Society & Culture - 9 September 2007

Who were the branches broken off because of unbelief and why? Who are the grafted branches and what are thier responsibilities?

2007-09-09 17:30:55 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-09 17:30:47 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

How were you created? Where does the earth come from, if you believe their is no God?

2007-09-09 17:29:39 · 38 answers · asked by stepphie aka Jesus Girl 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I've seen and heard it both ways. I always thought it was catty, but now I don't know.

2007-09-09 17:29:12 · 12 answers · asked by Jaime S 1 in Other - Society & Culture

Is the concept of immortality, reincarnation, or brain transplant or soul transfer true?

2007-09-09 17:27:25 · 4 answers · asked by M m 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-09 17:26:03 · 16 answers · asked by J T 6 in Religion & Spirituality

Why do so many people judge athiests and agnostics as being ignorant for NOT believing in God or being unsure of his existence

and why do so many people judge christians as ignorant FOR believing in God

I know many athiests and agnostics who base there opinions on research, evidence and understanding and I know many christians who do the same.

So are'nt the real ignorant ones the ones who make the statements that all athiests, agnostics or christians are ignorant?

2007-09-09 17:25:56 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I was (sort of) raised Jewish. I was always allowed to attend churches with my friends but had very little in the way of formal religious education. I thought I would raise my children as Christians as I agreed to with my husband but he doesn't attend church and I can not seem to find a congregation where I feel comfortable or accepted. All of the good folks there seem so SURE of their beliefs that my questioning is not well recieved. I want to give my children a faith, but how do I give what I do not possess?

2007-09-09 17:23:55 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

i think im bi, but im in denial with myself becuase of the way society is and poeple thinking its unatural. so i cant just say it straight out. n how do i get comfortable with myself?

and once i do how do i tell my parents.?

2007-09-09 17:20:18 · 10 answers · asked by anon.wondergirlx3 2 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

I really need an answer to this! If god Knows everything, and is all powerful, and is infinite, the he could have been able to create humanity any way he wanted to, knowing before hand how each and every one of our lives would have played out. In this scenario, how can hell exist? I mean, if God is infinite, He Created man knowing he would partake of the fruit of the tree of knowledge and fall from eden, yet he could have prevented it, and subsequently prevented all people who are going to hell from going to hell. So is God evil, or is there a hell? I don't know if i can go on being Christian if there isn't an answer. :(

2007-09-09 17:19:50 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

unbelievers here seem to think Christians are sheep with ignorant or uneducated opinions and ideas. yet you see certain Atheist and Agnostic individuals come here everyday to ask Christians their thoughts and ideas on pretty much EVERYTHING. why do you value the opinion of a sheep like me atheists? or do you simply find comfort in being around people who know the meaning to life when you're confused about it and ignore God's existance? HELP ME UNDERSTAND!!!!!! THX :)

2007-09-09 17:17:29 · 20 answers · asked by Nicole 4 in Religion & Spirituality

okay so my boyfriend likes me to talk dirty to him in another language any language any one got any good phrases or sayings in any other language i don't necessarily have to say it just write it even and know what i am saying! short and sweet is best as the only other language I somewhat speak is italian and that needs help.

2007-09-09 17:17:14 · 6 answers · asked by missinmysailor 2 in Languages

Religion refers to ones primary world view and how it dictates ones thoughts and actions,a set of common beliefs and practices held by a group of people.Religion is a culture,ideas,values,or experiences,Religion doesnt refer to belief in "God" Now reason for this is so many people here are so wrapped up in what religion is the true one,when religion doesnt matter,there is so many religions,But there is only one God.It is a personal relationship that you have with God that matters.Denomination doesnt matter,there will be all denominations in heaven.Its weather you believe in God and except Him as your personal saviour that matters.satan has everyone bashing each other over religion,to confuse you.God is not the author of confussion.So quit looking for the right religion and look for God He is the only one that matters.By the way Im not looking for an argument I just see a lot of confused people on here about religion.God Bless you all!

2007-09-09 17:16:32 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I have always loved the peacful lifestyles of the buddist. I find that Im constantly stressed and searching for happiness. My family relgion dosent seem to help me find peace! Buddhism is the only answer I can find. What should I do and Is there a book to get me started?

2007-09-09 17:15:56 · 8 answers · asked by missflexgr 1 in Religion & Spirituality

And then go on to say that WE'RE ignorant!

2007-09-09 17:14:59 · 3 answers · asked by Dram Synfuel 3 in Religion & Spirituality

I have heard that christians hate wolves, the actual animal...how true is this?

2007-09-09 17:13:33 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

We are at a loss for words sometimes!

Americans call cottenwool (the white soft stuff you use to clean your face etc) COTTON

Cotton, in SA,UK & Oz, is what you use to sew up garments with. In America, you call it THREAD.

In South Africa we call Comforters,- Duvets, in OZ they are DOONAS. I now realise that comforters are the same as Duvets in the USA.

