Religion & Spirituality - 11 November 2007

Even if their were no reprocussions, Would you still be a law abiding citizen?

2007-11-11 14:20:09 · 17 answers · asked by Gary S 3

I realize all you atheists are going to have a heyday with this, but oh, well - have at it!

2007-11-11 14:19:04 · 22 answers · asked by Discerning 3

Now I know not all blacks go to black churches, cause there a few that go to the church i go to. So what do they teach in churches that black people go to, and if i went, would it be acceptable cause i am white?

2007-11-11 14:18:25 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

Okay, so I have been wanting to convert for years and years. I have been studying since 7th grade to become an Orthodox Jew and have been trying to practice as much as possible within the law without violating it--I want to convert by my 18th birthday which is this summer, so I would need to start studying last month...I'm hoping that since I've been studying on my own for so long it won't take as long as it normally might.

Anyways, the only thing left to do is to take the jump in calling the rabbi. However, I am afraid. The rabbi in charge of Geirus at the CRC doesn't seem very friendly and I am very shy, I am also afraid of getting rejected very roughly because I have wanted this so long.

Does there exist somewhere a list of Orthodox Jewish rabbis in the Chicago area who do conversions?

Any other help or anything else you have to offer is appreciated.

Thank you so much...

2007-11-11 14:16:07 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

A youth pastor at a pentecostal church told his young followers that they couldn't be "friend" friends with non-christians, only acquaintances. As an example, he said, "Imagine you knew someone who was a rapist. You could be their acquaintance, but not their friend." How do you feel about equating non-christians to rapists? How about saying non-christians and christians can only be acquaintances?

2007-11-11 14:10:34 · 39 answers · asked by nunovyorebiznis 4

Is this even in the Bible or is it just something that people say? Also, is this seen in other religions? Thanks! (I'm giving a speech and part of it is related to this)

2007-11-11 14:10:33 · 7 answers · asked by ahelaumakani 4

I just read an answer to another question (the particular question and answer aren't really important here) that said "God is in absolute control, but He does give us the right to choose." This confuses me. How can we truly have the ability to make our own choices if someone else has "complete control" over us? I'm not trying to be flippant about this. This is an honest question!

2007-11-11 14:04:10 · 24 answers · asked by Two quarters & a heart down 5

2007-11-11 14:03:36 · 5 answers · asked by . 7

2007-11-11 14:01:11 · 4 answers · asked by the pink baker 6

Just beacuse you dont beileve in christianity dont mean they have to yell about you going to hell and everything. You are your own person no one should be able to change that

2007-11-11 14:01:07 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

Can you explain what does it say in the Gospel of Luke 20: 27-38? I had read it over like 3 times and I still do not understand the message in it. If you can can you explain it
to me the 2nd part?

2007-11-11 13:59:19 · 6 answers · asked by babe 2

The media seems to think so. Isn't it both the same thing? Religious intolerance?

2007-11-11 13:59:16 · 22 answers · asked by siamvelvet72 7

2007-11-11 13:58:58 · 10 answers · asked by . 7

They say that the Israelites are 12 tribes descended from the 12 sons of Israel (Jacob). However, would Jacob's daughter Dinah also be considered an Israelite?

2007-11-11 13:58:47 · 3 answers · asked by J.P. 1

2007-11-11 13:57:27 · 5 answers · asked by andrew b 2

I am a Christian and I mean hardcore Christian.

I have so much faith in Jesus that it flows out of my veins.

However, I am not a good person. I sin alot; and I mean alot.

I lie, steal, cheat, and hurt people. I can't stop it eventhough I know it is bad.

Everytime I sin I ask God for forgiveness. I don't just ask for forgiveness just like that; I am sincere about it.

However, I keep on sinning like hell and I enjoy it as hell. When I am done I ask for forgiveness.

I have a brother that despises me of my conduct. He on the other hand is an unbelievablly good person. He is a saint compared to me being a devil.

The twist is he is not a Christian and he even opposes every religion in this world claiming that religion is the cause of so much suffering in the world.

He says Jesus was just a man and he'll never change his mind.

Well, who cares? I am going to heaven and my brother is going to hell, or atleast he won't be in heaven.

This is a real story.

2007-11-11 13:54:25 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

and im sorta worried.because everything the cards said were true.like. i would be sad if my boyfriend wasnt the love of my life.then it told me i was happy right now.
but things would change.

and hes not the love of my life.
which made me kinda worried since
the cards were pretty much right on everything.

should i be worried about this?
how can i tell if my boyfriend is the right one for me.
i mean
i think he is. im pretty suure. and i wanna
stay with him for a really long time.
but the cards.. im just. .scared
but it says. when its over im going to be both
disappointed. and happy.
so what should i do?
believe the cards. or no..?
i tried to ask the quija board
but it didnt really work.
and yes. i do believe in this stuff.
dont tear it down just because you dont.
and NO i am not a witch.
but yeah. how can i tell if he
is the right one. i love him to death.
My friends mom .said that hes not
and she just knows it. she gets a feeling
and they are usually true

2007-11-11 13:53:32 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

they don't do that on defense

2007-11-11 13:53:03 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I really want to conceive a child. I hope it is god's will. Can you pray for me to either have a child or be content without one? I need prayer dealing with this issue.

Thanks!

2007-11-11 13:50:25 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

Why can't Christians be as moral and educated as Atheists?

2007-11-11 13:50:04 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have been looking at the profiles of some of the "atheists" that seem to answer all of the questions in R&S. They are so determined to challenge we beleivers. My question is why are you so vehement about this topic? Okay, you don't believe. Whatever. But why go out of your way to put down those of us that do? Why be so negative towards we who follow Jesus? Even if you don't believe that Jesus is the son of God, his teachings are beautiful. Why have it your mission to put down a man who says God loves each of us? Do you think perhaps something sinister is feuling you? Why not let each person believe what they want? It isn't hurting anyone. There are the extremists in every case. I understand being put off by those that preach damnation to gays.....but that is definately the minority. Can't we all just get along?

2007-11-11 13:48:43 · 26 answers · asked by acea 5

i've been raised as a catholic...but not deeply involved in anything really. just my religious ed program.
so it is almost time for me to "become an adult in the church" aka make my confirmation. it's a big step for a catholic i guess.
but at the same time, i don't know if this is really what i want. since i'm 15 it's not like i've ever had a say in what religion to be. but i've become independent and i'm starting to think about things more.
i do believe in God, but there are christian beliefs that i do not agree with. ex: it's against christian faith to be gay
so i feel like i'm in my own religion! either that or i'm like half catholic half something else...
any suggestions on what to try? or who to talk to? and i will not choose to be an atheist, i need God.
(thanks for actually reading all of that)

2007-11-11 13:39:58 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous

In light of these Bible verses found in John 15:1-8 what does this mean when God prunes us? I know for a fruit tree needs to be cut back in order to grow. But how does the pruning of a Christian produce good fruit and what and How does the Lord "prune" us? Thank you for your answers and the Lord bless you:)

2007-11-11 13:37:53 · 9 answers · asked by encourager4God 5

tell me your religion with your answer

2007-11-11 13:37:15 · 19 answers · asked by Honesty 2

2007-11-11 13:36:07 · 6 answers · asked by Todd P 4

2007-11-11 13:33:34 · 17 answers · asked by conundrum 7

Since the God states that we are to keep the Sabbath Holy, and that it is to be a day of rest, why, as Christians, do we not obey this command? Why do we attend church and so forth on Sunday, and not Saturday? Why do so few Christians keep Holy the Sabbath?

2007-11-11 13:33:19 · 18 answers · asked by lovinghelpertojoe 3

Elohim is correctly translated as "Strong ones"...what exactly does that mean?

2007-11-11 13:31:02 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

and to let me know who that person is when I meet him. Is that a sensible prayer that God would answer? If God knows my heart (that I want the two of us to grow closer and be a stronger tool for God together than we are apart.)

Is it possible that He could not want me to ever meet that special someone and follow His plan alone?

2007-11-11 13:30:50 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

:P

2007-11-11 13:30:40 · 27 answers · asked by Anonymous