All categories - 21 April 2007

and looking in the mirror you see a hairdo like Jim Carrey in Ace Ventura Pet detective. Sometimes I crack me up without even trying

2007-04-21 05:05:59 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

1. Is your god all powerful or all knowing? Do not say both as it is a logical impossibility: to be all powerful would be to change things at his whim, to be all knowing would be to know exactly what will happen in the future. You cannot have a being capable of changing events at a whim if the future is known, as no influence is necessary and to change events is to change the future so he knew a false time line prior to his actions and therefore wasn't all knowing. So which is he?

2. If he is all powerful, is it possible for him to create a rock so large he cannot lift it? Either it is impossible for him to create something so massive he could not lift it as he is capable of impressive strength or he is powerful enough to make something he cannot move. See the problem with being all powerful? It's impossible and I defy you to refute this.

3. If he knows everything, how can we have free will as the future has been played out already in his eyes. We have no choice but what he knows.

2007-04-21 05:05:46 · 18 answers · asked by Brian 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Last Monday, tragedy struck the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. A lone gunman went on two separate shooting rampages at the university. After killing two students in a dormitory, he later entered an academic building and chained shut the front doors.

Then he proceeded to walk through the second floor, and with two pistols shot and killed another 3O students and instructors. Before he could be stopped by the police, he shot himself.
When the day ended, 33 were dead and more than a dozen injured. This is now the deadliest shooting spree in American history.

With each eruption of unbelievable, unforgivable violence like this, Americans invariably ask, “How did this happen?” And before the dust has settled, the finger-pointing begins. But the more important question – and the one we don’t want to ask because we don’t want to answer it – is “Why did this happen?”

America has suffered a monumental tragedy. My heart and prayers go out to all Virginia Tech students, parents, and families who lost loved ones and friends in this senseless act of a twisted mind.




But in the aftermath of America’s worst school massacre, I know there are those who will use it to promote causes that don’t really address the problem. For instance, the anti-gun crowd is already springing out of the woodwork.

But to say that this tragedy was caused by the availability of guns, simplistically fails to recognize the real source of the problem. There has never been a gun made that killed anyone. It’s the person wielding the weapon who kills. If that’s not true, we had better forbid the use of the automobile.

Far more people are killed in auto accidents than are killed with guns. And yet, therein the problem is illustrated. Automobiles don’t kill people. It’s the person who drives the automobile that kills people.

One issue that is almost always overlooked in the discussion of gun violence is the complete removal of Biblical morals and ethics from America’s public life, especially our schools.

This has left young minds vulnerable to such things as the endless flood of computer games that facilitate, inspire, and train them to kill great numbers of people with efficiency, but without remorse. It’s done with computer simulation.

Some say there’s no correlation between these games and the act of murder. However, there have been connections established with some of those who have killed in the most calloused and ruthless manner.

If a mind is continually imprinted with the acting out of bloody, ruthless killings, the lines between make-believe and reality become blurred. And though moral judgment is blurred, physical skill is sharpened. Just think for a moment.

Mohammad Atta and the other terrorists on 9/11 had never actually flown a Boeing 767. They were taught the basics of flying in smaller aircraft, but they learned how to operate the instruments and controls of a 767 through computer simulators.

In the same way, many of the computer games played for hours on end by some young people teach the tactics and reflexive skills needed for killing large numbers of people.

These games are much worse than the violent movies and TV series that feature violence. At least they have a script that attaches some semblance of rationale for why the killings are taking place. But the violent computer games bring no ethics or morals into the equation. You win by blowing apart in bloody gun battles as many people as possible. Normal human sensitivities and compassion are dulled over time by this simulation.

This is especially true in the case of disturbed and alienated young minds that have not been taught any concept of parental discipline, love and Biblical morality.

It’s the amoral mind of people that causes death via guns, knives, clubs – or whatever else can be used in a lethal way. It’s not the inanimate weapon.

So removing guns from law-abiding citizens is not the answer. It only leaves them defenseless before the criminals that in any case will manage to obtain guns. History repeatedly proves this point.

Listen to this statement and ask yourself who made it: “This year will go down in history. For the first time a civilized nation has full gun registration. The street will be safer, the police more efficient and the world will follow our lead into the future.” That was Adolf Hitler, on April 15th, 1935.

