What is the point of God?

Question

Any?

JoJo I'll wager more than 8. I'll give you one though....and a thumbs up

Bee man, wise enough to know which definition of here to use.

Answer 1

ace old chap just ace.

Answer 2

When I saw your picture and name I thought to myself hear is a wise man but when I saw your question I realised that you are not at all wise, after all these centuries that have come and gone and the message is still the same. I hear ed a story from the bible about the tower of Babel where in it a bunch of wise people all clever and pillars of intelligence and the wisest. Challenged God by building a tower up to heaven and generally thumbing their noses at god they all ended up speaking differently Knowing that do you think it is wise to gather all the people who do not believe and thumb your noses at God I for one do not know if there is a God but if there is and I show mercy and love and help as much as I can those who are less fortunate than myself and try to be a good person and do my best try and live cleanly and I die well the place where I end up could be a lot better than the one where you could end up if there is no God then I will probably end up in the same place as you either way I prefer the first option at least there is a 50% Chance for me but for the nose thumbers 0% Speak to me "O" wise one.

Answer 3

So that people who call themselves names like Angel, prayerbunny, jesuslovesu and all the other dafties who try to convert the sinners,like you and i, are kept off the streets.
If they are in church they aren`t hurting anyone are they.
Come to think of it though, there`s been a few Catholic priests who have done an awfull lot of damage!
I predict 8 thumbs down at least for this.

Answer 4

The I Ching answers:

Consultation on Saturday, August 04, 2007 at 10:13 AM.

Present: 64 Nearing Completion

Question: What is the point of God?

Things are not finished and things might be appearing hopeless; but the chaos of the past is slowly giving way to order, and the goal is in sight. You are still treading on thin ice Ñ the way ahead is unobstructed, the goal is clear, but a cautious and careful attitude is still essential, lest you slip and fall.

Nearing Completion is the last hexagram of the I Ching. It suggests that the ever-spinning wheel of life never reaches an absolute conclusion. Just as a hidden sadness resides in the heart of true euphoria, just as the seeds of great achievement often sprout first in a caldron of adversity, so too no end is ever really complete without a new beginning stirring inside it. Though we divide life into categories in order to understand and master it, experience itself is seamless. With this reading, the 64-spoked, the timeless wheel of change is ready to spin onward, ever evolving, ever staying the same.

The situation represented by this reading can be compared to that of taking a lengthy trek over a high mountain. At some point before reaching the peak, you can see in detail exactly how much farther you must travel. You will have a good idea what it will take to reach the top, because of the climbing experience you've accumulated thus far. However, when you do reach the peak, which has been in sight for quite a long period of sustained effort, you will have done only that. You will have reached the top - achieving your initial goal - but now you must still descend the other side. This last critical segment is what remains before completion.

You may have little information and no experience of what it's like descending the other side of the mountain. All your attention may have been focused on the route up. The coming situation may seem very strange to you, unlike anything that you have experienced before. For the back side of the mountain is where all of the true mysteries reside. Proceed carefully, cautiously, alertly - and you will reach your goal.

You cast several changing lines, which indicates a number of changing possibilities in the situation.

The first changing line is Line 2:

The time is not yet ripe for direct action. Patience is advised, but don't let the period of waiting degenerate into mere idleness. This is the patience of an engine revving in neutral. Be ready and waiting, but do not move prematurely before you get a green light.

The second changing line is Line 4:

Inevitably, as chaos gives way to a new order (as troubles dissolve themselves in the clarity of a fresh solution), struggles develop. This changing line refers to a situation where the disciples of decadence have mounted an attack against you. You must either advance strongly and firmly, or face humiliation and defeat. Take heart, and enter the fray. All of your skills, talents and influence will be needed; and in that in itself, there is great benefit.

The third changing line is Line 6:

There is a refreshing new sense of well-being which comes from an end to conflicts - either with others or within yourself. Celebrate and enjoy yourself, but don't overdo it lest your vision and confidence be lost. While a glass of wine can evoke the pleasant glow of success; an entire bottle puts out the light.


Future: 02 The Receptive

This hexagram represents the quality of likely opportunities and challenges arising from changes that are in process now:

Great receptivity attracts exceptional results. A natural responsiveness brings about success through support and perseverance, rather than through bold action. Thus, the wise person demonstrates strength like a powerful but gentle mare. This hexagram, consisting of all yin lines, represents a power of the feminine principle no longer honored in our modern world, but such receptivity is most auspicious.

The receptive force is sensual as well as powerful, and it can be missed by too much talk and planning. When spring comes, does the grass "plan" to grow? This is a time to concentrate on realities rather than potentials - with how to respond to a situation rather than how to direct it. The mature mare lets herself be guided by a higher power, and is skilled at graceful acceptance. In a strong spiritual way, her quiet contribution is most effective, and brings success.

Do not be too assertive at this time, for if you try to direct things, you are liable to become confused or alienated. Take your time. Draw strength from carefulness and you will be doubly fortunate. Focus more on feeling than on action. Be broad and deep in your attitudes so that you can accept everything that comes your way with grace and equanimity. Be receptive and spacious like the ocean; let the river of changing developments flow to you. Allow others to take the lead for now. Strive for a pure natural responsiveness that is based on inner strength rather than outer show.

Answer 5

There are so many Gods to choose from which one do you pick......God is a man made creation to control the people & in that respect God is an excellent idea espcially if your the one wielding Gods power & telling people how they should behave.In centries past it probably worked better than it dose today as people were less educated & quite literally you could strike the fear of God into someone......Please note I am not saying people who believe in God are thick.....For me God is pointless & serves no purpose. I could go on for hours....................................................

Answer 6

The concept of God does not play a part in my life. It obviously does in yours or you wouldn't be posting this question.

Answer 7

No point really.

As a deist, I don't think he gets involved with us anyway. Nor does He need is ego stroked.

Believing or not is a personal decision. We should all go by what makes sense to us.

Answer 8

It's ridiculous. God lives for life, life lives for God. Why can't we live for each other and forget about such a flawed concept?

Answer 9

Unconditional love.

Answer 10

The point? Some pre-adolescent children seem to "need" a Santa Claus, and some pre-transhumans still seem to "need" God in one form or another. Those of us who have evolved beyond the need for "revealed religion" don't need a fabricated "supreme being" to provide explanations or comfort - we're too busy becoming gods (with a small "g") ourselves. AD ASTRA!

Answer 11

No idea but I know what the point of dogs are.
Well done for posting this old chap!