I totally understand all of your replies~ and have looked up 100's of Ref. to the word fool~ it STILL is not correct in any term when used to say Jesus made Himself a fool for us~
I definately knows that she means well, and enjoy her music~
This song reminds me of my heated discussions with my son. He cites verses in the Bible that support things he disagrees with and feels everyone should (slaves serve your masters as you would Christ) and rails at me, calling me simple and naive, pretty much most of the names in this song. He says the Bible was translated by men with biases and opinions and those influenced translations. He basically thinks I am a fool for believing what I do. But I'll be that kind of fool for Christ!
BibleGateway: The word "fool" in the Old Testament seldom, if ever, is used to describe the feebleminded, imbecile, idiot, or moron. Rather, it always has within it the meaning of a rebel, especially against God
and the laws of order, decency, and justice. Notice in Proverbs how many such characteristics of rebelliousness are listed against the fool, and see God's attitude toward them.
@debrazgalaxy She means fool by secular standards; if you go out into a street and start rejoicing and praising God people will view you as a fool and mock you, just like Jesus was mocked on the cross. I don't think she was implying that she'll be an imbecile for God lol(:
@bluelights18 Thank you, I know her context is innocent~ and what she means in regard to how non believers view us . But the fact remains, the wording is wrong when used in the context of our Lord~ The Lord trumps wrongful use in modern song (c: I do love her voice and most of her other music.
@debrazgalaxy it's not wrongful use if a word has two meanings, though. I forget where, although I'm fairly certain it's somewhere in 1 Corinthians or Ephesians (but don't hold me accountable for that), Paul says that he will be a fool for Christ. That's what Nichole means as well(:
@bluelights18 I went to check the reference for what you were saying. It's 1 Corinthians 4:10, so Nichole apparently based the song on this verse (and admittedly this and some of Nichole's earlier songs had to grow on me a bit due to having some of the same concerns that debrazgalaxy felt in her comment).
@debrazgalaxy yes, but when David danced before the Lord somepeople thought HE was a fool! God has made the foolish things wise and the wise foolish. If you want that reference I'll look it up. ( :
God uses the foolish to shame the wise and the weak to shame the strong.
marshmallowseal234 1 week ago
This song hits home. Perfect lyrics. She isn't afraid to say what every Christian has felt at one time. I Really Qant To Know You" as well. Love her.
amyhill768 3 months ago
I love her music! :-)
takeDshot 5 months ago
I totally understand all of your replies~ and have looked up 100's of Ref. to the word fool~ it STILL is not correct in any term when used to say Jesus made Himself a fool for us~
I definately knows that she means well, and enjoy her music~
debrazgalaxy 8 months ago
This song reminds me of my heated discussions with my son. He cites verses in the Bible that support things he disagrees with and feels everyone should (slaves serve your masters as you would Christ) and rails at me, calling me simple and naive, pretty much most of the names in this song. He says the Bible was translated by men with biases and opinions and those influenced translations. He basically thinks I am a fool for believing what I do. But I'll be that kind of fool for Christ!
starshine428 8 months ago 2
BibleGateway: The word "fool" in the Old Testament seldom, if ever, is used to describe the feebleminded, imbecile, idiot, or moron. Rather, it always has within it the meaning of a rebel, especially against God
and the laws of order, decency, and justice. Notice in Proverbs how many such characteristics of rebelliousness are listed against the fool, and see God's attitude toward them.
debrazgalaxy 9 months ago
@debrazgalaxy She means fool by secular standards; if you go out into a street and start rejoicing and praising God people will view you as a fool and mock you, just like Jesus was mocked on the cross. I don't think she was implying that she'll be an imbecile for God lol(:
bluelights18 9 months ago
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debrazgalaxy 8 months ago
@bluelights18 Thank you, I know her context is innocent~ and what she means in regard to how non believers view us . But the fact remains, the wording is wrong when used in the context of our Lord~ The Lord trumps wrongful use in modern song (c: I do love her voice and most of her other music.
debrazgalaxy 8 months ago
@debrazgalaxy it's not wrongful use if a word has two meanings, though. I forget where, although I'm fairly certain it's somewhere in 1 Corinthians or Ephesians (but don't hold me accountable for that), Paul says that he will be a fool for Christ. That's what Nichole means as well(:
bluelights18 8 months ago
@bluelights18 I went to check the reference for what you were saying. It's 1 Corinthians 4:10, so Nichole apparently based the song on this verse (and admittedly this and some of Nichole's earlier songs had to grow on me a bit due to having some of the same concerns that debrazgalaxy felt in her comment).
ChristianTVArchive 8 months ago 2
@debrazgalaxy yes, but when David danced before the Lord somepeople thought HE was a fool! God has made the foolish things wise and the wise foolish. If you want that reference I'll look it up. ( :
starshine428 8 months ago 2
@starshine428
Good word!
billcooke89 3 months ago
Proverbs 14:3In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
debrazgalaxy 9 months ago
I have always loved this song!
sydnee11 1 year ago
Thanks. I have been looking for this song.
MrJmyers114 1 year ago