History offers other examples of what can happen when citizens are stripped of the means to defend themselves.

The Turkish Ottoman Empire established gun control in 1911. It then proceeded to exterminate one and a half million Armenians from 1914—1917.

The Soviet Union established gun control in 1929. Subsequently, from 1928—1953, 60-million dissidents were imprisoned and then exterminated.

China enacted gun control laws in 1935. After the communist takeover, from 1948—1952, 20 million Chinese, unable to defend themselves, were murdered.

Nazi Germany fully established gun control in 1938. That helped the government to round up 13 million defenseless Jews, Gypsies, homosexuals, mentally ill and impaired human beings. Many were imprisoned in concentration camps, then destroyed.

Guatemala passed gun control laws in 1964. Then, from 1964 to 1981, 100-thousand defenseless Mayan Indians were exterminated.

Uganda established gun control measures in 1970. Predictably, from 1971 to 1979, 300-thousand defenseless Christians met a similar fate.

Cambodia established gun control measures in 1956. Subsequently, from 1957 to 1977 one-million Cambodians met their deaths.

Our Founding Fathers had good reason to include in the Constitution “the right for each citizen to bear arms.” They came to this country with vivid memories of what an all-powerful government could do to its defenseless citizens.

In our country, the following evidence clearly demonstrates the impact upon criminals that armed citizens have. Vermont has a genuine right-to-carry law. That means no permit is required. Yet Vermont boasts the lowest crime rate in the nation. Nationwide in the USA, concealed-carry laws have resulted in a drop in crime rates.

A comprehensive national study in 1996 determined that violent crime fell after states made it legal to carry concealed firearms. The results of the study showed that states, which passed concealed-carry laws, reduced their murder rate by 8.5%, rapes by 5%, and aggravated assaults by 7% and robbery by 3%. By extrapolation, if the other States, which do not have concealed-carry laws, had adopted such laws in 1992, then approximately 1,570 murders, 4,177 rapes, 60,000 aggravated assaults and 12,000 robberies would have been avoided yearly.

So let’s deal with the real problem – by seeking to reform the minds of our citizens with Biblical morality and ethics. Paul, writing in 2 Timothy 3:1-5, said, “But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, traitors, headstrong, haughty, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!”

All of the above characteristics are those of a society that has rejected God and His morality and ethics. It is an accurate description of America’s predominant morality today. And as a result, “perilous times” have come.

2007-04-21 05:05:39 · 11 answers · asked by Duane G 3 in Other - Society & Culture

do you think its sexy?

2007-04-21 05:05:21 · 22 answers · asked by need2know 1 in Tattoos

I am 25 and I find I don't get much respect from older folk..maybe it's because Im a 'girl' and young..?

Do you deserve more respect?

2007-04-21 05:04:51 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

Prom is today and i am going to take pictures at a beautiful garden with my prom date and was wondering what i can do to make my smile look the best cause whenever i smile it looks forced and doesnt look the best it could in pictures what can i do to make the pictures that will follow me for the rest of my life look great.

2007-04-21 05:04:45 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Singles & Dating

I used to exude confindence...now, not so much so. What ways can I build myself up? I've been told many times that I'm beautiful...but I just don't feel that way any more. I know its what I feel about myself...my self-esteem is shot! Help...

2007-04-21 05:04:41 · 26 answers · asked by caramelqueen 3 in Marriage & Divorce

I cannot sleep a lot of nights because the burp gets stuck in my chest while I am sleeping making it hard to breathe.

2007-04-21 05:04:38 · 8 answers · asked by GlowiDark 2 in Infectious Diseases

was he living according to the obvious plan intended for him?

2007-04-21 05:04:22 · 5 answers · asked by just curious (A.A.A.A.) 5 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-04-21 05:04:07 · 6 answers · asked by Malc W 1 in Music

2007-04-21 05:04:00 · 15 answers · asked by Ms. Understood 1 in Marriage & Divorce

2007-04-21 05:03:24 · 26 answers · asked by Lola 2 in Astronomy & Space

We've been dating about two years. It seems no matter what I do, it's never enough for him. If we're not cuddling for five minutes, I get lots of whining and he accuses me of "not liking him" and being "cold". It's become a lot worse lately. And if it escelates into a fight (wich isn't uncommon), he throws stuff around and storms off like a little kid. What am I supposed to do? What would make someone behave this way?

