should a christian look on anyone as a rival; Did jesus look on any human as a rival? turn the other cheek, give your shirt also, go the extra mile. is the comp spirit anti to love?
2007-02-22 15:19:19 · 3 answers · asked by expertless 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Christians shouldn't compete with other human beings. No.
Life is a race. But not the competitive type.
2007-02-22 15:24:33 · answer #1 · answered by willeum 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think we have lost the meaning of "rival". A better word for today would be competitor.
To Nick, from Websters.com
Main Entry: 1Chris·tian
Pronunciation: 'kris-ch&n, 'krish-
Function: noun
Etymology: Latin christianus, adjective & noun, from Greek christianos, from Christos
1 a : one who professes belief in the teachings of Jesus Christ
2007-02-22 23:24:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, and Christianity meets the definition of a "cult" according to Webster.com.
...I'm not kidding, look up the definition of "cult".
2007-02-22 23:22:15 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