Is Tomorrowness a Key Element of Human Nature? Insights from Stanley A. Ellisen

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the concept of "tomorrowness" as an essential aspect of human nature, drawing insights from the works of Stanley A. Ellisen. Participants explore themes related to predictions, the nature of human intentions, and the implications of historical context on future outcomes.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that the "tomorrowness" feature of humanity is a designed quality of human nature, implying a significant role in shaping behavior and decisions.
  • There is a notion that accurate fulfillments of past prophecies may lead to expectations of accuracy in future predictions, although this is not universally accepted.
  • One participant notes that understanding one's direction requires knowledge of historical context, indicating a relationship between past and future.
  • Concerns are raised about the unpredictability of human predictions, with some arguing that this unpredictability is a defining characteristic of the human spirit.
  • Ellisen's perspective is presented that a comprehensive presentation of biblical prophecy could serve as a defense of its validity, though this claim remains open to interpretation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of views on the implications of "tomorrowness," with no clear consensus on its significance or the reliability of predictions. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the relationship between historical context and future outcomes.

Contextual Notes

Some statements rely on assumptions about the nature of prophecy and human behavior, which are not fully explored or agreed upon. The discussion also reflects varying interpretations of Ellisen's quotes and their implications.

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1.The future is big business.

2. This tomorrowness feature of man was designed as an essential quality of his nature.

Stanley A. Ellisen
 
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Stanley A. Ellisen...2

1. If accurate fulfillments have characterized completed prophecies, we have reason to expect accuracy for those yet to be fulfilled.

2. Without proper preparation good intentions are fatal.
 
Stanley A. Ellisen...3

1. A cosmic tension is building up as world powers jockey for position and balance of power.

2. To discern where you're going, you need to know where you've been.
 
Stanley A. Ellisen...4

1. Human predictions are precarious at best. We can't see around the corner, let alone into the future.

2. Man's history suggests that unpredictability characterizes the human spirit.
 
For better forum organization, I have merged the 4 threads pertaining to Stanley A. Ellisen quotes into one thread. This way they can all be read/discussed in one place. :D
 
Stanley A. Ellisen

I believe that when the full data of biblical prophecy are properly and chronologically presented, they will by and large constitute their own defense.

Stanley A. Ellisen
 
Again, I've merged this latest Ellisen quote into this thread. Please post any such quotes from Ellisen in this thread in the future. Thanks! :)
 
MarkFL said:
Again, I've merged this latest Ellisen quote into this thread. Please post any such quotes from Ellisen in this thread in the future. Thanks! :)

Check your PM.
 
RTCNTC said:
Check your PM.

I get a popup notification whenever new PMs come in. I don't always have time to reply immediately, unless it is an emergency of course. :)
 
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MarkFL said:
I get a popup notification whenever new PMs come in. I don't always have time to reply immediately, unless it is an emergency of course. :)

In the PM, I responded to your answers.
 
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RTCNTC said:
In the PM, I responded to your answers.

Yes, I read your PM when I received it, but I've been fairly busy with a large number of other things. :)
 

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