Religion & Spirituality - 14 September 2007

Some people promote an especially attractive idea: All true Christians, regardless of how they live, have an absolute assurance of salvation, once they accept Jesus into their hearts as "their personal Lord and Savior." The problem is that this belief is contrary to the Bible and constant Christian teaching.

Keep in mind what Paul told the Christians of his day: "If we have died with him [in baptism; see Rom. 6:3–4] we shall also live with him; if we persevere we shall also reign with him" (2 Tim. 2:11–12). So, If we do NOT persevere, we shall NOT reign with him. In other words, Christians can forfeit heaven.

The Bible makes it clear that Christians have a moral assurance of salvation (God will be true to his word and will grant salvation to those who have faith in Christ and are obedient to him [1 John 3:19–24]), but the Bible does not teach that Christians have a guarantee of heaven. There can be no absolute assurance of salvation.

2007-09-14 23:56:12 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

If you're adressing more than one atheist, DON'T SAY THINGS LIKE "Atheist, why don't you beleive in god?". I'm tired of people saying "Atheist" in their question when "Atheists" is the proper word. I don't go around asking "Christian, why do you beleive in god?" because it's common ******* sense to pluralize "Christian" if I'm asking more than one person. I mean, how hard is it to add an exra "S" to the damn word? I hate it more than I hate when people spell you as "u". And don't tell me "Calm down, It's not their fault" because it is. Jesus Christ, learn some english. RRRGHH.

2007-09-14 23:55:14 · 14 answers · asked by Tanjo22 3

After all, wouldn't we ALL prefer peace?

Through love, we can bring an end to hate. When we are loving towards others, they can then learn to be loving towards us.

I would never expect a person to give up their religion, religious beliefs or non-beliefs. Only to accept all others unconditionally. Loving all others as much as oneself.

Every time we argue, we damage our reputation with the person we argue with. Surely we should embrace what we dislike, and learn to understand it better.

So come on, people. Let's have a group hug and declare today a day of absolute tolerance on R&S.

Remind yourselves that there's no reason to offend others.

((((Hugs all))))

2007-09-14 23:40:31 · 20 answers · asked by ? 5

I do..............

2007-09-14 23:36:34 · 28 answers · asked by Elley 1

2007-09-14 23:34:35 · 23 answers · asked by bunnygrl43 5

Even though he created us and knew from the beginning how we would turn out. On the other hand, he set up this whole system of eternal torment in the first place, then allowed thousands of religions to spring up, punishing people who choose the wrong one.

Is that how it works? If you live a moral life but aren't 100% perfect, you deserve eternal torture because you didnt BELIEVE the right way.

2007-09-14 23:31:42 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

A. Laugh
B. Cry
C. Make sure your gun is clean and loaded
D. other?

2007-09-14 23:24:14 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-14 23:19:41 · 14 answers · asked by The Asker 4

what would you see? and what you would feel? Where would you be after you died?

2007-09-14 23:12:38 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous

then they will be on the same side and there will be peace on earth.

2007-09-14 23:10:16 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

What would be your view on an athiest who fufullied a life more moral than most christians around him, but was rejected many because he simply did not believe in god. Would you christians still like to see this man burn in hell?

2007-09-14 22:56:00 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

First, let me give you a little background; I was raised Irish Catholic---then as I got older I got into the beauty and logic of Paganism and Eastern Religions. I guess you could call me Christian---in loosest of terms. I believe in God and Jesus, but I don't buy into the hate, conceit, or "holier than thou" attitude. I believe there may just be many paths to God. Who am I to judge?

Anyway, being raised Catholic, I was given the gift of having a woman, a divine feminine, to turn to. Mary isn't God, no. But she is a comfort and and a feminine role model---much like a Christian version of the Pagan Goddess.

Why do so many Protestant/Baptist/Evangelical religions dislike or ouright hate, a feminine saint? What's the problem, really? Why do so many of them deny that she was Jesus's mother even though she gave birth to Him, raised Him, and was favored by God?

Does a sacred feminine, such as Mary, or the Pagan Goddess, threaten conservative Christians? WHY?

2007-09-14 22:40:57 · 25 answers · asked by Calliope 5

Can you tell me when amr khaled's &ahmed el-shokairi's shows
I want the times at al resala&mbc chanel.
P.S:if you are not muslim and don't know the answer ...then don't tell dump answers.thanks

2007-09-14 22:39:00 · 3 answers · asked by punk rock 1

Why? Why not?

The Catholic priests have been given authority by Jesus Christ himself.

Jn 20:19-23

In the evening of that same day, the first day of the week, the doors were closed in the room where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews. Jesus came and stood among them. He said to them, 'Peace be with you,'

and, after saying this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples were filled with joy at seeing the Lord,

and he said to them again, 'Peace be with you. 'As the Father sent me, so am I sending you.'

After saying this he breathed on them and said: Receive the Holy Spirit.

If you forgive anyone's sins, they are forgiven; if you retain anyone's sins, they are retained.

How do you interpret this passage?
Do you believe that this gift by the Holy Spirit has been passed down to the priests from the apostles?
If it was only given to the apostles then how will we be forgiven?

