Society & Culture - 24 December 2007

This is directed towards any variety of christian really, (and yes, this includes catholics, mormons and jehovas witnesses)

What would you say if someone came up to you and said that they were part of a group that was a "perfected" variety of your kind of christianity (lutheran, baptist, catholic, ect, whichever applies to you) and that they were Jewish and believed in the same things you did, except that they did not believe that Jesus was the Son of God, or the Messiah or a prophet or anything remotely like that. that in fact, they did not believe he ever even actually existed.

how would you react? remember that in this hypothetical, they are going around teaching that it is acceptable to be as you believe, but minus giving Jesus any signifigance or recognition?

2007-12-24 22:44:42 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

does God allow this?

2007-12-24 22:43:03 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Jesus was raised by the Father Jahovah. Reference
Act 2:24,2:32 and soon

2007-12-24 22:41:42 · 11 answers · asked by mad 5 in Religion & Spirituality

Like I have a general idea of what being a baptist means and a methodist after reading around online, but I'm not sure what being Presbyterian means. Like what is unique to that group?

2007-12-24 22:41:16 · 5 answers · asked by Me 2 in Religion & Spirituality

Can you direct me to any JW literature that applauds the Puritans for their nation-wide stance against pagan customs, especially those connected to Christmas? In 1644 the Puritan group in Britain's Parliament brought in laws to ban Christmas. They objected to the binge-drinking and debauchery, even to Christ'mas' - changing it to Christ tide. The immorality of wassailing and wenching were thrown out along with decking the halls with holly. Soldiers patrolled London to seize supplies of suspect festive fare being hoarded. For 18 years, Britain had no Christmas, and that was official!

Surely the JWs see the hand of God at work in the Puritans? Surely God blessed them and the nation for this immense governmental stance against unholy practices? Do any JWs reading this agree?

2007-12-24 22:40:58 · 10 answers · asked by Annsan_In_Him 7 in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-24 22:38:53 · 5 answers · asked by Labible P 1 in Religion & Spirituality

what the hell man!!!!!!!!!!!! I want mah parents and or sister to get the frick up so'z I can I open p...oh wait I hear someone now...

2007-12-24 22:35:32 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Christmas

Yes, i am awake, yes it is today december 24th (25'th now) and i cant freaking fall asleep! im 13, i dont even know what is keeping me awake this never happens. my room is on the second story of our house and my mom fell asleep reading a book in the library (like 13x13 ft room) which she can hear any noise from so i cant even get some warm milk or something.

what should i do so i dont screw up my christmas?

2007-12-24 22:35:13 · 6 answers · asked by Alec G 1 in Christmas

I just got over having a stomach virus.... im from new england and its going around faster then you can clap your hands... anyway... last night was christmas eve i didnt eat much because like i said im just getting over the virus but my dad on the other hand enjoyed himself and now he has the virus and its doing a number on him :( I feel bad, I dont want my dad sick on christmas, and we have lots of people coming over to visit. any ideas or suggestions? and if you could say a little prayer for a speedy recovery I'd appreciate it! thank you.

2007-12-24 22:34:03 · 19 answers · asked by j 4 in Christmas

I was just wondering how do Messianic Jews feel about the apostolic council of Jerusalem emntioned in the books of Acts that states Christians don't need to keep things Kosher?

2007-12-24 22:33:55 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

It would be good, if you could share your experience. So we could know how great the God is.

2007-12-24 22:33:13 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

I got new toys for my dog goobyloo too. Merry xmas everyone.

2007-12-24 22:33:05 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Christmas

How is your Christmas going so far? Anything happen to you already? I sure know I did!

