Religion & Spirituality - 5 December 2007

Christian groups seem to take offense with the concept of the "Holiday Season" and the expression "Happy Holidays". The vast majority of religions have some form of celebration around the winter solstice, but Christians seem to think that anything other than "Merry Christmas" is offensive.

Personally I find this attitude offensive.

2007-12-05 04:05:19 · 22 answers · asked by Pappy D 3

;)~

2007-12-05 04:04:59 · 34 answers · asked by Lord NeXuS M00N 3

I will take this opportunity to learn some, if I can.

How will you spend your day/night?

2007-12-05 04:03:56 · 8 answers · asked by frenzy-CIB- Jim's with Jesus 4

3 of my questions have been censored.and deleted.Once again this proves my piont.

2007-12-05 04:01:49 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

or do you think you create a personality for them that may or may not match the actual person?

2007-12-05 04:01:39 · 21 answers · asked by Samurai Jack 6

2007-12-05 04:00:10 · 6 answers · asked by Birdy is my real name 6

Do you believe that Jesus was sent by some one?

“He who receives you receives me, and he who receives me receives Him who SENT me
Matthew 10:40

“I was not SENT except to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.”
Matthew 15:24

“He who hears you hears me, he who rejects you rejects me and he who rejects me rejects Him who SENT me
Luke 10:16

“Most assuredly, I say to you, he who receives you receives me; and he who receives me receives Him who SENT me.”
John 13:20

“And this is eternal life that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have SENT.
John 17:3

“That they all may be one, as you, father are in me and I in you; that they also may be one in us, that the world may believe that you SENT me.
John 17:21

“For I have come down from heaven not to do my own will, but the will of Him who SENT me.
John 6:14

Jesus answered them and said, “My doctrine is not mine, but his who SENT me.
John 7:16

Then Jesus cried out as he taught in the temple, saying, “You both know me, and you know where I am from; and I have not come of my self, but he who SENT me is true, whom you do not know.
John 7:29

“But I know him, for I am from him, and he SENT me.”
John 7:29

“Who ever ….; and who ever receives me, receives NOT ME but Him who SENT me.”
Mark 9:37

Some one may consider John 17:21 as evidence that Jesus and God are the same, but if that is what the verse means, then it will also mean that Disciples (Man), Jesus and God are also the same because it also says “...that they also may be one in us,…” And I believe the disciples are not gods.
If you do believe that he was sent by some one, then who is that ‘some one’?
Do you think that ‘some one’ should be superior to Jesus?
How can you differentiate that ‘some one’ from Jesus Christ?

2007-12-05 04:00:04 · 27 answers · asked by m12082003 1

i am trying to show a non believer that i can not really associate with them out of work.... this has always been a tough one for me because i dont know what to tell them... i was going to show him some scriptures.. but they seem to make it sound like i think he is 'EVIL' or like a bad person.. and i dont think that at all.. i just am trying to do the right thing and be a good christian girl.. which is actually what he likes about me.. that i am a good girl! haha do you have any suggestions?

Proverbs 13:20

20 He that is walking with wise persons will become wise, but he that is having dealings with the stupid ones will fare badly.

1 Corinthians 15:33
33 Do not be misled. Bad associations spoil useful habits.

2007-12-05 03:58:43 · 12 answers · asked by Kyrstin 4

Tehran?

2007-12-05 03:58:28 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

The Law of Identity states that A=A because A has all of the neccessary properties and qualities of A.

http://www.importanceofphilosophy.com/Metaphysics_Identity.html

A dog can't have the properties of a computer and still be a dog.

The Trinity, seems to suggest, that while Jesus IS God, he doesn't have all the neccessary attributes of God (such as omniscience).

Does this make the Trinity, by definition, illogical?

2007-12-05 03:56:53 · 15 answers · asked by Eleventy 6

that you are actually associating with the characters?
do you think that this scripture applys to these things??

