In the King James Bible Jesus tells his disciples He goes to prepare a mansion for them. The actual word has to do with simply dwelling place, not glorious, gold plated mansions but most people tend to think what they want to see.
A mansion means a different things to different people. I remember an old story about an American Indian talking to a Christian missionary, and the missionary was criticizing his idea of a happy hunting ground. The Indian reportedly replied that his idea of eternity matched his joy in this world just like the missionary. Whereas the missionary was consumed with gold and buildings thus, streets of gold, the Indian likeed the outdoors.
I’m wondering, if for some people the idea of a mansion or a place prepared for them might simply be a home with their own bedroom. If you’re sharing a room with a couple of siblings, you might understand what I’m talking about. For them their own room would be paradise. Or someone else they might need a gym, a spa and a library. Many different meanings to the word mansion.
I think the idea is a place that is in the same neighborhood with Jesus so we can spend time with Him.
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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.
Opus 2026-347: Boiler Plate Mansions
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