Society & Culture - 13 December 2007

I have fallen away from the word, and I really want to get back in it. Yet, I feel that when I sit down to read, I don't feel connected. Even when I pray for God's presence, it is hard to focus because I feel I don't have a structure to my reading. Besides Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, can anyone give me guidance to where to start back?

2007-12-13 13:57:05 · 26 answers · asked by humanbeforeamerican 3 in Religion & Spirituality

I know there are alot of ways and legends but i have trouble finding them, i will do anything.

2007-12-13 13:57:05 · 16 answers · asked by NuLLALiAS 2 in Mythology & Folklore

Is there any evidence historically for how many kings or wise men there actually were. The bible says only wise men came from the east. How many were there, and what is your source.

2007-12-13 13:55:20 · 10 answers · asked by squishy 6 in Religion & Spirituality

Is it better not to assume their cultural background and just say 'Happy Holidays'?

Or is 'Merry Christmas' okay?

2007-12-13 13:55:11 · 19 answers · asked by Zezo Zeze Zadfrack 1 in Religion & Spirituality

i will be going to a stripclub for the first time and i was wondering who should i tip? nd if i get a lapdance, do i pay just the $20 or do i got to pay more? and do i tip her after the dance?

2007-12-13 13:55:01 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

I am seventeen and I have never had a boyfriend serious or not. Is that so wrong? I don't think so but some of the people on my colorguard squad does!

2007-12-13 13:54:44 · 37 answers · asked by kimmievet 1 in Valentine's Day

2007-12-13 13:52:31 · 7 answers · asked by ehdobisc 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-13 13:52:06 · 7 answers · asked by Theanswer 4 in Etiquette

My daughter has been to Bible Camp and is really in-touch with God, she has always wondered if there is anything above God and why he created Earth and why then...any suggestions or answers?

2007-12-13 13:51:08 · 23 answers · asked by harley49916 3 in Religion & Spirituality

Jesus was a hebrew. An Arab who happened to be Jewish...not a European.

2007-12-13 13:50:18 · 67 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-13 13:48:42 · 18 answers · asked by Grace 4 in Etiquette

Before the year 1054AD there was only one church, which was referred to as the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church consisting of the 5 patriarchs (Rome, Constantinople, Antioch, Jerusalem, and Alexandria). The Great Schism happened between the West (Church of Rome) and the East (Churches of the East) in the year 1054. The main reason for this schism was a dispute with the filoque doctrine (the Holy Ghost proceding from the Father and the Son), which the churches of the east refuted and the Papal Supremacy doctrine (the Patriarch of Rome having full and supreme jurisdiction over the Church of Rome and the Churches of the East). The Church of Rome considers the churches of the east(Orthodox Church) to be schismatics. The Orthodox Church considers the Church of Rome to be schismatic. I'm trying to search for the truth. Both sides trace their lineage of bishops directly to the Twelve Apostles, then to Jesus Christ, the founder, the one true God made man

2007-12-13 13:48:08 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

???

2007-12-13 13:47:38 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Christmas

I know It has something to do with Snape, but I dont know exactly.

2007-12-13 13:45:43 · 6 answers · asked by chub_619 1 in Mythology & Folklore

What is the form of the liturgical rite of confirmation in Catholicism?
Also, how many days do Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and ordinary time last?

2007-12-13 13:45:27 · 2 answers · asked by strawberriesandchampagne 1 in Religion & Spirituality

What do L.A. people think about New Yorkers? Do either of you folks have a learned distrust or envy? I'm from Philly, so I'm kinda neutral.

2007-12-13 13:44:09 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cultures & Groups

Which celebrity couple had/has the longest marraige on record? The shortest?

2007-12-13 13:42:21 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Senior Citizens

Can someone give me a simple explanation of The Deity of Christ?....to help me explain this to my child....Believers only please.

2007-12-13 13:40:21 · 8 answers · asked by well_hell_is_this_name_taken 2 in Religion & Spirituality

It seems to me that most people who mock my church are people who could never have the self control to live our standards. The point and laugh but maybe they should be looking in the mirror.

