Anytime you ask a question like, "Why would a perfect God create an imperfect world," you only get people quoting Bible verses at you that say "God is soooo great" as if that explains anything. My family are Christians and while I'm not terribly religious, I'd love to try and understand better--but I can't accept that God would give me intellect and then ask me not to apply it at all when it came to my faith. Blind acceptance is not my thing. There are lots of very intellectual texts on Judaism and I'm wondering if Christianity has anything like that. I don't accept that I am sinful by nature, because God created me and why would he do that? Everyone says, he gave you free will and like a father just wants you to make the right choices, but God is divine, not a human Dad who has no power over his "creations." It would really help my relationship with my family to read something on the nature of God that is more philosophical than dogmatic.
2007-06-06 08:16:10 · 16 answers · asked by Anise 3 in Religion & Spirituality
A. That person is a loving, compassionate servant of Christ living by the golden rule, not sitting in judgment of others, turning the other cheek, and helping the poor.
or
B. That person hates the same people I hate.
2007-06-06 08:16:08 · 20 answers · asked by jehen 7 in Religion & Spirituality
2007-06-06 08:15:42 · 15 answers · asked by sparkles9 6 in Religion & Spirituality
A defining feature of this group is that its members have less control or power over their lives than do members of dominant groups.
2007-06-06 08:15:40 · 2 answers · asked by Chin29 1 in Other - Cultures & Groups
I was just thinking about this phenomenon when looking through some of my favorite quotes. Obviously, this runs off the belief that hell exists; one I don't have. But it is fun to muse about.
Which could be considered better?
Many people have mentioned they believe Hell will have a much better culture, a personal belief of my own. Think about it. Only saints and uber-christians go to heaven. I know all my personal philosophy buddies will be down in hell with me to chat about it.
Also, who wants to be told what to do their whole lives? Well...most theists, actually, considering the basis of your religions, but regardless.
2007-06-06 08:15:18 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
2007-06-06 08:14:02 · 2 answers · asked by Hot Coco Puff 7 in Mythology & Folklore
Hello, my name is Phil
Some of you may have heard about the growing Muslim population in the United Kingdom.
Great Britain is a great place. It was the center of the world for almost 200 years, is known for having built the largest Empire mankind has ever seen, and having a rich, unique culture at the same time.
However, all of that is changing. Recently, with the massive boom in Islamic immigrants to the UK, Muslim populations have begun to attack old paintings.
Not physically, of course, but they claim to be "offended" by paintings from around the 17th and 18th century.
Why? Why are these paintings being locked away? Because the women aren't wearing Burkas in the paintings. The Muslim religion says that women must never show lots of skin, and must always have their face covered.
They're trying to do away with old paintings that "offend" Muslims; but forcing women to wear Burkas is offensive to all the other cultures, no?
Your opinions?
Don't cave in!
Phil
2007-06-06 08:13:03 · 28 answers · asked by CanadianFundamentalist 6 in Religion & Spirituality
why can't I say " Te amo mas que palabras pueden decir"??? Why do I need ..mas de lo que las palabras...?
Con esos cosas tengo la mas problemas.
Gracias y besos♥
2007-06-06 08:12:21 · 3 answers · asked by *♥Tarita♥* 3 in Languages
Every day I drive to work, someone is just doing the speed limit (or below) and cruising along in the passing lane. If there is nobody in the travling lane, I will pass them there. But sometimes I'm stuck, like it's a road block!
2007-06-06 08:12:16 · 9 answers · asked by bluedevil1642 7 in Etiquette
How do I say "Im a real man" in Urdu?
2007-06-06 08:10:23 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Languages
Look up these verses:
- Exodus 35.2 - God demands that we kill everyone who works on Sabbath day.
- Deuteromy 21:18-21 - God demands that we kill disobedient teenagers.
- Leviticus 20:13 - God demands the death of homosexuals.
- Deuteronomy 22:13-21 - God demands that we kill girls who are not virgins when they marry
Christians, I would appreciate it if you actually answered the question, instead of saying things like "I'll pray for you" or telling me not to question god.
