Sometimes when you hear a question, your response might be, “What in the world is that all about?” Sometimes the question can even convey harsh judgment or condescension. For example, if someone asked, “Do you even have a brain?” no one would be surprised if you were a bit insulted by such a question
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (which doesn’t seem like all that bad of an option these days), you’ve probably heard about the leak regarding the Supreme Court decision related to Roe v Wade. Most people know exactly what “Roe v Wade” is, but for many who are younger, I will briefly explain.
Just when you think you’ve heard it all, something else comes along that makes you shake your head once more.
In the midst of the COVID pandemic, I made a prediction. I said that it was my belief that COVID would soon begin to lose its usefulness to those who “never want to let a good crisis go to waste.”
So, here’s how the argument goes, at least from some Christians and other well-meaning people.
“If evolution was true, why are there still apes around? Gottcha!”
Have you heard that argument before? Have you ever used it yourself?
I’m pretty sure it’s never happened, but I don’t think anyone has ever called me a “handyman,” with good reason. God has gifted different people with different skills. Being handy around the house isn’t exactly my strong suit. If you want me to write a computer program to manage the logistics of your business, that I could do. But don’t put a hammer in my hand or someone’s gonna get hurt, and it might not just be me!
Imagine watching an old western movie. Main street is uncommonly empty. Why? Because there’s about to be an epic showdown, a classic gunfight. The infamous villain and iconic hero are about to settle things once-and-for-all.
Dating myself once again, I am reminded of the Dr Pepper commercial that included a catchy jingle with the following lyrics: I’m a Pepper, he’s a Pepper, she’s a Pepper, we’re a Pepper. Wouldn’t you like to be a Pepper too? Some of you are singing it in your head. Some out loud! Others are thinking, “I have no idea what you’re talking about. Can we just get to the question? And by the way, your question title has a typo in it. It says, “Prepper” instead of “Pepper.”
Everyone loves a riddle, right? Well, maybe not, but you’re going to get one anyway.
What is greater than God, more evil than the devil, the poor have it, the very rich need it, and if you eat it, you’ll die?
I like questions. Many people do. It allows the person we are speaking with to share their thoughts. Many people love to offer their opinions on things, sometimes on just about everything!
Two things right off the bat: (1) Yes, this is basically a rhetorical question. (2) If you are under 30 years of age, there’s a good chance you don’t understand the question!
Who doesn’t love a good conspiracy theory? Seriously. They can be a lot of fun and are often very creative and intriguing. Upon hearing one, your response might be, “Hmmm, that makes a lot of sense. I wonder if it’s true.” You may even think twice about what you have been perceiving as reality. There’s something within our (fallen) nature that makes us drawn to be on “the inside” of a secret and to possess special knowledge and insight that very few others know.
Many of you are wondering what in the world is up with this month’s question. I don’t blame you, but if you are patient, I think everything will make sense.