2007-12-13 13:38:26 · 29 answers · asked by Ethan M 5 in Religion & Spirituality

Anyone know if there's a Greek, Roman, or any other culture's God, Goddess, Or deity figure that represents something along the lines of reason, rationality, and order??

2007-12-13 13:38:23 · 3 answers · asked by Jai 2 in Mythology & Folklore

Between these two chapters there are two parables on the matter of watching and waiting.
Found in Matthew 24:32-44
I am particularly interested in those of the 2's.
The two in the bed.. one taken one left
The two grinding at the mill. One taken one left
The two in the field. One taken one left.

We need to just clarify that the Lord in this parable is NOT addressing sinners. That one who is taken is saved and the other left is not.
In Luke we see this same portion where the Lord speaks of us of loving or loosing the soul life.
Now I want to just consider the other parable on watchfulness and waiting in the 10 Virgins.
In this parable also we see 5 wise 5 foolish.
I want to put this to you. 2+10=12
12 is the number of completion. This could represent the totality of God's people.
The 2 of the 2's in Matt 24 and the 10 of the virgins.
NOte also that the all ten virgins slept. Yet those in Ch 24 are working, grinding. having a life...alive.

Do you see any connection?

2007-12-13 13:36:26 · 10 answers · asked by Broken Alabaster Flask 6 in Religion & Spirituality

1. Do you approve of the death penalty?
2. What is your attitude towards death (in general)?
3. Who is the closest person to you who died?
4. What do you think about abortion?
5. Do you think brain dead persons should remain on life support?
6. Are your views about death spiritual in any sort of way?
7. Do you think funerals are necessary?
8. Have you ever had a near-death experience?
9. If you answered yes, can you tell me if you learned anything from it?
10. Is there anything that you were reluctant to ask.tell a dear one that you wish you had said?
Thanks a million!!!!!!!!!

2007-12-13 13:36:14 · 52 answers · asked by Pastafarus 2 in Religion & Spirituality

When you ask for a signature what do you say and why? I have heard both versions of it.

2007-12-13 13:35:19 · 4 answers · asked by gus_zalenski 5 in Etiquette

Are you excited for Jesus' coming and the rapture? Do you know if you're going to be martyred? I know I'll get some answers saying, "Only Jesus knows", but I want you to base this on what YOU think. I'm extremely excited =] =] =] =]

2007-12-13 13:35:12 · 29 answers · asked by Megan 6 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-13 13:34:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I have a bunch of people i wanna get stuff for and i am not sure what i should do for all of them?? What kinda ideas do you have for gifts for friends?

Thanks

2007-12-13 13:33:46 · 6 answers · asked by Isabel 1 in Christmas

scooter started it seveal days ago but if we did decided to meet in lincoln nb (just pull the place out of rear) on jun 28 (same place) how many would spend there vacation there or for us retired folks just drop everything and join in the fun!!!

if so please indicate a place and date you would choose!!!

2007-12-13 13:33:32 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Senior Citizens

why is it that a LOT of people with different beliefs have a lack of respect for each other??

so what if someone doesn't follow the same religion, or doesn't choose to live the same lifestyles as you... does that honestly give you the right to judge and bash people, to shove your beliefs down their throats?

i'm not saying that everyone does it. i'm not directing this to any religion or specific people in general... i'm directing this to everyone, whether you've done it before or witnessed it. i'm not asking this as a christian, athiest, protestant, muslim or any other religion... i'm asking this as a PERSON.

2007-12-13 13:32:06 · 29 answers · asked by Yvonne 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Would he rip them a new one like every one of his crazy followers do? (Not to say that all Christians are crazy, I'm just referring to the ones who freak out about the Happy Holidays thing and get nasty in return. I guess that's the new meaning of Christmas.)

2007-12-13 13:30:43 · 6 answers · asked by it's me 5 in Christmas

2007-12-13 13:30:24 · 11 answers · asked by Enigma®Ragnarökin' 7 in Religion & Spirituality