Yes. Jesus spoke of leaving the 99 sheep to search for the 1 lost sheep. If only one on this site is drawn to open their dusty bible and read it for themselves(to determine what is truth) then it is all worth it. Being hated is no big deal to the Brethern of God and Christ. It is our promise that we are blessed and highly favored by God!
2006-08-10 07:09:41
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answered by In_His_Steps 2
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You make at least an honest but I’m sure erroneous admission in your commentary. You make the statement “This question is to BIBLE BELIEVERS ONLY Who Are Mature & Trained Spiritually”
Are you suggesting that people (presumably from birth) need to be trained spiritually, and that this is not a God given thing? For someone who purports to believe in God and the Bible you make extraordinary statements. Perhaps you’re also faltering in your beliefs because you realise that technology, the internet and science are all starting to prove and convince people that religion is nothing more than a fake creation by humanity.
I think scientists will soon explain why some people are religious and believe in God, and why there’s so much trouble caused in the world by religion. Scientists have already shown that some people carry a "warrior" gene that makes them more prone to violence and criminal acts.
Some people are genetically predisposed to violence and criminal acts, and I believe scientists have also found that some people are genetically predisposed to religious or spiritual acts, but have yet to publish their full findings to avoid a public uproar.
Scientists may well discover that people who are predisposed to the “religious or spiritual” gene are probably more likely to also be predisposed to the “warrior” gene, which would ultimately cause these people to have religious conflicts like crusades and wars. It is already a well known fact that religion is responsible for the majority of wars, conflict and murder of innocent life since humanity began.
Religious people do not understand the question “why” and so God, Religion, the Bible, or whatever, takes over and controls their mind. The trouble with this solution, unlike science, is that anything can be twisted into whatever you wish to believe and therefore is always right. Sadly to say, that’s irrational thought.
However, there must be a rational explanation why religious people act in such an irrational manner, and I think scientists will prove in the near future that it’s all a function of genetic disposition.
2006-08-10 07:03:32
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answered by Brenda's World 4
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The bible is Spiritually inspired, the Word of God. This question / answer site is open for any one who wants to question or answer religious or spiritual topics.
Because of this religion / spirituality option, I have learned a lot on how other people think, question, etc. It has been educational. Also, no one can just cut me off when I'm writing an answer or question except yahoo. Since they have rules that I follow, they don't.
Jesus was hated for shining his light in the darkness. If someone hates me, I'm not going to let that intimidate me. It didn't intimidate my Lord.
People from all different backgrounds & experiences answer & ask. I like that. I will report someone if bad language or threats happen. In America there is freedom of speach, except when it takes others freedoms away by threats or inciting others to hate.
It is true that there could be sites in addition titled according to specific religions or spirituality. People who wish could click on those sites. then.
Also, I get the OK from heaven to answer or ask any time I do. So, my religion is to trust & obey God. If God tells me not to, I don't. Most of the time, He gives me the OK. Once He told me a question to ask. "Does God think Satan is going to destroy Israel?" I don't know why exactly. It doesn't really matter what others think so much. It matters what my God thinks. And He loves me & others unconditionally.
2006-08-10 07:20:08
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answered by t_a_m_i_l 6
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Well, as a bible believer i think that some people on here have serious questions. and need answers. Then if you were to leave this site because of the people, then you should leave the earth. Because you will get the same affect if you were to preach to people in real, some may recieve and some wont. Jesus said that the world would hate us because they hated Him first. The insulting questions i dont even bother to click on it. Didnt' God say vengence is His, so why do were retaliate on those questions? WOuld Jesus insult them. didn't Jesus ask God to forgive those who mocked him and hit him at the cross, Why? because Jesus knew that they didn't know what they were doing. I only answer questions and even look at questions that I feel are serious questions. Hopefully that makes sense
2006-08-10 07:09:52
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answered by justwondering 3
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God bless you.
I don't argue the insults, but I do try to answer questions (even though most of the questions are not reverent or sincere). As Christians, it is our job to spread the message of the Gospel (which is peace and love) to all people. Of course, people are able and allowed to make their own decisions: people will reject the Gospel. However, once they hear the truth, the ball is in their court. I can sleep peacefully knowing that I did what I thought I had to do, and that the next step belongs to the other people reading my response. We teach, they make up their own minds. Don't give up. Remember: Jesus Himself appeared in the eyes of the world to be an underdog, but the Gospel is still alive and growing in our midst. Fight the good fight: it's worth fighting for!
2006-08-10 07:11:06
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answered by Stephen 2
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Jesus is the answer to this question. He went out among the lost to offer them hope. He met them where they lived and worked, and spent time with them to teach them the proper way to live.
As Christians and recipients of God's grace, we are all called to spread the good news of Jesus. Some will be called to do it here in this environment. Some will be called to do it in other places. If this environment is your calling, your place is here.
There comes a time though, when departure is biblical. The trick is recognizing when you've come to that point. Only the Holy Spirit can show you that.
Good Luck
2006-08-10 07:11:45
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answered by A Calm Voice of Reason 2
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You will find that many opponents and non-believers that engage in debate are simply trying to resolve their lack of faith. Perhaps they are misguided, but you should not quit in putting out the message.
The problem is that most people on here call themselves Muslim, Christian, whatever, but have no knowledge of their faith. Many of the answers and questions presented by Christians are so far off, they might as well call themselves Buddists.
2006-08-10 07:06:18
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answered by Anonymous
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Is there another website? If so, where?
Yes, I come here and other forums in Yahoo!Answers not only to find out other people's opinions, but to share my own viewpoints. I also come to learn from others.
And I've learned to click off the questions that make me upset. They are not worth the time to answer.
Thanks for reminding me to walk in love!
2006-08-10 07:03:39
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answered by Searcher 7
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- To argue & insult is not Godly.
- For those that ginuinely want to know the truth it is important for believers to incourage and share with each other.
- Also, you never know who's watching to see a particular response it may be the difference in their lives.
- The people that already have a strong relationship with God through Jesus are not who we need to reach out too the most..
HEBREWS 10:23-25
23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; for he is faithful that promised;
24 and let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:
25 not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
2 CORINTHIANS 4:3-5
3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost:
4 in whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.
5 For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake.
2006-08-10 07:16:44
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answered by righton 3
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I don't get upset when they insult us, gotta consider the source. I basically ignore most of them. Once in a while, you'll find someone who really is searching and if we all left, they'd be left to the really nasty ones, which would just scare them away.
2006-08-10 07:05:29
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answered by Anonymous
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