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Hmmm, stlll not entirely sure what the difference is. In a democracy, the people choose the legislature to make laws on their behalf. In a democratic republic, the same thing happens. In both cases, if the people don't like the laws they get, they get the chance, every so often, to change the...

Go on then. Explain to my poor 2ndRateMind exactly what the difference is between a republic that decides who shall lead it by democratic means, and a democracy? Best wishes, 2RM.

No, I don't fear Him. But there are plenty with troubled consciences that should, I think. Best wishes, 2RM.

Of course. It just wouldn't be pratical to run a nation as large and complex as the US if you had to resort to the ballot box for every matter the country is confronted with. Which is why you vote for senators, congressmen and a president to take those decisions on your behalf. That is what is...

Exactly. And why would you selfishly want to better your situation, regardless of anyone else's best interests, which capitalism promotes, unless you covet what others have? Best wishes, 2RM

OED has: Admittedly, Merriam Webster has: I'm all for profound reverence and awe of God. And respecting Him and honouring Him. But if that's what is meant, why not use such words, rather than the apt to be misconstrued word 'fear'? But I'm not trying to be pedantic, here. My point really is...

wikipedia has: But I want to know what you mean by it. So, where is it? Best wishes, 2RM.

wikipedia has: When asked, Jesus said (Matthew 22:36-40 KJV): My question is: Can you really love that which you fear? Best wishes, 2RM.

Of course not. But the moment he was voted in Hitler set about turning Gemany into an autocratic disctatorship. Germans never once had the opportunity to vote him out again. You are splitting hairs. You vote for your president and federal administration. You vote for your Senators and...

Thank you. That was gracious of you. So here is a parable for you, which Jesus told (Luke 16:19-31 KJV) Best wishes, 2RM.

So, why even try to become wealthy beyond your needs, if you do not covet the stuff wealthy people have? Best wishes, 2RM.

Don't shout. And do at least try to make your points respectfully and reasonably. Best wishes, 2RM.

You vote for it. In a secret ballot. If you don't like the government you get, you can vote in another. Seems like a voluntary enough arrangement to me. Indeed. Largely because they manage to export their pollution to poorer countries who need the manufacturing jobs. And because their...

I'll postpone the continuation of this discussion, if I may, until I have read the book you recommended I should read. Best wishes, 2RM.

I don't deny that. But I would disagree with the implcation that only faith in God is important, and one shouldn't bother to acquire knowledge at all. Or we would all still be shivering in caves, hungry and frightened by that big world out there. So, in your opinion, were Adam and Eve sinful...

Yup. You are not answering my question. Presumably because you do not intend to take up my challenge. But maybe you are right. Maybe the biggest problem in America is 'Cultural Marxists'. So, what do you mean by this term? And how are they 'poisoning the fabric of society'? And do you not...

Of course. Where have I suggested anything otherwise? Only problem is, we have known since Dickens, individual philanthropy is not enough to rescue the poor. And I very much doubt it will be enough to stop the poisoning of our ecosphere by our hyper-capitalist system. So, governments have a...

Why, thank you. It's so nice when one can have a mutually respectful discussion, between people of differing opinion. Best wishes, 2RM.

Of course. It may be antithetical to what you think is God's word, but it is entirely consistent with what I think is God's word. Best wishes, 2RM.

If you say so. Meanwhile, are you going to accept my challenge? If not, why not? Best wishes, 2RM.