"As they passed the rows of houses they saw through the open doors that men were sweeping and dusting and washing dishes, while the women sat around in groups, gossiping and laughing.
"What has happened?" the Scarecrow asked a sad-looking man with a bushy beard, who wore an apron and was wheeling a baby-carriage along the sidewalk.
"Why, we've had a revolution, your Majesty -- as you ought to know very well," replied the man; "and since you went away the women have been running things to suit themselves. I'm glad you have decided to come back and restore order, for doing housework and minding the children is wearing out the strength of every man in the Emerald City."
"Hm!" said the Scarecrow, thoughtfully. "If it is such hard work as you say, how did the women manage it so easily?"
"I really do not know," replied the man, with a deep sigh. "Perhaps the women are made of cast-iron.""
- L. Frank Baum, "The Land of Oz"
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Well, no he didn't.
This is just a shameless plea to get someone to comment on something we post here.
Maybe somebody just needs to start a good argument. ;-)
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Comments on "Joel Osteen Says He's A Calvinist":
3. Amy B
- 06/16/2010 4:39 pm CDT
HAHA, I almost choked when I saw that headline. Oh if only it were true...
4. kenleonard
- 06/16/2010 4:54 pm CDT
He also says that he's a preacher.
Why should I take his word for anything?
6. Bill
- 06/16/2010 8:29 pm CDT
Maybe somebody just needs to start a good argument. ;-)
I think I'm trying to on your latest post . . .
7. Deacontrek
- 06/16/2010 9:03 pm CDT
I have quit commenting much because one time that I did comment (actually in agreement with the original poster not in argument) I was called a racist by a fellow commenter and then proceeded to get in a blood-pressure raising argument with him. I am trying to back off on my "discussions" on-line (especially the political ones). I do love to read this blog and I have been blessed and enriched by you guys. Thanks.
8. Happy
- 06/16/2010 9:17 pm CDT
if nothing else, Philip, you have a gift for attention-getting headlines!
i too am a frequent reader, but rarely comment - often because someone else has already offered my p.o.v. :)
but i thank you all for sharing your thoughts and your hearts for the Lord - i am often encouraged by what i read here. :)
and i already miss the posts on LOST!
9. Shrode
- 06/16/2010 9:24 pm CDT
Deacontrek,
I'm sorry about your bad experience. It was probably my fault. ;-) blame it on me.
I'm glad you're still around. I hope you stay around.
And Happy,
That goes for you too....if for no other reason than your user name makes me smile for some strange reason...
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A gal at church said that the reason her husband didn't come to church was because he is on pain medication and can't stay awake for the sermon. She said that he watched Joel Osteen on TV. I said that the way I check out a preacher is using the Bible as a plumb line. She said that her sister thought that any good teaching was helpful. I'm praying that those who believe in Jesus will know why they believe what they believe.