there are many religions..pentycostal, catholic, babtist, morman, the list goes on..we all believe in Christ to be our savior. we all accept him in out lives, with this we are promised eternal life with him in heaven. Now why is it that all these religions are being judged by the name sakes of our faiths. We are all out for the same thing and that is to make it into the kingdom of heaven. With this i feel as though no one should judge the other by what faith they are..can someone explain it to me better than the way i see it?
2006-07-17 20:42:54 · 14 answers · asked by kriss 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
No, people doesn't want the same thing. People want to be on the better and winning side. So it's either you're with "us" or you're "our" enemy.
It's funny isn't it? Jesus died for us for sins like that and we are only looking to justify these sins only to be eligible for a place in paradise on our last journey.
People are stupid,......... aren't we?
ADDITION: Look at some of the answers below, and you'll understand what I'm talking about..........
2006-07-17 20:52:18 · answer #1 · answered by W&W 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Because on the surface they appear to all be the same Christ and the same Kingdom of Heaven that each is aiming for, but when researched, they are only the same names used and not the same being or destination at all. An excellent book that explains very well the differences is written by Dr. Erwin Lutzer www.moodypublishers.org called Christ among other gods or 1-800-678-6928. It really helped me sort through the concept of we're all wanting the same thing and going to the same place so what's the fuss. Excellent and easy to understand why there is a difference. Good luck.
2006-07-17 20:53:06 · answer #2 · answered by dph_40 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All religions are not the same and we all don't believe the same thing. Everyone is not out for the same thing every religion does not believe in eternal life. Also all religions don't believe in Heaven. The religions that agree in eternal life and Heaven differ in their beliefs on how you are going to get that eternal reward.
2006-07-17 20:53:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are absolutely right. It's based only on certain interpretations of the Bible, that's where we get denominations.
I feel the same way you do, that it shouldn't matter. I tell people who get hung up on this whole "Baptists are right, Catholics are all going to Hell" or "Catholics are right, Mormons are going to Hell", or "Methodists aren't real Christians", or WHATEVER two things:
"Judge not, lest ye be judged."
and
"Christ said He's the way and the life. If these people believe that, then aren't they going to heaven? And would it be true to say, then, that by doubting that, you're doubting who Christ was?"
2006-07-17 20:50:47 · answer #4 · answered by The_Cricket: Thinking Pink! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all religions see Christ as God therefore a problem. Not everyone wants the same thing for as religion because of the different doctrines and teachings done by mere men or women.
Shalom
2006-07-17 21:02:27 · answer #5 · answered by Pashur 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They all started with differences in opinion. If you study church history, you will realize that while some of those who separated ways from the main stream (meaning catholic) may have had good reasons, the problem is pride (not only for those who separate, but also for those who ruled).
You see, pride is one of the capital sins. It is the sin of the fallen angels. And the enemy continues to use this to destroy the unity of those who are trying to be faithful.
2006-07-17 21:17:30 · answer #6 · answered by vercast 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is but one true religion. One faith. Christ said to judge a tree by it's produce. And also that you would know who is disciples are, by the love they have for each other. There is only one professing christian religion that produces good fruitage and has love amongst themselves. I hope you find it.
2006-07-17 21:02:45 · answer #7 · answered by rangedog 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends on how you understand religion!
religion is not set of commands given by someone which should be fallowed at any cost
religion is philosophy of life, it makes you understand meaning of life, it is you who should know which is good , which is bad,
you should learn religion and understand it, you don't need to see who is the teacher (it can be Jesus or anyone, but everyone teaches the same subject which is philosophy of life ) they are teaching for US , not for for THEM, so they dont really cares if you accept him or not, what they want is that you understand his teaching and live a peacefull life!!
So it doenst really matter how many religions there are but if all understand religion and live according to it, WORLD would have PEACE
2006-07-17 21:00:58 · answer #8 · answered by jamuna160180 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because the religions are controlled by humans and most people look for power, it's not a question of faith, it's only human interest... look the history, first of chistianism was catholic, then the roman imperium broke and create the orthodox in the Byzantine roman imperium, and the protestant reform, always, more or less, caused by economic interest...
2006-07-17 20:58:27 · answer #9 · answered by esther c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cannot explain any religious beliefs in rational terms since all religions are irrational - so don't expect anyone the who believes in (insert the God of your choice here) to make sense.
2006-07-17 20:47:49 · answer #10 · answered by Gallivanting Galactic Gadfly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