If so, how much do you love yourself?
Do you take drugs? eat too much? are you lazy? do you procrastinate etc etc?
2006-08-12 16:57:56 · 14 answers · asked by imlaura2006 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
No. In fact I pretty much can't stand the sight of them. They send their kids over to my house asking for everything under sun, and I finally got sick and tired of it and asked their mother if I looked like a Stop 2 Shop. I love myself quite a bit, and I answer yes to two of the four additional questions, not that I can see the relevance in them.
2006-08-13 17:31:24 · answer #1 · answered by Becca 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
So what you're actually asking is if we "love" ourselves as evidenced by a squeaky clean lifestyle (no substance abuse or even behavioral imperfections).
And you're implying personal perfection is a prerequisite for "loving" ones neighbor. "If you don't respect yourself etc etc". This is flawed logic.
I drink too much. I smoke. I'm lazy and procrastinate like a pro. But I also once ran in front of a speeding car to rescue a child I didn't even know.
My capacity for self-abuse and my ability to extend compassion to my fellow humans are two, dramatically distinct things.
And I do love my "neighbor". It's a Mexican beauty salon and they never complain that my stereo is too loud (and it usually is).
2006-08-13 00:14:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes I love all people regardless of our differences. No I do not do drugs, never have, dont drink either, no I dont eat to much,no Iam not lazy I work 24/7/365 (i take care of my disabled husband and my elderly in laws and my own mother) no I do not have time to procrastinate, Iam very organized and always on schedule.
2006-08-13 00:04:00 · answer #3 · answered by tebone0315 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How covert . . .how veiled. How many will you fool with this carefully contrived, planned out question? Your avatar appears to be a well-known position seen on solicitors. Be careful. . .you are in the Category and Forum for God. You may find a Presence in this category Who Knows . . .and would bring you what you really are seeking. . .Light. He refuses to know you in any other way - notice the purity of the responses of your Brothers. They see your question in purity and give answers accordingly.
"God is moving by His Spirit
Moving across the earth -
Sight and wonder - Land of Movement
Moving over the earth."
2006-08-13 12:34:56 · answer #4 · answered by Lana S (1) 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only God can love completely. We try and fail, but it's important to keep trying because we learn throught these attempts.
I love myself and accept my shortcomings. Procrastination is my major one...I waste too much time on YQ&A!
2006-08-13 13:52:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is a hard one to say. I don't love myself like I should, and I'm not perfect...of course I sin, and I would have to say that is one of my biggest troubles.
I do try to love everyone, but deep down, I really don't think I do. I'm glad you brought that up. I need to start working on that one. Thank you so much!!
2006-08-13 00:04:58 · answer #6 · answered by redeye.treefrog 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What about the first great commandment of loving God?
Love guides us into doing what is right and proper for ourselves and others. If someone truly loves there will be no question of how much.
I love others by giving them the word of God and teaching them how they can be free of sickness, suffering and prisons of all kinds.
I minister with the power of God and speak for Him.
2006-08-13 03:25:34 · answer #7 · answered by ManoGod 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not my neighbor, but there is this one girl around the block who I've been known to...oh, that's not what you're asking. My bad.
2006-08-16 02:57:04 · answer #8 · answered by Jim T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't love my neighbors as myself, but I do respect every human because we are all equal.
2006-08-13 00:00:26 · answer #9 · answered by Noi 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think my wife would be quite upset if I loved my neighbor!
2006-08-13 00:03:09 · answer #10 · answered by tomleah_06 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