I wish someday you will recieve this Sacrament.

God bless us all

2007-09-14 22:31:02 · 16 answers · asked by jerriel 4

Jesus's position on the issues:

Anti-war
Matthew 5:38-48

Anti-death penalty
John 8:7

Anti-discrimination
Matthew 7:1-5
Mark 2:15-17
Luke 14:13-14

Anti-big business
Matthew 6:24
Matthew 19:21-24
James 5:1-6

Separation of church & state
Matthew 22:21

2007-09-14 22:30:42 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Somebody told me that while in the Bible there is a profecy that Christ would be resurrected on the third day, He actually was resurrected on the next day. Can anybody comment on it?

2007-09-14 22:27:10 · 13 answers · asked by dolempap 2

Canada allows gay marriage. Canadians have more freedoms than Americans. If 9/11 was about Muslims hating certain freedoms, why wasn't Canada attacked? And I know some of you die-hard fright-wingers will bring up that foiled attempt at an attack in Canada a few years ago, but think for a minute: that was *after* Canada sent troops to Iraq.

How many Muslim bashers here are willing to recognize the obvious truth that 9/11 happened because of our interference in Middle Eastern affairs? That it happened because of our unfortunate, blind support of Zionism?

2007-09-14 22:09:09 · 18 answers · asked by I'/\/\AZILLA2 3

Supposely a long time ago, God said "Prestow Chango" and made magical things happen that no science could understand.

But, now that we have scientists that can figure out just about everything in the universe, God's magic dissappeared.

Did God die? What happened to his magic miricles?

2007-09-14 22:04:27 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-14 21:58:46 · 15 answers · asked by Lover of God 3

2007-09-14 21:56:55 · 10 answers · asked by mashamontago 1

2007-09-14 21:56:35 · 14 answers · asked by Lover of God 3

trying to have a second child for two years, she is finally pregnant. A few months later she tells you that the doctors have told her that the child is going to be a girl, and that's just what they were hoping for. Some time after that, she calls and with quivering voice and tells you that the doctors have determined that the baby appears physically healthy BUT is going to be mentally challenged, autistic, and (for lack of a better word) retarded. She asks you for advice. She wonders if she should have an abortion. What do you tell her? Remember, she ASKED you for advise. Would you advise her to abort? Would you advise her to have the child but give her up for adoption or place her in a home for such as a child her ASAP? If you advised her to have the child, what would you say the first time you saw the child? Would you say something like "Isn't she sweet." or "She looks just like you." or, "She's just beautiful !" What would your advice be? What would you say? What would you do?

2007-09-14 21:40:04 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've being doing some research into the hebrew old testament, and the word that commomly means 'day' (yowm) can actually mean 'aeon'. Also, I remember some passage in the bible where Jesus is explaining that a day to us is not like a day to the lord, he gives an example..

2007-09-14 21:30:17 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous

People say god cannot interfere when something awful happens such as a child drowning in a car, or burning up in a fire, because of the whole free will thing, and yet you always hear religious ppl thanking god for much less important things such as helping them have a child after years of failed attempts, or winning the lottery or helping them get off drugs. My point is, that if he isnt going to help innocent children, what in the wold makes you people think he cares whether or not you ever have kids or any insignificant thing like that? Free will goes both ways right?

2007-09-14 21:28:20 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Which one is correct??--Christ said calling him Lord Lord is meaningless unless you obey--like treating all as you would like to be treated--like loving your enemies--like turning the other cheek.Why do some Christians insist they are saved--yet feel free to disobey Christ by judging & condemning others???
Matthew 7: 21Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the
kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.

2007-09-14 21:24:01 · 14 answers · asked by huffyb 6

I got up early one morning and rushed right into the day.
I had so much to accomplish that I didn't have time to pray.
Problems just tumbled about me, and heavier came the task.
"Why doesn't God help me?" I wondered. He answered, "You didn't ask."
I wanted to see joy and beauty, but the day toiled on, gray and bleak.
I wondered why God didn't show me. He said "But you didn't seek."
I tried to come into God's presence; I used all my keys at the lock.
God gently and lovingly chided, "My child, you didn't knock."
I woke up early this morning, and paused before entering the day;
I had so much to accomplish that I had to take a little time to pray.


Have you ever asked, seeked or knocked?

2007-09-14 21:22:23 · 12 answers · asked by Angel Eyes 5

There is a person on here who is very anti Catholic and I mean very anti Catholic, he is CJ, see profile below, he really annoys me with his answers, sometimes I feel like emailing him and explaining to him how wrong he is, but I know he won't listen

Could you please pray that he sees the errors of his way and realise that we are Christians and see us as God's children as well?


http://answers.yahoo.com/my/profile;_ylt=Ao44sSepwrwmNOJUNTqOjSHd7BR.;_ylv=3?show=1953ee38fb61aca81efdd17bbaf7e427aa

2007-09-14 21:17:28 · 14 answers · asked by Angel Eyes 5

2007-09-14 21:17:11 · 16 answers · asked by chohan1556 1

The Christian community has alot but what of Islam, Hindu, Buddah etc?

2007-09-14 21:14:42 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-14 21:13:46 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous