Society & Culture - 9 September 2006

...then why not come to church and find out for yourself? There are friendly Christian congregations almost everywhere!

Church is about worshipping God, not judging others. No one is perfect, but by God's awesome grace and Jesus' resurrection, anyone can be forgiven and healed.

A church fellowship is also about building strong communities, connecting with neighbors, and making new friends. In addition to the usual Sunday-morning worship, most churches offer extra worship services, Bible-study groups, community service, volunteer opportunities, outreach programs and other activities throughout the week.

Won't you join us this Sunday?

2006-09-09 13:49:42 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Why do you think religion has survived for such a long time?

2006-09-09 13:49:02 · 21 answers · asked by young one 3 in Religion & Spirituality

How serious is this?

An Archeological Atrocity

Jerusalem Post Editorial

Jerusalem is one of the most
archeologically rich cities in the world. Within Jerusalem,
perhaps the most mysterious area from an archeological
point of view is the Temple Mount. This month, the Wakf
(Moslem trust) dug a hole 30 meters square and 12 meters
deep into the Temple Mount and dumped tons of the
excavated material by the truckload into the Kidron Valley.

According to the Antiquities Authority, the Wakf committed
an "archeological crime" by using bulldozers to cut into a
place that archeologists might have probed with
toothbrushes. Although much of the damage has been done
and cannot be reversed, this damage will be significantly
exacerbated if Israel does not properly protect and
excavate the tons of fill that now sit alongside a garbage
dump.

2006-09-09 13:48:11 · 25 answers · asked by prometheus_unbound 3 in Religion & Spirituality

For people not to have sex? Sort of like a metaphor? That being a virgin is sacred and sex is wrong?

2006-09-09 13:48:10 · 8 answers · asked by ? 6 in Religion & Spirituality

What is the meaning of the sentence "Do not try this at home!"? I am a foreigner in America. Thanks in advance.

2006-09-09 13:48:01 · 20 answers · asked by wupeng_pku 1 in Mythology & Folklore

Is it real-I don't mean the magic of miracles(birth and nature). Can witches and wizards really do the so called Harry Potter type of stuff. What's the differences (besides good and bad) of black and white witches and wizadry? What about sorcerers?

2006-09-09 13:47:38 · 20 answers · asked by tea1894 2 in Mythology & Folklore

I know this probably has come up before,but i think it's funny how bigots and homophobes spend all their time leaving commnets here, but its also kinda sad. they really could be doing something else,something more idk productive

2006-09-09 13:47:37 · 11 answers · asked by lala 3 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2006-09-09 13:46:08 · 13 answers · asked by Mont B 1 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-09-09 13:45:38 · 10 answers · asked by medusaunveiled 2 in Mythology & Folklore

I'm just wondering, why do most people believe in God? I've provided some answers, but if you know of another, then please state it.
(a)It serves as some kind of comfort to them that a higher being is out there
(b)They are scared into believing in God for fear of the repercussions
(c)They truly and honestly believe in the good lessons and values Chritianity has
(d)They can't see things in a different light or on a bigger scale
(e)Ignorance or lack of knowledge about how our world functions
(f)other, please specify

2006-09-09 13:45:20 · 19 answers · asked by young one 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-09 13:45:06 · 15 answers · asked by jvg49er 6 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-09 13:41:49 · 2 answers · asked by bonjing2003 1 in Other - Cultures & Groups

2006-09-09 13:41:44 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

what then? no co-signer, no credit established, isthere way ard this???

2006-09-09 13:41:17 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

would sign a form stating that if they break the law in this country would suffer a muslim punishment? e.g. hands chopped off for theft, death for blasthemy etc.
not many i think, they have got lots to say but still choose to live in our wonderful country. if we are so bad, WHY???

2006-09-09 13:40:59 · 17 answers · asked by DAVID H 4 in Religion & Spirituality

Do you want to travel the world? Or did you already do it.
In my life I certainly want to travel and see as much as possible.

