Religion & Spirituality - 11 August 2007

Just wondering.

2007-08-11 17:51:10 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

I do not agree with many of the ideals of most religions, and most religious people don't agree with most of the ideals I live by. Although we disagree, we are human (more or less) and have a limited time learn and grow. As my health begins to fade more rapidly I feel that anything that evokes thought is worthwhile, even if it is done through somewhat devious means. I will continue to toss out questions that only make sense to me, or questions that are controversial, because they tend to provoke thought, and through thought knowledge and understanding. We all need to consider that everyone here is a person, with the same feelings and cares as everyone else. We also need to consider that in some cases, people actually have a lot riding on the answers received here. Though it is a good distraction for some of us, try to keep in mind that it is based on learning from each other. Answer honestly, Question often, and don't be afraid to have a good time.
Thanks for your time and opinions.

2007-08-11 17:50:26 · 22 answers · asked by Enigma®Ragnarökin' 7

Im working on a story for children, and I need an animal that matches all of the main religions. I will tell you what I have and you tell me if you like it, if your faith isnt listed PLEASE give me the faith and an animal that would fit it in a child's mind. The point of these stories is to teach children religious tolerance.

Rabbi Rabbit (judaism ofcourse)
Father Penguine (catholics)
Pastor Panda (protestants)
Buddest Monk Mice
kangaroos for atheists (I have no idea why but I like it)

2007-08-11 17:49:34 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

so loving and forgiving, then why do the churches discriminate against other religions and other lifestyles? I thought that you, as Christians, were supposed to love everybody?
Is the bible a lie then? Or just a big hypocrisy?

2007-08-11 17:45:09 · 8 answers · asked by Trickster 6

Although some christians are against Harry Potter, thats their choice, let it be. Why do people keep complaining about letting other kids read Harry Potter books. Its not that big of a deal, Some people just make it seem like all want to read harry potter, Since we belive in God, yes we would want our children to read the bible for a good purpose but what purpose does Harry have except for just being an interesting book? It's not end of the world if other peoples children don't read Harry. Let it go, its not a big deal.

2007-08-11 17:43:38 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

and Hindus, Sikhs, and Wiccans, and even atheists, and those that still worship the Egyptian Annead. May you all be very happy in this life, and that you be very blessed.

2007-08-11 17:41:43 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

if it is right to be baptised as a baby why wasn't jesus?

2007-08-11 17:37:50 · 15 answers · asked by rayhab 4

I keep asking this question, but I haven't really gotten a straight answer.

2007-08-11 17:36:35 · 11 answers · asked by Prof Fruitcake 6

Does it fall toward the light or the darkness? the past or the future?

2007-08-11 17:35:03 · 25 answers · asked by Ariel 128 5

I hate how some Christians don't allow their children to read Harry Potter, and I'm one of those kids. (I'm 13) I don't think they (they being people like my mom) think for themselves. They see that its about magic, witches and wizards and they assume it's evil. But why don't they read it for themselves and see deeper within the actual idea of the story?
There are many more things to worry about than kids reading stories about witches and wizards. It makes me mad that my mom makes the biggest deal of it, when there are bigger problems, like kids smoking, getting pregnant etc. And she's worried about me reading a kids book!

And banning the books doesn't help at all. "When in doubt, ban it," is what they're teaching. And that's definitely not right because you can't be cut off from the world, no matter how "Evil" something is. And even though banning the books seems trivial, it could possibly lead to kids leaving their faith, assuming it isn't just book banning. What're your views?

2007-08-11 17:32:26 · 36 answers · asked by . 2

One person writes about prayer and has 10,000 plus answers
written...since there could be at least 10,000 or more different Gods that earthlings worship...is it not more important who you worship than what you worship. When we say a prayer are we talking to just any thing ... anyone that will listen...There is one God that states that He is the ALMIGHTY!...So should we pray to any thing less than this... this ALMIGHTY God? It is not reasonable to go to a lesser power. WE NEED THE HIGHEST POWER!!!.The Egyptians found out how weak their Gods were...beware of imitations...their is only ONE ALMIGHTY...And this was not Jesus..from His own words he said the Father is Greater than I.. how many of us are willing to get an imitation at the cost of our life.

2007-08-11 17:32:02 · 7 answers · asked by kdwcnliz2 2

why did u lie?



"never lied" is a fool answer.

2007-08-11 17:31:03 · 29 answers · asked by sameer isreal 2

-God was once an ordinary man from another planet and then he gained exaltation and became God.
-Jesus Christ was a product of sexual relations between God and Mary.

I've been a member of the LDS Church all my life and we never discussed these ideas in church and seminary. Gordon B. Hinckley and our other general authorities never talked about these ideas at General Conference. I read the entire Book of Mormon and it doesn't mention these doctrines anywhere. So, where do these ideas come from?

2007-08-11 17:28:44 · 12 answers · asked by Maid Mesmera 3

" Repent and be baptized everyone of you in the name of Jesus."
Acts 2:38<><

2007-08-11 17:27:01 · 18 answers · asked by ? 4

Some people will get the main point out of this and then some won't. I can already see that coming.

