2007-12-13 19:11:16 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Just let them know clearly, that they're not good enough the way they are. Let them know clearly, that they'll only be good enough for your God when they are just like you. Let them know clearly that you intend to induce said change. I'll bring the marshmallows!
2007-12-13 20:37:22 · answer #1 · answered by alaska girl 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You have put all Australians in this small box and are stating that they need to change. Why? Because YOU think they should change. Have you ever heard of non-judgment?
Why should anybody change because you think they should.
That is a very narrow concept.
In each country there are many types of people. We cannot put a whole country into this box and state that they ALL need help. Why do they need help? You didn't state that in your question. Even if you gave a particular reason, you are judging others. Cannot you see that YOU need to change your thinking?
2007-12-14 03:33:51 · answer #2 · answered by Maureen S 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
You preach the Gospel, and if God wants someone He will deal with them. That's not like what a lot of other Christians think, but that's the way it works.
You see, a lot of people think that all people are God's children, when God says the opposite. The word, 'Kosmos' does not have a singular meaning like a lot of other Christians imply. It means this:
Strong's Number: 2889
Definition
1. an apt and harmonious arrangement or constitution, order, government
2. ornament, decoration, adornment, i.e. the arrangement of the stars, 'the heavenly hosts', as the ornament of the heavens. 1 Pet. 3:
3. the world, the universe
4. the circle of the earth, the earth
5. the inhabitants of the earth, men, the human family
6. the ungodly multitude; the whole mass of men alienated from God, and therefore hostile to the cause of Christ
7. world affairs, the aggregate of things earthly
1. the whole circle of earthly goods, endowments riches, advantages, pleasures, etc, which although hollow and frail and fleeting, stir desire, seduce from God and are obstacles to the cause of Christ
8. any aggregate or general collection of particulars of any sort
1. the Gentiles as contrasted to the Jews (Rom. 11:12 etc)
2. of believers only, John 1:29; 3:16; 3:17; 6:33; 12:47 1 Cor. 4:9; 2 Cor. 5:19
http://bible.crosswalk.com/Lexicons/Greek/grk.cgi?number=2889&version=kjv
So the verse means 'of believers only'.
John 3
16"For God so loved the world ( Kosmos ) that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
With that, you can take the rest of the Bible and see that God gives some people the ability to respond to Him. And He doesn't want everybody. In fact, it's against human nature to want to know God. It takes God's Spirit in people to make sense out of the things of God.
So you preach, and then you let God make the seeds of His word grow. The one's who reject the word of God are not His people. His people, as Jesus said, do the will of God.
2007-12-14 03:35:07 · answer #3 · answered by Christian Sinner 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Forget it. I've known a lot of Mormons who wasted two years trying to convert Aussies. The vast majority of the continent want nothing to do with foreigners preaching religion.
2007-12-14 04:12:15 · answer #4 · answered by Unrepentant Fenian Bastard 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Strewth mate! You come the raw prawn here and Australia will change you. We have enough of the home-grown gospel fruitcakes without importing more!
2007-12-14 04:04:09 · answer #5 · answered by timelord 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
And you are who to judge whom needs changeing?Sounds like someone needs to rethink and possibly reread the Bible,correct me if I am wrong,but to say a person needs change is to judge them right?You want to change a life,do not confront them with their "sin" live your life as an example.
Leaders lead by example,followers follow by leaders example.
2007-12-14 03:56:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, to access Australia for that kind of thing you need first to fly into New Zealand. Dont worry about bringing lots of food into New Zealand. they love it... and wood products too... gifts for needy New Zealand children... surprise them.. don't let anyone know you have them or you will spoil the surprise.
They love missionaries in New Zealand... a little salt and pepper.... some fresh herbs... smeared with mango.
2007-12-14 03:23:53 · answer #7 · answered by Icy Gazpacho 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Don't use the words 'you need to change' for a start. Just teach those who want to be taught.
You will be resented for trying to force a belief on people.
2007-12-14 03:19:07 · answer #8 · answered by Lou 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Forget it mate!
Those that want it have it...those that dont want it wont take to kindly to you shoving your beliefs down their throats!
Australians dont need to change mate we are a pretty relaxed and happy mob and we dont need to have some yobbo telling us that we have the wrong end of a dugite!
Leave your preaching for the pulpit...and leave the Aussies to their sun, sand and surf......
btw...what makes YOU so sure you dont have the wrong end of the dugite yourself mate?????
2007-12-14 03:27:44 · answer #9 · answered by Rob and Kelly B 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋
What would it take for you to understand clearly that you need to change?
2007-12-14 03:19:18 · answer #10 · answered by qxzqxzqxz 7 · 7⤊ 0⤋