Society & Culture - 3 July 2007

(on yahoo Q & A...)

and as part B of this question, would this have anything to do with the fact that Satan is making desperate (although lame) attempts to dis-credit it?

opinions please...


"God is Soveriegn!"

2007-07-03 03:56:50 · 25 answers · asked by redglory 5 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-03 03:55:43 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Why not give someone a compliment today?

Can be small such as 'nice job' or grand... Whatever. But why not make someone's day by giving a compliment?

2007-07-03 03:55:09 · 15 answers · asked by Emperor Insania Says Bye! 5 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-03 03:54:56 · 23 answers · asked by Jerusalem Delivered 3 in Other - Society & Culture

2007-07-03 03:53:44 · 3 answers · asked by Mika-Anne 1 in Other - Society & Culture

I'm directing this mainly at Christians because my question assumes a belief in God, but non-Christians are welcome to answer if you feel you have something to contribute.

My question is: what do you think about open theism? I'm a fan of it although I'm still developing exactly where I stand on a lot of the issues. Do you think it compromises the soverignty of God? If you disagree with it, why? What Biblical concept does it contradict, if any?

A lot of what we believe isn't actually in the Bible, it's a product of hundreds of years of theology building on itself, and I think that's where we get into a lot of troube with questions from non-believers. I see open theology as a return to what the Bible actually says...do you disagree?

Oh, and if you don't know what open theism is, here's a bit of education:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_Theism for a basic overview
http://www.opentheism.info/pages/information/ if you're more interested in reading about it in depth

2007-07-03 03:53:29 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I've noticed that I know a lot more about the bible, how the canon was developed, the historic biblical era, and the development of the christian church since I walked into the light of atheism.

So far, I've noticed that in the various "you're going to burn in hell" emails that I receive from time to time that when I press some of these christians, they know very little about the bible and how it developed into scripture.

Some simple questions like why does John (the last gospel written) change the date of the crucifixion from the synoptic gospels. I think that if more people reviewed the history of christianity that we would have more atheists.

Your thoughts?

2007-07-03 03:53:23 · 19 answers · asked by JerseyRick 6 in Religion & Spirituality

this is for my socialogy class

2007-07-03 03:52:16 · 4 answers · asked by Mika-Anne 1 in Other - Society & Culture

2007-07-03 03:51:28 · 19 answers · asked by jokey_joko 1 in Religion & Spirituality

Im sorry if i spelled that wrong for one
and for number two
ESPECIALLY IF THEY ARE DIEING!!!!!!!!!
it confuses me
♥
*Libbie*

2007-07-03 03:50:41 · 5 answers · asked by luvlygurl4god13 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-03 03:49:55 · 16 answers · asked by Quantrill 7 in Religion & Spirituality

Banish one of these, either the son of God (Jesus) or our sun in the sky to oblivion for all time and forever, never to be heard, seen or thought of ever again. Personally for me, the sun would be preserved and the other would occupy oblivion forever. Please give the why of your choice if you can.

Human life and life in general are more valuable to me
than any God, no matter what name we give it.

2007-07-03 03:49:27 · 12 answers · asked by zurioluchi 7 in Religion & Spirituality

I have been previously married and divorced, then I re-married a Catholic man (I am not Catholic). I did not get an annullment from the Catholic church prior to marrying my second husband, so I assume the Catholic church does not recognize our marriage, and therefore considers our child illegitimate??

2007-07-03 03:48:58 · 22 answers · asked by julesl68 5 in Religion & Spirituality

I mean both parties get what they want but my co-workers think it is disgraceful and sick. I think it just the way God made us. I have never gotten a disease or gotten one pregnant. It has always been a positive experience for everyone involved. Why would they feel so strongly against it?

2007-07-03 03:48:31 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

James 2:14-26

14What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? 15Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. 16If one of you says to him, "Go, I wish you well; keep warm and well fed," but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it? 17In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.
18But someone will say, "You have faith; I have deeds."
Show me your faith without deeds, and I will show you my faith by what I do.


The above scripture shows James comparing his faith with that of other Christians. James claims that if other Christians want to prove to him (James) that they have faith, they must show good works.

But who cares whether James believes in one's faith or not? James is not our judge. God is, and God looks into the heart to find faith, not at good works.

