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Last night we went to see a musical based on the book of Esther in the Bible. It was so great. One of the most proffessional productions I have seen. The rapper was great, I think he used to be in the Tribe. The special effects and the way they used the stage was just amazing. The projection on the sceens which were part of the stage mixed in with the dances behind the screen was just such a clever effect. The whole thing was just top class and I would recommend it to anyone who likes modern stuff. The message behind was sooo powerful too. Basically Esther was prepared to die to save her people and she put herself on the line and made a difference to a whole nation. Do not underestimate the power of one. It really challenged me again to stand out and stand up for God as he does want to save this nation. Although what we are doing at MCC may seem small and insignificant at times we are making a difference in Morecambe & Lancaster. We will make a difference with God behind us. Watch this space!! (www.luvesther.com)

Tracy

I am sorry. This whole debate about the cartoons of Mohammed is getting to me.
The BBC decided to broadcast the Jerry Springer Opera las year, in which Jesus Christ was shown as a homosexual and his name used frequently as a swear word. They had “63,000 complaints from viewers over the decision to broadcast Jerry Springer” (the guardian 31.3.05) and yet they upheld their decision and the broadcast went ahead.
Freedom of Speech is fair and good. It should end though where it seriously and unreasonably offends. Showing cartoons of Mohammed was not a great idea.
But the reaction with “Slay those who insult Islam” posters tells its own story about Moslem tolerance and political corrrectness.

Wow was I releived when I heard that the bill had been voted against yesterday. We were having our freedom taken away to be able to say anything against any other religion, having it labelled as religious hatred. Although every Tom Dick and Harry is allowed to say what they like about God, Jesus and Christianity. Are we not allowed to have an opinion anymore. As Christians we have to stand up for a lot of stick off people for being wimps that need a crutch, for been arrogant because we are so sure of we believe, but we are not allowed to have a mind and say what we feel is wrong about other faiths. Not fair as far as I’m concerned. I’m not saying that we should be slating people because they have other beliefs, but to be able to point out what you feel is wrong in another religion, faiths or cults should be allowed. It’s freedom of speech. I know Rowan Atkinson sees it as comedy to be able to take the micky out of all faiths and religions. I don’t really care if he takes the micky out of me as a Chrsitian I know that my faith in Jesus is worth far more than some comedian being able to pull me apart. I can take it. Anyway what does anyone else think??

Tracy