Religion & Spirituality - 28 June 2007

Bless those that curse you? that's one of my favorites, pray for those which despitefully use you? that's another good one, what are yours?

2007-06-28 19:01:22 · 21 answers · asked by Girly Q 4

2007-06-28 19:01:10 · 36 answers · asked by Love Yahoo!!! wannabe a princess 4

They agreed to give themselves a pay raise. What is going to become of us people?

2007-06-28 19:00:23 · 17 answers · asked by don_steele54 6

I know that atheists don't believe that there is a God, but I was wondering if atheists are as skeptical about other tenuous phenomena, as they are about God. So I made a list of ten things, and if you would answer yes, if you think it definitely exists, no, if you think it definitely doesn't exist, and maybe, if you think it could exist. I am curious as to how diverse the answers will be, or if atheists will have a fairly common response.

1. Aliens
2. Ghosts
3. Bigfoot
4. ESP
5. Astrology
6. Reincarnation
7. JFK Conspiracy
8. Telekinesis
9. Numerology
10. Hypnosis

And as a control:
11. God

2007-06-28 18:54:16 · 30 answers · asked by Timon 2

The New Encyclopædia Britannica says: “Neither the word Trinity, nor the explicit doctrine as such, appears in the New Testament, nor did Jesus and his followers intend to contradict the Shema in the Old Testament: ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord’ (Deut. 6:4). . . . The doctrine developed gradually over several centuries and through many controversies. . . . By the end of the 4th century . . . the doctrine of the Trinity took substantially the form it has maintained ever since.”—(1976), Micropædia, Vol. X, p. 126.
The New Catholic Encyclopedia states: “The formulation ‘one God in three Persons’ was not solidly established, certainly not fully assimilated into Christian life and its profession of faith, prior to the end of the 4th century. But it is precisely this formulation that has first claim to the title the Trinitarian dogma. Among the Apostolic Fathers, there had been nothing even remotely approaching such a mentality or perspective.”—(1967), Vol. XIV, p. 299.
In The Encyclopedia Americana we read: “Christianity derived from Judaism and Judaism was strictly Unitarian [believing that God is one person]. The road which led from Jerusalem to Nicea was scarcely a straight one. Fourth century Trinitarianism did not reflect accurately early Christian teaching regarding the nature of God; it was, on the contrary, a deviation from this teaching.”—(1956), Vol. XXVII, p. 294L.
According to the Nouveau Dictionnaire Universel, “The Platonic trinity, itself merely a rearrangement of older trinities dating back to earlier peoples, appears to be the rational philosophic trinity of attributes that gave birth to the three hypostases or divine persons taught by the Christian churches. . . . This Greek philosopher’s [Plato, fourth century B.C.E.] conception of the divine trinity . . . can be found in all the ancient [pagan] religions.”—(Paris, 1865-1870), edited by M. Lachâtre, Vol. 2, p. 1467.
John L. McKenzie, S.J., in his Dictionary of the Bible, says: “The trinity of persons within the unity of nature is defined in terms of ‘person’ and ‘nature’ which are G[ree]k philosophical terms; actually the terms do not appear in the Bible. The trinitarian definitions arose as the result of long controversies in which these terms and others such as ‘essence’ and ‘substance’ were erroneously applied to God by some theologians.”—(New York, 1965), p. 899.

2007-06-28 18:50:14 · 13 answers · asked by Keith 2

if unlimited then why we do not realize it.

2007-06-28 18:50:03 · 10 answers · asked by KrishanRam(Jitendra k) 3

Cut off all communication? Refuse Christmas Gifts (Send them back unopened)? Intentionally avoid Family Reunions when said ex-mormon was in attendance?

2007-06-28 18:46:28 · 18 answers · asked by Cheese and Rice 2

I was just wondering because I'm bisexual and my family is really Catholic, they dont really make a big deal out of non-Christian stuff, soo...I'm just wonder because my grandma beleives they (she doesnt know im bi) were born that way and she is for gay marriage. Soo...does the Catholic Church accept gay people?


