Religion & Spirituality - 14 July 2007

Deuteronomy 4:39, Exodus 3:14

2007-07-14 13:29:39 · 4 answers · asked by hairypotto 6

I've read a lot of answers, from xians in particular, who have been very quick to put bulletholes in the big bang and this thing called reality

Why not choose logic and actually *live* rather than believe and hope for something when u die?

2007-07-14 13:29:32 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous

My fiancee was told today by someone that the Rhythm Method was more effective than a vasectomy.

This person also had 6 kids.

2007-07-14 13:22:11 · 37 answers · asked by Anonymous

the reason the romans used it so much was because it took days for people to die. But jesus only spent a few hours up there (fortunatley for him, as it isn't a pleasent death)

2007-07-14 13:20:57 · 44 answers · asked by Stannnn 3

that is based on inconclusive information and goes against what reasonable, ethical people believe?

2007-07-14 13:20:48 · 7 answers · asked by ANyone but you 2

Are they denying the blood of Christ? Also why are there huge similarities between their Temple rituals and Freemasonry rituals? How can they explain all the occult symbols on the Temple such as the pentagram, the all seeing eye, and the secret handshakes?

2007-07-14 13:19:35 · 18 answers · asked by shadowboxer78 2

Well?

http://www.helium.com/tm/441709/sacrifice-flowero-sacrifice-flower

2007-07-14 13:19:16 · 2 answers · asked by Christopher A 1

I've read a lot of answers, from Atheists in particular, who have been very quick to put bulletholes in the belief of God and in Christ.

While I am a Christian myself, and not seeking any other doctrine or lack thereof, I am in search of some understanding. from those who push organized religion to the wayside, and who embrace the theory that there is no God, or Heaven or Hell, or salvation in Christ.

Instead, what do you believe? What has brought you to these conclusions? What has proven to you that the Christian belief is erroneous?

It should be known that I am not judging you, or condemning your belief system, but simply trying to create a venue for you to clear up any misinformation about your convictions. I believe it is important for us all to understand each other. Also, I don't believe that it is fair for any one of us to make claim against another without fully understanding (not necessarily agreeing with) another's side.

BA to the most insightful answer.

2007-07-14 13:19:07 · 35 answers · asked by Anonymous

with the disclaimer - 'but i could easily be wrong'?

2007-07-14 13:15:21 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Like most people, I want happiness and peace for everyone. No war, no racism, no starving, no homeless...you get the picture.
Is it possible...?
If a majority want this, can we not make change? and no, I am not religious.

2007-07-14 13:14:55 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

Have you ever thought about your soul - can it be saved?
Or perhaps you think that when you're dead you just stay in your grave
Is God just a thought within your head or is he a part of you?
Is Christ just a name that you read in a book when you were in school?
When you think about death do you lose your breath or
do you keep your cool?
Would you like to see the Pope on the end of a rope
do you think he's a fool?
Well I have seen the truth, yes I've seen the light and I've changed my ways
And I'll be prepared when you're lonely and scared at the end of our days

Could it be you're afraid of what your friends might say
If they knew you believe in God above?
They should realize before they criticize
that God is the only way to love
Is your mind so small that you have to fall
In with the pack wherever they run
Will you still sneer when death is near
And say they may as well worship the sun?
I think it was true it was people like you that crucified Christ
I think it is sad the opinion

2007-07-14 13:14:29 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-14 13:14:20 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous

Please?

:)

2007-07-14 13:13:25 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

they try to preach lies through new gospels called catechisms why?

2007-07-14 13:05:47 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

how many of you are involved in Voodoo or Vudu? is it a truely dangerous beleif?

2007-07-14 13:03:37 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

In light of the fact that the Roman Catholic Church, Los Angeles Archdiocese, just settled its clergy abuse cases for at least $600 million, by far the largest payout in the church's sexual abuse scandal, is it hypocritical for them to denounce Giuliani as a corrupted Catholic politician. Should the church not concentrate on their own shortcomings before commenting on others. Does not the bible say "do not say brother let me get the speck from your eye when a plank comes out of your own. (paraphrased)?" Is there not separation of church and state?

2007-07-14 13:02:15 · 11 answers · asked by What the...?!? 6

2007-07-14 13:02:05 · 10 answers · asked by september_serenade 1

I suppose that not all pentecostals are pretribulationists. Is that right?

2007-07-14 13:01:15 · 8 answers · asked by noname 1

Why do we have to die? And why did God create death? Is there a God? What is the proof and evidence? Is there proof and evidence for all these questions?

2007-07-14 13:00:32 · 27 answers · asked by curiousperson 1

To me it means to be intentional in all that I do, and to be accountable not just for my actions, but for their impacts (intended and otherwise).

