Ok, don't kill me, listen first. As i see it you're following a book someone u don't know who wrote it thousands of years ago, when we understood less than we do now. And some of the terrible things done by religions to scientists or enemies... Its community spirit is undeniably good, but nonreligeous people are good people as well. It doesn't have to save people in the name of god, just kindness.
It also has an overwhelming presence. While children are banned from singing 'baa baa BLACK sheep', it's ok to sing gory songs about crusifixion. And religios shools, not teaching a balanced argument about abortion, homosexuality, and creation theories.
I can understand belief in god, life after death, etc. But why base it on one book? Imagine if that happened with catcher it the rye?(I think it's called that) people should surely believe in their own ideas, not one big identical one?
If people do rant at this, you're just proving my point. please answer fairly and calmly.
2007-02-26 08:52:33 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
First, thank you for a well-considered and written question...you'd be surprised how many here are not!
To the answer: humans are predisposed to seek out that which they do not understand...something more...and 'organized religion' has been able to provide a plausible response to that need. Yes, there's money to be made, but usually they get the money through honest people wanting to 'do good' through tithing...unfortunately, not all of these organizations honor their desires. There is a path for every seeker; some of these take the form of 'organized religion.' Do not worry what that means or stands for. To live in peace, we must come from a place of internal peace...in ourselves. Let them be...and you will be...more. Blessings!
2007-02-26 14:53:20 · answer #1 · answered by Rev Debi Brady 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By "organized religion," I'm guessing that you don't mean Islam or Buddhism. You've singled out Christianity for your comments, which is not exactly the most tolerant and unbiased attitude on your part.
The Bible tells the story of Jesus Christ, Who is both our Savior and our role model. We follow His teachings and put into practice His example of mercy, love, and compassion. The Bible is our foundation and has stood the test of time as a basis for forming good character.
As proof of that, churches have founded hospitals, schools, hospices, childrens' hospitals, food and clothing banks, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, etc. During times of national and international disaster, Christians dig deep into their pockets and give of their time and money to help others. The Salvation Army's role in the recent Hurricane Katrina disaster is a good example.
All of those things are done in the Name and for the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We love Him and revere the Bible because it teaches us about Him.
2007-02-26 09:11:59 · answer #2 · answered by Wolfeblayde 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, the primary issue is that a lot of us are convinced that the Bible is still relevant for today and that the principles of this belief and our relationship with God is still applicable for today.
As to the Catcher in the Rye, if you felt that the book had merit, go for it. But I doubt if you could get enough people that would seriously consider that book as something to base your entire moral, spiritual, and ethical outlook on.
For those of us in "organized religion" there are a lot of reasons we join together.
1) We learn more about God and grow in our relationship with God.
2) We assemble together for not only social issues, but also for support. There is something about being in a group of people that care and are willing to pray for you and be genuinely concerned about your issues. For instance, in my church, we have a mechanic who has offered his services to repair cars for low income people. Another church has offered free medical care for the underinsured and uninsured. When people are sick, the women will often fix meals until they are able to cook for themselves.
2007-02-26 09:03:03 · answer #3 · answered by Searcher 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Faith does not save a person. If you are helped, it is a gift, grace, of the Almighty YHVH. Most people have faith in something else, which cannot save. And in the end most people will choose to be lost rather than come to the Savior YAHOSHUA for salvation!
The Almighty YHVH set up a system. He sent His “Son” YAHOSHUA to die for the sins of mankind so they would not have to. (They could choose to, but did not have to). Any person who chooses not to allow Yahoshua to take care of their sins, chooses to remain attached to their sins. They thus will wind up in the lake of fire which is YHVH’s method of cleaning this world, and eliminating sin and sinners. The Creator set aside the Seventh day for rest and worship. Yes that is the day usually called “Saturday”. We are not saved by obedience, we are saved by faith. However we are saved FOR obedience. As He said in John 14:15 (and in many other places) “If you love me, keep my commandments.
The only thing that will change a person is the indwelling savior Yahoshua. Obviously that is rare in this sinful world.
True faith, and salvation comes from Scripture. No organized religion is close. There is a heavenly father YHVH. There is a divine/human Savior YAHOSHUA. The Seventh day "Saturday" is the special day for rest and worship. How does it look so far? do I need to go on? Eternal life is only available by grace received through faith. I give Him my sins, and He gives me eternal life. If I stay attached to my sins, I will end up where they will, which is the lake of fire in which sin and sinners will be destroyed!
2007-02-26 09:02:17 · answer #4 · answered by hasse_john 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Welp. Science books in school are really really old, yet people still follow them and learn their formulas. People then put the formulas to good use and see that they are "accurate." Same thing with a pimple cream. Can't knock it till ya tried it to zap your zits. LOL. So then, do the same with a bible. Try it out. Put it's practices into use, and see if it works. Atleast you can say that you tried it.
2007-02-26 08:57:38 · answer #5 · answered by Light 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
intelligently phrased and well coined. You get an smily sticker for the day.
Now ask, so why is religion still followed?
2007-02-26 08:58:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
personally, I believe that only individual religion has validity.
if you must practice organized religion, I only ask that you refrain from persecutions, pogroms and genocide.
2007-02-26 08:56:20 · answer #7 · answered by kent_shakespear 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Look at a crucifix and then tell us "don't kill me". You have it the wrong way around.
2007-02-26 09:04:06 · answer #8 · answered by Midge 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
God said we should assemble ourselves..
2007-02-26 08:56:29 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Religion is religion is religion. It descent matter how organized it is it all sucks.
2007-02-26 08:57:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