Society & Culture - 9 September 2007

just wondering, how many people present have been in a physical altercation with someone else over an argument about religion? what was the argument?

even if you have just seen a fight happen, do you know the details?

2007-09-09 16:21:07 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

This sounds like a psycho ex-girlfriend of mine.
Jesus tells us to love and forgive even our enemies but is going to burn us in hell forever if you are simply unsure if he was really the son of God? Kinda psycho dont ya think?
Hypocritical? Jesus not really practicing what he preached?

2007-09-09 16:19:22 · 27 answers · asked by Johnny W 2 in Religion & Spirituality

You may not like to admit it, but certain races of people have certain behaviors, and in our country majority rules. We develop our stereotypes by observing certain groups of people behaving in simular ways. It doesn't just form out of thin air. So why do people deny that certain races act certain ways? Obviously there are exceptional people that don't fit the stereotype, but many do.

2007-09-09 16:17:33 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cultures & Groups

I was getting into a truck at work, and this customer was standing right behind me and said "Damn girl, you're turning me on" which I thought was TOTALLY inappropriate and ridiculous. He did appologize, but I am still very uncomfortable being around him. Should I tell my boss? If I do, what could she possibly do about it?

2007-09-09 16:16:40 · 15 answers · asked by LeeAnn S 4 in Etiquette

No offence-- help me separate fact from fiction-- I've heard that your wedding receptions are fairly small, inexpensive affairs often snacks served in a church basement without alcohol-- is this true? In New England and here in the Mid Atlantic, even a small wedding reception is over $10,000 and is held in a hotel convention hall so as you can see it was hard for me to imagine what I heard.

2007-09-09 16:16:31 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

K well I might help for you guys to know I am 17 and that I've had these wierd feelings for three years.

2007-09-09 16:16:28 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

is it just me or do LDSs seem to be on LSD?

2007-09-09 16:15:17 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-09 16:14:52 · 13 answers · asked by Fisherofmen 4 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-09 16:14:23 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Someone told me that and I want to know if it's true!!!

Do they carry jumbo packs......?

2007-09-09 16:13:24 · 8 answers · asked by grapefruit 3 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-09 16:11:59 · 50 answers · asked by fresh2 4 in Other - Society & Culture

I repeatedly come across the argument that we shouldn't judge.
If we follow that strict reasoning, wouldn't that make being a judge in a court of law a sin
for a Christian? After all, a judge's job is to judge-isn't it?

2007-09-09 16:11:25 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

such as Latin Rite, Roman Rite(are Latin Rite and Roman Rite the same thing?)

There are also different rites in the eastern catholic churches, Why? Are they still Catholic like Roman Rite?
I am pretty sure they are all under Papal Authority, I think

2007-09-09 16:09:44 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I was baptized and view myself as a victim. My parents forced me to go to sunday school to talk about the bible, of which I now believe to be a well written book of philosophy, rather than actual truth.

My civil rights were violated against and for years I was forced to believe in something that I didn't believe in.

This leads to the question. Is it right for an individual to be forced by their parents to believe in something during adolescense?

Why not wait until they grow up and are able to decide for themselves?

Doesn't this violate a individuals right to freedom of religion?

Do they have baptismals for the same reasons cigarette corporations put advertisements at eye level for children?

Do they do this to get them "hooked" on religion?

2007-09-09 16:09:28 · 45 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

"And having said this, Jesus smote his face with both his hands, and then smote the ground with his head. And having raised his head, he said: "Cursed be every one who shall insert into my sayings that I am the son of God" (53:6) (Barnabas Gospel)

is that why the authority rejected some Gospels and takes the Gospel that fit with their desire believes. truly those who are in the authority's of Christianity has mislead many. who said that John words or Paul's words are the words of God? WHY are humans words are added into the Bible?. Christians there is a truth came to you from your lord (Islam) to clear what you have misunderstood. God will not leave his believers without a clear guidance, then why don't you believe. peace to you

[102] Say Ruh-ul-Qudus (spirit of ul-Qudus) has brought it (the Qur'ân) down from your Lord with truth, that it may make firm and strengthen (the Faith of) those who believe, and as a guidance and glad tidings to those who have submitted.
Quran Ch16:102

2007-09-09 16:08:15 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

now trolls on the other hand,I understand why they hide their
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2007-09-09 16:08:06 · 13 answers · asked by hmm 6 in Religion & Spirituality

I'm LDS, and I don't really make a big deal about it to people because I know a lot of people are hostile and not open to hearing it. So I got a new job a couple of months ago on the recommendation of an acquantance who didn't know I was LDS. I'm a hard worker and am doing a good job.