2006-09-09 13:40:28 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

2006-09-09 13:40:11 · 8 answers · asked by seeuback2 1 in Other - Society & Culture

does this mean you support the right of a pedophile to marry a 4 year old because he couldnt help but be born with it?

2006-09-09 13:39:20 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

I have the chance to live in a European country for a year. Its between Italy and England. I have been to Italy before and I absolutely loved it....its everything I have always dreamed of, so obviously it was the first place I thought of.

I have never been to England, however I have always been fascinated with it. I enjoy the history of it, and the culture and so on.

Do you see my dilemma? So, if language or money wasn't a problem which country would you choose and why? Please don't just say "England" or "Italy", because that doesn't help me much.

And if you need to know something else about me or my situation to help give advice and I'll answer. Thanks for your help!

2006-09-09 13:38:41 · 13 answers · asked by Led*Zep*Babe 5 in Other - Society & Culture

Do many sikh women actually follow the ritual of not shaving/cutting/waxing any body hair? Or is it just a few?

I'm not trying to be disrespectful or to make fun of the religion. I like sikhism and I'm just wondering since it would be hard for women nowadays to actually follow this?

2006-09-09 13:38:33 · 7 answers · asked by Doodles 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-09 13:38:03 · 13 answers · asked by bonjing2003 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-09 13:37:18 · 10 answers · asked by randy s 1 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2006-09-09 13:36:47 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

how old am I? I am in my second year of college, I have a 7 year old son, I had to watch mtv when mom wasnt around to catch me. I remember when bevis and butthead was actually funny. I graduated before y2k

2006-09-09 13:36:21 · 46 answers · asked by wantme_comegetme 5 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-09-09 13:35:42 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

I am slowly developing a closer relationship with Christ, and I am curious on your insight of the subject. I was going through some hard times with my alcholism about 2 weeks ago. When I hit rock bottom, I prayed to God. I had a very serious heart to heart. Not just "another" prayer. I prayed that He would take away the craving of alcohol that I have had for 5 years. Tears streamed down my face after the prayer. I felt "lifted" up. I felt like I could stand on my own 2 feet again without the help of a bottle. My demenor made a complete turn around. For the 1st time in ages I was at peace and it was the strangest thing for me to find that. I have always been a very analytical and logical person but that night, something happend to me that I cannot explain.

2006-09-09 13:34:51 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-09 13:32:30 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

according to Dan 8:14 the 2300 days(years) ended in 1844,since the starting date for this prophecy is 457 bc according to Ezra 7. so if the sanctuary is to be cleansed (day of atonement)at the end of the 2300 days that means Jesus has moved into the Most Holy Place of the Heavenly Sanctuary. Where he is now investigating the characters of his professed people,to see who is acceptable to be received into His Kingdom. Please read Lev 4 and Lev 16 to understand the sanctuary types.

2006-09-09 13:31:02 · 10 answers · asked by norm s 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I'd be happy to answer to the greatest of my ability, but I can only do so if you allow messages to be sent to you.
Peace and love be with ye.

2006-09-09 13:30:15 · 29 answers · asked by Tofu Jesus 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I was just sitting on my couch watching Barefoot Contessa. I was picking my nose in glee when I heard a sharp clang in the basement. I looked at my watch to see what time it was. My nostril was getting obstructed and sore from the constant friction. So I started to take gentle bites from my Big Mac. I rushed downstairs to see what the disturbing clang was. I was rushing so malevolently that I didn't see my gramps in deep slumber on the stairs... or so I thought. I kicked his left fleshy protuberance with protruding force as his rigormortis corpse hurled down the stairwell with off-the-charts G force. I then charged to the bathroom to find some bengay for my leg that cramped up a few days ago. I didn't find any.. but I did find my ol' Aunt Gertrude with her face stuck in the ventilator. She was gasping for oxygen. How should I help my Aunt? And what should I do about Grandpa Ernest? It's been 2 hours, and maggots are eating his eyesockets. It's pretty exiting. What exactly should I do?

2006-09-09 13:29:44 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality