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Glen Beck recently on his show urged to people to leave their churches if those churches preach "social justice". He also mentioned in the same show that he would leave the Church if they ever preach that. He considers the term "social justice" and "communism" the same thing.

I kind of understand his point but to think that every church who believes in "social justice" means communism is crazy and who is he again to encourage people to leave their churches if they do not preach according to what he thinks is right?

Absurd!

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Then I am sure he would say that he succeeded on that particular show. He is a commentator and not a reporter. He is paid to stir emotions for (hopefully more) and against what he says, but I am sure if you ask him...his goal is to get you to think. So if you can understand his point, you will now be a bit more vigilant when you hear the words Social and Economic Justice, because with a quick and cursory look...those words sound good and everyone should be for Justice. However, he does have a point. If those words are used in a way that suggest entitlement and that the government or those who have more should be forced to support, then he does really have a point. Americans on whole are some of the most giving people in the world. We believe in charity. However, forced charity ceases to be charity. .

I seriously doubt that he is leaving his church any time soon. I dare say that if by listening to his broadcast that had millions excommunicated themselves from their churches en masse, then he would apologize the next day.

I listen to him like I listen to most of the commentators...don't focus on the "show" but listen to the general message.

Just wait for those who preach Social Justice to find out that not everyone gets through the Pearly Gates..OH MY!

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No, I won't be more vigilant. I said I kind of understand his point because I know where he comes from, however I heard the word many times and I never had the same position than he does. I think he is in no position whatsoever to tell people they should leave their churches if they are preaching social justice. As you can see, I don't particularly like his methods, they are too sensationalist. I guess that's what brings the cash.

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Yes, he is a entertainer. If his show does not bring in rating and sponsors, he is off the air, so being sensational is part of the schtick. Again, I listen to his diatribe and I hear the following: if a group (religious or not) starts talking about social or economic justice, I should probably ask what their motives are. If they are pure, then I can accept the use. If they are towards a forced redistribution of wealth without the people whom are having their wealth redistributed being represented properly, then I have to ask myself...is this a organization that I want to be part of...does it represent me and my beliefs? This is what I meant by vigilant, but perhaps I am still in error in your case.

If you listen to these guys verbatim, then they all will get under your skin (Rush, Beck, Hannity, Huffington, Jesse Jackson, Al Sharpton, etc...). What they say is designed to stir emotion.

Edited: Vincenzo on 12th Mar, 2010 - 12:12am

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Comments: I agree with Vincenzo. The main point is what matters, the rest is part of their job to attract viewers/listeners. Now, I'm kinda looking closer at Beck. (one more viewer). This thread helped.

Glenn Beck & Mormons

Correct and that's why I am not a fan of Glen or the rest of the list. Having worked as a journalist for more than ten years, I can tell you that I dislike a LOT this type of journalism. Add to that religion on his sensationalist approach and I am ready to puke.

Unfortunately, it is hard for people to separate Glen from his religious views but rest assured, he represents some LDS members, not all.

Glenn Beck & Mormons - Page 10

In my opinion,Glenn is passionate about what he believes. If you look at other "news entertainment" hosts, you will see how gloomy they are. GB defends righteousness and no, he is not an official church representative or anything of the sort, but in comparison to all of the junk out there, he's a breath of fresh air. Most "news" programs aren't "news" at all but bias opinions of certain events spun however the programmer desires. GB deserves credit for all of the good that he has done, he's not the most watched program just because of his presentation, Americans are into his program because of his content and the sincerity with which treats it.

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Mormons, other Christians decry Glenn Beck comments on social justice

SALT LAKE CITY - Fox News talk-show host Glenn Beck has outraged some Christians by asking them to leave their church if it preaches about "social justice" or "economic justice" - terms he believes could be code words for communism or Nazism. At least one Christian minister is now calling for a boycott of Beck's TV and radio shows. Ref. Source 6