Religion & Spirituality - 13 August 2007

Does this mean that the current Pope Benedict the XVI does this too?

2007-08-13 16:54:18 · 28 answers · asked by krystal_engel 3

How does that prove god exists? LET ALONE a specific god of a specific text?

2007-08-13 16:52:08 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

where would you go and who would your message be directed to?

2007-08-13 16:50:38 · 13 answers · asked by Eartha Q 6

I surely don't according to the bible, but do you?

2007-08-13 16:49:22 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

Sexuality is a normal condition of the sex nature; Sensuality is a abnormal condition or a sin. Sexuality is God-given, God honored and God-blessed, between a married man and woman. Sensuality is the perversion of sexuality, and a sin. Do you all think this is true?

2007-08-13 16:48:20 · 12 answers · asked by flannelpajamas1 4

If he was perfect did he also have the perfect smile? Was he susceptable to cavities or even simple tarter buildup? He smiles alot in the pictures but he never shows any teeth. I worry he may have had bad teeth or maybe a really gummy smile and is self-concious about it.

2007-08-13 16:44:53 · 6 answers · asked by brighty 3

2007-08-13 16:44:30 · 3 answers · asked by Terry 7

When talking about the voice of God, Christians always say that the Bible says "my sheep will know my voice". But does the Bible even say this?! All I can find is John 10:27 which says: "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me." That doesn't say my sheep KNOW my voice. It just says we hear it.

So, is there another place in the Bible that says "my sheep will KNOW my voice"?

2007-08-13 16:43:36 · 10 answers · asked by jamie68117 3

2007-08-13 16:41:26 · 55 answers · asked by dreamyfairy 6

2007-08-13 16:41:19 · 22 answers · asked by blogdog123 4

2007-08-13 16:38:39 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-13 16:37:09 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

.......are you absolutely sure ???

2007-08-13 16:36:46 · 46 answers · asked by Anonymous

I asked a question a few days ago, about the generally promoted concept of Hell, as a place of eternal torture. Obviously, if such a place existed, any god who would send people there would have to be evil. For stating this, I predictably got some personal insults as responses.

But one of the more interesting answers I got was the statement that "the 'torture' of Hell is total separation from God, and total failure as a human being."

If Hell is really nothing more than separation from God, this would make a lot more sense than the concept of Hell that is usually talked about. It would not require a sadistic, evil God torturing people for all eternity.

But if that's the case, why do so many people who talk about Hell talk about the version with the lakes of fire and torturing demons and such? Do they really believe such a place exists? Or are they just trying to scare others into believing as they do? Is that even moral?

2007-08-13 16:35:40 · 23 answers · asked by au_catboy 3

So we know what to follow. If they're written by individuals, how do they propose things will be in the future. Some things have been proven to be false. And NO book is every 100 % accurate.

2007-08-13 16:31:26 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Once upon a time, there was a Spanish explorer named Magellan. He was all set to steal the gold from the indians in the Philipines. So he went ashore with his army and holding nothing but a big cross. He was convinced that god would keep him safe because he was holding the cross. Well, the indians slaughtered him anyway. Is that proof that there is no god? God did not even appear to him to say "Sorry Mag, I am not going to help you, your motives are wrong Bro" Nothing, not even a hint or sign that there was no help coming down. But he was a devout, religious, person. What happened?

2007-08-13 16:27:39 · 14 answers · asked by 1st Liberal 6

2007-08-13 16:25:34 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous

I did say "some" so lets not all get on me for labeling one group or the other.

For the record, I am Christian. I am sick and tired of seeing Christian discussions become prove it debates with no bleievers. I have known some really nice atheist people who disagree with my views but to me that is their personal right. I don't hide my views but I don't see it written where I'm supposed to tirelessly try to convert non believers. Isnt it more our job as christians to be available to them, live by example, and offer the truth then leave it up to the individual whether or not to believe it?

OK so to the non believers, why do some of you feel the need to attempt to disprove us? What is the problem for someone having their own beliefs? What if Christians are wrong? who cares? If we are then really is any harm done? If we are right however..... (cue the bass drums) Im just trying to figure out why it bothers you that we believe.

2007-08-13 16:22:37 · 29 answers · asked by Rudy 3

If a person can sin, and then ask Jesus for forgiveness, what's the point of trying not to sin?

2007-08-13 16:22:12 · 26 answers · asked by MJ 3

I got a seven year old nephew who believes in Santa.

He is very obsessed with Santa and waits for him every year.

He frequently asks me why Santa can't come more often, so i decided to tell him the truth that santa is a made up fairytale for kids.

I felt he was old enough to stop day dreaming about Santa.

However, he refused to believe me and said he could feel Santa was real.

So i asked him how Santa could appear at everyone's home simultaneously. He told me that Santa is omnipotent and he respects Santa as God.

I told him that he should believe in Jesus, not Santa as God.

He told me that he oftenly prays to Santa and Santa frequently answers his prayers.

So I asked him how he was so sure it was not a coincidence.
So he told me that he got a relationship with Santa and he got faith in Santa that nothing can disprove.

He told me it was not about the prayers, but it was about the relationship that he could feel, and it feels very real for him.

2007-08-13 16:21:32 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-13 16:19:59 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

2 Thessalonians 2:11-12 (King James Version)

11And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie:

12That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.

2007-08-13 16:19:15 · 18 answers · asked by robert 6

What denomination or theology would be your closest "brothers in Christ" that you share the most beliefs with?

Please don't say, "none of them." You claim the Christian label, so do other Christian denominations.

2007-08-13 16:17:28 · 9 answers · asked by ccrider 7

2007-08-13 16:16:36 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

witch is correct? for give me if the catholic bible also has many different versons of their book. I do not know much about them. What is the difference? and which one do you perfer and think is correct?

2007-08-13 16:14:50 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have read several answers by "Mavis" tonight that seem racist and I don't think that is appropriate on here. I have NEVER reported anyone ...I don't want to...but I'm wondering if I should? Would you? She is probably just trying to get attention and with this question, I may be giving her that....but I want your opinions ----should I report her? (note: I don't hit the report button but this is getting ridiculous. Read some of her answers and you will see what I mean.)

2007-08-13 16:12:56 · 44 answers · asked by Native Spirit 6

Assuming I am some heathen and have little knowledge of the bible to begin with, am a fast comprehending reader, and have LOADS of free time.

I have a week before school starts and nothing better to do with my life.

Do you think I could finish it?

Alright- rephrase, do you think that once I finished it in that ammount of time I would have gotten anything out of it?

2007-08-13 16:11:45 · 12 answers · asked by Chris 3

Because of Religion we have wars and we have religious nuts. My question to the Atheist is what can we do to save the world form the polution that is already done and has no way out of the atmosphere? What should I expect from death? I'm not trying to be a smart ***, I just want to hear your opinions? I'll respect your comments.

2007-08-13 16:09:54 · 14 answers · asked by Vision 2

Many people think of "faith" as either a feeling or a collection of ideas that represent one's convictions. Although both of these concepts involve elements of faith, the full definition is much broader. What is faith to you? Is your main element in faith in its relation to the invisible God?

2007-08-13 16:08:47 · 18 answers · asked by flannelpajamas1 4

Also, post the religion/beliefs you follow.

Yes, I'm aware they are on the same political party and that this wouldn't be possible in the real life. I'm just curious what people here on R&S think. :)

2007-08-13 16:08:15 · 25 answers · asked by Stardust 6