2007-06-06 08:10:19 · 21 answers · asked by Ginger Ninja 4 in Religion & Spirituality
Or is it that you pray to Jehovah (God) through Jesus Christ's name? I'm just curious to see which one you guys pray to as there are some who pray to Jesus and some who pray to Jehovah God and some who pray to God through Jesus's name. So which is the correct way of praying if you don't mind me asking you?
2007-06-06 08:10:08 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
2007-06-06 08:09:49 · 11 answers · asked by Gypsy Gal 6 in Religion & Spirituality
The Prophet Muhammad said,"No babe is born but upon Fitra (as a Muslim). It is his parents who make him a Jew or a Christian or a Polytheist." (Sahih Muslim, Book 033, Number 6426)
You were all born believing in the One Supreme God, creator of the heavens and earth. Yes, even you atheists!
2007-06-06 08:09:38 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
2007-06-06 08:09:20 · 15 answers · asked by aarvi 1 in Mythology & Folklore
If you were to find that you are 'The One'...
How would you handle it?
2007-06-06 08:09:18 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
2007-06-06 08:08:27 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
we are moving into a our home from the apartment building. Our landlord are really people and have supported us during our stay. They are my parent's age and are really concerned and helpful. I want to write them a real nice thank you note. What shall I write?
2007-06-06 08:08:08 · 4 answers · asked by ban 1 in Community Service
happy birthday, we love you, i love you, hello, goodbye.. simple stuff.
2007-06-06 08:07:09 · 8 answers · asked by cakilguldal 3 in Languages
i don't personally have anything against prayer, i think that it can be very therapeutic to sit there and tell god how you feel about things and just kinda seek his spiritual guideance.
but what i have a problem is when people talk about asking god for specific things in prayer.
Many talk about the "power of prayer"
How many times have a christian told another, "well, have you prayed and prayed about it"?
my point is that god knows what you want and he definetly knows what you need, so why do some christians insist that god will do certain specific things if we constantly, habitually pray about many, many times?
2007-06-06 08:06:54 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
A covenant is a/an:
A- treaty
B-recommendation
C-official request
D-violation
2007-06-06 08:06:51 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mythology & Folklore
when Prince William or Prince Harry gets married, will the bride be required to sign a pre-nuptial agreement
2007-06-06 08:06:44 · 9 answers · asked by HJ Bear 3 in Royalty
in my book club...they have this special right now that is like buy 4 and get two. What a horrible deal. Why would I buy four at a time? lol. Well...I suppose if I had more money, it would be OK.
But what's the last item you got for free? Through promotion or whatever.
I think I got conditioner free when I bought dove shampoo.
2007-06-06 08:06:20 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
2007-06-06 08:06:08 · 6 answers · asked by CHEESUS GROYST 5 in Religion & Spirituality
Both parties in conflict agree to have a third person listen to their dispute and make a decision for them.
A-ARBITRATION
b-negotiation .
C-MEDIATION
2007-06-06 08:05:40 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mythology & Folklore
i realized that born again Chritians were usuallu on the wrong path [jail and drugs and so on] and then decded to find God. dont get me wrong i'm not saying all of them but most of them. for example this guy was trying to convert me and he kept on preaching and i asked him "look i'm not trying to disrespect you in anyway but i have a question, were you in jail, or were an alcoholic or did drugs?", he responded yes to all 3! like most of them had had some "demons " in their past and suddenly want God? like they found God in jail??? did you guys notice that?? or am i the only one?? reminder this is not meant to insult you in anyway.
2007-06-06 08:05:25 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
2007-06-06 08:04:24 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
The United States is guilty of torture because
A-it exports products used in torture
b-it holds public executions
C-none of the above
or a&b
2007-06-06 08:03:45 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mythology & Folklore
Desperate to see what it is
2007-06-06 08:03:44 · 2 answers · asked by haysi0 2 in Languages
I'm about to fix a grilled cheese sandwich and then go water the grass....but a bowl of spaghetti would be more preferable.
2007-06-06 08:03:32 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality
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