So christians tell atheists that something can't come from nothing and yet say that God always existed...

Atheists tell us that things can come into existance (big bang) and create time and matter and everything at the same coherent time, and yet tell us that God could not be that reason...

So is there an actual difference in what both are saying. Christians have no evidence, atheists have no evidence.

Christians... the universe is mature could be old, atheists Bible states that God made the universe complete and mature.

What is the point of spending our time fighting when no one has the answer?

2007-08-11 17:26:20 · 12 answers · asked by Chris 5

Then why do you click "Religion and Spirituality?"
Some of you atheists claim you got away from Religion, but in reality you didn't. You still hang around religion areas where Christianity is most often discussed.

2007-08-11 17:25:50 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

A church in Arlington, Texas cancels a memorial service for a gay Vet 24 hours before.
I am very disturbed by this because churches are suppose to represent God! Not place judgement on people! As much as the this isn't my choice of a way to live.... I still am very sickened by this. The man is dead, he deserves to be honored. This is a megachurch, a nondenominational. All I can say is I am very disappointed!
What do your thoughts? Please, as usual, be respectful!!!! Thank you very much in advance!
http://news.aol.com/story/ar/_a/church-cancels-memorial-for-gay-vet/20070811110009990001?ncid=NWS00010000000001

2007-08-11 17:13:58 · 39 answers · asked by SDC 5

2007-08-11 17:13:42 · 13 answers · asked by Missy 4

When Jesus spoke of birth pains in an jewish apocalyptic manner he spoke of a re-birth after that we know that as a second coming of christ but now some religious leaders are adhering to the Mayan prophecy of 2012 as a guide of this rebirth of things all new to come..
Do you think they are being heretics OR do you think Jesus and a Pagan faith of the Mayans had an apocalyptic vision that jesus might of exposed to them?

2007-08-11 17:11:42 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I know it is not the most Christian thing to say, but I am tired after a long week (I work Saturdays too) and need at least one day where I don't have to get up early, dress and rush out the door by 8am. Why don't all churches have afternoon services?

2007-08-11 17:11:13 · 25 answers · asked by Signilda 7

Can you describe it to me?

2007-08-11 17:10:12 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm freaking out....out of nowhere like 12 flies appeared around my house.....I didn't leave the doors open all day...I don't know where they're coming from and it's freaking me out. I'm alone here in the house and I don't know how to kill them. I don't have a fly swatter and they're like everywhere.....what's going on? Could it be spiritual attack? Thanks

2007-08-11 17:08:38 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

i know mary was born without original sin, she was immaculately concieved, but i was reading some where and it said that the virgin mary was the only person ever to be born without original sin. i thought that jesus was also born without sin? so was jesus born without original sin, or did he just choose not to ever sin?

2007-08-11 17:06:05 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-11 17:05:55 · 35 answers · asked by shiningStar 2

What are your conclusions and thoughts based on this? Does this say anything to you?

"Regular meetings are mandatory for Muslims to stay connected with their community. But all Islamic organisations should adopt a "Family First" policy if they are serious about being vehicles of Islam. Lectures and conferences can only give people theoretical knowledge. You may fully understand the status of women in Islam, or the duties of wives, for example, but your trial is to see if you can behave in this manner at home. Each trial that your family presents to you is a means for inner purification, and serves as the practical training and test of your faith.

Denying companionship to your wife and children is not the meaning of Ibrahim's sacrifice. At no time did Ibrahim give up or sacrifice his relationship with his sons or his wives in order to follow Allah. Nor did he leave his sons' religious education and moral upbringing to their mothers while he went off to make dawah.

2007-08-11 17:05:30 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

andfor how long?
where was GOD hidding?

2007-08-11 17:05:29 · 7 answers · asked by sameer isreal 2

To me, religion is the practicing of a particular faith; and spirituality is what we have INSIDE.
What's your interpretation?:)

2007-08-11 16:57:30 · 16 answers · asked by 100% ♥Creole♥ 7

2007-08-11 16:55:42 · 9 answers · asked by Prof Fruitcake 6

I really don't get the "GOD HATES FAGS" signs and people who preach that. Where in the bible does it say that god "hates" gay people? Where in the bible does it say that god "hates" ANYONE?

The bible only says that taking part in homosexual acts is a sin. But lying is a sin as well, and so is sleeping with someone outside of marriage. If God "hates" gay people, then he "hates" people who lie, or envy their neighbor's car, or have sex before marriage.

I know that MY God doesn't hate anyone.

2007-08-11 16:55:40 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

How do i deal with racist SIL? This 21 year old woman tried to teach my 2 year old daughter to say "I'm a beaner" in from of me at the dinner table! I told her "Dyanna don't teach her those words! She refused to aknowledge that that was a racist word and just left! I am hispanic (of Spanish descent) married to white husband and daughter is half white/hispanic. I am staying with my in laws for one more month while husband is in Iraq.

2007-08-11 16:53:10 · 11 answers · asked by Elizabeth B 2