissistic monster.
It's easier to rule the obedient then to rule the free thinker.
As a Christian I really do not want any verses on the classroom walls. That is a power move. But like you, I have always felt the Beatitudes are a much better choice.
Schools should have periodic tables on the wall and zero religious material of any kind
@@davidgray1515 I definitely agree.
Funny, I saw Beau’s video this morning and one of my first thoughts was so wonder what Ed is going to think about this. Hope he weighs in on it, because I, as someone who isn’t a Christian find myself wishing more and more that he is what Christians should be. And I have come to trust that more often than not I can learn from him what so many others in positions of power and authority think they have a right to tell us all. But they seem to have forgotten that if you don’t actually live what you preach, no one is going to believe you. Well, no one who is actually looking for truth anyway.
The beatitudes challenge us. They do not enable judging others. What they choose to require is evidence of what the truly want.
Every time something likes this attempted I remember one of the most powerful lessons a pastor ever taught me : I will be the only Bible most people will ever read. It is how I live. Not how I perform.
I like the way he thought. Christianity has become a performance piece for too many people.
As an American Christian who has to live with these hypocrites, I have to tell you that they don’t believe in the words of Paul. They don’t believe that part of the Bible.
Be Excellent To Each Other! Don't just be good. Be EXCELLENT!
I have *so much* respect for you, Father Ed.
Rev Ed, I hurt when you bring out these awful things we are doing to ourselves but it is wonderful to know that you give us support and hope. Bless you and bless your parish.
They need a Separation of Church and State for Dummies book. I think "love each other" would be both secular and a general positive message everyone could learn from. Thanks Rev Trevors!
Like their Bible, they’d never read it.
We arenot called to force people to Bowdoin to God, we are called to present people with the choice of Hope. Our testimony and love will help people in their choices of weather or not to believe in hope, love, and the prince of peace.
The irony that most of the 10 commandments are unconstitutional. Unfortunately this supreme court is likely to find a reason to allow this.
If they actually understood the commandments that they demand be displayed, they'd be offended that they would actually have to follow them. Especially, the ones about lying and stealing.
Yeah, "settled law" doesn't mean what it used to.
@@donaldwert7137 this supreme Court threw stare decisis down the toilet bowl of history. The thing is, it will come back and bite them in the butts. Especially with 2A rights. The next time we have a left leaning court, they will throw away the Bruen decision and start restricting rights again. They are literally doing it to themselves.
The bemusement is that there is no list of 10 Commandments in the Bible
Not sure what you mean that they are unconstitutional. Do you mean that it would be unconstitutional to pass a law saying, e.g., that you may not take God's name in vain? That's true, but it doesn't mean that following or advocating for the commandments is "unconstitutional." We have freedom of religion here. What's unconstitutional is requiring that they be displayed.
Hi Ed, it's me, Curtiss!. This is not topical for today, but I'm going ahead anyway. My family fell away from the Catholic Church when I was eight or ten years old. My mother's family immigrated from the Azores. We fell away from the Catholic Church when I was eight or ten, although she was devout. I don't attend church, and when asked, I reply, "I'm a diest." I believe in God but not likely a form you might recognize.I was attracted to your site because my first ex- wife and I were married by an Episcopalian minister, in a light rain, in Amherst, Massachusetts, and your content. You are the only minister I will listen to, and I appreciate your ministry greatly. Thank you!
Are people who have ex- spouses really that devout??????
@@davidgray1515, I have an ex spouse, not by choice. My children’s father was not forthcoming to me, and lied/cheated for about 20 years. When I discovered that, he felt as if a huge burden had been lifted. He went on to lead a fulfilled life. He was no longer willing/able to live in our home with me and our children. Judging by your comment, I get the impression that bc of circumstances that I had no control over, you would question my faith.
The best sign to put in classrooms?
Bill and Ted answered this in 1989, "Be excellent to each other, and party on dudes!".
Thanks Ed, for a very good very thought provoking video. And you said it: How about just the words "Love One Another."
