Good morning, Rus.
Thank you for ODB. It is a great start to our day.
How have people in your area reacted to last night's debate.
I think she proved herself and hope others saw that as well.
Why is it that when we hear about someone who is suffering, we are more interested in the details of what, why, when, and where than we are about how we can help?
When the disciples passed the blind beggar (John 9:1), their curiosity about why he was suffering outweighed the prospect of reaching out to help him. “Who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” they asked (v.2). Their pop-quiz for Jesus revealed that they were dreadfully out of step with their
Master’s heart. In fact, lurking beneath their question was a judgmental spirit—a desire to know whom to blame—as if that would make anyone feel better!
Thankfully, Jesus modeled a compassionate response. Rather than speculation and condemnation, He marshaled His resources to help, which in this case meant complete healing. He made it clear that the man’s blindness was intended to provide a moment for God to be magnified through Jesus’ compassionate touch.
Feeling curious about somebody’s problem? Shift into Jesus’ mode and move past the point of curiosity to his or her point of need. Reach out and touch someone’s pain. Show the compassionate love of Jesus in action.
Interesting question, especially here in deep blue country. So far everyone thinks she did well or held her own which is really good news. It went from calling Sarah stupid to well, I guess she isn't dumb. DUH!
I was given a heads up by a friend that works at channel 4 that everyone there says she's stupid so, while I was in studio I was working overtime to educate all I could. The proof was right there on the dozen or so TV's in the Newsroom.
The best part came when I was interviewed live on the air twice. I came right out and said, "So much for people being told Sarah is stupid, she has held her own and in many cases Palin has put Biden against the ropes on issues. Biden has even said he is old and won't change, so if you are looking for change Vote for Palin because in Bidens word he is not change.".
Sp needless to say I think I made some headway in the Newsroom and in the Buffalo area. Many people agreed. It's tough out here on the streets.