2007-07-14 12:58:30 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-14 12:57:39 · 1 answers · asked by Mettle Gnosis Seraph 3

Since religious belief goes 'poof' under the glaring light of critical thought, it is obvious that critical thinking ability is a rare commodity in the USA. In fact, I dare say that most of the adult population of the USA has never even HEARD of critical thinking... much less, actually know how to do it. This is not surprising, though... the US public education system is designed to create 'employees'... not 'thinkers'. It is even possible to get an advanced degree in a scientific discipline, and STILL never encounter the concept of critical thinking... that being in the 'fuzzy' sciences... in the 'hard' sciences, critical thinking is a necessity.

Anyway... IQ tests are an indicator of critical thinking... at least potential, if not actual ability. I think that elections would produce better results if everyone was allocated a number of votes based on this formula: Votes = IQ x Age. Heck... it might even become possible to elect an Independent as President, using this idea.

2007-07-14 12:56:24 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

Jehovah, wrathful God of vengeance and retribution.
Lucifer, the light bearer.
Satan, Receiver of transcendent souls and corrupted bodies.
this sums up all ppl??
What belief is this?

2007-07-14 12:51:36 · 7 answers · asked by urstory 2

i found this on a website and i thought it was pretty interesting. the whole article is at http://whywontgodhealamputees.com/god19.htm if you want to read the whole article.

Norm: If Jesus is God, why didn't Jesus ever prove that he is God?

Chris: He did! He performed many miracles, and he was resurrected. That proves that he is God!

Norm: Why did he not prove that he is God in a way that is definitive and scientifically provable -- for example, by moving a mountain?

Chris: He could not do that! That would take away man's free will to believe in him. People must come to God through faith.

Norm: Why, then, did Jesus perform the miracles described in the Gospels?

Chris: To prove that he is God. If he had not done the miracles, culminating in his final most miraculous resurrection, we would not know that he is God.

Norm: I thought that if Jesus performed miracles to prove that he was God, then it took away our free will.

Chris: No.

Norm: Isn't that what you just said?

2007-07-14 12:49:25 · 19 answers · asked by ♪my goddess♪ 2

I was looking at an episode of HORIZON (the British version of the PBS show NOVA), and it talked about Michael Drosnin, the author of THE BIBLE CODE. Apparently he claimed that the Jewish year corresponding to 2006 would be a year full of world disasters and nuclear holocaust. You can have a look at at least the first few minutes of this show. This is of course an illegally stored episode of a copyrighted series, so if you are an ethical person you must never, ever, ever click this and run it:

http://www.tv-links.co.uk/link.do/9/5252/7831/50653/73785

Michael Drosnin must have egg on his face now. Or does he now change his tune and "reinterpret" the holy word of God?


http://skepdic.com/bibcode.html

2007-07-14 12:48:56 · 9 answers · asked by PIERRE S 4

Other than culturally identifiable religious symbols, such as bindis, khimār, crosses, yarmulke, pentagrams and the like.

What do people wear that publicly identifies (or hints at) their spiritual and/or religious beliefs.

For example, I am a man who has both ears pierced (and has for over 20 years). My reasons for wearing earrings is that I feel strongly that it is ridiculous to make assumptions about people based on appearances.

What do you wear that has significance to you, and how does it identify you to a larger community?

2007-07-14 12:47:32 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

Why should we believe anything they say (regarding religion)?

2007-07-14 12:47:12 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070714162803AAGhS7z&r=w&pa=FZptHWf.BGRX3OFMiTBRVQ4ng2wFEu3gwQfsmpyC7Z2wGHkYkQ--&paid=answered#E8F9BDvNNDHPahB95p75

inspired by the above question.

Do you think non-Christians should have their freedom of religion taken away ?

Do you think the gov't should give preferential treatment to Chirstians ?

If the senate can be opened with Christian prayer, can the senate also be opened with a non-Christian prayer ? Or should ONLY Christian prayers be allowed, as so many Christians have suggested.

Should students in public schools be allowed to pray ? All religions or only Christian ?

Wiccan students have been suspended from schools while Christian students were allowed to wear their crosses. Do you agree with this ?

The gov't gives money to Christian organizations to provide social svcs that consist mainly of evangelising. Bush has flat out stated that Wiccan organization won't be eligible to run social services with tax payer $. agree ?

2007-07-14 12:42:13 · 20 answers · asked by queenthesbian 5

2007-07-14 12:41:16 · 15 answers · asked by Mettle Gnosis Seraph 3

WELL NOT FOR LONG!!!!!!!

If you ever wonder whether something is right or wrong, just ask yourself what you'd think if someone dit that to you!!!!

I should be a therapist!!!

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2007-07-14 12:38:27 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous