'The end of the world? I can't wait'

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In summary, Christian fundamentalist Tim LaHaye is known for preaching about Armageddon and has made millions from his religious novels. He also counts former US President George Bush as a fan. Despite his controversial beliefs, LaHaye remains socially significant. However, discussions about religious beliefs are not allowed. Some may remember a television show a few years ago where two old men discussed the concept of the rapture and how one would disappear with Jesus. LaHaye has rationalized that in the rapture, everyone will look 33 years old. This has led some to question his ideas and label him as a lunatic. Despite this, there are still followers who believe in his teachings.
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Christian fundamentalist Tim LaHaye preaches Armageddon, makes millions from religious novels - and counts George Bush a fan. Oliver Poole meets him...[continued]

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/arts/main.jhtml?xml=/arts/2004/04/01/ftrev01.xml

I am posting this due to LaHayes' social significance. Please remember that we can't allow a debate about religious beliefs.
 
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I remember a few years ago while channel surfing there was a show with two old guys talking about the rapture and how you will disappear with Jesus. They said "if you are an airline pilot and the rapture comes, the fate of the passengers are in God's hands", do not worry about it." :eek:

From now on I'm making sure the person at the wheel is an atheist. :tongue:

I love how he's rationailzed that everyone will look 33 years old.
 
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What A Lunatic!

And to think, people think I have CRAZY ideas!
The absolute fairy tales this bloke talks about, seem like a horrible mushie trip that just drags you down into froot-loop land.
I can't believe that people follow this idiot.
 

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