AND are mud slides good..?

2007-06-28 18:44:54 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-28 18:44:43 · 7 answers · asked by KrishanRam(Jitendra k) 3

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For example, some people may understand the evidence that tobacco causes cancer and heart disease, and yet still continue to smoke under the assumption that they will be included in the small minority that escapes these calamities.

So what do you intellectually accept as a proven fact, but nonetheless fail to incorporate into the rest of your thinking?

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2007-06-28 18:31:41 · 23 answers · asked by NHBaritone 7

(this is regarding on He's promised second coming.)

Have you red the parable of 10 virgins in Matt. 25?
..."the bridegroom has been delayed"...

I believe Jesus is delayed... How about you? What do you think is the reason?

Many athiests mock Christians because of this, but the bible clearly said that "But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved." - Matt 24:13

2007-06-28 18:31:40 · 19 answers · asked by smellsliketeenspirit 2

I was hanging around the Singles & Dating board a few minutes ago, and it occurred to me that when someone posts something like "how cn u talk 2 girl" or "shud i hav sex wid my bf", or similar, isn't one doing the human race a disservice by assisting these individuals in their efforts to find a mate and pass on their genes? Note, I'm not suggesting forced sterilization or the like - but maybe it would be a good idea to put subliminal "get your tubes tied" messages in, say, episodes of Jerry Springer.

Hmmm...come to think of it, if the overt content of those shows doesn't drive one to desire the extinction of the entire human race, maybe subliminal messages are futile after all...

2007-06-28 18:30:29 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am not looking for anyone to bash anyone elses religion. I want to know why you chose the religion you study or worship. I would like to hear from all religions: christianity, mormons, scientology, ect...
Again, please do not tell me why you did not choose something else, but only why you chose what you chose.
And what keeps you going back?
I prefer not to hear from people who have no religous association since you did not choose anything.

2007-06-28 18:28:56 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-28 18:28:25 · 17 answers · asked by odd one out 2

2007-06-28 18:27:43 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

It says that if your prayers aren't answered maybe fasting is necessary. I'm confused about fasting.. is it really as simple as not eating anything? I'm praying for God to heal my marriage, and I am willing to do anything.. can someone please guide me and tell me what it is I should do in order to have my prayers answered?

2007-06-28 18:25:49 · 24 answers · asked by ... 1

If you were forced to become religious, which sect would you join?

a. Christian

b. Christian (follower of Satan)

c. Jew

d. Muslim

e. Buddhist/Shinto

f. Some weird cult

2007-06-28 18:25:38 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous

God created Adam. Then he took a rib from Adam
and thus came Eve. Both were exiled from The Garden
of Eden. They had children. hmmm.....Kane and Abel.....
Probably the guys that made up the story in
the Bilbe forgot to mention where on earth the women they mated with came from. Or maybe they missed the part
where Adam and Eve got a few daughters. If so, then
Kane and Abel had sex with their own sisters. In that
case it is ok for Christian brothers and sisters to have sex.
Christians are pretty perverted i suppose then.
TO ALL CHRISTIANS:
You got a choice to make.
Either admit that your religion is made up by normal
human beings or admit that you are perverted.
No offense, just curious.

2007-06-28 18:23:22 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-28 18:20:46 · 15 answers · asked by gene_frequency 7

The people that flag every little question that has "mormon" in it.

2007-06-28 18:13:37 · 20 answers · asked by Cheese and Rice 2

Please state Book, chapter and verse that Mary, the mother of Jesus, had an immaculate birth.

I rest my case.

2007-06-28 18:13:31 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-06-28 18:10:41 · 18 answers · asked by Alisha 3

Is it a bad sign?

