does the bible not teach us to show compassion to our fellow man. Judge and be judged. do we not have the humanity to accept that we could be wrong and not to cast the first stone only we have not sinned?
If someone slaps you on the right cheek, turn and offer him your left. If a man wants to sue you for your shirt, let him have your coat as well.[
2007-09-11 21:12:07 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in News & Events ➔ Current Events
I am a Christian and I do believe that the Bible is God's Holy word.
I am also aware that verses from the Bible are open to misinterpretation.
2007-09-11 21:18:52 · answer #1 · answered by Faith 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I'm an Atheist. I don't need a book to tell me how to behave properly - I respect everybody equally unless there is some reason not to. For instance, if someone does me wrong, I will have a lesser view of them in future - that's called self preservation and common sense. If someone slapped my left cheek, I would punch them - why on earth would I offer them my right cheek? Why would I give someone my coat if they take my shirt? That's stupid! I don't sin and I don't slap anybody. Why do christians have this attitude that just by existing, we are sinners? Look in the bible and you will find anything you want. Turn the other cheek and an eye for an eye - they can't both be right, it's a contradiction.
2007-09-12 04:22:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I am a Christian, and I believe in the Bible. However, if you take sections out of the Bible and take them on their own, they can be misleading, better to read the whole passage to better understand their meaning. The Bible is a source of great comfort, as it teaches us directly what God wants from us and how best to achieve peace and harmony in our relationship with him. It is really hard to offer the other cheek and to give someone your coat if they sue you for your shirt. I'm not sure I totally get that, except to say that Jesus shows us how to live our lives with total humility and grace. You are right, we should not judge, that is for God to do, and we should not cast a stone unless we have sinned. It is however, our place within the Christian community to point out to people when they are straying far from God, or doing something which may harm their relationship with Him. This can be done in a gentle and loving, non-judgemental way, the way Jesus would have done it, not so as to score points. People often point out the weaknesses in others so as to distract themselves from the things they are doing wrong. This is not God's way. God is Love, He offers us a place in Heaven with Him for all eternity if we accept His Son Jesus Christ. That's it. That is Christianity. We don't have to do anything else. But the more we chose to live our lives the way Jesus taught us to, the better our relationship with God, and the more blessed we become.
2007-09-12 04:23:34 · answer #3 · answered by Tefi 6 · 4⤊ 2⤋
i am christian and yes parts of the bible i try to abide with but i think when thereis a situation where a little girl has possibly been killed then u cannot show compassion for the 2 people who caused it or even did it!! even if they are innocent i for one cannot forgive them and will never like them as they left their kids on their own. IT IS WRONG!
2007-09-12 04:42:50 · answer #4 · answered by *T*I*N*K*E*R*B*E*L*L* 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well done Kamran!
The Old Testament whilst included in the Christian Bible is totally applicable to the Jewish religion as this what they totally believe in.
The New Testament is totally applicable to Christians.
We live our life by the teaching of Jesus that are the New Testament.
2007-09-12 04:38:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The God of the Bible is a God of “shalom” (peace / right relationship). God “is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love, and relents from sending calamity.” (Joel 2:13). Passages in the Old Testament that suggest vengeance must be read in the greater context of a merciful and loving God. "To me belong vengeance and recompense" (Deut. 32:35) and "You shall not take vengeance...but shall love your neighbor as yourself" (Lev. 19:18) are themes that recur frequently in the Old Testament. In addition, the practical intent and meaning of many Old Testament laws was on limiting retaliation. "An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, a life for a life" was prescribed as a limitation on retribution and not a command to seek vengeance.
Into the New Testament, the central message in Jesus Christ is one of forgiveness and reconciliation: "All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation." (II Cor 5:18). The Christ who refused to endorse the stoning of the woman taken in adultery would have us speak to the world of compassion, not vengeance. Therefore, as people of faith, we can be confident that the biblical call to justice is a restorative one—one that seeks both accountability and healing.
Mr JT he also said this:
"Stop judging, that you may not be judged. For as you judge, so will you be judged,
and the measure with which you measure will be measured out to you. [Mt. 7:1-2]
2007-09-12 05:32:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I was brought up by strict catholic parents who firmly believed in ...spare the rod and spoil the child..believe me they didn't spare the rod..they are all a bunch of hypocrites I have been an atheist most of my adult life and will remain so....I fully agree with Spirit of radio who sums it up perfectly in my 'opinion'.For me the bible is a contradiction in terms just like lots of other religions ,sorry if that upsets the believers out there but it's how I feel.
2007-09-12 05:27:11 · answer #7 · answered by ǝuoʎʞɔɐʍ 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
As a christian I follow the teachings of Jesus.
I read my bible and try to live my life as He
would want me too.
It is lack of compassion that takes the world into all kinds of trouble, wars, and famine,
injustice, mental and physical abuse, and no
pity for those who do not conform to what we expect them to be.
2007-09-12 09:20:52 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Thought I was until I read the rest of it. If he slaps me, well, I won't go into that. So I am afraid that I am not a genuine Christian. Pity really thought I was.
2007-09-12 05:49:35 · answer #9 · answered by Radiator 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't belong to any organised religion. Was raised in one as a child (Catholicism) and had excellent exposure to the hypocrisy, greed and lust for power that one can find in religious leaders. No thanks!
I agree with the Dalai Lama, who when asked his religion replied, "My religion is kindness" - also my bumper sticker -"What religion can you find that is greater than kindness?"
Think about it. That is all it takes...
But I respect all - whatever their religious beliefs, as long at they don't try to shove them down my throat. And as long as they are not ready to kill me because I refuse to change my beliefs to agree with theirs.
2007-09-12 06:37:01 · answer #10 · answered by Sukara 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