So you may claim...
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But the freedoms guaranteed are not of this earth.
Exactly what I said about Judaic doctrine and Mosaic Law.
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They are ultimately controlled by man.
No, not according to Biblical doctrine or the United States Constitution, which is what we are discussing here.
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Sadly, God does not intervene.
You don't believe in the parting of the Red Sea, the destruction of Sodom or the Great Flood?
You are a believer? I think you just cannot take the heat but do not want to leave the kitchen...
My claim is between me and God. Your judgement is neither biblical nor warranted. Ultimately, I will answer or will be accepted as having served him well. My belief is he will be disappointed in some of my life and will be delighted by other aspects. My overall judgement from the ultimate judge will be for a job well done.
No, not according to Biblical doctrine or the United States Constitution, which is what we are discussing here.
Clearly man does control those freedoms. Simply ask those who were held in bondage at the dawning of our country. Ask those who have been improperly executed (I know it's been few, but it has happened) or improperly detained. Even though I may agree with some aspects of it, think of what we know about the Patriot Law and what (through the NY Times expose) don't. What of out ability to display our faith in public places or discusss or faith in the public arena such as schools. All controled by man. The founder has not interceded. When was the last time the Red Sea parted or there was a great flood that destroyed all. Some may point to New Orleans. That flood will only give way to urban renovation to further moral decay.
Clearly I can take the heat when it comes to your judgement.
Again for every right granted to Moses, those can be controlled and given or taken at the whim of the ruler at any time.