I already have an opinion on this, I'm just curious to know what others think. Thanks in advance for your answers.
2007-11-07 09:11:35 · 12 answers · asked by Persephone 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
it doesn't take a Christian or Jew to appreciate the Bible's lessons and stories.
2007-11-07 09:15:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
You could believe things about the Bible and not be a Christian. However, if you believed the Bible in the totality of its message you would be a Christian. It all depends on how you interpret the word "believe".
2007-11-07 17:20:08 · answer #2 · answered by Todd 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
In most cases I would say NO, but I guess it depends on if you believe in the entire Bible or just parts of it. Also, if it is just the old testament then that would make you more Jewish than Christian.
2007-11-07 17:15:37 · answer #3 · answered by jwbyrdman 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
That might depend on your interpretation of a Christian. If you believe in the BIBLE that means you believe in God and the ten commandments. It sounds to me like you are a Christian if you believe in the bible. Remember there are Christians, and there are fanatic Christians.
2007-11-07 17:18:15 · answer #4 · answered by jalady 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You can believe in the Bible and not be a Christian. In order to be a Christian you have to accept Jesus as your Savior.
2007-11-07 17:18:10 · answer #5 · answered by Christine M 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Do you believe with all mind or your heart?
If mind - yes definitely
If heart - no definitely
Faith is what transfers the knowledge gained from the Bible in ones mind to ones heart.
2007-11-07 17:20:23 · answer #6 · answered by doug 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Christian means anointed. However, in common usage, it is no longer necessary to be Baptized and Confirmed to call oneself Christian. So, I guess it depends on your definition of Christian.
Edit: also it depends on your definition of "believe" Do you mean "accept as inspired by the Holy Spirit?"
2007-11-07 17:14:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
If your Bible says Jesus is the son of God and is your Lord -- etc etc. and you believe it -- you're a Christian. If your Bible doesn't say this and you don't believe this, you aren't a Christian.
2007-11-07 17:15:23 · answer #8 · answered by I, Sapient 7 · 1⤊ 4⤋
sure it is thats whats called head knowledge it wont get you anywhere only trusting in Jesus makes you a christian
2007-11-07 17:18:15 · answer #9 · answered by burkstep55 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I shouldn't think so. If you actually believe what it says, you have to act on it.
2007-11-07 17:15:56 · answer #10 · answered by r_moulton76 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