Society & Culture - 14 September 2007

Is it family, your religion, making money? For me it is wholeness... that's all I can share for now. Peace.

2007-09-14 14:43:50 · 31 answers · asked by NONAME 5 in Religion & Spirituality

A friend told me that she's not allowed to be touched while fasting, can someone explain?

2007-09-14 14:43:39 · 9 answers · asked by Bibiana La Atheist 1 in Religion & Spirituality

If you have some 'brilliant' reason for why almost every scientist in the world is conspiring to lie to you, because deep down they just don't like jesus, for some reason, then why don't you ask your 'thoughtful' questions about evolution in the Science category?

2007-09-14 14:43:14 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

This passage is about religious followers:
He is perfectly
satisfied that there is design in the world, and that consequently
there must have been a designer. It does not occur to him that it
is necessary to account for the existence of an infinite
personality. He is perfectly certain that there can be no design
without a designer, and he is, equally certain that there can be a
designer who was not designed. The absurdity becomes so great that
it takes the place of a demonstration. He takes it for granted that
matter was created and that its creator was not. He assumes that a
creator existed from eternity, without cause, and created what is
called matter out of nothing; or, whereas there was nothing, this
creator made the something that we call substance.

2007-09-14 14:42:07 · 10 answers · asked by SmEllY! 6 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-14 14:39:56 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

is perfect?

2007-09-14 14:39:19 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

My grandmother did not speak any english. Growing up we called her memere, the french equivalent to grandma. But I don't remember the proper spelling. I think there is an accent mark on the second 'e' but not sure. Can anyone help? Thank you so much.

2007-09-14 14:37:34 · 13 answers · asked by physchomom 1 in Languages

I think that most Catholics would agree that Purgatory is more of a hospital than a jail.

Cleansing or sanctification is a gradual process and we must endure to the end to be saved.

(Mat 10:22 DRB) And you shall be hated by all men for my name's sake: but he that shall persevere unto the end, he shall be saved.

(Mat 24:13 DRB) But he that shall persevere to the end, he shall be saved.

(Mar 13:13 DRB) And you shall be hated by all men for my name's sake. But he that shall endure unto the end, he shall be saved.

Catholic soteriology recognizes that for some of us the process was not completed at death or that we died with unrepentant sin.

(Heb 9:27 DRB) And as it is appointed unto men once to die, and after this the judgment:

The judgment is our eternal destiny and for those whose name is in the Lamb’s Book of Life, heaven is assured. But we know that one must be free of sin to be in God’s presence.

(1Ti 6:14 DRB) That thou keep the commandment without spot, blameless, unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ,

It may be that one is not prepared to be in our Lord’s presence as we may still be with spiritual shortcomings or temporal effects of forgiven sins on our soul making it necessary for some form of purification to enter heaven in God’s presence. Since this is a process of purgation it is called purgatory and it is in keeping with prophecy of the prophet Habakkuk who said that only that which is holy may enter heaven.

(Hab 1:13 DRB) Thy eyes are too pure to behold evil, and thou canst not look on iniquity. Why lookest thou upon them that do unjust things, and holdest thy peace when the wicked devoureth the man that is more just than himself?

St. Paul also taught of a process of purgation which may involve suffering on the soul of Christians and in his first letter to the Corinthian Church he describes the process of purgation after death.

(1Co 3:10 DRB) According to the grace of God that is given to me, as a wise architect, I have laid the foundation: and another buildeth thereon. But let every man take heed how he buildeth thereupon.

(1Co 3:11 DRB) For other foundation no man can lay, but that which is laid: which is Christ Jesus.

(1Co 3:12 DRB) Now, if any man build upon this foundation, gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, stubble:

(1Co 3:13 DRB) Every man's work shall be manifest. For the day of the Lord shall declare it, because it shall be revealed in fire. And the fire shall try every man's work, of what sort it is.

(1Co 3:14 DRB) If any man's work abide, which he hath built thereupon, he shall receive a reward.

(1Co 3:15 DRB) If any mans work burn, he shall suffer loss: but he himself shall be saved, yet so as by fire.

St. Paul speaks metaphorically that the results of sin that remain on one’s soul is like “wood, hay and straw” and are burned away in the process of final purification to be received in the presence of the Lord. St. Paul also speaks of one’s works as “gold, silver and precious stones” which are refined and retained.

This passage reminds me of what Christ said in the following indicating that some sins may be forgiven after death.

(Mat 12:32 DRB) And whosoever shall speak a word against the Son of man, it shall be forgiven him: but he that shall speak against the Holy Ghost, it shall not be forgiven him neither in this world, nor in the world to come.

Purgatory is also related to the parable of the unforgiving servant which is as follows…

(Mat 18:32 DRB) Then his lord called him: and said to him: Thou wicked servant, I forgave thee all the debt, because thou besoughtest me:

(Mat 18:33 DRB) Shouldst not thou then have had compassion also on thy fellow servant, even as I had compassion on thee?

