Some Saturday nights when we're back in standard time, we tend to have impromptu gatherings at our home or the home of others. Sometimes there's actual communication. Sometimes we or others simply show up. Last Saturday night was one such evening. Like our ridiculous dinner table conversation, the conversation among the adults tends to wander, although there's usually some discussion on topics of substance. Of course this week Rob Ford was a topic. It seems the whole world is following the amazing and unbelievable Rob Ford saga. His ability to remain in office is epic. I finally discovered why. Rob Ford is emulating Jesus.
Important point of information- this is in no way meant to be disrespectful to Jesus nor his followers. Hear me out.
Conversation on Saturday had fully covered, or so we thought, the Rob Ford scandal. Eventually talk turned to the Pope (completely unconnected). Everyone around the table was a big fan. We are impressed with his piety, his humbleness, and his desire to open the church to all who come to seek God. I pointed out that Jesus went to the sinners. He didn't expect only those of perfect faith to come to him. (As Jews we tend to steer clear of anything Christian, probably due to a difficult history at times. However, a lot of what Jesus said bears repeating.) I pointed out that Jesus sat with thieves and prostitutes. He didn't say only come to me when you've cleaned up your act. Then it hit me- Rob Ford! He's emulating Jesus. With all that's happening his approval rating is holding steady. His constituents seems to love him no matter what. He will talk to anyone (expect the press). He's certainly not a high and mighty politician locked away from the "lowly" citizenship. So here it is- Rob Ford is emulating Jesus. He may even have miracles to his name if you include managing to stay in office this long and not being indicted. Now if he can get reelected he may even qualify for sainthood. I think his riding would support him.
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