First of all, thanks for adding your gentle voice to what feels like an overwhelming cacophony of noise in this world. Love one another. It’s on my parents’ tombstone. A simple truth. PS: I like Beau’s reasonable thoughts too.
I was just thinking about the softness of his voice, which somehow overcomes the loud voices we hear almost everyday. Gentleness always has a greater impact on the spirit than exaggerated volume.
I dearly wish that this was the norm. A person can only take so much screaming.
If you want a good read find "The Founding Myth: Why America is not a christian nation." It does a great breakdown not only that yes we were never a christian nation (founded to enforce christianity), but also points out that the first amendment directly contradicts the first commandment.
Thank you. I will put it on the list
George Washington's letter to France saying we are not a christian nation is a nice brief read as well
The Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi.
Here in the United States we have an article which prohibits the marrying together of church and state is called separation of church and state this is a clear violation of that and hopefully will be struck down immediately by the Supreme Court if not the local court systems.
Yes... but that part of the Constitution is clearly "Unconstitutional." Otherwise, it would be in the Constitution! It's the same with "Welfare" ... as in "Provide for the General Welfare.." We can't have that, it's Communism! The needy should pay like everyone else. Jesus would want that, wouldn't He? (sarcasm)
Self-designated Christians are going to wring their hands and moan about persecution. And I honestly don't trust the courts, SCOTUS in particular, to support the separation of church and state. They have already shown that they have little to no regard for settled law.
You have far more faith in the SCOTUS than I do at the moment. I’m in Alabama, hostile land for a non-Christian such as myself, and the current SCOTUS looks far too similar to the likes of Tubberville who only got his current job because he was a famous football coach.
@@feliciapate7926 no I do not believe that the Supreme Court would uphold the Constitution and the separation of church and state but maybe it can go to the state courts but maybe it will be kicked up stairs to the Supreme Court. I don't trust that the Supreme Court would hold up the Constitution but what else do we do
Not quite correct... The US Constitution prohibits the Government establishing a church. Nothing prohibits religious persons participating in government: well perhaps the Maryland thing.
When my kids were little, one of my friends said she noticed that all lists of classroom rules seemed to include the word "don't". They could have a poster like "Kindness is contagious". If they really wanted to reach all the kids, they could have quotes from famous world philosophers, including (of course) George Carlin.
How many of those lawmakers can recite the Commandments from memory?
Probably none
How many of those lawmakers follow the 10 Commandments? How many of those lawmakers support tgf? Passed Senate amended (10/27/1993)
Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993 - Prohibits any agency, department, or official of the United States or any State (the government) from substantially burdening a person's exercise of religion even if the burden results from a rule of general applicability, except that the government may burden a person's exercise of religion only if it demonstrates that application of the burden to the person: (1) furthers a compelling governmental interest; and (2) is the least restrictive means of furthering that compelling governmental interest.
Sets forth provisions pertaining to judicial relief, attorney's fees, and applicability.
Declares that: (1) nothing in this Act shall be construed to interpret the clause of the First Amendment to the Constitution prohibiting the establishment of religion; (2) the granting of government funding, benefits, or exemptions, to the extent permissible under that clause, shall not constitute a violation of this Act; and (3) as used in this Act, "granting" does not include the denial of government funding, benefits, or exemptions.
Passed Senate amended (10/27/1993)
Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993 - Prohibits any agency, department, or official of the United States or any State (the government) from substantially burdening a person's exercise of religion even if the burden results from a rule of general applicability, except that the government may burden a person's exercise of religion only if it demonstrates that application of the burden to the person: (1) furthers a compelling governmental interest; and (2) is the least restrictive means of furthering that compelling governmental interest.
Sets forth provisions pertaining to judicial relief, attorney's fees, and applicability.
Declares that: (1) nothing in this Act shall be construed to interpret the clause of the First Amendment to the Constitution prohibiting the establishment of religion; (2) the granting of government funding, benefits, or exemptions, to the extent permissible under that clause, shall not constitute a violation of this Act; and (3) as used in this Act, "granting" does not include the denial of government funding, benefits, or exemptions.
