[ReformationFan]

While I don't think Mr. Robertson will have to worry about being decapitated, this article makes me think of something I've been concerned about for a while, i.e., basically today's homosexualists are like the Herod family who would like to do to those of us who do not agree with them what Herod Antipas & co. did to John the Baptist.

[Russ]

In his sermon yesterday, our pastor likened Phil Robertson to the biblical prophets. Too often the word "prophet" is misidentified as someone who foretells the future. In fact, a prophet can also be someone who God speaks through to spread His word. In this instance I believe Phil was acting as a prophet of God's word.

As the prophets of the Bible, he will be vilified and even persecuted by those who refuse to hear or believe the truth.

[trebb]

Just a man with convictions of faith.

He is what we all should be as far as standing firm on Biblical Truth - if Christians had done so from the git-go, we wouldn't be in the cesspool we inhabit today (unless all that Biblical stuff that says we're gonna be in a cesspool before He comes back to set things right).

[Fzob]

Is Phil Robertson a Modern Day John the Baptist?

No.

[DaveMSmith]

I've been following this closely since it broke. I don't watch much TV at all, so had to catch up with my wife on Duck Dynasty. I saw a few episodes last night. They walk the talk. I viewed YouTube videos from 2010 where Phil paraphrases Romans 1 - and got the GLADD people screaming. The wonderful part is the Robertsons are a fixture in American culture now.

The move this weekend of inviting the Daily Mail to their church where he leads Bible Study was brilliant. No spin. Just the Word. I saw the story before turning in and said to myself: "The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the gospel."

I also read the first few chapters of Matthew yesterday motivated by the Christmas story... so interesting it's followed by John The Baptist then your post here... synchronicity... seeing the interconnecteness of spiritual things.

More will be revealed!

[redgolum]

No.

He is mearly a man who knows what he believes, and why. Phil isn't afraid because he has a lot of resources to fall back on (so far, wait till the hate crime trials start), and doesn't need to keep the panty waisted pansies in A&E happy.

He chose to make a stand. I support him. He spoke the unspeakable in stating what gay sex is.

Phil is an honest, God fearing, man. He is not a saint, he is something different.

[Nevadan]

Upon reading Robertson’s comments I would have to say no. He was much less blunt than John the Baptist.

[Star Traveler]

I wouldn’t be comparing the Duck Dynasty character to John the Baptist, because that’s actually quite demeaning to John the Baptist.

In Matthew 3, we see ...

1 In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea,

2 and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!”

3 For this is he who was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah, saying: “The voice of one crying in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the way of the Lord; Make His paths straight.’ “

And then in chapter 11 ... Jesus says ...

8 But what did you go out to see? A man clothed in soft garments? Indeed, those who wear soft clothing are in kings’ houses.

9 But what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I say to you, and more than a prophet.

10 For this is he of whom it is written: ‘Behold, I send My messenger before Your face, Who will prepare Your way before You.’

11 “Assuredly, I say to you, among those born of women there has not risen one greater than John the Baptist; but he who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.

[righttackle44]

Well, I appreciate your enthusiasm, but unless Phil was born to a Jewish couple named Zachariah and Elizabeth, the angel Gabriel announced his birth to his mama, he preached in the wilderness wearing rough clothing, was beheaded by order of a Idumean ruler named Herod, than, naw, he ain't any kind of John the Baptist.

But if you're saying we should admire his stand for the Lord, and his bravery to take on all comers, then, yep, you're right.

[Jim Noble]

Did he leap in his mother’s womb at the sound of Mary’s voice?

[Lazamataz]

He’s a vessel that God is using.

[KeyLargo]

The Left paints this educated man as a hick, but in fact he is a very smart and savvy entrepreneur.

Duck Dynasty’: Phil Robertson has master’s degree

Jason Kempin/Getty
Emma Riley SuttonOklahoma City Top News Examiner

March 1, 2013

The slow talking “happy, happy, happy” redneck star of A&E’s “Duck Dynasty” has a master’s degree in education. According to a report on March 1 from The Hollywood Gossip, Phil Robertson attended Louisiana Tech where he also played football.

“It is hard to imagine Phil Robertson with a master’s degree,” Lisa Simmons, from Oklahoma City, said. “If you can get past his beard and drawl and really listen to him, you can tell he is a very bright and intelligent man. Too many people judge a book by it’s cover. You can’t do that with Phil [Robertson].”

While earning his degrees, Phil Robertson also played a little football. He was the starting quarterback. Phil Robertson could have easily played for the NFL, but gave up football for hunting and fishing. Curious as to how good he was? Terry Bradshaw, the NFL great, was the back-up quarterback for Phil Robertson.

Although it may appear the Phil Robertson doesn’t use his master’s degree in education, but that may not be entirely true. He must have used his education when creating Duck Commander into a million dollar empire.

http://www.examiner.com/article/duck-dynasty-phil-robertson-has-master-s-degree

[Rebelbase]

Jesus could return wearing cammo and would get the same treatment Robertson has.

[GraceG]

Let’s hope he doesn’t suffer the exact same fate and lives to a ripe old age....

[Jeff Head]

MY TWO CENTS: Phil Robertson interview and Duck Dynasty

[trisham]

From the article:

I do not know the exact role that God has called Brother Robertson too. All I know is that he is now preaching at the national level a message against sin and pointing the nation to Jesus.

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I can't disagree with that.

[HamiltonJay]

[Gamecock]

While I don't think Mr. Robertson will have to worry about being decapitated,

I wouldn't be too sure about that.

[ravenwolf]

Yep, you got that right but the only reason Mr. Robertson is even mentioned is because of his notoriety, there are voices all over the world or at least here in the u.s who are saying the same.

But these voices that i refer to are ignored by both sides because they are not prestigious in the Church or in the news media.

So i can not see that this has anything to do with John the baptist any more than any one else saying the same thing except that Mr Robertson has a lot to lose.

How many would do the same thing with as much to lose?

[A Soldiers Progress]

Thanks for re-posting my article. I linked this page on the post. Godspeed, Andy II TIM 2:3

[bradley75]

What are your thoughts on

What Does the Bible Say About Homosexuality?
http://www.asoldiersprogress.com/2013/12/what-does-bible-say-about-homosexuality.html

It is linked in the article you posted.