Helping preachers to proclaim, and all Christians to hear, the transforming Word of God
posted by Milton Stanley at 4:30 PM
Don't be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind so that you may be able to determine what God's will is -- what is proper, pleasing, and perfect. - Rom. 12:2
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4 Comments:
It's a good read. Thanks!
You're quite welcome, Keith. Thanks for reading.
Well, that was an interesting read. It is a tough thing to think about because there is something about sarcasm many of us like...I think the Garfield comics and the Garfield cartoons helped me enjoy it. I need to think more about this--some can be light and humorous...some can be cutting. I think of when Jesus called the Pharisees white washed sepulchers it was very graphic , but it reminds me a bit of sarcasm. ...same with the illustration about the camel going through the eye of the needle (I know that probably referred to a special gate)....but I am wondering what you think about some of Jesus's phrases and statements? I think at times there is a place for it...granted Mark Driscol may want to be a bit more careful in some of his use of it..but I think it can be effective.
I agree. Jesus definitely used some pretty stinging sarcasm, and I still think it has a place in the Christian proclamation. I linked to Skye's article because I think he makes a deeper point that some sarcasm comes more from a deep personal pain than a rhetorical tactic. I don't agree with those who say sarcasm has no place coming the mouth, pen, or keyboard of a Christian. Is sarcasm easy to abuse? Sure. So are computers, televisions, and automobiles, but each has its place.
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