God is the energy force that powers this existence. Whatever it is that makes this world go (the grass grow, new hearts beat, etc) that is God. If God is an ocean then we are all individual glasses of God. We come here on purpose to learn stuff and God facilitates that. Whatever we dwell upon in our heart and in our mind is what we get - it's as simple as that.
All those folks you have named are human spiritual leaders or interpretations of this energy. Since our race's infancy God has been imagined and interpretted and discussed in an effort to ease our minds and hearts. They are likely all very close to right and they are all stabs in the dark. There is no way to know the Unknowable until it is too late to matter.
The religion that is right for you is a personal decision. It gives you a perspective that empowers you and gives you tools to help you in times of trouble. It attracts like minded people who want to join in a community with others on similar spiritual paths. Here's a fun quiz called to Belief-O-Matic which is an easy and fun what to learn which religions are most similar to you and your beliefs. Check it out: http://www.beliefnet.com/story/76/story_7665_1.html
Peace!
2007-03-18 10:40:27
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answered by carole 7
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I believe that God is our Heavenly father, and that his son and the holy spirit are seperate beings that work together as one. I believe that our purpose on this earth is to learn and grow, and return back to Heavenly Father where we will recieve eternal life. I also believe that the only way to do that is by accept Christ's attonement and repenting of our sins. To know which religion is right, i would suggest visiting different ones, and then praying to God asking which is right. The most important thing to do is have an open heart, and allow your prayer to be answered.
2007-03-18 10:32:08
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answered by Live Like You Believe 2
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Well i believe there is a God, and I believe that Jesus is God, too. God is eternal and created this world and loves us unconditionally. You might want to read The Purpose Driven Life if you are wondering what your purpose on Earth is for. I believe in the Christian God, which is the same God as Allah to Muslims and God to Jews.
2007-03-18 10:26:15
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answer #3
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answered by KJK 2
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I believe in the Christian God, seeing how i am a Christian. Look at my avatar.... Do you see that man sitting on the hill? That is a painting of Jesus, the Son of God, in the trinity. I believe in Him, God and the Holy Spirit, and I will die believing that. God has brought me through so many things, and I can't get enough of Him. He is always there when I need Him, and even the times when I'm upset.
He has always been, and He will always be. The alpha and omega, the beginning and end. I love God, He is alive and kicking, revealing Himself to those whose believe.
That is the God i believe in, that my friend is the God. The one and only God.... And I can't thank Him enough for what He has done....
It is your choice what you choose to believe, i will not force you into anything that you do not wish to have. I thank you for letting me express my feelings toward Him on here, and may He bless you....
2007-03-18 10:35:11
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answered by Chris 3
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Think about it. Why would a god such as this exist? It seems like all there is to it is worship, repent, be a good little boy or girl, and you go to heaven. You're completely free to do whatevr you want. God is kind, and allows that. But if you don't do exactly as god says, you'll go to hell for all of eternity. But he loves you. Does that make the tiniest bit of sense to you? Why would something that loves you condemn you to such punishment for being human? That and there is no logical reason to believe that god even exists. But hey! Better do it cause the book tells you to.
2007-03-20 16:51:24
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answered by happygoluckymonkeybutt 1
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There are two question minutes apart on the forum that ask the same question so I guess it needs to be answered again. God hasn't asked man to have blind faith. He has given us evidence, strong evidence. It is then a matter of whether or not you will except that evidence. One of the best is found in Psalms 22:12-18
Many bulls have compassed me: strong bulls of Bashan have beset me round.
They gaped upon me with their mouths, as a ravening and a roaring lion.
I am poured out like water, and all my bones are out of joint: my heart is like wax; it is melted in the midst of my bowels.
My strength is dried up like a potsherd; and my tongue cleaveth to my jaws; and thou hast brought me into the dust of death.
For dogs have compassed me: the assembly of the wicked have inclosed me: they pierced my hands and my feet.
I may tell all my bones: they look and stare upon me.
They part my garments among them, and cast lots upon my vesture.
I have been told many times that Jesus manipulated His life to make it appear that He was the fulfillment of many Bible prophecies. This one would have been hard to self fulfill. Hanging there on the cross in agony I don't think anyone would say "Guys don't tear that coat shoot dice for it" Even this is not proof, but it is a reason for faith.. Jim
2007-03-18 10:52:27
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answer #6
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answered by Anonymous
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The father.Thesun.The holy spirit.They are all the same god but 3 parts. Like a clover has 3 leaves but it is all the same clover(not a four leaf a three)
2007-03-18 10:32:05
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answered by Daydream 999 1
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Go back to the very source of it all. Both Xtianity and Islam build their religion on a mistaken understanding of the Hebrew Bible. So first try there. I guarantee you that if you are looking for the truth in order to live and be a good person in the eyes of G-d. Then you will be succesful.
2007-03-18 10:24:56
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answered by Levi 3
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ok jesus isn't a god jesus is god's son and heavenly father isn't the son of the holy spirt the holy spirt is the spirit who whi\spers in your ear to tell you the right thing to do and we are all god's kids and god is heavenly father
* you should go to church the mormon one because it tells you all the real answers and everything then you shoulod probably get missionaries oh man they'll help you!
2007-03-18 10:27:27
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answered by .*♥sHeR♥*. 2
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The word god is a creation of G O D which means G radios O f D ias gradiose of dias the greek god..
2007-03-18 10:29:42
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answered by eviot44 5
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