The first days lectures.

Well today’s lecture had a few interesting ideas as we looked into the developments that lead to the reformation. One that struck me was the way that the printing press changed the world in much the same way that the Internet has for our world. For the first time the scripture was made available to everyone. Imagine how we take the Bible for granted – I have at least four different versions myself. And suddenly anyone with their own thoughts or theology could begin to spread it without any controls. Amazing.

Another interesting factoid if you will – people like Martin Luther valued all things ancient over anything new. If the printing press reminds us of our own world, this old is greater than new idea is completely different. If Luther could find ancient writings, they were valued over new thinking, as they were closer to Christ in time frame. In our society – everything is branded as new and improved. What does this say about us older people – I just turned 36 and my daughter would say I am very old. In this computer high tech age, have we valued the new to the our detriment? Have we completely devalued our senior demographic without ever intending too? So much wisdom and untapped potential. But how do we tap into this wealth of knowledge and experience? That might give you something to think about.

Have a great day. Hopefully my pictures will change soon.

Hunter