Religion & Spirituality - 28 August 2006

I mean would society stand back and ignore other forms of child abuse? Why can religions get away with this behavior?

PS: I am having to re-ask this question as it was reported, why? it's not rude is it? did I strike a nerve?

2006-08-28 12:25:27 · 39 answers · asked by . 6

If Jesus was taken to death as a ransom for us, how to understand this verse?

"The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, and the transgressor for the upright."

Proverbs 21:18 (King James Version)

2006-08-28 12:24:54 · 10 answers · asked by Fourty N 2

would you sign up with GOD now?

2006-08-28 12:24:36 · 28 answers · asked by baddog 4

Reflecting on the sky at night, he wrote "One would have to be blind not to be dazzled by the sight; one would have to be stupid not to recognize its author; one would have to be mad not to worship him."

And does it seem odd that a man who was such a vigorous opponent of traditional Christianity would try to make such a case for God?

2006-08-28 12:24:20 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I know I've done it again but I've never been able to figure it out.I'm not opposed to helping those that can't help themselves , but I know a few people that have lost everything and yes even loved ones and the gov. isn't setting them up homes or trailers.And I guess while I'm in hot water already I can't understand why people would set around for a week knowing this storm was coming and not leave.Many that were at the super dome instead of leaving had a hurricane party then told everyone how misstreated they were because no one would come and pick them up.Sorry if the truth hurts , but many that were lost might have been saved if it had not been for the foolish that had to be rescued.

2006-08-28 12:24:04 · 7 answers · asked by don_steele54 6

i died, will i go to hell?

and can you please list the 10 comandments!! i 4got them! thanku!

oh and 1 more question! if i break any of the 10 commandments, will i go to hell if i didn't repent from it?/

2006-08-28 12:24:01 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-28 12:23:39 · 3 answers · asked by twinklestar1120 1

I am doing a paper for college about the Jewish religion and need to know what happens at a Jewish service

2006-08-28 12:23:14 · 5 answers · asked by debra747 1

What can be accomplished by a few principles is not effected by many. But it seems that everything we see in the world can be accounted for by other principles, supposing God did not exist. For all natural things can be reduced to one principle, which is nature, and all voluntary things can be reduced to one principle, which is human reason, or will. Therefore there is no need to suppose God's existence. - Saint Thomas Aquinas

2006-08-28 12:23:07 · 5 answers · asked by neil s 7

my ashes and send some to all my enimies?

2006-08-28 12:21:38 · 14 answers · asked by Love is the principle thing 4

What is it about Islam that makes it's sheep so much moral then Christianity's sheep (not counting the terrorist who are criminals misusing Religion for personal gain like Bin Laden, Pat Robertson, and Benny Hinn)?

Of course it was Benny Hinn on TBN that said that sheep follow shepherds, because if shepherds followed sheep they would get pooo on their shoes.

2006-08-28 12:21:23 · 20 answers · asked by 自由思想家 3

go through the computer screen, which website would you go to???

2006-08-28 12:21:10 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

For Example:

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs has not approved use of the pentacle in military cemeteries, although symbols of many other religions are permitted. (This policy came under renewed attack when Sgt. Patrick Stewart, a Wiccan soldier, was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2005. His widow has pressed for the inclusion of a pentacle to memorialise him at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

And

George W. Bush stated "I don't think witchcraft is a religion. I would hope the military officials would take a second look at the decision they made."

(Both from Wikipedia)

Wiccans haven't cause any harm to anyone, they've done nothing to deserve being mistreated. So is there a reason, other than ignorance, that they're being treated so badly? (I'm not even Wiccan myself...)

2006-08-28 12:19:58 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous

will a relationship between a athiest man and a good christian woman last??? and how long in your opionion do you think it will last???

2006-08-28 12:19:51 · 11 answers · asked by louie 1

you hit the ground?

2006-08-28 12:18:30 · 19 answers · asked by Love is the principle thing 4

2006-08-28 12:15:27 · 19 answers · asked by Love is the principle thing 4

Should we prepare the cannons?