Proverbs 13:20

20 He that is walking with wise persons will become wise, but he that is having dealings with the stupid ones will fare badly.

1 Corinthians 15:33
33 Do not be misled. Bad associations spoil useful habits.

2007-12-05 03:56:38 · 19 answers · asked by Kyrstin 4

My entire family and I have different beliefs, and I can't tell them, becuase then they will be mean to my mom, I am Wiccan, and I want to let them know that when they say all this stuff about they are right when it comes to religious beliefs, when they don't neccesarily know that, I also dont know if my religon is the right religion, but I want them all to know that I am here, and the things they say, kind of upset me.

2007-12-05 03:55:52 · 14 answers · asked by Seraphic Radiance 2

Ok - so maybe Jesus, Mohammad, Abraham and others all had specific details about what they taught that were unique. But don't people unerstand that when they said stuff like "I am the way", or "follow me", they were speaking AS GOD, and not as themselves? Didn't they all say to worship and follow God, and not them?

2007-12-05 03:55:22 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-05 03:55:19 · 11 answers · asked by sharpshan_25 1

2007-12-05 03:54:33 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

Today is the 74th Anniversary of the Repeal of Prohibition with the ratification of the 21st amendment!

DRINK UP! IT IS ONE OF THE MOST HOLY OF DAYS!

2007-12-05 03:52:00 · 34 answers · asked by Skalite 6

2007-12-05 03:50:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-12-05 03:46:16 · 17 answers · asked by Angel 2

2007-12-05 03:44:26 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

how can you prove that jesus is the truth of life.what does the truth of life mean.people not beleiveing in Jesus are prospering.People beleiving in jesus and following his teachings look like fools in todays life,where money has become more important than anything.Relationships have no meaning before money.

2007-12-05 03:43:55 · 9 answers · asked by Renato S 1

2007-12-05 03:43:21 · 8 answers · asked by Birdy is my real name 6

if so then what do you say about this verse?
Luk 16:15 And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God.

2007-12-05 03:43:21 · 3 answers · asked by Bride of Christ 6

What do you make of this revolt against the California educational system????


http://worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59033

2007-12-05 03:42:19 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

whole universe was designed just for you?
or maybe we evolved to fit into this universe?
any thoughts-thanks for any answers-smile and enjoy the day

2007-12-05 03:40:43 · 27 answers · asked by lazaruslong138 6

Anyone ever made an argument that you couldn't counter (at the time at least)?

2007-12-05 03:39:45 · 17 answers · asked by Eleventy 6

I hope that we get 100 inches of beautiful snow this winter!

2007-12-05 03:38:48 · 7 answers · asked by Starte Christ 4

I don't see the connection. Serious answers only please! And no bible or 10 commandments quoting. I'm interesting strictly in coveting the neighbor's wife--or is it ***? I always forget. Anyway, I want to covet it.

2007-12-05 03:38:30 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous

Check out this little note we just received about our Christmas gala next week here at work:

"Please note that a decision has been made to remove the psychics from the program. It was brought to our attention that several employees were uncomfortable with this form of entertainment as it may conflict with certain religious beliefs. Our vendor has assured us that these "entertainers" are there to provide some light hearted enjoyment. However, we remain committed to respecting the diversity of our employees and do not wish to make anyone feel uncomfortable with any of the activities we had planned."

2007-12-05 03:36:44 · 34 answers · asked by Linz VT•AM 4

Wouldn't the plants and wildlife be pretty much gone after a flood that lasted that long?

2007-12-05 03:35:55 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

I read these questions/answer and you guys go at so viciously. Why? Does it really matter. why can't either respect the other? I must admit some 'christian' answers are so extreme and biasist, ins't the 'christian' way to be tolerant and forgiving? And atheist aren't you suppose to be more open-minded and not care about religion?

2007-12-05 03:35:17 · 29 answers · asked by 2legit2quit 5