Society & Culture - 17 June 2007

I've never understood why Christians use the Bible as a point for argument, particularly when the one they are arguing with does not accept the Bible as valid. I have seen so many postings by Christians that quote amply from scripture, as though this is supposed to cause a light to go on in the heart of an Atheist. I think that they expect an Atheist to accept as a basis for logical argument their own stance, which is belief because "the Bible says so." I have, in fact, seen many Christians use those very words, that they believe a certain thing(particularly when it comes to homosexuality and bisexuality) simply because "the Bible says so." Christians, please realize something: we Atheists don't believe the Bible, so when you quote--none too eloquently--from it, it means nothing to us. Yet this same tactic is used over & over again. Jack finds it quite trying to his nerves.

Can anyone explain(without quoting from the Bible) why Christians constantly do this?

2007-06-17 19:42:26 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I see so many of you asking and say one thing about one church or another. As for myself - I have attended Jewish Temples in Los Angeles and over in Isreal when I was a Yonger Jewish Girl. When I became a Christian - I went to Baptist (Spirit Filled), Penocostal, Charismatic and now I attend a Church that calls itself - Showers of Blessings - and, it is! When I look for a Church - I look for a Pastor/Teacher that teaches as close as He is able to the Word of God - and, I DO Prefer KJV! I find 'That' version to be the close to all that I have found and studied in the Holy Land.

Be At Peace. Accept God's Grace.

Take Care and God Bless!

2007-06-17 19:41:28 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

The mistake made by christians when debating evolution vs. creationism is that they assume that scientists have not sincerely and earnestly considered any evidence showing that evolution might be a weak theory and that creation is more plausible.

99% of scientists feel that evolution is true and they HAVE taken in consideration the claims of creationists.

these people are scientist for a living, for christ's sake.
This is what they do.
this is their trade.
how can you feel that you have seen all the evidence you need to see that evolution is junk science, while these people have devoted their entire lives to studying these things and will testify that it is perverse to say that evolution simply does not exist?
could it be that you don't really know that much about the complex of subjects of microbiology and macrobiology and you are basically just taking the word of other people who are affirming what you want to hear?

2007-06-17 19:37:11 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

ok sometimes i doubt if god is real because i mean who created god and who created who created who created god since he gave everything life and meaning because you cant just pop up out of nowhere because there would be no such thing as nowhere im very confused

2007-06-17 19:36:54 · 12 answers · asked by cmpk26 1 in Religion & Spirituality

ive searched all over the web...

2007-06-17 19:36:48 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Languages

I heard that practicing polygamy is one of them. But what besides?

2007-06-17 19:34:59 · 9 answers · asked by wodkx2000 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-17 19:34:00 · 10 answers · asked by KrishanRam(Jitendra k) 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-17 19:33:02 · 2 answers · asked by Dhruva 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Ok, so you die and go to heaven. Then let's say that when you get there, everybody is there. Buddist, Muslims, Taoist, Tribal Primitive Religious people, Hindus, and Atheist. God is there, welcoming you in. Now, everybody is there, are you happy everybody is there? Do you care that it didn't matter or are you happy for everybody?

I know, you don't believe the other people are going to make it, but that's not my question, answer my question. Thanks.

2007-06-17 19:32:15 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-17 19:29:10 · 15 answers · asked by Neil N 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I'm a Christian with a rooted faith, so I can't be swayed. But I would like to hear from all those who absolutely deny God's existance and why. Here's your chance to really voice your opinions and beliefs!

2007-06-17 19:27:14 · 39 answers · asked by bubbleheadyeoman 2 in Religion & Spirituality

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AozKRsIzACu_Ti2v8S2ZlULd7BR.?qid=20070617225632AAabElK

Are this a joke? I have never seen anything like it in my entire life? I am shocked.

2007-06-17 19:26:00 · 14 answers · asked by Mr Reason 1 in Religion & Spirituality

whats the name of the kind of bread there? paris or france or something has like a name for bread that i'm looking for...

