Society & Culture - 21 August 2007

2007-08-21 03:19:12 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cultures & Groups

As a Christian I do believe in evagelising, but in the same token I believe there are ways to go about it and ways not to. For instance the people shouting in the street and ringing a bell telling people if they do not believe in Christ they're going to hell; That is a big NO NO. I know if I saw that I would be like if that's what religion does to you I want no part of it.

So a question to the 'non-believers' or probably the ones who think that they are living a reality and not a God fantasy. What way would you appreciate most for someone to you about their religion?

If the answer is none then there is no point posting it. Unless your'e just doing it for you 2 points

2007-08-21 03:17:08 · 27 answers · asked by JayJay 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Well, I'm a Muslim and as far as I thought I knew about Christianity; Catholics, Protestants, Jehovah Witnesses and others belonged to diferent sects of CHRISTIANITY!

So, basicly, all would call themselves Christians, u know!

But recently I have seen that the word 'Catholic' and 'Christian' used in the same sentence to reffer to different people almost all the time in R&S and other forums. Besides, what really puzzled me was that when I was reading this book on Islamic history by a westerner and I came to the topic of 'Crusades' - he seem to have divided the churches into two = 'CatholicChurch' and 'Christian Church'.

Now, I'm really confused. Is Catholicism a different religion altogether? but wait - My Roman Catholic freinds here call themselves Christians. MORE CONFUSION! Please help.

2007-08-21 03:16:33 · 19 answers · asked by Mr.POP 5 in Religion & Spirituality

it`s been real, it`s been good, but it hasn`t been real good :]

thanks !

oh and if you know italian, can you tell me how to say "how are you ?" LOL `ppreciate it :]

2007-08-21 03:16:30 · 7 answers · asked by Annie 3 in Languages

2007-08-21 03:16:22 · 13 answers · asked by Jeff 3 in Etiquette

Tarot cards don't come right out and tell you your predicted future, so how do you interpreit what cards, such as the High Pristess mean when you get them?

2007-08-21 03:15:06 · 30 answers · asked by Lunaloveydovey 2 in Religion & Spirituality

i here people say it alot around DC and im new over here.

2007-08-21 03:13:32 · 4 answers · asked by hawt_mama 1 in Languages

I announced my retirement from R+S on Friday, and my first full workday back our editing system crashed, leaving me with nothing to do for 8 hours. Was this God plan to make me return to Y!A?

2007-08-21 03:12:31 · 12 answers · asked by Southpaw 7 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-08-21 03:09:47 · 29 answers · asked by juhi s 1 in Religion & Spirituality

For instance, if you are gay, what characteristics do you have that are stereotypically "straight?" If you are straight, what characteristics do you have that are sterotypically "gay?"
If you are bi, you can answer for both "gay" and "straight" stereotypes.

As for me, I'm a straight woman but I love the Indigo Girls and other musicians that appeal to the "lesbian" population.

2007-08-21 03:07:06 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

I hear so much about 'liberals and hollywood's influence'.......I happen to be liberal but have no television by choice and do not attend movies unless they have a good message like 'Hotel Rwanda'......so how am I being influenced by Hollywood?
Me: Buddhist Yogini
Thoughts? I'm sorry but some really sound brainwashed by certain television and radio personalities.......I read, that's where my info comes from and I also have contact with people keeping an open heart........Namaste

2007-08-21 03:06:50 · 9 answers · asked by Yogini 6 in Religion & Spirituality

I'm sure there are many who wholeheartedly believe that they are conversing with the Almighty. I would have to assume, though, that there is a population which never had any personal or divine revelation but make claims of one to simply fit it. Your thoughts?

2007-08-21 03:06:32 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

So why is this a commonly held belief amongst Christians (I am one, BTW)?

2007-08-21 03:06:06 · 14 answers · asked by frenzy-CIB- Jim's with Jesus 4 in Religion & Spirituality

If you use biblical principles in your business, what are they and can you write them them with the reference.
I am trying to grow my business using God's principles so if you are successful in business as a christian, a pastor or someone who is passionate in helping christian newbies start businesses, I would appreciate your help.

2007-08-21 03:05:55 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

This chick told my boss that I was trying to get fired so that I could collect Umemployment...what should I say to her to confront her?

