We all recognize there are many types of "authority." Like the policeman, the judge etc. And, of course, intellectual aurhotity. Science, history and so forth. But just a word or two on the principal authorities in religion. Each has its place I guess, but each has consequences of a staggering nature. So beware.
The authority of the church. This is pretty much Roman Catholic territory. If the Church says it that has to be right. Dangerous, No. It simply means anything the Church (RC) says has to be true. So you doubt Mary floated physically up in the air, say, 20 billion miles; well forget it ,bub, Pius 12 said she did; so if you doubt it just get on to hell!
The authority of tradition. RC's and Anglicans kind of like this. After all if somebody 2000 or later years ago said something and somebody still believes it, it must be true. Even Keble kind of liked this authority. The problem is thousands of people said thousands of things thousands of years ago so....hell just pick and choose.
The authority of the Bible. Sure it tells you to kill your neighbors at the drop of a hat, but listen you smart ass, God wrote IT and who do you think YOU are, p...ant!!
The authority of the Holy Ghost. Let's see YOU make people fall on the floor and bark, or laugh for a month without stopping. Just turn on your TV you fool!!!Let's see YOU talk in ancient Brokadolian!!
Well there you have it. Doesn't it say it Legituris 5:18 "And the scoffer shall be grilled well done.!!!"
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Hey I wonder if the Roman Catholic Church have Jack insurance?
ReplyDeleteWhat do you mean by that Victor?
Blame my wife cause she just told me that she's getting a new jack phone because the old one has been damaged and “IT” won’t cost her!
I hear ya! You're way off topic again Victor!
Maybe so but I still think that the Catholic Church needs Jack Insurance if you know what I mean! :)
Peace Buddy!