@@ad-dx9giI doubt you could either ... Only because there is no list of 10 Commandments in the Bible.
@@russellmiles2861 agreed
Thank you Brother Ed... Action and choices measured by love and courage!
As Christians, surely it would be the Beatitudes. Surely the Ten Commandments are Old Testament.
Also, why can schools not put up the wise and kind words from many religions surrounding the mandated 10 Cs.
Certain Christians(tm) don't like to be reminded of the New Testament. It reminds them that they aren't being christians.
Excuse me . When Jesus walked among the living on earth, was there a "new testament? "
Was Paul able to quote from a new testament when he challenged the Bereans to search through scripture?
It's astounding to me how people who call themselves "Christian" can reject the only scripture that Jesus and Paul knew.
I believe Christ actually said something about public prayer, especially prayer as performance (I believe the picture given was of standing in the public square, loudly praying). If memory serves, the message was "don't do this".
I do like the idea of the Beatitudes as an alternative.
Or maybe the list (repeated 4 times) in Matthew 25:31-46 (Poster can have just the list once).
I seem to remember “Do unto others...” The Golden Rule.
The fact that this would not be in private schools is a huge red flag.
Agree and the bigger red flag the commandments should be displayed outside the WH and not the pride flag. Lol
I agree with you Reverend. Also, why is it so important for the state to mandate the 10 commandments? Isn't it the responsibility of the parents? In Proverbs 26 it states " parents to train up their children the way they should go, that when they become older they will not depart from it. Isn't that why we have the church? Let schools focus on math, English, history, etc to make our next generation a well rounded person full of knowledge. Maybe they could put up the love chapter by Paul. Or Beattitudes. Thank you Rev. Ed. God bless you and your family.😊
Another way of looking at the Golden Rule: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you", which brings the Truth of it into perspective even more, is to understand that what we do to others, we do to ourselves. There is no simpler a Truth born of Love as this, and yet we seek more to complicate things, and this we do solely through fear! Yet, if Love is everything it has no opposites, and our fears are merely illusion. God bless you, Rev Ed!
I agree with you on posting encouraging words that would be more positive and effective for many children & adults that read them, Father Ed! ❤
Beau of the FIfth Column is a great channel; i highly recommend it. He and his crew give clear, fairly unbiased information on what's going on in the world.
“Put those words up that REALLY make you think” is a great idea… Sadly, in the United States, the government funded “public school system”, as well as many private schools and trade colleges, are more interested in telling their students “what to think”, rather than teaching them how to learn…
However, all is not lost yet, there is still tomorrow…
Love peace and harmony, y'al ❤
The lawmakers that are enforcing this need to be made to follow this themselves.
The Golden Rule sounds good! 🤠💜
A number of existing 10 Commandments monuments were put in place as part of the _advertising campaign_ for the Cecil B. DeMille movie.
Sadly, it's not about morals and love, it's solely about control, and giving them an excuse to turn people against each other. Teaching people to be kind, loving, generous and compassionate would prevent them from "othering" the people they don't like. They don't want to represent the people, they want to control them.
Here for the Beau of the Fifth Column call-out, love when two of my favorite CZcamsrs have a cross-over moment, haha
When I was ten, I started attending a DoDDSD school for military dependents in Italy. We didn’t say the Pledge of Allegiance every day. I don’t even remember there being a flag in the classrooms. We were there to be educated, not indoctrinated. That’s why when I was 13 and newly-arrived to the Duval County school district in Florida, I was in the 8th grade and reading at a college freshman level.
Unless the class is teaching theology, leave the Ten Commandments out of the schools. They can learn that in a church, which is the proper classroom for that. My DoDDSD school was separate from the Chaplain holding services in a local cathedral and the Christian Serviceman’s Association mission, whose pastor lived two buildings down from me and was the scoutmaster of the local Boy Scout troop.
“To every thing there is a season.” The schools are not there for you to learn doctrine and morals. The schools are there to learn reading, writing, arithmetic, history, geography and a whole host of other things.
