It's pretty hard to accept the teachings of sin from a REIT manager, REIT's being a pinnacle of property feudalism and inequality. I think before coming after gays and drug users you should consider the sins of usury and wealth hoarding. How will REIT's look on the day of judgement? Not well.
“Go, sell all that you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.”
A Communist, a REIT Manager, and Jesus Walk Into a Blog Comment...
I appreciate your concern about my past profession, though I suspect the only person more unpopular than a former REIT manager might be a tax CPA. Wait... I was that too. However, I used to be a boy scout, if that helps at all...
Let's Address the Elephant in the Room
You're absolutely right that I'm a sinner. In fact, that's precisely why I need the Gospel I'm writing about.
But here's the fascinating thing: you quoted Mark 10:21 to challenge my credibility, yet you seem reluctant to accept the same Jesus who spoke those words about sexual morality and substance abuse.
The Beautiful Irony
Your argument essentially says: "Don't listen to this sinner about sin because he's too much of a sinner."
By that logic, we'd need a sinless messenger to deliver God's Word. Fortunately, we had one. Unfortunately, they crucified Him for saying uncomfortable things about money AND sexual purity.
Equal Opportunity Offense
You're correct that wealth can be spiritually dangerous. 1 Timothy 6:10 warns that "the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils."
But notice Scripture doesn't say "only wealthy people are sinners" any more than it says "only sexual sins matter."
The Real Question
If my past disqualifies me from discussing biblical truth, whose past qualifies them?
Should we only accept teaching from:
Former drug dealers (like some great pastors)?
Ex-tax collectors (like Matthew)?
Former persecutors (like Paul)?
Bottom Line
I'm not coming after anyone. I'm pointing to the same Savior who offers grace to REIT managers and revolutionaries alike.
The Gospel's offensive to everyone eventually. That's how we know it's working.
P.S. About that Boy Scout thing... it turns out they have scandals now, too. We really do need Jesus.
Thank you! Great post - God bless you
It's pretty hard to accept the teachings of sin from a REIT manager, REIT's being a pinnacle of property feudalism and inequality. I think before coming after gays and drug users you should consider the sins of usury and wealth hoarding. How will REIT's look on the day of judgement? Not well.
“Go, sell all that you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.”
(Mark 10:21)
A Communist, a REIT Manager, and Jesus Walk Into a Blog Comment...
I appreciate your concern about my past profession, though I suspect the only person more unpopular than a former REIT manager might be a tax CPA. Wait... I was that too. However, I used to be a boy scout, if that helps at all...
Let's Address the Elephant in the Room
You're absolutely right that I'm a sinner. In fact, that's precisely why I need the Gospel I'm writing about.
But here's the fascinating thing: you quoted Mark 10:21 to challenge my credibility, yet you seem reluctant to accept the same Jesus who spoke those words about sexual morality and substance abuse.
The Beautiful Irony
Your argument essentially says: "Don't listen to this sinner about sin because he's too much of a sinner."
By that logic, we'd need a sinless messenger to deliver God's Word. Fortunately, we had one. Unfortunately, they crucified Him for saying uncomfortable things about money AND sexual purity.
Equal Opportunity Offense
You're correct that wealth can be spiritually dangerous. 1 Timothy 6:10 warns that "the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils."
But notice Scripture doesn't say "only wealthy people are sinners" any more than it says "only sexual sins matter."
The Real Question
If my past disqualifies me from discussing biblical truth, whose past qualifies them?
Should we only accept teaching from:
Former drug dealers (like some great pastors)?
Ex-tax collectors (like Matthew)?
Former persecutors (like Paul)?
Bottom Line
I'm not coming after anyone. I'm pointing to the same Savior who offers grace to REIT managers and revolutionaries alike.
The Gospel's offensive to everyone eventually. That's how we know it's working.
P.S. About that Boy Scout thing... it turns out they have scandals now, too. We really do need Jesus.