If one were to take the bible seriously one would go mad. But to take the bible seriously, one must be already mad.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
If you must be mad, be it not for the things of the world. Be mad with the love of God.
I'm always amazed that people take what I say seriously. I don't even take what I am seriously.
I believe many people feel like God is mad at them.
People sometimes mistake being serious with being taken seriously.
If there's anything I hate more than not being taken seriously, it's being taken too seriously.
I don't take myself seriously. Others should take me seriously, I don't.
Actually, I think it's quite sensible not to take yourself too seriously.
My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.
I don't take myself as seriously as some people think, and I'd hate anyone to think I was preaching. That's the last thing I want.
Logically, taking Scripture seriously means being passionately concerned about interpreting it correctly and thus welcoming any evidence that exposes erroneous understandings of the biblical text. Unfortunately, many zealous Bible students and teachers confuse their favorite interpretations of the Bible with the Bible itself.