2007-08-21 03:05:25 · 8 answers · asked by Littlemiss Me 2 in Etiquette

2007-08-21 03:04:54 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Do you believe everything happens for a reason or is the timing correct for everything? Why or why not?

2007-08-21 03:04:47 · 6 answers · asked by g 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Do you realize that many Christians are disgusted with him, too, and should be? I am one of them. He is being used by Satan to drive people away from Christ! He has forgotten the old saying: "God hates the sin, but loves the sinner".

2007-08-21 03:04:24 · 12 answers · asked by Sharon 1 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

My wife has a very important job as assistant and accountant to the boss of a construction company and shows houses on occassion but that is not her job. She works out a way the people can get into the house. But she comes home from work and we sit down to eat and he calls to ask her about something on her cell phone. He is much older married 2 kids.
Devoted husband and father. I doubt there is anything sexual going on my wife is pure as the driven snow. She has very high moral standards. So it is not being jealous, I don't think?
But then they talk and it is my time, my space. Am I right to resent it? I told her turn the phone off when you get home?
She says I can't do that? why? Am i being unreasonable?

2007-08-21 03:04:07 · 25 answers · asked by Steven 6 in Etiquette

I'm looking for practising druids from the UK who would tell me here about the organizations they belong to. About their philosophy, goals, value system, origins, etc. I'm just curious. Mainly want to see the differences between the various organizations and have a general view of today's druidism. You can refer me to your official website but I want to read your own thoughts about the organization you belong to, as well. Thanks!

2007-08-21 03:03:37 · 4 answers · asked by Iseult 4 in Religion & Spirituality

What sorts of urban legends or consensus myths affect the way people operate, hindering them needlessly?

Like having no 13th floor in a building for example or disallowing the number 666 on credit cards.

2007-08-21 03:03:14 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mythology & Folklore

2007-08-21 03:02:05 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Even if a woman is dressed provacatively(let's say in a gym setting)he still comes across respectfully,doesn't look at her in a certain way or make lewd mannerisms towards her.Would this be considered weak?

2007-08-21 03:01:39 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

Why do some narrow minded bigots think EVERYONE in the country is a Christian?

2007-08-21 02:59:24 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

...tells about the story of Jesus as he was growing up.

Like when he was a kid and a teenager etc...

I would just like to know.

Or did the New Testament only start when Jesus started preaching?

2007-08-21 02:58:59 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Hello, I hope that you are all doing well today. I want to know what your opinion is about the discovery of Noah's Ark on Mount Ararat? Let me elaborate: in the 1950's a frenchman named Ferdinand Aranzo(?) and his son, climbed Mount Ararat in an expidition to find the Ark. At that time they found some wood, but not the entire Ark. Ferdinand had the wood tested to see how old it was. The wood was 5,000 years old, also it was a type of wood that had never before been in that region. Since then, there have been many expeditions by dozens of people on Mount Ararat. It is believed by many people, a lot of these being in the scientific community that the Ark is hidden in a volcanic peak bordering Iran and the Former Soviet Empire at Mt. Ararat. A chineseman and his crew believed that they walked into the Ark, when they made a tunnel and crawled through it on one of their expeditions. When they crawled inside, they came into a wooden room, with cages. So without going on and on,

2007-08-21 02:58:47 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I am amazed by all of the posts on this site that protray the Lord God as a punishing God. The talk of fire and brimstone just makes me giggle. I don't know about other Christians out there, but I serve a loving and mercifully God. A wonderful God, I know that I sin every day, every in slight thought that might not pure, every word that slips off my tongue that is foul, or every time I get angered in traffic, all sins. However I know that when I pray I ask for forgiveness, he forgives washes the slate clean and I try to do better tomorrow. That's the God I serve. Who is this God that some like to speak about on this website? I really can honestly say I don't this God. What are your thoughts?

2007-08-21 02:56:34 · 17 answers · asked by fire_side_2003 5 in Religion & Spirituality

My vote is irrelevant bible quotes.

2007-08-21 02:56:24 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-08-21 02:55:52 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

was arguing with a friend over whether or not 'The life of Brian' is blasphemous against Christianity, I pointed out the only times Jesus appeared in the film were in the manger and on the sermon on the mount, both in a good light.
So I was wondering if there was something I'm missing?

2007-08-21 02:54:24 · 10 answers · asked by Jon 4 in Religion & Spirituality