2006-08-30 16:19:48 · 20 answers · asked by divabylaw 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
After reading comments from people who claim allegiance to other religions, I became curious about why Christianity is rejected by some people.
Many said they were offended somehow by someone professing to know Christ. So, they changed religions. I am sure many True Believers know there is a difference between knowing God and knowing OF God.
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2006-08-31 13:50:18 · update #1
because religions have rules and schedules. Like you have to do this this this and this at this time at this place and then you will get what you want. If you are a christian you don't really have to do anything but believe. Following the ten comandments will not get us into heaven. Believing the truth will.
2006-08-30 16:24:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 3⤋
It is. We don't like to think of it that way, because a "religion" is usually about following a set of rules and maybe a ritual or two thrown in. I don't think of myself as religious, because I was a sinner, and I confessed and turned from my sins, and asked Jesus to save me. I now try to live for Him. Christianity, statistically speaking, IS a religion, although many who count themselves as a part of it aren't saved.
Sorry if that's confusing. It's just that with all the negativity associated with religion, especially Christianity, it's good to draw the line, if there be one.
2006-08-30 23:23:25 · answer #2 · answered by ©2007 answers by missy 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Christianity is the belief in Jesus Christ.
It's like Christianity is the state & the religions are the cities in the state.
2006-08-30 23:27:03 · answer #3 · answered by daljack -a girl 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Because Christianity is the believe in a higher being in this case being Christ, now there are several religions that do consider themselves Christians, which are Pentecostals, protestants, baptist, Methodist and as very few people know even catholics are considered Christians
2006-08-30 23:25:26 · answer #4 · answered by cassie05 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It pretty much is, but what we call "religions" (e.g. Catholic, Baptist, Lutheran, etc.) are basically just different views on Christianity. All these branches follow the Bible, they just interpret it differently. So, in response to your question, Christianity is a religion.
2006-08-30 23:24:37 · answer #5 · answered by eyanyo13 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are many denominations of Christianity: Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Episcopal, Methodist, Baptist - and scores of others. Each believes in Jesus as our Saviour, but some go about their church services in different ways than others. Christianity means anyone who believes that Jesus is Son of God, and died for our sins.
2006-08-30 23:24:22 · answer #6 · answered by Terri C. 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Religions are man made. Religion is man's attempt to reach God. True Christianity is about a relationship with Jesus Christ.
2006-08-30 23:22:22 · answer #7 · answered by David S 5 · 5⤊ 2⤋
It is.............Are you responding to the "Lone Ranger" Christians who don't need "Religion" just "Jesus and me". They are wrong. Jesus is all about relationships and if you can't learn to love your neighbor or pew mate or fellow choir member or pastor or you name it, then you are not following Jesus Christ.
Jesus was also all about obedience and submission and the struggle for holiness. Which happens in relationship with other Christians.
Matthew 5:20
For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven.
2006-08-30 23:21:41 · answer #8 · answered by Makemeaspark 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
If you look up world religions in the encyclopedia...I'm sure that Christianity is on the list. Or did someone goof?
2006-08-30 23:32:17 · answer #9 · answered by AuroraDawn 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Who said it isn't a religion? WHo said that is messed up in the brain. It is one of many forms of religions. That is about as crazy as someone saying that Wicca isn't a religion
2006-08-30 23:34:16 · answer #10 · answered by Kim Carter 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