Pat Robertson is at it again -- making theologically offensive statements in the midst of great suffering - this time in Haiti. However, Donald Miller has written a nice response to Robertson that's well worth the read. Here's an excerpt:

Regardless, Robertson’s comments further divide people of faith from, well, people of faith. I don’t want to debate the theological ramifications of Robertson’s statements, I only want to point out some perspectives that ease my anger, and instead, cause me to pity him. I consider this a more mature response than I would have had a few years ago. Here are a few perspectives that, hopefully, will keep you from throwing a stapler through a wall.

Miller goes on to elaborate on these points (I just pulled these headings):

• Many controlling personalities are drawn to the idea of a severe, vengeance oriented God.

• Another truth that gives me a more grounded perspective on Pat Robertson is that he really doesn’t represent most conservatives.

• I’ve also found that the more I trust in Christ’s redemption to be sufficient, the less overtly religious I am.

And finally, he offers this as a more appropriate reponse to Robertson:

“You seem angry and tired. Christ loves you. He is not impressed with your religious posturing. He really loves you. You don’t have to hide behind anything anymore. The good news really is that good.”

Click here to read Donald Miller's full post.

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