Jelly in SA,UK and OZ is the stuff you make your kids, to eat with ice cream. In the USA, you call it jello.

You also use the word jello.We call it JAM, made from fruit to spread it on your toast

Biscuits to us are sweet round things, that you bake, with bits of chocolate, raisins etc.,

Biscuits that are not sweet are 'savoury biscuits'. But you have different biscuits. They are not sweet (USA)

Lollies, cookies are SWEETS, kids like to eat

goldwing wears t-shirts and nylons. We call nylons things women put on their legs, eg: pantihose except, separate. My mind boggles.

At a loss 4 words!

At a los

2007-09-09 17:12:23 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Senior Citizens

How many of you noticed this? Now that the theists can't convert us with myths of hell fire, they deny our existence.
I've read several Christian responces that say Atheists don't exist, they're just denying their beliefs. How funny is that?

2007-09-09 17:12:08 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I just cannot fully give myself over. I am trying to believe but it is very hard for me. I half believe, maybe more. I think that I just want to believe so that there is a higher purpose to everything. I want to trust like others do and that seem so sure there is a God looking over us. How can I feel his presence?

2007-09-09 17:11:49 · 25 answers · asked by Dani 2 in Religion & Spirituality

How do you say "I knew I shouldn' have forgotten my bible" in German?
Please, I need help with this.

2007-09-09 17:11:16 · 6 answers · asked by Gary L 1 in Languages

There are many types of people out there. Those who want to know nothing about their future, those that want to nail down everything there is to know about what is going to happen to them in this life.

What interests me is those that want to know their future, what are their reasons, does it bring them some comfort, control, or a better life?

2007-09-09 17:08:24 · 7 answers · asked by Vash 6 in Other - Society & Culture

how far do you think the boat was from the shore? how long did it take him to reach his friends?

2007-09-09 17:07:53 · 7 answers · asked by Pisces 6 in Religion & Spirituality

I want to believe in a God, but I cannot see how a God who is supposed to be perfect and loving would let terrible things happen to little children. Think of how many of them die horrible deaths each year around the world.

If you were God, would you let this happen? Would you sit there and watch?

I am not trying to be rude in any way. I just see this as a contradiction. It bothers me because my brother was murdered and I was told indirectly by one Christian that it was his time to go. That really offended me.

What are your thoughts?

Thank you for your answers.

2007-09-09 17:07:41 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Why Do People Cry at Church?
So, today at Church, we had an amazing Youth service, and it really touched me, because I am a Saved Christian. But, at the end, everyone went up, to pray, and some people were crying. I am more of a quiet person at Church, and I felt bad that I wasn't crying, and I don't really understand why some people were. Do you cry at Church? And, is it bad that I didn't cry? I'm sorry to sound weird, but I'm confused. Thanks and God Bless!♥

2007-09-09 17:05:55 · 11 answers · asked by Melissa♥ 6 in Religion & Spirituality

My problem is that as we are an English speaking country and that, as this is the language we were taught in school, I find it disrepectful and at times frustrating that some, not all, but quite a majority of our new Australians as welcome as they are, do not find it necessary to learn basic English to assimilate into the Australian culture. I respect their religious and cultural beliefs but find it only fair that they learn the countries primary language to be able to live, work and operate a business here.
There are businesses being run where they can't understand you and you cannot understand them. Not to mention the fact that they offer continuous interpereter services for Welfare even after 12 months when newcomers should have learnt basic English by then. If I chose to live in a Foreign country, the first thing I would be expected to do, is learn the language why not here. My mothers parents were Dutch and learnt English. Please tell me what you think. Serious answers only.

2007-09-09 17:00:57 · 8 answers · asked by Walks 2 in Other - Cultures & Groups

i need help translating these lines.......multi carri et equi erant in viis Romanis. agricolae in Via Appia erant. Servi magni et parvi in viis erant. ubi nunc equi sunt? Nunc servi non sunt.

THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH

2007-09-09 17:00:00 · 3 answers · asked by ititit3 2 in Languages

I am a pretty blunt person... I don't mean to offend people, and I would say that people rarely offend me. But why is it that honesty is either loved or hated? But never taken at face value. I am always "refreshing" to people, or "offensive". Can you get a break?

2007-09-09 16:57:58 · 14 answers · asked by zeebarista 5 in Etiquette

So, today at Church, we had an amazing Youth service, and it really touched me, because I am a Saved Christian. But, at the end, everyone went up, to pray, and some people were crying. I am more of a quiet person at Church, and I felt bad that I wasn't crying, and I don't really understand why some people were. Do you cry at Church? And, is it bad that I didn't cry? I'm sorry to sound weird, but I'm confused. Thanks and God Bless!♥

2007-09-09 16:56:02 · 24 answers · asked by Melissa♥ 6 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-09 16:55:07 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-09 16:50:53 · 12 answers · asked by mary h 1 in Other - Cultures & Groups