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May 01, 2008 >> 12:49:27 PM
Dear Robbie
Dear Robbie,
I live in the -ville, you know Nicholasville and have to make a long, expensive
commute like 3 whole times a week for class, and I have to drive back
home. It's like a 15 mile roundtrip.With gas prices like they are, and me
owing money to all these different places like I do, do you have any tips for
us commuters? Also, what do you think is the plausibility of having a Zip
line from RJ Corman's Hanger to the Student Center?
Sincerely,
Dear LDT,
You have a few options here:
1) Carpool with other ‘Ville students
2) Bike ride it
3) Drop out of school
4) Discretely jump onto the back of trucks
5) Sleepover in the library instead of drive home
Now, all of these options are obviously awesome. You’re welcome for that. However, none of the options directly associate with Christian theology -- and I’ve notice some readers have not appreciated the absence. So let’s use the Wesleyan Quadrilateral to find out which is doctrinally appropriately for you.
First, what does Scripture have to say about this situation? Hmm, well, there is a reference to fuel: Ezekiel 4:12 suggests using human excrement for fuel. OK, maybe not possible at this moment, but it’s still thoughtful.
Second, how has Christian tradition handled this situation? Well, a horse and buggy are common use in the Amish tradition. I think we might be on to something!
Next, what has been your experience with God in this situation? I have a feeling that your experience with God has something to do with your calling to the seminary. So, we know that option #3 (see above) is not the right choice.
Finally, what is reasonable for this commute? Honestly, I believe that it is most reasonable to choose option #5. Be confident that John Wesley supports this notion because if you look closely at the Wesley statue, he seems to be pointing towards the library – the answer has been clear all along!
--robbie
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I'm not gonna lie, staying overnight in the library isn't as bad as it sounds...there are some amazingly comfy chairs upstairs in the Wesley lounge...
Does hiding out in the Library during chapel count? 'cause if commuters are allowed to spend the night then some of us should be allowed to study during 'holy hour'
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