As mentioned a few months ago, my goal for the summer was to read all of the Harry Potter books. I don't know why I didn't read them in the first place, but as time went on it became increasingly apparent that I had to read them now. I'm so glad I did. They were so good!
Next: Watch the movies.
It's funny how, even as an English teacher, I can forget the power of story. As humans we are fascinated by human behavior, especially when characters behave valiantly or sacrificially - selflessly. It's as if we are most enthralled by what we least understand. I went to see The Dark Knight last week and left feeling similarly. Yet, I'm not sure the Dark Knight told the story in as compelling of a way as Batman Begins. I think I need to see it again to really get a good understanding of it, but part of the story just didn't work for me.
Interesting, then, that so many people flat-out reject Christ's story. Is it because there have been too many selfish people telling that story of ultimate selflessness? Recently in my thoughts I've been exploring the link between selflessness and love. I'm not sure if they can be synonyms or if they are just very closely linked. Thoughts?
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"Is it because there have been too many selfish people telling that story of ultimate selflessness?"
YES! i had this conversation saturday night with two guys who have a massive distaste for christians. we are friends because they believe me to be an abberation, not the norm (not that i am all that selfless, but the story of Christ that i tell resonates much more with them).
incidentally, i HAVE seen all the harry potter movies.
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