Originally Posted by
PTravel
I agree with the sentiment re: TSOs -- I take each one individually and at face value.
I would, however, respectfully remind you that the entire U.S. is not Christian and biblical references will be lost on those of us who couldn't care less what the bible says.
I would
respectfully remind
you that in any argument with multiple points it would be quite typical for each argument to weigh differently from reader to reader. Quotes from various sources have the usefulness of shorthand for those who can relate to them, and waste minimal time for those who don't.