One of the words that kept popping up as I was shopping the other day was “free”. Personally, I get a little offended by such a silly concept. There’s an acronym which basically translates, “There ain’t no such thing as a free lunch.” (TANSTAAFL) That’s one of the great truths of life.
Nothing is free.
So the challenge becomes trying to figure out where you end up paying for it. The item that set me off was a 5G phone. I would conceive that you might actually get a physical communication device without having to write a check for the device, however, when you read the fine print you find that you have to subscribe to a certain phone service or some other commitment. They make their money on that end.
Anytime I see the word free I wonder what I’m gonna be paying for, how I’m gonna pay it or who else is going to get stuck with the bill.
Another concept that I learned long time ago is you get what you pay for.
Consider that free advice.
homo unius libri
Welcome to Varied Expressions of Worship
Welcome to Varied Expressions of Worship
This blog will be written from an orthodox Christian point of view. There may be some topic that is out of bounds, but at present I don't know what it will be. Politics is a part of life. Theology and philosophy are disciplines that we all participate in even if we don't think so. The Bible has a lot to say about economics. How about self defense? Is war ethical? Think of all the things that someone tells you we should not touch and let's give it a try. Everything that is a part of life should be an expression of worship.
Keep it courteous and be kind to those less blessed than you, but by all means don't worry about agreeing. We learn more when we get backed into a corner.
This blog will be written from an orthodox Christian point of view. There may be some topic that is out of bounds, but at present I don't know what it will be. Politics is a part of life. Theology and philosophy are disciplines that we all participate in even if we don't think so. The Bible has a lot to say about economics. How about self defense? Is war ethical? Think of all the things that someone tells you we should not touch and let's give it a try. Everything that is a part of life should be an expression of worship.
Keep it courteous and be kind to those less blessed than you, but by all means don't worry about agreeing. We learn more when we get backed into a corner.
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