grabbing religion?
2007-04-26 09:51:49 · 23 answers · asked by Julia peculiar 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Hello Julia, we can do both
2007-04-26 09:54:49 · answer #1 · answered by ? 2 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Don't be ridiculous. This would depend on several factors.
1) How much money do you have? If you are very rich and can provide for your children then to say that you should spend ALL your money on your kids is nuts. Kids already have too much stuff and are spoiled in today's society.
2) If you feel that your religion gives you something back, then it could be money well-spent, especially if some of that return is good for your kids...Many churches sponsor programs and clubs for kids.
3) If you don't have enough money, I agree. Your children need to be adequately cared for before money goes to ANY charity, not just religious charities.
2007-04-26 16:59:24 · answer #2 · answered by runningman022003 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
They need balance-don't go over the top. Plus it is a good thing to remind kids not all children have it so good and by helping others that can make them feel good too. I don't do religion, but our family is big in giving to charity and the kids are part of that. They need to see some type of "big picture" and see that the world is more than just their wants, some people go without basic needs. Kids feel good in giving back and helping. Just research where the money you give (church or charity) really goes when it leaves your hands!
2007-04-26 16:59:09 · answer #3 · answered by VAgirl 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Any religion that is money grabbing is usually also a cult, who's fundamental purpose is not the spiritual welfare of the congregation. I would not donate as much as a snot ball to such an organisation. As for my children, they never wanted for anything while they were growing up, and religion never even came a close second, only when it was righteous.
2007-04-26 17:35:56 · answer #4 · answered by Loxie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter had every thing she needed growing up. Two parents who loved and adored her, a roof over her head, clothes on her back, and food in her stomach. She also had firm but loving discipline. We also taught her to share with those who are less fortunate, so yes we give to the church and to many charities, not just money, but time and other things as well. My daughter will be 24 this year and came to us a year ago thanking us for raising her with the great morals and values we taught her. She told us most young adults her age have no respect and no compassion for anyone, including themselves.
2007-04-26 17:06:32 · answer #5 · answered by tebone0315 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We have kids who kill each other for a pair of tennis shoes or a hoodie with the "right" name on it. They have no idea that their allowance could be used on anything except whatever trinket or gadget that they happen to want at the time. It doesn't occur to them that instead of buying the latest CD or purse, they could be donating money to help feed the homeless, hungry, and poverty-stricken.
All things figured, I think the best possible thing a child could see is his parents giving of their time and money to a church-sponsored food pantry or clothing bank. Maybe our kids wouldn't grow up as spoiled and self-centered if they were exposed to the idea of sacrificial giving when they were young.
2007-04-26 17:14:09 · answer #6 · answered by Wolfeblayde 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to make sure the world is a good place for your kids to grow up in too and that means helping society as a whole. whether its religion or charity etc. you get out what you put in.
2007-04-26 16:55:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, I don't have a money grabbing religion so my kids get all the benefit.
2007-04-26 16:54:30 · answer #8 · answered by Sun: supporting gay rights 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tithing is 10% of your salary not everything you make. Kids today think they need everything. Parents give them what they need and everything they want and look what that has produced, kids who expect to have a high paying job and a really nice car. But they do not know how to work for it. They can't even get out of bed without parental help and they certainly can't make that bed.
2007-04-26 16:58:49 · answer #9 · answered by Chloe 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
i owe my children the basics, food clothing, shelter. I often buy them other things too, toys, movies, team sports memberships etc., etc. However, I feel that my religious organisation serves needs in other , less developed countries. ( I support the Leprosy Project and Water for Villages ( which digs wells) )and I feel that my Lord has given me enough for my family and some to share. so why not share?
2007-04-26 17:01:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
raising children is less to do with money and more to do morals, love and security. you silly woman. if someone wants to put a little bit in the collection tray on a sunday so what. i can understand why people don't like you.
2007-04-26 16:57:45 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