Religion & Spirituality - 20 November 2007

In science the word theory has a different meaning than it does for the average person. A theory has observations, evidence, and facts to back it up. Theories are an explanation of how and why something is the way it is. The Theory of Gravity for example explains what causes gravity. The Law of Gravity simply states what gravity does. The apple falls when you let go. A theory does not become a law. If anything a theory is higher on the pecking order than a law.
Evolution is not a guess. It has observations, evidence, and facts backing it up. Scientist have observed evolution in smaller and simpler organisms. They know it happens, they can watch it and measure it.
Does anyone else have a hard time understanding how so many people can put on blinders when it comes to science that doesn’t support their religious belief systems?

2007-11-20 06:06:53 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

Mormons will say they saw the plates. others say that the account given was that they testified to seeing some plate like things covered by a cloth. Another account I read was that only he was able to see the plates. Sight of the actual plates would cause death. Can any mormons tell me what they know from Mormon accounts? Mormons don't seek information that is not faith promoting, but this is importatant. There seem to be so many problems with these whitnesses. excommunication, fights over money land (that information is out there, I'll give a link). It seems like the only thing those whitnesses were good at was being Mormon, so they came back. I think the stigma really hurt them from what I read. anyways, can someone tell me what a "true" account of the whitnessing was...and I'm not talking about seeing a light in the woods...what did he show them?

2007-11-20 06:06:22 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

and how different would it be than the current ones?

2007-11-20 05:58:22 · 10 answers · asked by I'm an Atheist 3

2007-11-20 05:55:43 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

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Should I be upset that they have fallen out with me?

2007-11-20 05:53:38 · 15 answers · asked by Diane 4

Granted it was Will Smith who said that and he's no theologian, but still....what on earth is he talking about? And what Bible is he reading? Is he using the New Xenu Translation?

2007-11-20 05:51:44 · 19 answers · asked by Rachel loves lasagna 4

2007-11-20 05:49:36 · 20 answers · asked by Diane 4

since most of the founding fathers, and the man who wrote the Declaration of Independence..were deists.

2007-11-20 05:48:08 · 4 answers · asked by tyler durden 3

Is it viewed as a sin to jump on a grenade to save your fellow soldiers or civilians?

You are voluntarily killing yourself, but you are saving others. Is this viewed as suicide even?
By all definitions it is, but is it wrong?

I think its perfectly allright and is an honorable death, but what do you think?

2007-11-20 05:47:09 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

1) Mr Stupid - can’t grasp the concept of a God nor understand the attributes of God.

2) Mr Ignorant - has not been told about , nor conceived for himself, the idea of a God.

2007-11-20 05:46:37 · 7 answers · asked by londonpeter2003 4

My hamster is very naughty and I am afraid that Jesus will refuse to save him... I know Jesus accepts me, but I don't think I would want to hang out with him if he didn't let me bring Fluffin into heaven. Or is it like people...? You can be evil and naughty all your life, but on your death bed if you ask for forgiveness you will go to heaven... No matter how many babies you killed?

2007-11-20 05:41:08 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I kid you not, I saw a fundie write this.

2007-11-20 05:40:03 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

If so, how did they react to the massacre of "perfect and pure animals" as a sacrafice to God?

2007-11-20 05:35:55 · 2 answers · asked by Sniper of Goth 4

I think so.

Open your eyes wide and you will see what I see.

This is not an attack, it is a statement of fact.


Your government is without a head; The heart beats without regulation.

All decisions are spiritual ones because spirit is what we are!

2007-11-20 05:33:10 · 12 answers · asked by Starte Christ 4

THe Temptation of Jesus (Mt. 4:1 -12)

2007-11-20 05:30:13 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I know the Jewish are still waiting for the Messiah. They do not believe Jesus was the Messiah, correct? I was just wondering who they believe Jesus was? Tried to make as much sense as I could.

2007-11-20 05:29:11 · 5 answers · asked by Soda 4

2007-11-20 05:26:38 · 9 answers · asked by Jacob Dahlen 3

It follows that they would be more prone to suicide since, if all we are is just meat and bone and electricity and water, what difference does living or dying make?

2007-11-20 05:22:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-20 05:20:41 · 5 answers · asked by NHBaritone 7

Obviously it's not like the love you have for your spouse/partner or family. So, what does that love mean to you? How is it different? Is it really "love"?

2007-11-20 05:20:03 · 6 answers · asked by Samurai Jack 6

2007-11-20 05:18:01 · 6 answers · asked by Jacob Dahlen 3

...the same books and materials that were selected and used much earlier for the preparation of the Old and New Testaments. Can anyone recommend some references that will verify or refute this?

2007-11-20 05:17:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-20 05:17:11 · 9 answers · asked by Mandolyn Monkey Munch 6

2007-11-20 05:16:38 · 10 answers · asked by Alberto Zone No CeNsUrA 3

2007-11-20 05:13:27 · 4 answers · asked by Apple Pie 1

2007-11-20 05:08:21 · 7 answers · asked by Jacob Dahlen 3

To toss tampons at the pope while screaming at him about the evils of rice krispies?

2007-11-20 05:07:50 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-20 05:06:06 · 3 answers · asked by Keith C 2

2007-11-20 05:01:29 · 9 answers · asked by puckhog 1

Hello Everyone.. :)

Now..that I have **Everyones Attention**.. :)

What is everyone doing, this coming Thursday?

Will you be spending the day with "Friends" or Family?

For those that have to travel..I wish you safe traveling mercies..

For those that are alone..my heart goes out to you.. :(

To those that do not celebrate Thanksgiving..it may be because you do not live here in the USA..or because of your thoughts or beliefs..

I wish a safe and Happy Day!!

To Everyone that does celebrate this coming Thursday:
HAPPY THANKSGIVING.. :
HAPPY HARVEST DAY.. :)

Yes, I know that I am early..but I have pies to make tomorrow.. :)

I truly do ~Love~ and appreciate each and everyone of you.. :)


In Jesus Most Precious Name..
With ~Love~ your "Friend" In Christ.. :)

2007-11-20 04:53:18 · 3 answers · asked by EyeLovesJesus 6