Why do people, especially in the spiritual category...?

Question

Why do people, especially in the spiritual category, always ask a question then choose a best answer that fits their beliefs and their train of thought. I mean, shouldn't they be looking for the truth and not be picking what is the best answer closest to what they believe? I know that they believe that it is the right thing, but I've looked at some of the best answers and there isn't any "proof" I guess you could say of what they are saying. Then in the commnet place it'll say something like, yea, that's what I believe too. Is this a confusing question? Cause I know it is hard to explain.

Answer 1

No, I get it. People ask a question, and then choose the people who side with their point of view. It happens alot. I tr to honestley choose the answer that actually answered my question, even if I disagree.

Sometimes though, ALL the answers avoid the question, (I have one up about remarriage right now, like that) and none of them address the issue, so picking one then is really difficult.

Answer 2

I don't feel like I am giving an answer to your question because it seemed more like a thought to expound on and so I will expound. I think that it is a very interesting point: that we search for truth yet use ourselves as the measuring stick of truth. In this, we are using a subjective means of discovering an objective truth. It doesn't make a whole lot of sense and all we end up doing is verifying what we already believe to be true rather than being changed by the truth. This is why I believe in the necessity of an objective truth outside of ourselves that speaks into our lives. This is why I believe the Bible to be true and the things that I don't like that it says, I do not dismiss but seek to understand it more and why I don't like it. Maybe its me that needs to change rather than it. As far as proof, well, much of proof is found in faith. Something is proved because at some level you put your trust and faith into something that you reason to be trustworthy. So, I guess the question is: are you willing to trust, maybe just for a short time, that the Bible is true and read it as such and see what happens, or are you just going to trust in yourself and dismiss the potential authority of the Bible with your own authority?

Answer 3

I totally understand what you're saying.

It just so happens that a lot of people put up questions just to find out if anyone at all agrees with them. Then, they pick the answer that best fits the view which they've already stuck with to get their points back.

While, I do agree it's kind of pointless to ask questions without seeking an answer, I am not for banning such acts. While, they may not be open to other's particular opinions, they will at least get to know what others think.

A warning should be put out, though, for those who view each question. They should never just look at the "Best Answer" especially if it's chosen by the asker. Look around and see what others have to say.

Seek the Truth everyday.

God Bless.

PS. Now you know why I don't ask questions. My opinions are pretty much set, and I really don't wanna be like those who ask only to have someone agree with them.

Answer 4

The queer - oops, choir - want to be preached to. They want confirmation, not information.

When a question on, say, computers is posted, people are seeking answers to things they don't know. Computing is not a definite, black and white topic; there can be a myriad of answers in a given situation, and people are not afraid to say, "I don't know" (except for people who are embarassed by their ignorance).

On the other hand, the religious think they already have the answers and, out of insecurity of their own belief, look for people who agree with them no matter how crackpot their ideas. Anything that doesn't fit their pet views becomes their pet peeve. For example, yesterday someone asked something about "mother teresa"; I posted links to factual information that differed in opinion from the questioner and was at -2 in two minutes.

The only absolute in life is vodka and the only all-knowing being is my know-it-all mother.

Answer 5

I've noticed that and noticed very few exceptions to this rule. Example: An atheist adresses specifically Christians with an question about God, the Bible, or Christianity and receives very well thought out and/or researched answers from some Christians. Among the answers, one atheist will simply state: "It doesn't matter because there is no God", but never actually answers the question and still get chosen as "best answer". I was impressed by the few people who voted as best answer the person who best ANSWERED THE QUESTION, even if it didn't necessarily match their views.

Answer 6

Yes , Life is quite confusing - but more confusing for a believer of must beliefs? How do we get the beliefs we have - from following our parents - parents - hand me down religion so to speak. Going to church is a hand me down tradition. The Bible is a hand me down tradition. Many people are stuck in a rut in there beliefs & are digging themselves a grave as they spin there tires. They just don't want to change for change is a hard thing to do? My mission statement is to find our truth - for your truth will set you free? One finds there truth through real experiences they have experienced & not just Bible sayings. Although there maybe a connection between what they have experienced and a quote in the Bible. If so sing out Halaluya - Praise the Lord. May your Blessings Be.

Answer 7

Let's see....You believe that people who post questions, are not looking for answers, but more for support on their point of view. Am I correct?

Well, I'm happy to say that not everyone ( although the vast majority) is like that. I had the pleasure of answering Tesseracts question.
He's an Atheist, questioning the validity of God's plan for Salvation. I answered from a Christian rationality about how just saying " I repent " isn't enough and why Jesus had to die.
There were several other Atheists that answered offering support for his view, but he chose mine for best answer.
He said," it was well thought out. I don't believe a word of it, but I like your logic." I received 3 stars for that :)

Answer 8

It's only human nature to seek out others of like mind and affirm you own thinking by doing so. You might ask, why do religions form in the first place? I think you'd have to agree that part of the reason is to gather together like minded people for the sake of self-affirmation. Life would be rather uncomfortable if each of us had to face battles over our core beliefs with everyone we met. It just feels good, right or wrong, to find someone in support of you.

Now ... do you think you can choose my answer best? I warn you, I am a devote atheist.

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Answer 9

Probably because they know truth when they see it. Most people are here just to have people confirm their own beliefs. I have seen some that don't share my beliefs but the answer was so logical and thought out that I had to pick it. I know I'm guilty of picking answers that I just want to hear, but I have chosen answers that are not of my beliefs.

Answer 10

I know what you mean but you have to remember some people that ask questions in the spiritual category are stuck in their beliefs and don't really want anyone's point of view, they only want to find someone to agree with their beliefs.