2007-06-17 19:24:56 · 6 answers · asked by Georami 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Even though I'm gay, I still have a close relationship with god. I mean why does people keep telling me that I cant be a christain and be gay also? People make me feel like a lump of nothing mistaken waste of matter on this planet. I just dont see how I can stop having feelings for guys, the feelings are too trong. One time I even tried taking so medication that will mess up my brain hoping it will knock it towards liking girls, but that didnt help. Every night I pray to god, I even talk to god during the day, but people act like I deserve to die.

2007-06-17 19:23:40 · 35 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

I saw this show that took three unrelated people from different parts of the world and did a mitochondrial DNA test on them and came up with one common ancestress. Do you think this is confirmation that all nations came from one couple.....Adam and Eve? What say you? Hope my spelling is right!

2007-06-17 19:22:51 · 13 answers · asked by Marie 7 in Religion & Spirituality

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he has been suffering far too much and his illness if rare,polyps grow inside of his intestines and because of that they need to take out all of his intestines, we dont have the technology for other options in the philippines and even if we do it would cost millions, i dont know how would i help my cousin he is only 24 and has been deprived of a normal life because of this, his self esteem is so low, and pain killers could no longer ease the pain, he is a pastor and i believe he could do a lot to help people if only someone would help him too, i would like him to be sent to america or another country which has the ability to cure his illness. do you know of any charity or christian group or non government instition that is willing to help

2007-06-17 19:22:36 · 4 answers · asked by haringmarumo 6 in Community Service

2007-06-17 19:22:01 · 9 answers · asked by healing wings 5 in Religion & Spirituality

Questions?

2007-06-17 19:20:47 · 6 answers · asked by magpiesmn 6 in Other - Society & Culture

I know it is a weird hypothetical question.

2007-06-17 19:20:23 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I was reading in Isaiah an I came across a verse that said i am the lord your god i create all things good an evil....I lost my place in the book an i cant find it..can anyone tell me where it was an what does it mean?..does god create evil to make good happen or is he playing both god a satan?..ima a newbe to the bible so gimmie me a break

2007-06-17 19:20:17 · 4 answers · asked by NecroDjinn Exmortus 3 in Religion & Spirituality

I understand that the descendants of shem are arabs and the descendants of ham are blacks and descendants of japeth are whites. I may be wrong on all of these if iam please correct me but where do the asians and hispanics fit in?

2007-06-17 19:19:56 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-17 19:18:42 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-17 19:15:29 · 33 answers · asked by NecroDjinn Exmortus 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Mine is by the ocean, I feel more clear headed & content when I'm there. :)

2007-06-17 19:15:01 · 11 answers · asked by Ivyvine 6 in Religion & Spirituality

I want to astral project, for personal reasons, if anyone can help me email me at doc0166@yahoo.com

2007-06-17 19:14:52 · 13 answers · asked by doc0166 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-17 19:13:03 · 14 answers · asked by NHBaritone 7 in Religion & Spirituality

The Bible ( which is writen by men) say God created everything. But often when I am listening people speak they say that God did not creat other religions. That there is only one religion, and it is which ever one they believe. Isn't that a contradiction?

How about there is one religion. And it is bigger than any of us can ever precieve, and all our religions are the arms, legs, feet, heart of its whole.

Any other ideas? Or definate reasoning to explain why other religions are not part of Everything?

2007-06-17 19:11:50 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-17 19:09:32 · 15 answers · asked by DREAMER 3 in Religion & Spirituality

My mother is an athiest. She brought me up to think for myself about religion, philosophy and the cosmos. I feel lucky to have been raised in such an open-minded environment. Although I started out "denying the existence of God" as a child, my willingness and openness to seek answers from everywhere and anywhere has led me to become the person I call myself today: A free thinker. I understand the purpose of God. I understand why people feel it is important to bring God into their lives, and share their experience with others. But I often wonder how much of what they believe is truly THEIR belief, or more the influence of others while they were young and impressionable.

If you were raised in a religious environment, do you believe you had a choice in what you believed? Do you feel you were at all "coerced" by parents, friends, mentors or siblings? Did you ever seek answers from unbiased sources?

2007-06-17 19:08:33 · 39 answers · asked by zadok_allen 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-06-17 19:08:24 · 10 answers · asked by Bea 1 in Religion & Spirituality