This is a bad law, written by bad people, who don’t know what they are doing. If they do know what they are doing, they are doing it with bad intentions. The practice of my religion, Native American Animism, was outlawed in the United States until that law was repealed in 1978, when I was five. This law is a stepping stone to reinstate that other law.
There is no ground to give on this one. Even the suggestion of the beatitudes as an alternative is too much to ask. If it was a quote from the Haditha , the Midrash or the Rig Veda, it would be no different. The First Amendment is as clear as it could be. In a government-funded school, there can be no religion given a place of prominence by law, none of them. It violates the first commandment that our government was handed down by its creators in the Bill of Rights.
Willfully depriving someone of their rights under the Bill of Rights carries a 10-year prison sentence. That’s a criminal offense. That’s how the Klan was busted up in Mississippi when the local courts didn’t convict them, so there is precedent for charging the lawmakers who passed this law.
I love ya, Rev, but your attempt to find compromise isn’t a solution to the problem. This is a “Render unto Caesar” moment.
"The practice of my religion, Native American Animism, was outlawed in the United States until that law was repealed in 1978, when I was five." That law violated the First Amendment, which not only restricts establishment of a state religion, but also forbids hindering the practice of religion. (However, religious practices that violate the rights of others, such as human sacrifice or "honor killings", would be forbidden.)
Thank you. Rev Ed. Yes grandstanding. Manipulation. 😎 it all makes me sad 😞
Nice shoutout to Beau! More people need to watch his videos.
Boy Rev, you talk sense...God bless you. Amen xx
I recommend that everyone watch "The Handmaid's Tale". Many people claim that the series is anti-Christian, but in actuality, the series mocks the people who use religion to control people ( particularly females ). Even though the people in control in "The Handmaid's Tale" profess to be Christian, they seldom mention Jesus, but over 90% of the time, they espouse the "Old Testament".
They ought a', maybe, run these Commandments by tRump.🤘💙
I think they tried. He didn't see his name at the top in big gold letters and lost interest.
@@michaelgreaves2375 👍🤣🤣🤣🤣🤘💙
Perhaps you don't understand the Commandments.
@@russellmiles2861 perhaps I understand the Commandments, just fine. Thanks for checking, though.
@@JasonShaw-hh9xi can we have a Bible quiz ... the though shall not covert they neighbours wife means:
a) don't steal your neighbours wife
b) be faithful to your own wife
c) seek permission to borrow your neighbours wife
If serious about the way of Jesus - how about simply his 'new' commandment? "Love one another!"
that would be plenty
Thanks!
That which you do to the least of my brothers is that which you do unto me.
I just read Romans 4-7 which is about how we are saved by grace not by the law. Even Abraham was not saved by the law. I agree lets put something on the walls that are more impactful than the 10 Commandments.
I loved those last few seconds!
I’ve seen a poster that shows the Golden Rule as expressed in various religions.
I foresee really educational social studies/civics projects where the students get to draw politician names out of a hat and research how many of the 10 Commandments they've broken.
LOVE ONE ANOTHER 💓
SEPARATION OF CHURCH AND STATE, PER US CONSTITUTION,. REASON WHY THIS WAS WRITTEN INTO THE DOCUMENT.
While the founders of the new United States didn't actually write the separation of Church and State into the Constitution, they supported the idea in the Establishment Clause, forbidding the establishment of a State religion.
So what happens when the kids want to know who these "other gods" are? Or what's this adultery thing?
Paul talks about this in Romans 7. It is a problem
It's a violation of the Establishment Clause. That's very clear.
Not only does the Clause forbid government promotion in general, which this law does, it also forbids promotion of a particular religion above all others, which this law especially does.
When I was little in Oregon, we used to start our week with the whole school, grades 1-5, singing a little song about the Golden Rule. Problem was, nobody ever taught us what the Golden Rule was. I was in my early 20’s when I found out- even though, I went to Sunday school too.
I wouldn’t mind if schools tried to bring back the Golden Rule (which happens in bunches of religions) and actually taught kids what it means without knocking anyone over the head with the Bible.
The ten commandments in my school never made me think "I sure Like that guy"
How about; "Be a caring human each day".
