[TheBattman]

I know all too well what Islam is, and as I posted clearly, I in no way support the Islamic faith as a whole. What I do support (and I believe what the others you addressed your reply too also believe) is the dedication he is showing. And as I also clearly posted - I wish that those who call themselves Christian would show the same kind of unwavering dedication to God and their faith that this player is demonstrating towards his faith (regardless of how wrong his faith is).

so - as you truthfully said, "a cult of murdering pedophiles who want to destroy the world including America and everything it stands for. - if this player can demonstrate a whole-hearted commitment to such a cult, then why is it so many so-called Christians can't even be bothered to pray regularly, read their Bible regularly, or even attend worship regularly? Hint, because they don't have the dedication (and some might even say real faith) that this player has.

So don't read into any of our posts that we are supporting Islam... Only the amount of faith that he is exhibiting.

Jesus said (as recorded in Matthew 15:8) - THIS PEOPLE HONORS ME WITH THEIR LIPS, BUT THEIR HEART IS FAR AWAY FROM ME.

Also, Luke 9:57-62 is pretty clear:

As they were going along the road, someone said to Him, "I will follow You wherever You go." And Jesus said to him, "The foxes have holes and the birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay His head." And He said to another, "Follow Me." But he said, "Lord, permit me first to go and bury my father." But He said to him, "Allow the dead to bury their own dead; but as for you, go and proclaim everywhere the kingdom of God." Another also said, "I will follow You, Lord; but first permit me to say good-bye to those at home." But Jesus said to him, "No one, after putting his hand to the plow and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God."

[al_c]

I know all too well what Islam is, and as I posted clearly, I in no way support the Islamic faith as a whole

Well said!

Eaker, I know darn well that you don't like being quoted out of context and that's exactly what you've done here to me and others. Regarding the NFL player ... if he chooses to fast, fine. More power to him if he can survive pre-season training while doing that. But to compare support for his actions to supporting the actions of the Taliban executing a pregnant woman is assinine!

[Mind-numbed Robot]

Your admonition to Christians to show more faith and dedication is admirable but your moral equivalence is not. I know you disclaim that but it is there none the less. How is it different from comparing the dedication and perseverance of a serial killer to that of an athlete who works hard, preservers and is dedicated to becoming the best he can? According to your example you would admire both in that narrow respect.

That small point is not worth the mixed metaphor, or as they used to say, the light is not worth the candle.