Assignment 2-1 Weekly analysis

Harold Camping predicted that the world would end on May 21st, 2011 and as you can tell since you are reading this, that it didn't happen.. He also said the world would in back in 1994, but obviously, that didn't happen either.  What I don't understand is how this man has garnered such a big following and gotten all this media attention.  I know he owns the Family Radio Network and has the ability to reach thousands of listeners and followers, but as the Bible states in Matthews 24:36, "No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father."

It doesn't matter what kind of mathematical equation he used because of what the preceding quote just said.  Harold Camping put up all these billboards across the country using donations to pay for them.  In my opinion, he should have used that money to help people in need.  Our country is already struggling with economic issues, why would you want to stir up the pot and make people feel even worse?  Scare tactics and fear may drive a lot of people, but don't kick 'em while their down.  That's just mean and cruel.

Instead of leading by fear, one should lead by example, hope, and inspiration.  You will be surprised by how the simplest little things can brighten a stranger's day.  For example, on Saturday, I bought a new grill and was waiting outside of the store for them to unlock my new grill so I could load it into my vehicle.  As I was waiting, another man bought the same grill I did and we talked about it for a couple of minutes, and then he went to load his new grill in the back of his truck.  No one from the store was helping him, so I took it upon my self to give the man a helping hand.

I am no saint, by any means, but the man was really appreciative and said Thanks!  That made my day.