Religion & Spirituality - 3 December 2007

Came across this and would like to hear your thoughts...



"Religion is at its best when it is furthest away from power."



Explain how you find this statement to be valid/true (or invalid/false) and provide examples that support your opinion to validate (or invalidate) the statement.

2007-12-03 16:53:36 · 20 answers · asked by Rukh 6

Did you even look into the evolution theory enough to intelligently debate it? Do you at least agree that it's important for everyone to look at both sides, even if the opposition doesn't return that favor.

Science is simply mankind's search for the truths of the physical world- what we can possibly know first-hand about God's work. What's bad about that?

It's time to face the facts.

I'm a Christian btw, the bible is a book of our redemption through the blood of Jesus Christ. Salvation and love, not science. Turning it into science indirectly but VERY effectively turns non-believers further away. A ridiculous lie (creationism) and the truth of Jesus Christ don't mix.

2007-12-03 16:52:38 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

I left the ministry because of the way my sister treats my fahter who is 87 years old. It's hard fo me to continue in ministry for that reason. My daughter is goin g to be 13 next year, and I would like to be involved in the childrens ministry again. Please pray fr me.

2007-12-03 16:51:43 · 28 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5

2007-12-03 16:49:10 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have an overhanging lamp that has 4 lightbulbs. When I turn on the light switch, one bulb burns out. 2 weeks later, I turned the switch on again, and the next bulb burned out. why are the bulbs keep burning out especially at 1 AM in the morning? and is this spookY?

2007-12-03 16:48:19 · 9 answers · asked by xo_girl88 1

Doesn't it seem quite strange that we are born just to die? It seems really pathetic once you think about it

2007-12-03 16:47:01 · 40 answers · asked by miname 5

During Salah, what do you say when siting ater sujud? I know only part of it
'Atahiyatu lillah wa salawato wa taybat'
Thats all i know. So, what is the full saying? Thanks a ton!

2007-12-03 16:45:08 · 5 answers · asked by Sk8er Chick 2

2007-12-03 16:45:02 · 13 answers · asked by Sahara 1

A religious person might say they believe in god because they do not want to go to hell. If a god was sending people to hell because they basically won't kiss his butt, that would make god evil in my view. As an atheist and I learned that I was wrong there really was an angry god I would happily resist him even if it meant I was going to hell. Why do Christians follow in what they believe to be an angry god?

2007-12-03 16:43:12 · 40 answers · asked by ty c. 2

I remember the preaching of E V Hill, I don't want to go to hell.

2007-12-03 16:42:25 · 10 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5

made you know you were a Son of God? Fpr me it was I when a little tyke said thanks when given a word of confort after her mother and father passed away. She was legally adopted by a wonderful christian family who could not have kids. 20 years later, she still remembers my words. What is yours?

2007-12-03 16:40:19 · 5 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5

2007-12-03 16:37:35 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've heard some atheists say this and I was wondering if this was true. After all, research has shown that humans have a part of their brains dedicated to religious and spirtitual feelings. Every human culture throughout history has believed in some sort of a God or gods. There is evidence that neanderthals had complex burial rituals...which suggests some sort of religion. Belief seems to be a hardwired part of human behavior. I suspect that any group of humans brought up in isolation will create some sort of religion. Do you agree with me? Why or why not?

2007-12-03 16:37:17 · 24 answers · asked by Link 5

2007-12-03 16:36:52 · 10 answers · asked by ? 5

2007-12-03 16:35:04 · 39 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-03 16:34:12 · 5 answers · asked by going postal 7

Which is more prevelant in Western society? Please dont answer with the one you like the least/most; just which one seems to be more prevelant in our cultures. Thanks!

2007-12-03 16:32:38 · 16 answers · asked by Loosid 6

If prayer is not your thing then what would you ask of a big genie in the sky if they offered to grant you one wish?

2007-12-03 16:32:07 · 24 answers · asked by Jesus rocks 4

What is your thorn in your flesh? Mine is cursing, yes it happens.

2007-12-03 16:30:09 · 18 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5

or should I say live for Christ? Many of our brothers and sisters died believing. But can we live believing?

2007-12-03 16:28:38 · 24 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5

Would you act like you did?
Would you tell the church members?

2007-12-03 16:27:27 · 7 answers · asked by jungle84025 2

JOIN THE CLUB!

I just can't stand the arrogance and the "You aren't a Christian, you must be evil, you must worship Satan."


and.........the

"I'll be praying for you." s


that just about sums it up.

2007-12-03 16:26:26 · 14 answers · asked by te 2

Mine is professing to be wise.......

2007-12-03 16:25:49 · 28 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5

Or count your blessings, meager tho they may be?

2007-12-03 16:23:49 · 10 answers · asked by Prof Fruitcake 6

Examples.

2007-12-03 16:22:50 · 21 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5

How far would the church have to go before you would begin to question?
- reinstating polygamy?
- ordaining women to the priesthood?
- the prophet admitting in conference that it isn't true?
- elimination of the temple ceremonies?
- declaring that all atheists should be put to death on the spot regardless of the legal consequences?
- something else?

I know these may seem ridiculous but I'm just wondering how far it would have to go before you would begin to doubt.

And if you don't have an answer then please don't post...I'm curious to see what responses I get.

2007-12-03 16:22:23 · 7 answers · asked by jungle84025 2

2007-12-03 16:21:35 · 7 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5

The Old Testament focuses so much on Israel’s
obedience to the Law, yet Christians state that, even back then, salvation
was through faith, not obedience. So how does salvation come through
faith, not obedience, in the Old Testament? Include any Old Testament scripture if you have can

2007-12-03 16:21:19 · 9 answers · asked by KJK 2

Just wondering.

2007-12-03 16:20:02 · 3 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5

2007-12-03 16:18:04 · 11 answers · asked by Ace of Spades 5