is this why they claim that hinduism, buddaism, and other eastern religons are paganistic and these people, which number over 50% of the worlds population will go to hell for not accepting christ? is billy graham the only true christian man of god? or do you think he is false also! and a money making businessman selling the name of god to make millions?
2007-02-27 11:28:38 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I would not say that. Now look at Catholocism that is a money hungry scam going on for hundreds of years now. There are many in preaching for the money. Thats sad and will have to answer for that someday. Billy Grahm is a great man of God. He has dedicated his whole life to evangelism. I dont think if he was in it for the money he would have stayed at it this long. Its sad that we cant look to our Christian leaders for guidance but, we do have a Father in Heaven who will guide us with true believers. Peace out.....
2007-02-27 11:36:08 · answer #1 · answered by powerliftingrules 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The Pentecostal, Charismatic, and many Black churches are ripe with scam artist.
No, Jesus is God in the flesh. God will not allow anyone to burn in hell that did not get a chance to reject him. The easy way is the Gospel. The only other way is not so forgiving.
Billy Graham is a true Christian. He is not a businessman.
2007-02-27 11:39:19 · answer #2 · answered by Desperado 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, anyone who comes on as "holier than thou" isn't, and anyone who thinks he/she is somehow better than you because they "know Christ" and you don't, doesn't.
And yes, there are too many money making scams in the Christian church.
So, how can you tell who is a Christian for real, and who isn't?
Well, Jesus gave us a pretty good hint:
The world will know His disciples by their love.
Yes, it really is that simple.
Me, I don't believe in the generally accepted concept of "hell"...but I do believe that there will come a time when everythng (including people) that causes harm, will be tossed into the incinerator (aka "The Lake of Fire"). Does that include "everyone" who hasn't "accepted Christ"? Somehow, I doubt that...I believe God will judge hearts.
So, what is the advantage of accepting Christ in this lifetime?
Heaven. Being His Child forever. Reigning beside Him.
Reigning over who?
LOL...well, I bet you've guessed that one, haven't you.
I suppose I ought to clarify...I am not a JW, I don't have any idea how many people will be in Heaven, but I'm guessing more than 144,000.
2007-02-27 12:22:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
According to the Word it is not unrealistic for a pastor to be able to receive support from believers. If a minister or missionary is not supported by a congregation then it would be difficult for them to do a full-time job. The trouble happens when men become ministers and missionaries for the purpose of becoming rich. These are not Christian ministers, these are the scam artist. Many ministers are blessed by congregation members with good life styles because of the wealth of the congregation. These ministers actually own very little but their good name. Such as Dr. Billy Graham. His home in Montreat, N.C. is actually very modest compared to most Americans.It is also rather old now. The organization carring his name is managed by others now and he draws a modest retirement and social security.
2007-02-27 11:42:33 · answer #4 · answered by martha d 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are few good churches and more bad churches out there..First ,I would check out to see if the church is teaching and preaching the True word of God from the bible. (basicly Hell and Damnation and salvation through the risen Christ )Does most of the money go towards missions ? if not, I'd look into where the money is going .Mr.Graham and every one of us WILL stand before God and give a account of our lives on what we did down here for Jesus.
2007-02-27 11:42:21 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Made up of...?" No, but there are a few. There is more than one "christian church" and a lot of people belong to each one. I, for one, haven't claimed that those people are going to hell. I agree that Bill Graham was a man of God but he is far from the only one.
2007-02-27 11:36:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Q.1 - that is for God to determine, Q.2, no and not false, and Q.3 there are wolves in sheeps clothing so true christians have to beware or else be deceived by so-called false churches. Remember Satan wants to discredit God.
2007-02-27 11:37:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The media only reports on churches that are doing things to bring Christianity down. There are MANY excellent Christian churches that never get in the news because there's nothing bad to report.
Will people go to hell for certain if they fail to accept Christ's words? We won't know till we get there. But He said, "I am the way, the truth and the life. No one comes unto the Father except by Me."
2007-02-27 11:36:11 · answer #8 · answered by SaturnMan 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Not at my church, we can barely pay our bills and there are NO wealthy people there. We just love God and want to worship him. On a good day we have maybe 30 people there and we all rely on each other. Our pastor lives over 75 miles from our church and drives all that way for services and he is NOT a rich man to say the least. He actually took a pay CUT last year.
2007-02-27 11:39:02 · answer #9 · answered by evertoldalie 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
of course they are ! just look at the Vatican! the most extravagant religious exhibitors in the world! jewels, furs , the pope mobile .
and they sure talk a lot when the day is log! mostly on what I as a woman should do with my body . so of course I am glad that I am not catholic and not have to worry.
I think , speak and act upon my own thought process , no church or religion can ever take that from me!
2007-02-27 11:41:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