God doesn't really care what we do, he'll forgive every sin as long as the sinner has faith.

2007-07-03 03:48:07 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I've been on for 20 minutes, and seen no fewer than 3 questions trying to rationalize away atheism. What gives?

2007-07-03 03:47:45 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Hi,

I'm an ex smoker myself and god I am happy for that! Not only because I feel healthier, but also because I don't have to undergo the public bullying that is going on right now.

Non smokers: you now have what you wanted: smoke free pubs and restaurants... Why keep bullying and patronizing those who smoke? The only thing you will achieve is that smokers will light another one.

My question is not about whether the smoking ban is right or wrong, neither about whether smoking is bad for you - we all know this.

My question is about bullying. Is it just human nature to bully those who are considered outcast (and now with the help of the government) or is it really justified to say such nasty things to smokers?
Please be honest.

2007-07-03 03:44:34 · 13 answers · asked by DesmoDutchy 3 in Other - Society & Culture

he gives elabrote reasonings to questions asked to him, And then he is always wrong..how do i avoid having to deal with him he's suck a loser!

2007-07-03 03:44:13 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

God supposedly knows all things past, present and future; therefore, he willingly and knowingly creates a soul that will end up in Hell.

Forget freewill. You can choose to do good or evil, but if God knows all things, then he already knows that you will choose evil before you have even chosen it.

2007-07-03 03:44:11 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

The word just appeared in my head while praying to the Holy Spirit. I've never heard the word before tonight.

2007-07-03 03:43:53 · 8 answers · asked by okielvis 1 in Religion & Spirituality

or an open minded believer, would you be considered agnostic?

Or at least partially agnostic?

2007-07-03 03:43:34 · 27 answers · asked by Antares 6 in Religion & Spirituality

If piss is yellow, then life must be grey
How come they smile when we throw it away
And if it is a colour than it must be sin
And you want to apologise but keep it in
Why worship a god when a mother is a saint
Why worship stone
They give life and take it back
Spit you out but understand

And when their arms are dead how do they sigh
As gentle as the winter that fades by
And some kind of angel appears in her eyes
Or is it just the devil screaming inside
Why give into useless devotion
Truth and beauty, love and hate, mother and god
They give life and take it back
Spit you out but understand
Stay silent when you want to shout
Give, give when we piss it away

-"Are Mothers Saints" - Manic Street Preachers

2007-07-03 03:42:59 · 6 answers · asked by zeppelin_roses 4 in Religion & Spirituality

im looking for a nickname for a game with friends. some friends already chose silly things

i want mine to be funny.. hint towards homo's, but not be vulgar or obcene. anyone have any ideas?

my mind has gone blank :/

2007-07-03 03:42:37 · 12 answers · asked by mrzwink 7 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2007-07-03 03:42:18 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-03 03:42:10 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Languages

My question would be, why do humans hate each other so much.?

2007-07-03 03:41:03 · 29 answers · asked by The exclamation mark 6 in Religion & Spirituality

My friend and I like going out shopping, out to eat, and to the malls every now and then. But most of the time I've been treating her, rather than her treating me every now and then. I don't want to sound selfish at all, but I have a limited budget and half of the time I can't afford to go out, and she knows this. Keep in mind, she is handicapped and she hardly goes out much. But I start to feel bad for her that we can't go out and do things. My question is, when it comes to friendships. should a friend split the bill every now and then? Or should I find other places to go that doesn't involve much money? I don't want this to ruin our friendship. Your input is welcomed. Thank you!

2007-07-03 03:40:56 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cultures & Groups

2007-07-03 03:40:55 · 9 answers · asked by Jane 4 in Languages

Help...my friend just called and told me that she lost a co-worker. She's obviously very upset and was trying to think of what to do for the family, who are Jehovah's Witnesses. Sad to say, neither of us knows much about the religion, so we are not sure if there are any rituals (or taboos) she should know of. (We are both Protestants.) The last thing she wants to do is be inappropriate or insulting.

Aside from visiting the family (or calling to check in on them), what should she do, i.e, food, flowers, relgious card, etc. Aside from the usual, is there anything in particular she should know about ettiquette at the funeral?

2007-07-03 03:40:32 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-07-03 03:40:30 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality