Religion & Spirituality - 1 October 2007

"As to Noah, the Christian now has much more upon which to base his faith than Noah had upon which to base his faith in a coming deluge." The Watchtower

2007-10-01 07:54:25 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I hear a lot of people swear that KJV is the ONLY bible to read but that seems a tad arrogant. I mean I've heard some people say that it should only be read in english which is god's language but that's preposterous.

I've also noticed heated debates between people that like NIV and people who see it as filth.

What gives?

2007-10-01 07:54:19 · 16 answers · asked by Tony AM 5

isn't that a miracle?

2007-10-01 07:51:13 · 21 answers · asked by Ťango 3

2007-10-01 07:50:36 · 27 answers · asked by LordVader 4

will religious fanatics bring about the end of days to fulfil their prophesies? Ignorance within religious organizations teaches their followers to show discontent toward their fellow man. It seems to me that some Christians are just waiting in anticipation for Judgement Day, what will happen when JD doesnt come; will they make it happen? we already see religious fanaticism in the east, what threat are our own people to the safety of our Nations?

I know not all Religious people are fanatics, that most are good, rounded individuals, but what about the ones that aren't?

2007-10-01 07:48:58 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous

I recently became anti-religious (or am still in the process of becoming so). It does bother me a bit seeing that it's a step further than atheism was for me and I am not particularly fond of going to extremes.

However, I see that more evil came from religion than from no religion and the Big Three (Judaism, Christianity, Islam) are certainly cruel religions, judging by their holy books.

It doesn't worry me so much when people believe in their god(s), but when they follow an organised religion that claims to know the truth, and that (according to their books) is not too proud to approve of stonings, slavery etc.

I don't even mind the people; it's rather like I don't like hiphop, but I still like people listening to hiphop.

Anybody sharing these views? How do you go about it? Do actively go against it (by sharing your views with religious people, supporting Dawkins, whatever)? Can you really sit back and do nothing while thinking that religions are a serious threat?

2007-10-01 07:48:20 · 26 answers · asked by Maria - Godmother II of the AM 4

2007-10-01 07:46:38 · 14 answers · asked by Radiator 4

Aside from all of us swearing fealty to his tyrannic rule.

2007-10-01 07:46:38 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

"blood stained into foreign dust" because im not exactly sure where abouts it is also what does it mean

2007-10-01 07:42:39 · 8 answers · asked by luvin_me_4_me 5

I have been going to a youth club which is run by Christians, they all have so much confidence and high self-esteem, i have none of that, i have tried asking Jesus/God if they will help me but i haven't yet recieved a clear enough sign to let me know about there true existance, i want to be a Christian, but then i don't :s i think i kinda want to be one becasue when i am in there company i feel uncomfortable becasue i am a non-Christian and they all are Christians, but then i don't think i would be able to give up certain things to ensure this, things like.....masturbation :s

Female - virgin - single - 15

2007-10-01 07:42:24 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

Ok this is not a question of is the bible the word of god or any kind of argument to support one way or the other


but how old is the book there has to be sientific data showing its atleast 200 years old or 2,000 years old. how old would you say

2007-10-01 07:39:53 · 14 answers · asked by Boston George 3

Is it based on uprbringing, rational thought, or something else? This question is for all Christians whether Roman Catholics, Orthodox Catholics, or Protestants. Also what is your definition of a Christian? And who and what do you consider a saved Christian? Thank you for your answers in advance.

2007-10-01 07:38:34 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-01 07:37:25 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

Why are people so cold towadrs Jesus-Yeshua? And why are they offended when someone even pronounces His name? He only did good to all mankind. Why do people look at people's failiars, and not let Jesus be their example. I tell you this would be a better place with Jesus example going around. Anastasia @yeshuastruth.com

2007-10-01 07:36:23 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

what Does A.D. stand for and what does it translate too?



please tell me at least a single christian here has common sence.

2007-10-01 07:34:57 · 20 answers · asked by Adam of the wired 7

can anyone recommend a deck (other than the Witches Tarot) that you have used and had good results with?

2007-10-01 07:34:06 · 19 answers · asked by Diane 4

2007-10-01 07:34:06 · 16 answers · asked by b n r 2

I have no “burden of proof”, for this is not a debate.

I have a “burden to warn”, and that is all:
"When I [GOD] say to a wicked man, 'You will surely die,' and you do not warn him or speak out to dissuade him from his evil ways in order to save his life, that wicked man will die for his sin, and I will hold you accountable for his blood. But if you do warn the wicked man and he does not turn from his wickedness or from his evil ways, he will die for his sin; but you will have saved yourself" -Ezekiel 3:18-19
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So, why do you keep demanding proof?

Even as Jesus stated, “None will be given…” (Matthew 12:39)

If Jesus Himself would give no proof (except for coming back from the dead), then why do you make such an outlandish demand from His slaves?

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2007-10-01 07:33:45 · 61 answers · asked by yachadhoo 6

Im from the UK, and I'm an Atheist, and I have never encountered any form of discrimination or predjudice against me for my inbelief. I was wondering what your point of view was on this, personal experience would be valued :). Thankyou.

2007-10-01 07:33:35 · 14 answers · asked by Ryan W 2

I just really want peoples' opinions on this... Do you believe that a homosexual person can be a christian? I am a christian brought up to believe that being homosexual and being a christian just can not happen based on the word of the Bible. Just wondering what you guys thought... Please respect the opinions of everyone who answers. Thanks!!

2007-10-01 07:32:34 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-01 07:30:33 · 21 answers · asked by Diane 4

2007-10-01 07:28:23 · 14 answers · asked by MoPleasure4U 4

2007-10-01 07:27:41 · 19 answers · asked by Christian Sinner 7

like jus becuz yu love god dosent mean that u cant be smart right everytime i see them athiests on here tellin christians and jews that they are dum it makes me mad cuz we r no differnet we are peoepel just people who belie ve in god if you belie ved in god you would too

2007-10-01 07:25:20 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

if so, what is it?

I often wear either a pentacle or a spiral goddess pendant.

2007-10-01 07:24:16 · 37 answers · asked by Diane 4

Another user told me that he "believes that physical laws, probability, and consciousness could all be called 'God.' We could 'worship' them through scientific research, playing the odds, and thinking clearly."

Why is this type of religious belief so rare?

2007-10-01 07:23:05 · 20 answers · asked by Bebe 3

I was there, because i'm a student there.. It was such a disgrace to see him being humiliated EVEN BEFORE HE CAME ON THE STAGE, AND ANSWERED ANY QUESTIONS. I was wondering... what does everyone here, who has heard his speech think about the way Bollingar ( Columbia's President) acted towards Irans President?

and.. what do you think about the speech that was given by the Ahmaddanijad?

personally I think he rightfully embarrassed everyone there by saying "In Iran.. it is our duty to honor the guest respectfully"

2007-10-01 07:21:43 · 24 answers · asked by ۩MoonLit Muslima۩ 5

False Prophecies of the Jehovah's Witnesses

The Witnesses make many claims in their attempt to convert you to their faith. They profess to have the only true Christian church, to be the only true representatives of God, to have the only correct biblical teaching, and to be the only true announcers of Jehovah's coming kingdom.
If they are the only true church and are the only true voice of God's word, then what they say should prove to be true, especially in prophecy. When it comes to predicting the future, the Watchtower organization fails miserably. Following are some of the false predictions made over the years by the Watchtower organization. If you present these to a JW, he will probably say something like, "Those are taken out of context," or "They didn't claim to be the prophet of God," or "The light is getting brighter and we are understanding Bible prophecy better now," etc. Make a copy of these false prophecies, found in the appendix, and give it to them to check. They are right out of the Witnesses' literature.
Remember Deut. 18:22, "If what a prophet proclaims in the name of the LORD does not take place or come true, that is a message the LORD has not spoken. That prophet has spoken presumptuously. Do not be afraid of him." If someone makes a false prophecy, and they have claimed to be a prophet of God, then they are false prophets and are not to be listened to.
Do the Witnesses claim to be the prophet of God? Yes, they do.

In 1972 the Jehovah's Witness Watchtower claimed to be the prophet of God.


IDENTIFYING THE "PROPHET" -- "So does Jehovah have a prophet to help them, to warn them of dangers and to declare things to come? These questions can be answered in the affirmative. Who is this prophet?...This "prophet" was not one man, but was a body of men and women. It was the small group of footstep followers of Jesus Christ, known at that time as International Bible Students. Today they are known as Jehovah's Christian Witnesses...Of course, it is easy to say that this group acts as a ‘prophet' of God. It is another thing to prove it." The Watchtower, 4/1/72, p. 197. (See Deut. 18:21)


1897 "Our Lord, the appointed King, is now present, since October 1874," Studies in the Scriptures, Vol. 4, page 621.

1899 "...the ‘battle of the great day of God Almighty' (Revelation 16:14), which will end in A.D. 1914 with the complete overthrow of earth's present rulership, is already commenced." The Time Is at Hand, page 101 (1908 edition).

1916 "The Bible chronology herein presented shows that the six great 1000 year days beginning with Adam are ended, and that the great 7th Day, the 1000 years of Christ's Reign, began in 1873." The Time Is at Hand, page ii, (forward).

1918 "Therefore we may confidently expect that 1925 will mark the return of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and the faithful prophets of old, particularly those named by the Apostle in Hebrews 11, to the condition of human perfection." Millions Now Living Will Never Die, page 89.

1922 "The date 1925 is even more distinctly indicated by the Scriptures than 1914." The Watchtower 9/1/22, page 262.

1923 "Our thought is, that 1925 is definitely settled by the Scriptures. As to Noah, the Christian now has much more upon which to base his faith than Noah had upon which to base his faith in a coming deluge." The Watchtower, page 106 4/1/23.

1925 "The year 1925 is here. With great expectation Christians have looked forward to this year. Many have confidently expected that all members of the body of Christ will be changed to heavenly glory during this year. This may be accomplished. It may not be. In his own due time God will accomplish his purposes concerning his people. Christians should not be so deeply concerned about what may transpire this year." The Watchtower, 1/1/25, page. 3.

1925 "It is to be expected that Satan will try to inject into the minds of the consecrated, the thought that 1925 should see an end to the work." The Watchtower, Sept, 1925 page 262.

1926 "Some anticipated that the work would end in 1925, but the Lord did not state so. The difficulty was that the friends inflated their imaginations beyond reason; and that when their imaginations burst asunder, they were inclined to throw away everything." The Watchtower, page 232.

1931 "There was a measure of disappointment on the part of Jehovah's faithful ones on earth concerning the years 1917, 1918, and 1925, which disappointment lasted for a time...and they also learned to quit fixing dates." Vindication, page 338.

1941 "Receiving the gift, the marching children clasped it to them, not a toy or plaything for idle pleasure, but the Lord's provided instrument for most effective work in the remaining months before Armageddon." The Watchtower, 9/15/41, page 288.

1968 "True, there have been those in times past who predicted an ‘end to the world', even announcing a specific date. Yet nothing happened. The ‘end' did not come. They were guilty of false prophesying. Why? What was missing?.. Missing from such people were God's truths and evidence that he was using and guiding them." Awake, 10/8/68.

1968 "Why are you looking forward to 1975?" The Watchtower, 8/15/68, page 494.

A JW might say that the organization is still learning. If that is so, then how can they trust what they are taught now by the Watchtower? Will what they are being taught now change also?
A true prophet of God won't err in prophesying. Only a false prophet does. The Jehovah's Witness organization, that claims to be a prophet of God, is really a false prophet. Jesus warned us by saying, "For false Christs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and miracles to deceive even the elect -- if that were possible" (Matt. 24:24).

2007-10-01 07:20:38 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

A christian, a jew and a muslim wrote a book about getting along and learning the simularities in their religions... in a nut shell..."we are all after the same thing, just taking dfferent pathways". I don't get it. How can a christian who believes in Jesus as part of the trinity find similarity with a jew who denies Jesus was the son of God? I think a couple of these ladies are in for a big surprise.

2007-10-01 07:19:48 · 12 answers · asked by MonkeyMami 2

hot dog buns come in packs of 8.

2007-10-01 07:16:33 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous