Knight's pick 10-27-2012

Nathon Detroit

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Vaquero45 explains to a Calvinist that Teddy Bears don't actually love us. Well said!
It would not be any different if it were the case that the one acting did not notice a difference. I'll agree. But, if I am made aware that it is in fact compelled, I now notice/know the difference. It no longer "feels" relational, just programmed. If you put yourself in the shoes of the Creator, (yikes :) ) how can it be meaningful to Him? I don't see how. Now if we have free will to some degree at least, then it is actually relational, and much more real.
Buying a teddy bear that has "I Love You" printed on it's shirt, verses a parent, child, spouse or friend that actually chooses to love you for who you are. Of course the teddy bear isn't sentient, but I think the example fits.
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Sherman

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The God of Calvinism somehow reminds me of a Teddy Bear.....

Great Post Vaquero. :D
 

OMEGA

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Teddy Bears don't actually love us !!!!


AAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH !!!!

MY LIFE IS RUINED !!

I CAN'T GO ON BECAUSE TEDDY DOESN'T LOVE ME ANYMORE .
 

Vaquero45

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Sorry Omega! :)


It would not be any different if it were the case that the one acting did not notice a difference. I'll agree.

When I said this, I should have added, "in the sense that perception is reality." It would still be different, but we wouldn't know.
 

Lighthouse

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It's still October?:jawdrop:

No wonder I was surprised by Thanksgiving!

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Congrats, V45!:thumb:
 
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