Phil Robertson the Duck

Phil Robertson of Duck Dynasty

Just my own opinion and comments to stir yours....okay, ground rules are now set?

Let's be very clear that Robertson's comments in the magazine were for me--outright bigotry--and nothing new from what he has said in public previously.  So why does the public and A&E react now as if it is something new? For me, this is long overdo.

Now, what about free speech?  Do we say, fine as a private citizen....but not for a public actor whose actions harm A&E and therefore he must be suspended?  Some court will figure this one out.  But it will indeed be a shame if the $$$ invested rules the day and saves this guy's skin after he burned it off others.

A Younger Phil Robertson

Lastly and not least--it was always the public ethic of Jesus to call people by name and without judging them.  The actions of others judged themselves--such as the rich young ruler.  We might make a case for his judgment of the Pharisees--but he did that one to one with them and finally cleared out the temple.

Let's keep in mind.  It is said that people do not remember so much as what you say--but what you do.  Your actions speak louder than words.  Christmas is all about the love of God taking our flesh to love us as we are and without condemnation.  Giving his life away spoke more than anybody;s words and are greater than what Robertson ever uttered against his neighbor.