2007-06-28 18:09:48 · 15 answers · asked by Love Yahoo!!! wannabe a princess 4

last summer a friend of mine drowned this summer my cousin who was basically my only brother was also killed my faith was about the only thing that kept me sane no i m having the most difficult summer of my life without my most trusted friend/brother my other friends have been great and i had a strong connection with god but now i feel as if ive almost completely lost my faith

2007-06-28 18:08:55 · 14 answers · asked by shel5210 1

Do you embrace pluralism, or are you sickened by it? I recently read an article about an Episcopal priest in Seattle who claims to be both Christian and Muslim. Shockingly, she is still a priest in good standing. I don't get it. Christians profess Christ to be the Son of God who died for our sins and rose from the dead to conquer death; Muslims believe Jesus to be merely a prophet who did not even die on the cross. Incompatible beliefs, as far as I can tell. What are your views on this? What are your views on religious pluralism in general?

I really encourage you to read the article here: http://www.albertmohler.com/blog_read.php?id=964
This theologian gives some great insight to the absurdity of this deal. Read the whole thing through if you're going to read it at all.

Situations such as these are what make me want non-orthodox Episcopalians split with the Anglican Communion. Sigh. :o(

2007-06-28 18:08:51 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Just a quick reflection on Pascal's wager (in honor of it's 928,108,281st posting)... Is it even possible for the argument to convince anyone to change?... I know that even if I tried hard, I wouldn't be capable of changing my belief system without actually having some good argument for the belief itself, believing that believing it was in my best interest couldn't ever do it for me...

What about you guys?...

(For the record, please try not to evaluate how likely it is that changing is in your best interest, just answer the question)

2007-06-28 18:07:53 · 16 answers · asked by ‫‬‭‮‪‫‬‭‮yelxeH 5

Why do people feel the need to blame God for all the wrong things in their lives? Why do people say "How can God be real when there is so much evil in the world?"

God created us with FREE WILL. WE do horrible things to each other, not God. The devil tempts us with things, and we cave it. God had NOTHING to do with it.

2007-06-28 18:07:40 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

A week ago my husband of two years told me that he doesn't think he loves me anymore. Since we had our son last Sept. he's acted a little strange.. he doesn't want to be intimate (we go months..), he never hugs or kisses me voluntarily, he never wants to do anything as a family.. he's just so distant. I gained weight while I was pregnant because of an Eating Disorder I'd had for eleven years, so I feel like he's just not attracted to me anymore. I'm so scared that he's going to leave me and our son. When I say "I love you" he just says, "I know" or "Okay" He never talks to me. It's just killing me. I've had thoughts of hurting myself, though I know I could never be that selfish when I have a baby.. but it still scares me. Please pray for us. I love my husband more than anyone on the planet and I can't imagine my life without him. Thank you.

2007-06-28 18:03:16 · 20 answers · asked by ... 1

Now this just comes out of curiousity, since i am not
religious. I can guarantee that all the faith christians got comes from two things. Firstly, christians were brought up and
brain washed as christians. Secondly, christians claim
they had some sort of miralce brought upon them as they
prayed to God. The second reason is the more popular reason.
TO ALL CHRISTIANS:
Do you remember that you used to have problems
even before you were a firm believer?( you did not pray back then) Some of your problems were resolved and some not. Right? Now that you are praying some problems are not answered and some are. Right? Now did you need a miracle
back then when you were not praying to have your problem
resolved? Try to think logically; if the only reason why you have faith is due to prayers anwered you might as well stop
praying and compare the problems resolved ratio.
It does not take a rocket scientist to understand this logic.
No offense to all Christians. Just curious.

2007-06-28 18:01:23 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

Come on you stupid people. Just because people are athiests doesn't mean we are wrong about god. God may not be real. Christians don't have real proof that god is real because the bible could just be a story and mary could have actually screwed joseph or she could have been metally insane. None of the things christians say can be proven factual nor can athiets. No one will never actually know. Well, that is what I believe. Now tell what you think please.

2007-06-28 18:00:42 · 21 answers · asked by odd one out 2