How would Jesus select a Justice to the U.S. Supreme Court?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the hypothetical question of how Jesus might select a justice for the U.S. Supreme Court, framed within a political context rather than a religious one. Participants explore the implications of leadership, morality, and the intersection of faith and politics in the selection process.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that Jesus would prioritize qualities such as leadership, intelligence, and understanding in a Supreme Court justice, rather than conforming to the demands of religious conservatives.
  • Others argue that Jesus did not believe in mixing religion and politics, citing examples from his teachings and actions.
  • A few participants express skepticism about the relevance of the question, suggesting it is a means to criticize conservative Christians rather than a genuine inquiry.
  • Some contributions highlight the perceived hypocrisy of the religious right in imposing narrow interpretations of faith on political matters, contrasting this with Jesus' teachings of inclusivity and compassion.
  • One participant humorously suggests that Jesus would nominate a fictional character, Mr. Rogers, to serve on the Supreme Court.
  • There are references to popular culture and political movements that invoke Jesus' name, indicating a broader societal interest in the question of his hypothetical political stance.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus; multiple competing views remain regarding Jesus' potential approach to selecting a justice, with some emphasizing his teachings of love and free will, while others question the appropriateness of the discussion itself.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express concerns about the potential for the discussion to devolve into bashing of religious beliefs, indicating a sensitivity to the framing of the topic and the motivations behind it.

  • #31
Discussion delves into History, into modern Physics.

My thread and question raises a key discussion regarding “historical Christian writings,” faith, and leadership - and perhaps their overzealous interpretation and adoption by key Christian organizations today. I am concerned that some of these organizations ABUSE their powers of influence over followers in a manner inconsistent with Jesus’ teachings.

I seek “supporting reasoning” from Christian conservatives who hold the view that a new Supreme Court should be shaped so as to overturn Roe v. Wade, and mandate new list of “religious values” for ALL Americans to live by.

As for the modern “physics” implication of my question, it raises the principle of “cause and effect,” that thoughts, spoken words, and actions are ALL forms of energy, which once set in motion - traverse the universe until they are absorbed by their intended target(s) – where these as inanimate objects and life-forms react and subsequently respond to the energy. Positive energies tend to initiate positive responses, and negative energies tend to solicit negative responses and actions. In building inanimate objects, things, relationships, and organizations – you plan, plan, then enact those plans. You try NOT to senselessly or recklessly throw around energy.

In crafting this discussion, I have set positive logical thought and energy in motion with the intent of soliciting those in the U.S., on the receiving end – to THINK – and that maybe, just maybe, my energy might bring about a more positive and healthful direction for this country. Logic seems to be running in short supply!
 
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  • #32
Unfortunately this just isn't turning into a productive discussion.
 
  • #33
McGyver said:
In short, “How might Jesus select a justice to the U.S. Supreme Court?”

I think it is obvious he'd pick me. Unless he saves me for the job of president :smile:
 

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