Couldn't do that. Too woke.
2024 supreme court: guys, u not gonna believe it. .... every justice before us was wrong... can u believe it?
Amen
The question should be asked -- as it is from nearly all activities regarding schools: "What are we trying to accomplish with this, and how will we measure it?"
I was raised in a community in Michigan with a high population of Muslim students. There were places in public school classrooms -- and other special rooms set aside -- to accommodate prayer. There were no Koran verses posted anywhere, but the rooms had a marker that provided the direction to Mecca.
My main concern about the Louisiana proposal is that the Scripture from which the ten commandments are drawn is considered the Holy Word of the Almighty, and posting them up like movie flyers risks being an exercise in trivializing the sacred text.
Our primary election here in Georgia is this Tuesday (21st). The following is a question on our ballot that would have been unimaginable in the forty years we've lived here.
Do you agree that [our county's] public school’s administrators have a duty to focus on research-based curricula and teachings that prepare our children for 21st century jobs and that they should avoid wasting taxpayer funds on personal, political vendettas that undermine their professionalism and credibility with our children and divide our community?
Looking forward to voting on that one.
If the laws of Islam or any other religion were being posted in classrooms like this, figurative political heads would roll…after the literal apoplectic fits of the folks pushing this BS.
Because I know so many 7 year olds who have a problem with coveting their neighbour's wife...🙄
Your excellent suggestion puts me in mind of the best dog-training advice I ever got: don't tell them 'no', they don't understand that - tell them what they ought to be doing instead. Not 'don't jump' but 'sit'. They need a positive example not a prohibition.
Great points to bring out. Thank you for always giving me something new to think on.
beware the smug who feel a need to trumpet their faith from all the corners, for they are probably jerks & hypocrites.
I'd be so pissed if I saw that in my kids' classrooms, even if I take them to church most sundays
I am not a religious person because I don't believe in the men who made them up or the churches they build, God has no need for my money or for me to visit a building. I keep God in my heart, and we have a good relationship. I don't need anyone else telling me how or what my relationship with God should be. I do appreciate your views and feel comfortable listening to you, I may not agree with everything you say but I do find you to be very well grounded and knowledgeable in the teachings. Thanks for your video and opinion.
Why's it always the Ten Commandments? Why never ever the Beatitudes?
This is a good discussion and thanks for your conversation and insightfulness..It is a Catch22 , Separation of Church and State...It is unconstitutional and it also hurts other religions and atheists for example..The big thing is this if you let one Religion so things then other Religions will want to bring things into school..You have say Hindi or other religions.. This is a touchy situation.... Thanks God Bless 🕊️ Nimultis
Blessed are the Cheese Makers!
hahaha
I'm very much for "separation of church and state."
I AM PERSONALLY CALLING MY LAWMAKERS TO ADD THIS. This isn’t the politician doing it. It’s we the people. And in Texas, once we vote out all the weak rinos. We will do it here and go further!
Maybe another way to look at it would be that posting the 10 commandments in the classroom could be used teach the future voters of Louisiana all the ways in which law makers of Louisiana break the 10 commandments. It would be a good lesson about hypocrisy and the idea that those in power have a "do as I say, not as I do" philosophy that is detrimental to the well being of regular citizens of their state and that people like that should not be voted into office.
Unfortunately it will pass through SCOTUS because of the six judges. But they only need five, which five wants to show how they rule.
When i was in school there was crucifixes in every classroom, there was statues of mary and the saints all over the school, including the grounds, it turned most of my contemporaries away from religion, im 59 years old so went to school in 70s and early 80s, now the churches are empty on Sundays, we voted in same sex marriage in a referendum, divorce in a referendum , abortion in a referendum, I'm an atheist, but believe people have a right to believe in whatever they want or not ,their choice, it is likely putting the ten commandments forcibly in schools will turn people off religion instead of endearing it to them
A humble proposal .... seeking compromise. Instead of posting ten commandments, create a curriculum that keys in on the TENTH commandment -- with the others to be considered for addition upon review.
