Religion & Spirituality - 7 April 2007

I recently moved to a new town. I have always gone to a Baptist church, but never truly fit in. I am very liberal, and I am a democrat and agree with most Democratic view-points. I don't like it when my politics and religion clash. I accept that Christ is my savior, I am sure I'm not Catholic. I've heard that Presbyterian churches tend to be more liberal. Are there any other suggestions. By the way, I don't agree with the war in Iraq and never have, I am pro-choice, but think there should be stronger guidelines. I would like more information on the Presbyterian denomination as well as other demoninations that may suit my needs. All input is appreciated.

2007-04-07 14:34:46 · 13 answers · asked by knowledgablePT 2

if there is a soul what happens to it? where would it go?

*Personal beliefs welcome*

2007-04-07 14:34:25 · 12 answers · asked by Not Ready to Make Nice 2

For arguments sake, lets just say that Christian holidays like Easter and Christmas didn't start out as Pagan celebrations, but were rooted in Christian historical events. Why are Pagan rituals STILL praticed at Christian gatherings? I think anyone with half a brain would realize that in the Christian religion, symbols like Santa or the Easter Bunny, are by definition, false idols. When Christians incorporate these charecters into their celebrations, they are actually sinning against God. I think we can all agree that at the present time, Christians have nothing to fear from the savage Pagan heathens. Why not stop being hypocrates and stop insulting the praticing Pagans of todays society. Are you afraid that if you do, the main tool you use in getting children to subconsiously equate religion with good, could disappear? I can think of no other reason that the worship of false idols, would still be practiced, let alone stongly encouraged by the church.

2007-04-07 14:30:10 · 9 answers · asked by Danny 6

2007-04-07 14:29:27 · 21 answers · asked by sometimes I'm too nice 2

I know that thats not exactly it but thats all I can remember Jesus saying.

2007-04-07 14:26:50 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-07 14:26:25 · 13 answers · asked by Lindsey F 1

considering the fact that this issue can never be decided to anyones satisfaction, especially the extremists, isn't it better to err on the side of the woman rather than legislate against her? and in thinking about this question, do not take the fetus into account for it has no ability to reflect on morality...

2007-04-07 14:26:08 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

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2007-04-07 14:22:09 · 24 answers · asked by Anonymous

According to Matthew 28:6, Mark 16:6, and Luke 24:6, was the tomb empty because Jesus had risen from the dead, or was the tomb empty Jehovah's got rid of the body?

2007-04-07 14:21:15 · 20 answers · asked by Jonathan 7

Are you better or worse off than last year's easter? what about easter of 1998? Does anyone celebrate easter and honor jesus and his cruxifiction.

2007-04-07 14:17:34 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

Looking for commentary of the account

2007-04-07 14:15:17 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Presumably the quote is from a theist, but I think it's probably true. Superstition is easy - it's intellectual laziness, an unwillingness to think things through, examine evidence, question what your religious leaders tell you to believe, examine your own beliefs and instincts. Rational thought is not necessarily easy, it doesn't necessarily come naturally, and that's why it's so important for us to help and encourage people to think for themselves. This is the answer to the perennial question of why atheists have to be in the R&S section - so that fewer people may think that it's OK to take the easy way out.

2007-04-07 14:14:52 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous

Well, simple enough question, would you rather be blissful and unable to think for all of eternity (the only way I could see that heaven as is is described in the bible could work, but I'd rather not debate that here), or capable of rational thought, possibly even more clear rational thought than your present ability, with constant pain for all eternity?

2007-04-07 14:14:32 · 4 answers · asked by ‫‬‭‮‪‫‬‭‮yelxeH 5

I would like to say that..........

it's 9AM right now.

I'm hungry.

Any suggestions on what to eat for breakfie?



P/s: What's yellow and dangerous?

2007-04-07 14:13:46 · 20 answers · asked by Adia Azrael 4

Christopher Penczak wrote that he, as a Wiccan, has found a special connection with a certain deity. I want to do the same, but so many websites out there just give names or pictures. Not what I need. I need names, and lore. Can anyone give me a website that has what i need? Thanks.

2007-04-07 14:13:14 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

Do you also believe that when you die your soul ends up on the roof and no one ever goes up there to get it back down?

2007-04-07 14:13:09 · 4 answers · asked by oh curious one 1

they had chickens i am sure. so they could have colored the eggs with something and hid them for the children.

2007-04-07 14:12:11 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

Did society create the Jeffrey Dahmers and Hitlers of our world or wore they who they were going to be from birth. If society created these monsters, who is to be held resonsible for these indivisual's crimes against humanity?

2007-04-07 14:12:09 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-07 14:12:01 · 9 answers · asked by Ask Meg 3

I just don't understand, if we are all equal, then why would god bless you to win in killing and harming gods other people?

2007-04-07 14:09:33 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-07 14:09:14 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

i get sick when i drink wine.... so i drink beer b/c it's what i can handle... i drink in moderation, don't worry... i don't have more than 2 glasses or beers if i go out.... i recognize the danger in overindulgent alcohol usage. i just want to know if it bothers God if i drink beer instead of wine.... serious answers only please ;o)

2007-04-07 14:09:02 · 24 answers · asked by User Name 5

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2007-04-07 14:06:42 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-04-07 14:06:09 · 23 answers · asked by Gay Man 2

what did he/or she told you? and how did you react!!!

2007-04-07 14:06:05 · 13 answers · asked by birdsdafly 3

Why do you hang out in the Religion and Spirituality section when you're not spiritual? When I was Atheist, I didn't care at all about religion.

2007-04-07 14:05:03 · 23 answers · asked by Petina 5

how did she die? what age? and from what?

2007-04-07 14:04:04 · 14 answers · asked by birdsdafly 3

When peace like a river attendeth my way
When sorrows like sea billows role
Whatever my lot, thou has taught me to know
It is well, it is well with my soul.

When satan should buffet - when trials should come
Lest this blest assurance control
That Christ has regarded my helpless estate
And has shed His own blood for my soul

2007-04-07 14:02:48 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

If God is all powerful and can do anything, then why did he create a humanity that could even sin?

Then, if that creation did sin (which means HE really isn't PERFECT) why did he need to create a son with a birth where the woman wasn't touched by a dirty man? Then why did that son have to give his life for us?

Couldn't have g money upstairs just said "Okay, forgiven" and that's that? Or did the big man upstairs need some fresh blood?

So he created himself for himself so that he could sacrifice himself to himself to forgive himself.

Besides, if there was a god then Angelina Jolie would be in every movie.

2007-04-07 14:01:36 · 18 answers · asked by The Former Kermie 2

i gave up alcohol for lent..... can i have a beer tomorrow (easter sunday) or do i have to wait for monday?

2007-04-07 13:53:59 · 26 answers · asked by User Name 5