I am a christian- but I am also very open minded I find aspects of all religions fasenating- Why are so many Christians think their way is the only way to GOD?
For in my house are many mansions...
I go to prepare a place for you...
ALL things work for the good to them that serve the lord...
I have found many other religions to have people with very Christian attitudes... Are thier others who agree with me?... there are many roads to the final destionation!
2006-10-07 21:12:51 · 17 answers · asked by admiredi 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
You are 100% correct. As a Buddhist (converted from Catholicism) I have seen both sides of this issue. My old Christian friends and family are shocked to hear I do not believe in God at all. We simply think Jesus was an historical man with a following that wrote the Bible as a map to live a good life.
We have our own "bible" and it advises us how to practice our religion as well as to how to be nice to others and by our words, thoughts, and deeds show others how we are good Buddhists.
Religion is a man made device that allows humanity to forge a path of happiness and respect for one another on this planet, while preparing the practitioners of various faiths for what comes after the passing of our physical shell.
As a not we respect all religions and their right to exist. We do not attempt to force anyone into our practice, actually we are warned that not all people will be receptive to our ideals. And that ist is imperative to respect that.
When people come to our residence and have Christian pamphlets and ask if I would listen to the message of Jesus, I always tell them they can come in and have their sat as long as when they finish that I can speak to them of my faith.
Not one has ever accepted.
2006-10-07 21:26:09 · answer #1 · answered by Frogface53 4 · 3⤊ 5⤋
Just ask yourself this question. Do you believe that a person who is born in India, is raised Hindu, and does good deeds all of his or her life, will go to Hell to be tortured for eternity after death? Could the god you believe in be so cruel as to eternally torture a good person who's only crime was being born into a family and culture that embraces a different religion? If your answer is no, then it should be clear that we are all free to find our own spiritual paths without having to worry about morally bankrupt bullies who threaten us with promises of sadistic torment in some mythical netherworld.
2006-10-08 04:42:01 · answer #2 · answered by allpowerfulmars 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
great question -- well, some people ride the short bus to logic, and others well.....perhaps they have the map, but they sure don't know where they're going. It's usually the people who are the most insecure, confused, afraid that ride their dogma like a float in the macy's thanksgiving day parade. but, like others in that parade, at the end of the day, you find all the've just paraded through town was a whole lot of hot air, My way or the highway, keeps it sijmple for them. Otherwise, they'd have to stop and ask for directions, and well, you know how difficult that can be. great question!
2006-10-08 09:14:56 · answer #3 · answered by amuse4you 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Dear One,
You might take on the Christian principles BUT the Christian faith states (without shame)
Acts 4:11-12
11This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, which is become the head of the corner.
12Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
2006-10-08 04:23:56 · answer #4 · answered by williamzo 5 · 5⤊ 2⤋
SORRY, YOU ARE NOT,OR KNOW NOTHING ABOUT A CHRISTIAN, WITH THAT MIND SET.
BE FASCINATED BY WHATEVER YOU LIKE .
BUT THE WORD OF GOD SAID"YOU MUST BE BORN AGAIN"
IF A RELIGION IS NOT JESUS CENTERED IT IS LOST>
JESUS IS THE ONLY WAY TO GOD.
IF YOU WHERE A CHRISTIAN YOU WOULD KNOW THIS.
JESUS SAID I AM THE WAY ,THE TRUTH ,THE LIGHT.
CHRISTIAN=FOLLOWER OF CHRIST.
YET YOU CALL CHRIST A LIAR "THERE ARE MANY ROADS"
GOD SAID NARROW IS THE WAY.
LADY BEFORE YOU CALL YOURSELF A CHRISTIAN-YOU MIGHT WANT TO READ THE BOOK.
2006-10-08 04:24:45 · answer #5 · answered by funnana 6 · 4⤊ 2⤋
coming from a non-christian, it's so awesome to hear there are people like you in the world. though Mr. Mister has a point. there is no moderate christian - by christian "laws", you can't pick and choose what you follow in the bible. doesn't mean that you're not a better person for thinking for yourself, though.
2006-10-08 04:25:21 · answer #6 · answered by lilbig_t 3 · 3⤊ 2⤋
I believe there are many roads to the final destination. We are different, unique, yet all as one. We are to experience all for him. The differences in religion teach us to be tolerant and to express love in spite of differences.
2006-10-08 06:45:20 · answer #7 · answered by tamara.knsley@sbcglobal.net 5 · 2⤊ 2⤋
If some of these pious Christians actually do manage to make it to heaven, they are going to be crushed when they find out they aren't the only ones there.
2006-10-08 04:42:29 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
Well. Mr. Devout Christian man. Jesus Christ Himself was NOT open minded. He told you to be very close minded and not subjective to other false doctrines.
Now...Oh Great Christian. Why is it, you can't do what your own savior said to do?
.You show me in your KJV there are many roads to God. I'll show YOU in your own Christian book, that the God, you claim to love, there is ONE road, and it's strait and narrow path.
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2006-10-08 04:18:13 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 3⤋
Seek the narrow gate, for many will attempt to enter but will not be able. Lady, it is good to seek the prompting of the Holy Spirit than what religions would say. " Jesus said: "For many will come in my name to decieve many"
2006-10-08 04:21:08 · answer #10 · answered by Philadelphia 2 · 5⤊ 2⤋