Ann, I apologize for not responding earlier. I just found this thread after looking for something else.
I almost didn't respond even after finding it. What I absolutely do NOT want to do is to start anything that might degenerate into an argument between us, or an attack thread with others chiming in with equally valid and equally strongly-held opinions. If you'd like to continue this discussion via e-mail, I'll gladly do so. I do not believe this forum is the appropriate place to hash out something as potentially explosive as Biblical interpretations.
I value your opinion, Ann, because you always present it in a logical and consistent manner. I don't always agree, of course, but I always read what you write. Thanks for being open and honest and for being reasonable.