I mean, maybe it's just me, because I really do hate cuddling, but I still do it sometimes to make him happy. He just seems to want it literally all the time. Plus, I can't hang out with friends without him getting really, really upset and calling me every few minutes to yell at me for it.

What's with the constant need for attention here?

2007-04-21 05:03:21 · 16 answers · asked by tina 2 in Singles & Dating

Driving down HWY 99 traffic slowed to a crawl only to find the cause was a patrol car along the side. Why does the patrol car stop traffic ?
- Brian C

2007-04-21 05:03:21 · 11 answers · asked by clark95969 1 in Commuting

Antiquated technology like combustion engines, coal, petrolium etc. With the knowledge that so many of the lesser accepted technologies have advanced far beyond the common understanding, shouldn't we try to move to a more advanced future instead of wallowing in our own comfort pool?

2007-04-21 05:03:17 · 7 answers · asked by Rothwyn 4 in Earth Sciences & Geology

2007-04-21 05:03:11 · 16 answers · asked by Carl 7 in Polls & Surveys

2007-04-21 05:03:05 · 5 answers · asked by MICHEAL A 1 in TVs

Hi dudes and dudettes!

Every recess, my friends and I play double-dutch (skipping with two ropes). But everytime I jump in, I always stop the ropes. My friends said to start in but that just seems even harder.

Can you all tell me like when to jump in and how to jump the ropes and stuff like that. It would help me a lot!

Thanks so much y'all!

2007-04-21 05:02:51 · 3 answers · asked by Vanessa<3 5 in Other - Games & Recreation

I love rides, but I find that I get nausea and sometimes actually throw up after rides, especially spinning ones. Do travel sickness tablets prevent this?

2007-04-21 05:02:48 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in First Aid

SKA MUSIC ?

aquabats
reel big fish
the hippos
less than jake
catch 22
i could go on...

2007-04-21 05:02:39 · 9 answers · asked by kiki<3 4 in Music

It's sweat pants and fuzzy bunny slippers for me today!

2007-04-21 05:02:34 · 7 answers · asked by Cochran 6 in Polls & Surveys

why doesn't he want me to be with somone else,

2007-04-21 05:02:20 · 7 answers · asked by jennifer w 1 in Marriage & Divorce

My wife is currently on maternity leave & will not be returning to work. She has not informed her company (a large corporation in NY) as yet. For 8 weeks she received full pay through short-term disability and her company, and was wondering if she could be penalized for simply quitting upon the end of her leave.

2007-04-21 05:02:12 · 4 answers · asked by JoeJava 2 in Careers & Employment

2007-04-21 05:02:09 · 16 answers · asked by Carl 7 in Polls & Surveys

My birthday was the 17th. Does anyone have any games for slumber parties?

2007-04-21 05:01:52 · 11 answers · asked by Katie S 3 in Polls & Surveys

2007-04-21 05:01:49 · 5 answers · asked by impulsefox 1 in Languages

I'm 14, some people say that I'm to young to grasp this concept. Oh well! Anyway, to my point. Is something far beyond the human understanding limits occuring in our world presently? i say this due to the fact that in the past week, there's been the virgina tech massacre, the seige at NASA, and I live in CA so I heard about a threat to schools in Yuba county, saying that it'll make VT look small. The man behind the threats though was caught. I think god is saying something, in my opinon. What do you think? Not to get all biblical and stuff, but do you think that what is happening, like mass killings in a week, could maybe signify the end times of the world? Plus the bombing in iraq that killed at least 300 people in a day. Pls your opionon would be greatly appreciated! Serious answers only!!

2007-04-21 05:01:46 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Current Events

My husband spends every evening and every weekend at the computer with his back to me answering math problems. How do I get him to stop? Does he need an intervention?

2007-04-21 05:01:35 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mathematics

If you need one - you can borrow one of mine, but remember I may need you to return it if I start running short on them.

2007-04-21 05:01:17 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Polls & Surveys

2007-04-21 05:01:04 · 10 answers · asked by frizzacheng88 1 in Religion & Spirituality