2006-08-28 12:14:57 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

a being that had no beginning. St. Anselm gave the definition: a being than which nothing greater can be conceived. This means all of human imagination of all time can't perceive the infinate Supreme Being. John Locke whom the Founding Fathers of America quoted often said: From the consideration of ourselves, and what we infallibly find in our constitution, our reason leads us to the knowledge of this certain and evident truth -- that there is an eternal, most powerful, and most knowing being. In other words a being that is all powerful (omnipotent), all knowing (omniscient), and ever present (omnipresent). Similar to us living, human, beings that have a mind (mental), body (physical), and soul (spiritual). This is how we are created in God's image; in the image of the Holy Trinity. The only difference is we are finite and God is infinate. So, why is it athiests can't understand the fact that the very definition of God means a being that had no beginning? Just answer the Q.

2006-08-28 12:13:38 · 30 answers · asked by Search4truth 4

2006-08-28 12:13:14 · 30 answers · asked by . 6

5 Basic Unity Principles

From the Children's Poster:
1. God is all good and active in everything, everywhere.

2. I am naturally good because God's Divinity is in me and in everyone.

3. I create my experiences by what I choose to think and what I feel and believe.

4. Through affirmative prayer and meditation, I connect with God and bring out the good in my life.

5. I do and give my best by living the Truth I know. I make a difference!

From the Adult Version Poster:
1. There is only one Presence and one Power active as the universe and as my life, God the Good.

2. Our essence is of God; therefore, we are inherently good. This God essence was fully expressed in Jesus, the Christ.

3. We are co-creators with God, creating reality through thoughts held in mind.

4. Through prayer and meditation, we align our heart-mind with God. Denials and affirmations are tools we use.

5. Through thoughts, words and actions, we live the Truth we know.

2006-08-28 12:12:26 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm a Christian and I am a believer...The question that I want to ask all of you who are Christians is : Supposing someone is born as a Christian and is raised like a Christian,but doesn't believe in God during his life.Can he still go to heaven when he dies?
Thanks all of you for answering

2006-08-28 12:11:28 · 39 answers · asked by Consigliere 1

I'm leaving the service soon and coming home, I'm looking for a good spiritual church. Any help, references?

2006-08-28 12:11:14 · 4 answers · asked by Corey 4

Should wiccanisim be funded to convert the middle east?

Lets look at the facts...

Wiccanisim ie withcraft has no history or relgious wars, oppression, violence, sexaul abuse, abuse of women etc.


In fact its the only relgious that empowers women truely seeing them as leaders and having no hang ups with nudity or sex

With a moral code not based on rules but in treating others nicely.

Plus it works much is based around psychology and science.

Its not faith based either.


The only reason islam seems better as more violent and higher in number and works on brainwashing ...


So would the world not be better is the islamic nations were turned into what coul best be described as flower children hippies? who like natures, hugging bunnies etc

2006-08-28 12:09:54 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hypothetical but serious question. If I have totally free will to accept or reject Jesus, could I just believe one day and not believe the next? It is my choice, after all, yes?

2006-08-28 12:09:15 · 12 answers · asked by ccrider 7

2006-08-28 12:08:17 · 23 answers · asked by Wiski 2

2006-08-28 12:07:33 · 18 answers · asked by keepitsafe2think 2

Was Mary impregnated against her will?? If so, could it be considered rape??

2006-08-28 12:04:25 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-28 12:03:49 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

Won't you feel foolish for wasting your whole life praying to whatever ridiculous God you believe in, if someday it is proven there is no "higher power". But then of course, you would not believe anything that goes against your beliefs, would ya? I could certainly be wrong, and I am willing to admit that, but I sure feel my way of thinking is a lot more sane, than devoting my whole life to a carpenter that lived thousands of years ago, (who was so beloved by the people of his time they nailed him to a cross), or a multi armed elephant woman, etc. Religion is for people so weak minded, they can't accept they are alone on this earth, and have to rely on a "higher power" to make their decisions for them/blame their short-comings on. I feel sorry for you all.

2006-08-28 12:03:04 · 29 answers · asked by iknowlessthansquat 1

Revelation 5:8 says "When he took it, the four living creatures and the 24 elders fell down BEFORE THE LAMB. Each of the elders held a harp and gold bowls filled with incense, WHICH ARE THE PRAYERS OF THE SAINTS."

As a Catholic, I believe this is a verse that symbolizes the communion of the saints. WHAT DO YOU THINK?

2006-08-28 12:02:42 · 10 answers · asked by Villain 6