The tenth commandment has to do with not "coveting" what your neighbor has. But... this forms the very basis of our capitalist economy. Most of what Madison Ave. does is create desires rather than being grateful for what we have.... and this is only the beginning.
Go ahead ... put #10 up there. Make my day.
The last thing that people who are in power want are people who think things should be changed or better. That might mean them losing power. on the other hand teaching people to follow the rules leds you control them easier.
I can’t wait for Texas to replicate this law and even add it to colleges as well!
I commented on another video about this subject; as a Pagan, I vehemently object to any religion being brought into the classroom. But if it's going be something, why is it always the Ten Commandments and never the Beautitudes? Glad to see someone else has thought of this!
My mind goes There sometimes.
Little 3rd grade Johnny: "Teacher, what's adultery?"
Teacher: "Oh, *****, not this brat again!"
Yeah. I can see it now. These same states don't want sex education in schools, but this document has to be in kindergartens.
As a Hindu, this law is blatantly unconstitutional because 1st commandment deems anyone who is not Christian nor Jewish a heathen. You can’t have sign like that.
Yup, the God of Abraham , Issac and Jacob is one God. In the English language his name is Jesus Christ. Hindu religion has a million gods. Ten commandments should remain in Louisiana and state of Texas. Millions of Hindus and Muslims are being baptized in the name of Lord Jesus or Jesus Christ. 😂😂Lol
3:44 I agree. Is there a passage in the New Testament saying something like "By your works they will know you"?
Makes me wonder how they can enforce such a law when they are so busy about breaking most of them.
As a former English teacher, whenever Republican lawmakers want to pass legislation regarding schools and classrooms, I always cringe. A classroom should be the special domain of both teachers and students. It should reflect the multicultural environment that is in most public schools. If I was still teaching and had to abide by this heinous law, I would put up that ridiculous 10 Commandments poster and I would surround it with text from all the major religions: Jewish, Muslim, Buddhism, etc. Because why should Christianity have a special place in my classroom?
Not to mention, it is ludicrous that a math or science classroom have anything religious displayed in it.
But seeing as I live in oklahoma, you've given me a great idea! We don't have that law yet that my grandson school is obeying. What if the state insists on putting Christian words up, how about the lines he spoke of the traveling stranger we are supposed to welcome?!
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So beyond the separation stuff, they want KJ language I'm 50 and that language is muddling to me, and they put in front of kids what bs. CONTROL!!!!
There is 1 commandment that no atheists has every broken, the first 1.
Lawmakers practice what you preach! Who would Jesus bomb? Follow the instructions Jesus Christ left us please ✌️💕♾
Religion belongs in church and in the home.
We are not all religious zealots here in Louisiana. As a side note, the ones who passed this "law" are the same ones who voted against the summer food program for kids here in the state.
I believe I read yesterday that a group of LA churches has come together denouncing this law and asking the gov't to reverse course.
Reverand, I'm a Christian but my furst feeling was "oh no"
When they start dictating not only which bible verses to use, but also, which VERSION of the bible they need to use, that's the part I think is the scariest. because my biggest fear, when lawmakers talk about making laws dictating religion, is this: when are they going to decide that my version of Christianity is not Christian enough for their laws? Isn't that how the Taliban is? Isn't that how 1930's Germany was?
I don't want the government -any government- telling me how I should follow Jesus. And how my children should follow Jesus. And how many neighbors and their children should follow Jesus. Etc., etc., etc.
There was critical reason for our founding fathers having separation of Church and State in the constitution.
These so-called Christian politicians do need to practice what they are preaching
I respectfully submit for consideration:
Micah 6:8 & John 10:16
Notice most are conservative states?
States with the highest and lowest crime rates
New Mexico had the highest violent crime rate of any state at 780.5 incidences per 100,000 residents, followed by Alaska (758.9), Arkansas (645.3), Louisiana (628.6), and Tennessee (621.6). The lowest-ranked states for violent crimes were Maine (103.3), New Hampshire (125.6), Connecticut (150.0), Rhode Island (172.3), and Wyoming (201.9).