I thought this Christmas would be the most depressing christmas of all with hidden tears. No not because of the presents, my cat. I lost her roughly 3 to 4 days ago and thought I'd never see her again, by the way her name is Lunar :) She came back this morning at 3:30am the way she always does; climbing the screen door. How is yours going? Anything fulfilling your day already? Tell me!! I'm sure into Christmas this year! :D

Happy holidays,
Angelina

2007-12-24 22:28:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Christmas

My husband converted to Messianic Judaism after we separated. We are still very close. I think the religion is the only healthy thing he has aver done. But I feel stupid when I ask questions. I left him because of his arrogance:

What is a Messianic Jew?
Do they celebrate Christmas or Hannuka?

2007-12-24 22:26:42 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Christmas with the family - the only way to endure it is to drink oneself into a paraletic blob.

2007-12-24 22:26:02 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2007-12-24 22:23:38 · 7 answers · asked by bernadette 3 in Christmas

After a little tweaking of my wicker handbasket/hutch combo, I've managed to weave myself a little sleigh, and I'm raring to try it out.

Does anybody wanna come along on yet another hell-in-a-handbasket tour? Feel free to bring your own wicker vehicles, although there may be some surprises. It IS Christmas after all.

Sunblock and bran muffins are a must. I think perhaps just bring some batter, cos it's hot enough to bake down there.

2007-12-24 22:21:27 · 4 answers · asked by ? 5 in Religion & Spirituality

hope you all have a really good day, dont get too drunk.....LOL

2007-12-24 22:19:06 · 13 answers · asked by bellatrix 6 in Christmas

it is christmas day get off the internet and talk to your familly!

2007-12-24 22:16:20 · 13 answers · asked by dtx 50 3 in Christmas

My aunt has just given me a set of paint brushes for Christmas. I have never indicated to her that I have any interest in DIY or decorating, and no one (to my knowledge) has ever advised her of this either.
I am trying to devise a suitable punishment. I have considered making ice cubes out of urine for her gin and tonics.

2007-12-24 22:16:03 · 34 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

2007-12-24 21:59:35 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Christmas

I'm MAD...I just like wanna say this to that person. " Hey, you know this is supposed to be the day of Jesus Christ!! We celebrate Christmas for Him!! Now'ya'll atheist, just got lucky to have holiday break, GO BACK TO WORK!! And NEVER say happy-Holiday to my ears!!!

2007-12-24 21:55:36 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Christmas

2007-12-24 21:55:11 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Christmas

tell me.
dont give me a definition of bohemian, tell what it means to you

2007-12-24 21:54:08 · 4 answers · asked by Audrey 2 in Other - Cultures & Groups

I am a christian orthodox, but for some months I've started a proper investigation about all the religions of the world... Orthodox, catholic, jewish, islamic and about another 1001 religions. All of them say they are the true one, that believing in them will bring you all kind of spiritual and material things and if we dare to move to another religion we'll suffer etc.etc.etc.... I'm just a 15 years old teenager and I'm starting to become an atheist... Could anyone tell me if I'm doing right?...sorry for y english

2007-12-24 21:52:12 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Do you still go to the trouble of making those special things ? I used to make a gingerbread house every year, but stopped when my kids grew up. Now, I have a little grand-daughter and I've decided to start again...its uch fun and the kids love them. Do you still go to the trouble of making special foods, or does the freezer section at the grocery store seem more attractive these days?

2007-12-24 21:47:49 · 15 answers · asked by Stella 6 in Senior Citizens

2007-12-24 21:46:32 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Don't they have any fellow Brits they can grovel too?

It will be even worse when Prince Charles becomes King because he is half Greek!

2007-12-24 21:42:47 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous in Royalty

Volunteering seems to be a growing field of interest for seniors and boomers these days. Many people find it to be more rewarding than paid work ever was. Do you do any volunteering ? Do you find it satisfying?

2007-12-24 21:42:45 · 14 answers · asked by Stella 6 in Senior Citizens

..but what was your first disapointment at the festive season?

More Socks? Argument with the family? Burned the Turkey again? Or did Christmas simply not live up to the Hype?

2007-12-24 21:38:44 · 6 answers · asked by Pat 5 in Christmas