Given that this thread started with thoughts of people being …

Comment on PUC Professor: The Noachian Flood was just a local flood? by billman.

Given that this thread started with thoughts of people being open and honest, I would like to do the same and share some observations:

1. I have not noticed anywhere in the history of EducateTruth where Shane or Sean have ever backed down, or rethought, any of their positions, whether they be over factual matters or perspectives of other people. Dialogue often results in some modification, even if slight, of one’s position. Is it possible for Sean or Shane to modify their position on anything??? If they are not able to modify their perspectives, is this suggestive that they may not reflect the spirit of Adventism. Can they point to any position they may have modified.

2. Dr Ness sounds like the type of person that I would like to know – someone who understands that there are issues to be canvassed, and can do this from a position of rock solid faith in God. Solidly Christian, and solidly Adventist. And intelligent to boot, too.

3. I had a roommate at an Adventist institution that loved perfection in the Adventist church. Yawn…

4. I think Sean should be placed in charge of an Adventist University (one not funded by my dime), charged with keeping the faith, and responsible for recruiting like minded faculty, as well as retaining academic credibility. The measure of his success would be in ensuring that the institution reflected the Adventist position (as defined by Sean) 100% of the time. And achieved in a way that was academically and economically sustainable, and did not require relocation to a third world continent. Would you accept such a position, Sean?

5. I recall a former conference president, commenting about some righteous critics – they sit in the front row of church, avidly listening to your sermon, listening for anything they can take out of context and blast to the world. Do I want to be a part of a church like that. No I don’t. Is EducateTruth positioning themselves as the critic that sits in the front row focused on everyone else’s error?

6. Which institution will you be targeting next?

Sorry Sean and Shane, but I find it very difficult to get excited about your “ministry”.