(Mat 18:34 DRB) And his lord being angry, delivered him to the torturers until he paid all the debt.

After telling the parable Christ emphasizes His message lest it be misunderstood with this warning……..

(Mat 18:35 DRB) So also shall my heavenly Father do to you, if you forgive not every one his brother from your hearts.

Christ was warning us of the danger of a hard heart or anger making us unwilling to forgive others. We should acknowledge that these are the signs and example of a defective soul in need of purgation so that he that is imperfect may be in the presence of God and dwell in glory. (See CCC 1030-1032)

In Christ
Fr. Joseph

2007-09-14 14:36:40 · 30 answers · asked by cristoiglesia 7 in Religion & Spirituality

Didn't Jesus preach love and bless all God's children?

2007-09-14 14:36:28 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

My pastor's claim is that every tragedy we experience is just a test from God, or a chance to learn and grow.

But I was wondering: What about a baby who gets sexually abused?

2007-09-14 14:35:17 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

and past predictions aswell?

2007-09-14 14:34:17 · 18 answers · asked by Liquid Spear Waltz 3 in Religion & Spirituality

I'm from Iraq. I'm also Christian?

2007-09-14 14:32:35 · 36 answers · asked by qtbaby4u 3 in Religion & Spirituality

I heard someone say once that the bible is like floss for the brain.

can someone explain why they would think that is a good analogy?

2007-09-14 14:32:15 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-14 14:31:40 · 15 answers · asked by XYZ 7 in Religion & Spirituality

anyone man enough to tell me the REAL reason people are attracted to the same sex?

2007-09-14 14:30:38 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

We are having a housewarming party and we have told people no gifts. But I know that some of our family and friends won't listen and will bring gifts anyway. The question is, when do you open the gifts? Do you open them while they are there, or just open afterward and send a thank you card?

2007-09-14 14:30:23 · 7 answers · asked by Larah 3 in Etiquette

I'm considering becoming a Pagan, and I need some help. So tel me the factions, core belifs and other things please.

2007-09-14 14:30:07 · 9 answers · asked by David M 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-14 14:29:59 · 11 answers · asked by Angelica1951 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Estoy muy enojada con el !!! Ya no me importa lo que el dice!! Todo que le deje era una mentira!!!

2007-09-14 14:29:33 · 8 answers · asked by spicy_lat 1 in Languages

u fasting? hows it going

2007-09-14 14:29:09 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-14 14:28:58 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

My parents will be married for 30 years soon and my sisters and I are trying to plan a surprise celebration for them. We are thinking about just having a party and inviting fam and friends. However, my parents really do need stuff! Their towels are like cardboard, the sheets on my mom's bed are vintage 70's and all of her measuring spoons have melted handles because 10 years ago I left them too close to a burner!! We would love to register for them but it seems rather tacky. A friend suggested throwing my mom an anniversary shower. I'm confused. I really don't want to do something tacky so I"m looking for suggestions. Thanks so much in advance.

2007-09-14 14:28:34 · 9 answers · asked by Elizabeth L 3 in Etiquette

eg i know people spiritually yet we may never meet. Can anyone explain e.s.p. between people. It is my greatest wonderment.

2007-09-14 14:27:43 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

What are your thoughts?

2007-09-14 14:27:18 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-14 14:26:18 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-09-14 14:25:05 · 40 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

USE YOUR BRAIN CHRISTIANS...
when Paul wrote those statements, the bible wasn't even put together yet.
So, how can you say the bible is the word of god?
Did god ever say in your bible that the bible is god breathed?
NO,NO,NO..
Paul wrote that, not god.
You should thank me for opening your eyes to the truth!.
I am just so amazing that i amaze myself!

2007-09-14 14:24:53 · 20 answers · asked by WINDIWS VISTA ULTIMATE RULES!!!! 1 in Religion & Spirituality

how long is it going to take him to get to heaven?

Which galaxy is heaven in?

(I'm assuming he's traveling at the speed of light.)

2007-09-14 14:23:28 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

So heres why I turned away. I think I WAS TURNED AWAY! I have a great relationship with God. I feel God in everything. I became a born again Christian at 17. Went thru rebellion, came back, asked forgiveness, REPENTED, and it was as if I was totally cut off. Now, I confessed and repented of everything. I begged, pleaded,prayed but could not identify or feel Christ anymore. I even felt a contempt or loathing for him I didnt want to feel. I have that still. Keep in mind I dont want that feeling and have begged for it to go to no avail, Jesus has turned his back on me.What do you think? And dont say its about repentance...I did that.

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

First of all, birds and lizards have different respiratory systems. A transitional species wouldn't be able to breathe.

A transitional species would have front appendages that were part leg, part wing. It couldn't walk on them, or fly with them.

A transitional species would be partly covered with scales, partly covered with feathers. Seems like it would be a funny looking animal.

So can someone explain to me how this transition took place?

Could it be that God made each kind of animal after it's kind?

2007-09-14 14:22:21 · 16 answers · asked by sensiblechristian 1 in Religion & Spirituality