Israel Folau says his controversial comment that the bushfire crisis was a sign of 'God's judgment' in response to the legalisation of same-sex marriage was not meant to offend but that it was a “timely reminder of god’s word” | tomdecent
Israel Folau says his controversial comments that the bushfire crisis was a sign of "God's judgment" in response to the legalisation of same-sex marriage were not meant to offend but that it was a “timely reminder of God’s word”.
"Look how rapid these bushfires, these droughts, all these things have come, in a short period of time,” Folau told members of his church. “You think it's a coincidence or not? God is speaking to you guys. Australia, you need to repent."After widespread criticism, even from Prime Minister Scott Morrison and broadcaster Alan Jones, Folau has addressed the controversy.
“In actual fact, it was just a timely reminder of God’s word and trying to point people onto the path of righteousness.”Scott Morrison, Israel Folau, Alan Jones.“In saying that, my thoughts and prayers do go out to the people affected,” Folau said. “It’s horrible to see and you never want anyone to go through that sort of stuff but, as a Christian, you are always praying for people.
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