Arnold McCuller (Ry Cooder) - Jesus Hits Like The Atom Bomb

[nunnodora]

inspirações de take 6

[nuclearguru69]

ha! I'm not a christian but this video is awesome!

[theseed7]

check out the video from arrrrghSky. The video with this song is quite amazing.

[MarcoSnow88]

Fantastic singing, bad lyrics. How does dropping a nuke on Japan represent "god's" will? Dropping the nuclear bomb in the first place was a crime against humanity on our (the US') part. Historical documents from both sides of the conflict (from the American and Japanese military) have shown that Japan was on the verge of surrender, whether or not the US dropped the bomb. The nuclear bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki was a dark blot on human history that we as a nation will never live down.

[MillsApparatus]

Christianity has generated some beautiful ideas, but end-times theology is almost universally sadistic and ugly. Also bear in mind that the people who get all excited about the unbelievers burning in hell are the same people most likely to mindlessly support the bombing of Japan. Childish wish fulfillment theology and jingoistic military fetishism often go hand in hand. It is a great song though isn't it?

[californiaclaybo]

Christianity is a big word. It covers many groups I suppose. But the group that Jesus meant it for is a group that would weep over unbelievers burning in hell. Which is why you see untold tens of thousands through the centuries risking and sacrificing there lives and comforts just to tell others of the great merciful king. However there is some joy in knowing that those who sold young girls into prostitution and gassed the elderly and weak,will one day recieve there reward. Unless they repent!!

[MillsApparatus]

To me this is yet another problem. If you accept the doctrine of hell as a just punishment (which I don't because it isn't ever made clear that only pimps and murderers go there) the idea that someone can commit genocide and then get off scott free because they repent is just absurd. No justice anywhere in that equation.

[californiaclaybo]

I understand your feelings here. However you are not understanding the whole of what the scripture says regarding such. First off no one gets off scott free. The repentence we are talking about is a true repentance. Not just a confession, but an honest change of heart and character. just as john Newton who wrote Amazing Grace was a massive slave trader and drug addict. When he repented he freed the slaves and rallied for them the rest of his life. Repentance is giving your life up for the Lords.

[californiaclaybo]

Also No matter what we attempt we can not earn heaven. Jesus earned it, and truly surrendering to that is amazing humility. It goes against pride, the fleshly desires, intillect, materialism, etc. That is not Scott free, to see yourself as what you truly are without the Lord which is unworthy. And for the Beautiful Son of God to die on a cruel cross, one who was blameless, is not Scott free, it is a high high untold price and sacrifice. Think about it!!!

[californiaclaybo]

Also it isn't our job to say who goes there or not. We are to pray for and Love all people as much as we can whether good or evil. we are to warn. We are to press on. If God sends anyone there and HE will it will be just, I am thankful I have know such responsibility. I think sometimes I know who should go or not, but I am sure we will all be surprised. We must understand as loving as Jesus was He was extremely clear that Straight is the gate and narrow is the way. The Cross! Humility! Not pride

[californiaclaybo]

Then even these can avoid a burning hell. God is no respector. But pride can keep you from heaven it is your choice. No christian wants people in hell. If any do they are either not christian or they have some serious growing up to do. but ultimately we accept that there is a hell, just take a close look. Real up close at things, Of course there is a hell. You are struggling with some things or you wouldn't make such a childish silly untrue argument. I'd be glad to listen if you need an ear!

[sgpnc]

What a complete load of crap. It took two bombs to get Japan to surrender. The two bombs saved many, many American and Japanese lives compared to an invasion of the home islands.

[sgpnc]

Based on the latest data, it is clear that at the time the bombs were dropped the Japanese "...were not seeking to surrender, but pursuing a negotiated end to the war that preserved the old order in Japan...[an old order] that had launched a war of aggression that killed 17 million..."

If you want to know more, search for The Weekly Standard Article by Richard B. Frank "Why Truman Dropped the Bomb" dated 8/8/05.

Dropping the bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki saved a huge number of lives.

[humminglake]

yes just ask the people of Hiroshima and Nagasaki...

[sweetlurch]

THat's what I'm talkin' 'bout!!! We had a group 'round here called the Sprirtual Sons, that did that style!!!

[plattform5163]

Thank you for sharing great video!

[chuckuc]

That's also Arnold singing Try A Little Tenderness with Paul Giamonte in "Duets". Sort of a funky movie but some great tunes.

[RB630]

BOOOOOOOOM!

[fistjedi]

Wow. Gave the Blind Boys of Alabama a run for their money!

[oldschoolpete]

I first heard this tune through The Blind Boys of Alabama...but I like this version even better.

[sgpnc]

Oh my goodness... I thought I knew most of the Ry Cooder that was out there. Thanks M for posting this. Just the best.

[bluesgirl62]

JUST GREAT

[DidjeridooGirl]

Jesus may have hit Arnold McCuller like an atom bomb, but he sure blessed him with an amazing talent. Damn that man can sing!

[elenapulli]

Arnold McCuller; great singer!

[CrudeDude]

This song is used in the movie "The Atomic Cafe".

[pattywolford]

I would like to hear more of them!

[sgpnc]

Buy any of the Ry Cooder albums from the 70s and 80s and you'll get this heavenly choir.  Arnold McCuller and Bobby King (tenors) Terry Evans (baritone) and Willie Greene, Jr. (bass). Plus you'll get Ry's wonderful playing and that of his great band (Jim Keltner drums, Jorge Calderon bass, Van Dyke Parks keys, et al).

[Rockolutionjimmy]

arnold mcculer is awsome singer..he's got really amazing voice and feeling..

[arkgunslinger]

It Hit me like an atom bomb! 5/5

[pigmeat56481]

the lead vocals are by arnold mcculler

[jeffrey64]

Takes me back!!

[commment]

aah.....Nice !!!