Anyway, my religion came up last night on a business trip. We talked about who we're supporting for President and I told him I was for Mitt Romney. He told me that Mitt "hates Jesus" and is a blasphemer who's going to hell. I didn't want to get into an argument but I did say that I didn't agree and that I think members of the Church love Jesus Christ.

He asked me if I was Mormon, and started asking me about it. I ended up sharing my testimony with him and telling him a little about Mormonism. To make a long story short he was very rude to me and told me I'm going to hell unless I repent and join a "Bible-believing" church. How will I face this guy every day?

2007-09-09 16:05:57 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

itseems like im always worried about something!!!!!! right now im worried about 2 things! both have to do with my friends! please pray for me! pray that the stuff im worried about will soon go away!!thx-god bless%)%

2007-09-09 16:05:31 · 12 answers · asked by iluvmoi100 2 in Religion & Spirituality

What if you are snooping and find a note saying the person wants to die. This is serious. A suicide note. You cant just walk up to them and say "Hey guess what I found when I was snooping!" so how do you tell them you know and you are concerned!

Additional Details

12 minutes ago
I am a child and I cant tell my parents, it is my parents! =[

2 minutes ago
My parents already have problems, which made my whole family sad. I don't wanna tell anyone...im scared =[

2007-09-09 16:05:15 · 8 answers · asked by Lisa R 1 in Etiquette

I'm learning French

2007-09-09 16:04:52 · 4 answers · asked by Ashley 2 in Languages

Christians only, please.

Hi. I'm a pagan. Or, more specifically, an Asatruar. That means I worship the Norse gods and goddesses.

My question: What, in your opinion, am I worshipping?

a. The devil.

b. Regular people aren't important enough to merit the devil's attention. Random demons.

c. Your imagination.

d. Other gods, who are not the One True God.

e. Other gods, who are equally as valid as the Judeo-Christian god.

f. Aliens.

g. Other. (Specify.)

Thanks for your time.

2007-09-09 16:04:38 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

ive had nothing but bad experiences with women......

maby i should just forget about being with anybody

2007-09-09 16:02:28 · 24 answers · asked by That Guy 4 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

2007-09-09 16:02:08 · 19 answers · asked by Yoyo L 1 in Religion & Spirituality

And, how has it had a positive effect on the church/group/community in which you serve?

2007-09-09 16:01:37 · 3 answers · asked by Jed 7 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-09 16:01:14 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I have asked recently about different Christian beliefs, and the definition of a cult. As one answered, "If a church has different practices then the one you attend, then they are not following what you believe the Bible to say. This would make them a cult."

Look at the differences churches.
1. Some have no music, some have more, and some have all types of musical instruments.
2. Some meet on Saturday, others meet on Sunday.
3. Some believe having a beer is OK, others say not to.
4. Some believe in baptism, others don't. And those that do, can't agree on the age or the method.

So, why is everyone worried about who is/isn't a cult? Can't we accept others? Did not Christ preach love?

For the record, I believe if a church is assisting with a person on building and maintaining a growing relationship with Christ, then that church is doing something positive. God, our Heavenly Father, will make amends on infractions if the person is humble and has a contrite spirit.

2007-09-09 16:00:16 · 13 answers · asked by jack-copeland@sbcglobal.net 4 in Religion & Spirituality

It doesn't. A few misunderstood passages include:

1) God told Abraham to offer his son as a sacrifice. However God stopped him before he could do any harm. The point - Abraham's son was very important to him, but he put God first even above his son.

2) A man whose name escapes me asked God for victory in battle and promised to "sacrifice" whatever or whoever he saw first upon arriving home. God gave him his victory, and when he came home the first thing he saw was his daughter. The sacrifice WAS NOT the daughter's life. It was her virginity. She was to remain a virgin all her days and she agreed. (Remember, this is during a time when women were often pressured into marriages to strange men at a young age. She was probably very happy with the way things turned out.)

3) Jesus offered himself up as a living sacrifice for our sin. He was not merely human but was God in the flesh, and after three days he rose again. That's nowhere near the same thing as human sacrifice.

Any questions?

2007-09-09 15:58:16 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Either way, would it still make him omnipresent?

2007-09-09 15:55:55 · 16 answers · asked by 8theist 6 in Religion & Spirituality

Is that just the "Christian" thing to do? Not real impressive. There are some real Christians around and I feel sorry for them; for being associated with such lying, bigoted hypocrites.

2007-09-09 15:55:27 · 23 answers · asked by Enigma®Ragnarökin' 7 in Religion & Spirituality

THis symbol was drawn in easily removed chalk in front of my friend's driveway. (her house is gated) I am a builder and have verified it is NOT any kind of utility marking. My friend is worried, so I am trying to determine what it might be. Can anyone tell me? THe future date on it concerns her. Thanks

http://www.hyperion1.com/img/Chalk.jpg

2007-09-09 15:55:17 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture