| From Loki (Q1429. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Other) |
Do you know your biological mother? |
If I may answer a couple of the questions above ...
I have always had a great relationship with my parents and sibling.
I'm a Christian.
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From evokedeath (Q1428. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Other) |
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nope :)
Cordially,
John
| From reforjesus (Q1425. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Christian) |
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Jonah...
Because it demonstrates God's love for the Ninevites (even though they were living in sin) and the repentance of the Ninevites... and God's response in love...
Cordially,
John
| From curious georgett (Q1424. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Other) |
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They believe that Jesus is a created being (an angel named Michael).
They do not believe that Jesus is the Son of God (in the Christian Biblical sense).
Jehovah's Witnesses do not believe in the Trinity.
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Here is a brief synopsis of the Trinity:
There is only ONE God. He manifests himself in three personas/persons/manifestation... for the purposes of the redemption of, and relationship with, human beings.
Contrary to what some people say, there is nothing irrational or illogical about this concept (of the Trinity).
For an explanation (and defense) of the doctrine of the Trinity, see http://www.godsci.org/gs/sect/doc/trinit...
Cordially,
John
| From loreerocks (Q1422. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Other) |
She was a loyal follower just like the rest? |
The alleged gospel / writings of Mary Magdalene date from 150 or more years after Jesus Christ.
So they were not written by the original Mary Magdalene.
Cordially,
John
| From I'm Done (Q1421. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Other) |
What do you think? Did He show up on earth before He was born to Mary? He did exist from the beginning, and some passages make me think that He did show up once in a while |
Yes.
Jesus did come to earth on several occasions in the Old Testament. These are called Theophanies.
Feel free to email me if you are interested in more info.
Cordially,
John
| From dutch94199 (Q1420. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Other) |
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God chose to reveal information about himself to specific individuals (who were called prophets). There writings and/or teachings were collected into scrolls which were later collected into the Old Testament.
The New Testament is composed of writings by eyewitnesses, disciples and apostles of Jesus Christ. The writing had to be by a disciple or apostle, or authenticated by a disciple or apostle.
Cordially,
John
| From Michael (Q1419. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Christian) |
Do we worship the same God (the olny true God). |
Nope...
The Muslim picture of God is very different from the Christian God.
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The Christian God manifests himself as the Trinity; the Muslim God does not.
Here is a brief synopsis of the Trinity:
There is only ONE God. He manifests himself in three personas/persons/manifestation... for the purposes of the redemption of, and relationship with, human beings.
Contrary to what some people say, there is nothing irrational or illogical about this concept (of the Trinity).
For an explanation (and defense) of the doctrine of the Trinity, see http://www.godsci.org/gs/sect/doc/trinit...
Cordially,
John
| From Robsthings (Q1417. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Other) |
There seems to be a lot of moral indignation flying around here.
What do you think of Wells' statement? |
The statement needs further context to be meaningful...
Cordially,
John
| From soulsista (Q1415. archived Tuesday, 10-Apr-2007, 12:08 pm. Other) |
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Yes.
Cordially,
John
| From Earthangel (Q1411. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
Is there any reason to believe he was treated differently to any common person crucified at the time? |
Yes, Jesus was treated differently.
He was held in high reverence by his followers so they would not have allowed his body to be thrown to wild dogs.
The early eyewitness accounts indicate that his body was put in a tomb and sealed up in it.
Cordially,
John
| From Biblehelp (Q1410. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
Revelation 20:13,14 "And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and HELL delivered up the dead which were in them; and they were judged every man according to their works. And death and HELL were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death." If hell is were you go when deemed wicked, why are you judged AFTER being there already? Why do you cast a fiery place of torment into a lake of fire if that's what it already was? I pose these questions to make you think, I already know the answer. |
Good points...
Interested in what you think...
Cordially,
John
| From Helt2 (Q1409. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
Seems like Heaven would be a better fit, if you really wanted them to "suffer". |
Yes... The punishment is tailored to fit the crime...
Enjoyed your question...
Cordially,
John
| From Helt2 (Q1408. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
Why is Hell not a paradise for the evil? God must play a part to force the Devil's hand...right? |
Satan does not control hell.
Cordially,
John
| From Lunarsight (Q1407. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
I don't mean this as a loaded question. I'm trying to see if there may have been a political motivation could have swayed some of the Gospel-writers to fabricate/embellish their accounts. |
Nope...
Cordially,
John
| From McGeezy (Q1405. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
Why or why not? |
The two are complementary...
Cordially,
John
| From thatmadlass (Q1403. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
Is there a bit in the bible that says so? |
Yes...
Cordially,
John
| From WhatChair (Q1402. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
Just tell me the book and chapter and section or whatever. |
Check out --
Matthew 5:22, 29,30; 10:28; 18:9; 23:15; 23:33
Mark 9:43; 9:45; 9:47
Luke 12:5; 16:23
James 3:6
2 Peter 2:4
(NIV Bible).
Cordially,
John
| From c'est la vie (Q1400. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
dont you think the world is getting out of hand with underage sex? |
I agree...
Cordially,
John
| From mrfrigo (Q1397. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Christian) |
What does this mean to you and Is Christ Jesus alive In your life today??????? |
yes he is alive today :)
What does this mean to me?
That I can trust him with my life today, and my eternal destiny...
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From monkeydob (Q1396. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
Show the world your faith in Him |
Well written :)
Cordially,
John
| From claires82 (Q1395. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
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yes.
Cordially,
John
| From R B H (Q1394. archived Monday, 19-Feb-2007, 12:33 pm. Other) |
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Disobedience to God.
Cordially,
John
| From sweetie_baby (Q1392. archived Tuesday, 30-Jan-2007, 5:26 pm. Other) |
When we are told to fear God, what does that mean? I love God, and I find peace in His plan for my life. I dont have fear of Him. Am I missing something, or is fear more about respect for Him? I have respect, but when someone mentions God, I dont feel afraid. |
Respect.
For those of us who are in daily relationship with the Christian God, we are to respect Him; we do not have to fear him.
A relationship with a good parent is a combination of love and respect (when we do what is right, and good) and fear (when we do wrong/evil -- thus justly earning the wrath/ punishment of our parents)... Similarly, when we do wrong/evil, it is relevant for us to fear God (in the sense of fearing the chastisement that we can expect from God).
This fear is not intended to make us afraid of God or to drive us away from God, but is rather intended to remind us of the just consequences of our sin (chastisement) and so keep us on the straight and narrow path -- since even as Christians it is possible for us to fall into sin.
For those who choose to reject the Christian God, there is reason to fear (death, God, negative consequences of the afterlife).
Cordially,
John
| From malisimo (Q1391. archived Tuesday, 30-Jan-2007, 5:26 pm. Other) |
Would endless misery benefit the Almighty, as the INFLICTOR? |
Hell is not about benefits. It is about Justice.
Hell is a consequence of the Justice of God -- and the harm/evil that is done by humans (to each other) during their lifetimes on earth.
Cordially,
John
| From Harry (Q1389. archived Tuesday, 30-Jan-2007, 5:26 pm. Other) |
...don't you think we acclomplished it? Maybe went a little overboard? This world is overpopulated, and christians are still touting "be fruitful and multiply" as an argument against homosexuality. Maybe God is making more homosexuals to curb the population problem. I know for a fact that I was born gay, and don't tell me I wasn't. Being gay is not a choice. If you're not gay, you wouldn't know, did you make a choice to be straight? |
I personally agree with you that the earth is overpopulated...
Thank you for sharing your viewpoint regarding homosexuality.
I appreciate the fact that you believe that God made you... now, whether God made you gay, or if that is a consequence of life-choices that you (and the people in your life made) remains a topic of some contoversy...
I would like to commend you for your desire to believe in God...
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From its_ok_im_here69's (Q1387. archived Tuesday, 30-Jan-2007, 5:26 pm. Other) |
Does anyone feel sorry for those doomed to hell,or even Satan? |
Good questions...
I do feel sorry for those doomed to hell.
For a person to be forgiven they have to repent and turn to Jesus Christ. For a brief explanation of the gospel (of salvation through Jesus Christ), see http://www.godsci.org/gs/new/essence.htm...
Cordially,
John
| From loni_831 (Q1386. archived Tuesday, 30-Jan-2007, 5:26 pm. Other) |
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Playing with the occult, the New-Age Movement, Channeling, Witchcraft -- any of these can make you susceptible to demon oppression and/or demon possession.
It is a matter of certain mystical practices which open us up to demons.
Cordially,
John
| From the pretty one22 (Q1385. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
being like 10 percent used 90 percent wasted. |
Some atheists think, some appear to not :)
The 10% brain usage story appears to be an urban legend...
It took a good bit of my brain capacity to examine the evidence for the existence of God (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/godsci/evidence... ) ...
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From william s (Q1382. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
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In Revelation -- metaphorical -- but God could make it literal in the future.
Cordially,
John
| From bob (Q1381. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
and so many different sects that all worship the same book? |
Because of personality cults (many people follow individuals rather than being committed to really study and understand what the Bible is saying).
Cordially,
John
| From bob (Q1380. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
Some words or phrases loose their 'true' meanings when they are translated.How much of the bible is possibly 'untrue' now in its present form? |
Less than 1 % is ambiguous.
Cordially,
John
| From sub.lihhij (Q1379. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
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For discussion of Near Death Experiences (and references to studies regarding NDEs), see http://www.godsci.org/gsi/doxa/god/args/...
Cordially,
John
| From wires (Q1375. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Science) |
Fossils are being found on a daily basis. Many show a strong relationship to one another as if the latter evolved from the prior. |
The fossils do NOT prove Macro*evolution.
--
It is relevant to note that ...
There is no evidence that proves Atheistic MacroEvolution (without Intelligent Design)...
I used to believe in Evolution. However, over a period of time I have grown skeptical of the claims of Macro*Evolution... this is largely due to the weakness of the evidence for Macro*Evolution, and the fact that the evidence, rationally interpreted does not support the overarching claims made by Macro*Evolutionists...
For scientific and intellectual critiques of evolution, see http://www.godsci.org/gsi/apol/evo/00.ht... .
Cordially,
John
| From Direktor (Q1370. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
To what happened to them in the Holocaust? |
I am very sympathetic/ empathetic to what happened to the Jews in the Holocaust.
Both Jews and Gentiles (all of us) are ultimately responsible for Jesus' death on the cross.
The individuals who nailed Jesus to the cross were gentiles.
Cordially,
John
| From missy (Q1369. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
I mean... don't they have minds of their own? Just because their "organazation" says it, does that make it true? It is very sad that someone can be brainwashed like that. I feel sorry for the children that are brought up in that. I am not saying they are evil..just very mislead..i know a girl who is a witness and she is very nice. But really they act like robots. |
Thank you for sharing your experience.
I find that Jehovah's Witnesses will typically never accept any literature that examines their beliefs (or the claims of the Watchtower organization) from a non-Witness viewpoint.
This is in part because Jehovah's Witnesses have been taught (in the past at least) that the rest of "Christendom" are followers of Satan.
Cordially,
John
| From buccaneerparrot (Q1367. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Christian) |
There is no THEORY out there that can turn me away from my belief in Divine Creation. I am set firm in that belief. I cannot look at the beautiful perfect world in which we live in and see it as nothing more than one huge fluke. |
In response to your questions...
Adam and Eve are not likely to have been fair skinned, red headed etc... They very likely looked Semitic...
It is possible that they didnt look Semitic, but looked like Cro-Magnon men (or even like Neanderthals -- but this may not be as likely)...
I agree with you that when the Bible says we are made in the image of God, it is referring to mind, intelligence, soul etc (not body).
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I agree with you regarding Micro-evolution and Macro-evolution...
There is no evidence that proves Atheistic MacroEvolution (without Intelligent Design)...
I used to believe in Evolution. However, over a period of time I have grown skeptical of the claims of Macro*Evolution... this is largely due to the weakness of the evidence for Macro*Evolution, and the fact that the evidence, rationally interpreted does not support the overarching claims made by Macro*Evolutionists...
For scientific and intellectual critiques of evolution, see http://www.godsci.org/gsi/apol/evo/00.ht... .
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I agree with you re Divine Creation :)
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
For scientific and intellectual evidence for the existence of God, see http://www.godsci.org/gs/godsci/evidence...
Cordially,
John
| From Lin J Thinker (Q1366. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
Do they believe he is the begotten son? |
Some Jews do.
There is a growing number of Jews who believe that Jesus is the Jewish Messiah. Such Jews are sometimes called Messianic Jews.
--
Many people from other faiths (and world-views) are commiting their lives to Christ. E.g., see
http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/...
Cordially,
John
| From bush_kill (Q1365. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
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Good question :)
Various possible options exist:
1. He didnt take predators on the Ark.
2. He took meat on board for the predators.
3. The predators were able to eat other vegetarian food (for the duration that they were on the ark).
It is relevant to note that some Christians see the Noahic flood to be a global flood, and other committed Christians see the Noahic flood to be a regional (rather than global) flood. The Hebrew in the relevant Genesis passages is consistent with either option.
Cordially,
John
| From LadyRebecca (Q1364. archived Thursday, 25-Jan-2007, 12:23 pm. Other) |
Please elaborate - thanks for your input |
Most of the time water divining does not work...
If it works a fraction of the time, that could be due to chance, or due to background knowledge of the person doing the divining...
Cordially,
John
| From garcon1on1 (Q1363. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
we all need help, not everyone can ask or express it. but one can see when another is in need. so please go out of your way, and help another soul |
Good idea :)
Cordially,
John
| From dr_jeckyl1 (Q1362. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
in revelations it says that no man should take or add anything to the bible. so if most of ur religous beliefs are centered around this other lost part of the bible. then isnt it all just a big sin? |
Good question.
Cordially,
John
| From freespirit (Q1359. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
that could be wrong cause knowing and thinking are two diffrent things. |
Good point.
That is why it is important for us to use the historic-grammatic-linguistic approach to come to an understanding of what the author of each book intended to convey to his readers.
Cordially,
John
| From elizabeth (Q1358. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
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They lived... and they died. And are currently with the Christian God, in his presence.
And as the responder above me said, they await the resurrection.
Cordially,
John
| From Chaud's Girl (Q1357. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
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yes :)
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From Heron by the Sea (Q1353. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
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Yes -- Mormons believe in the existence of millions of gods.
However Mormons are told to worship only one of those millions of gods.
Cordially,
John
| From kimmee (Q1351. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
Who benefits more? You or the other person? |
Depends on the circumstances...
Relationship is restored by forgiveness.
The one forgiving obtains peace (and grows in character).
The one being forgiven also obtains peace of mind ...
To Forgive -- is from God...
Cordially,
John
| From maybe_im_right08 (Q1349. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060713/ap_o...
Please go to the link and read the story about the finches. It is some evidence of evolutionary change, and I think it's wonderful. What are you guys' reactions to it? |
This is evidence of Micro*Evolution...
--
It is relevant to note that...
There is no evidence that proves Atheistic MacroEvolution (without Intelligent Design)...
I used to believe in Evolution. However, over a period of time I have grown skeptical of the claims of Macro*Evolution... this is largely due to the weakness of the evidence for Macro*Evolution, and the fact that the evidence, rationally interpreted does not support the overarching claims made by Macro*Evolutionists...
For scientific and intellectual critiques of evolution, see http://www.godsci.org/gsi/apol/evo/00.ht... .
Cordially,
John
| From locomexican89 (Q1347. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
Could it really be world war 3? |
I am not worried.
This is all in God's hands (the Christian God).
Cordially,
John
| From eduarodi (Q1346. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
I don't mean to offend, just to really ask. So, pro-life people don't want women to abort, but how much do they care for this child, once he's not aborted, and he's born to a poor family, or seriously ill, or to be the 8th, 9th or 10th child in the family? Do they work for their life to be better? Wouldn't THAT be pro-life? |
Many pro-lifers volunteer to take care of such children.
And many pro-lifers adopt children to help children who need homes.
Many pro-lifers also volunteer and financially support orphanages.
Cordially,
John
| From vanembryzoe (Q1345. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Christian) |
I'm not being a smart alec I am a christian this is a serious question please answer seriously. |
BC = before Christ.
AD = Anno Domini (year of our Lord).
The year Jesus was born was set as AD 0.
One year before that was 1 BC.
One year after Jesus was born was 1 AD.
It turns out however that when this calendar was set, Jesus' year of birth was counted as being ~ 4 years after his actual year of birth... so Jesus was born ~ 4 BC.
Cordially,
John
| From freespirit (Q1344. archived Thursday, 28-Dec-2006, 12:50 pm. Other) |
or is it a sin to just simply do something the bible tells you not to like eat pork or being unclean when women are on their cycle (waiting 7 days) |
There are other specific commands in the New Testament (for instance) than just the 10 commandments...
The 10 commandments are like a summary of the major commandments in the Bible.
Jesus' top 2 commands are (1) love God above everything else and with everything you are, and (2) love your neighbor as yourself... are a summary of the 10 commandments.
Anything we do (which we shouldnt do), or dont do (which we should do) that violates the two commandments above is sin.
Cordially,
John
| From Wystar St (Q1343. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
Do you have or know where the nearest bomb shelter is? Does your city have a plan in case something like this happens? What can we, as a country, do after the nuclear bombs hit? |
Pray :)
And live frugally (consuming little) and be mentally prepared to die (from radiation sickness if and when it comes).
In the meantime, work to restore society and civilization.
Cordially,
John
| From Hootie (Q1341. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Christian) |
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As other Christians have mentioned above...
1 Corinthians 10:13
Cordially,
John
| From uslambo182 (Q1340. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
I've been trying to project for a while, i've gotten close several times and one time i got a lucid dream, but any other time i just fall asleep or give up after an hour or so of trying... |
I agree with one of the other answers.
Astral projection is a dangerous activity -- which can lead to opening yourself up to demonic oppression and possibly possession.
Cordially,
John
| From john mark carr (Q1339. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Christian) |
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Christian...
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From kdude421 (Q1338. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
would you? I mean totally eliminate God, from people's minds, books, all records, everywhere. And to clarify right now, because I can already tell what people are going to to say, eliminating God does not mean that eliminating what God created in this world, so no eliminating God will not eliminate all of existence. I mean just eliminate the idea of God. |
Impossible to do...
Even if we did eliminate the memory of the word God (and all memories of him) from all the people in the world -- within a few years, many intelligent people would ponder the evidence, and come to the conclusion that God does exist.
Please be aware that there is scientific and intellectual evidence for the existence of God (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/godsci/evidence...
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From bucfan (Q1337. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
All you hear any more is Bush bashing. News outlets like the dispicable New York Times go out of thier way to report soley on putting down the Bush adminastration. Its because their Editor in Chief is a left bastard who hand picked his staff. The NY Times has done some awful things. People base their opinions and views off the media, even though they know half the time to story is one sided and rarely shows more than one view. This country it going down the tubes when everything is getting so political. Its all about Republican and Democrat anymore and not about whats truely right and wrong. |
Well said.
I recommend the book "Bias" by a CBS insider who talks about anti-conservative bias in the media.
Cordially,
John
| From Joe S (Q1336. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
Doesn't science say that your thoughts are nothing more than biochemical processes, so whatever you think or feel is essentially meaningless, and has no basis in objective reality. If you so strongly defend Darwinism, why can't you apply it to your own lives, and just accept that there is no purpose beyond survival of the species instead of pretending that you're here for some purpose. |
Well said :)
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From Dark Philisopher (Q1335. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
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Not voluntarily :)
If it is the Christian God's will that I die for what I believe in, he will give me the ability to endure the suffering.
Cordially,
John
| From mark_intotdeauna (Q1334. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
do what they do? |
Because we dont want to believe in God :)
Cordially,
John
| From Crack The Sky (Q1333. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
Any particular reason? |
Yes...
why?
Because I am fortunate to be living in daily relationship with the Christian God...
I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From cannon_primed (Q1332. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
that statement is not true. it is just a remixed version of genesis 38:9-10 that people formed to oppose masturbation. the true story is that onan didnt want to make an heir for er that wasnt his own heir so he spilt his seed on the ground everytime he had sex with er's wife. aha!!!! |
I agree with you re Onan...
Cordially,
John
| From wiki (Q1331. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
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Israel will never fall.
Cordially,
John
| From BinoJ (Q1328. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Christian) |
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I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
For scientific and intellectual evidence for the existence of God, see http://www.godsci.org/gs/godsci/evidence...
Cordially,
John
| From Sappho (Q1327. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
Every zombie movie comes true: the dead walk the earth in search of tasty brains. What do you do? |
Thank God that cant happen...
If it happened, I'd have to learn to defend myself against zombies... :)
Cordially,
John
| From r_u_really_that_scared (Q1326. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
Jerusalem would be “a burdensome stone” to all nations (Zechariah 12:3). |
Good point.
Cordially,
John
| From twistedscits (Q1325. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
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God has the ability to give us the power to perform miracles.
What he has tended to do however is to reserve miracles for certain key periods in Judeo-Christian History (e.g., the time of Moses, the time of Elijah and Elisha, the time of Christ).
Cordially,
John
| From elliottandelliottmtg (Q1324. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Christian) |
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Probably not.
Cordially,
John
| From Shelbzz (Q1323. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
i know madonna is super into it... and someother celebs. but what is it? (please dont compy and paste from websties... im stupid... i need it explained to me simply) |
A form of mysticism.
Originally a Jewish form of mysticism. Now has become wider than that (kind of mixture of occult and new-age elements).
Cordially,
John
| From eakinninj... (Q1322. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
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The Bible says that Ishmael and his offspring would be in conflict with the various people groups around them.
Historically this has been true (through the centuries).
(In general Muslims view themselves as being descendents either literally or spiritually of Ishmael).
Cordially,
John
| From smart person (Q1321. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
I am a Christian, but I was just wondering what Jewish people thought of Jesus. That is the major difference in these two religions. I know that Jesus was a Jewish rabbi, and I think He is considered to be a prophet, but what else? What does the Jewish faith teach about Jesus (if anything)? |
I have come across several Jews who believe in Jesus... there is a growing movement within Judaism called Messianic Judaism which believes that Yeshua (Jesus) is the Jewish Messiah.
The major forms of Judaism are
1. Chasdim / Hasdim
2. Orthodox
3. Conservative
4. Reformed
5. Messianic
The non-Messianic forms of Judaism would tend to view Jesus as a Rabbi who was misunderstood (by his followers) or who was mistaken (in thinking that he was the unique Son of God).
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Many people from other faiths and world-views (including Judaism) are commiting their lives to Christ. E.g., see
http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/...
Cordially,
John
| From mark_intotdeauna (Q1320. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
do all those religious things? |
Which religious things?
Worship? All people worship something or the other (even atheists, in my experience). Christians worship (worth-ship; attribute worth to) the Christian God.
Some people do "religious things" such as rituals -- because they help set the stage for experiencing the peace or presence of God.
Some people do religious things out of rote practice (doesnt mean much to them).
Some people do religious things because their parents did them.
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Personally, I focus on daily relationship with the Christian God (parent-child/ friend-to-friend relationship) rather than on any religious things...
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If you are interested... I used to be an atheist. Over a period of time however, I grew convinced of the existence of the Christian God, and ultimately committed my life to Christ (e.g., see http://www.godsci.org/gs/chri/testimony/... ).
Cordially,
John
| From mollie d (Q1319. archived Monday, 27-Nov-2006, 5:26 pm. Other) |
Some say it will be the greatest war of all. Others say that the beasts troops will gather against Gods' people and that God will just simply kill the bad guys. I know this is simply put, but what do you think? |
There will be a big battle, and God will ultimately step in to destroy the bad guys.
Cordially,
John
| From z9y2a8sdf32q (Q1318. archived Monday, 16-Oct-2006, 12:56 pm. Other) |
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Nope.
Cordially,
John
| From St. Anthony of Y!Answers (Q1317. archived Monday, 16-Oct-2006, 12:56 pm. Other) |
I am baking one right now! |
If it is offered with your love (and the commitment of your life to Jesus Christ), then Yes.
If not, he is not that interested in the apple pie (more interested in a parent-child relationship with you).
Cordially,
John
| From paul_p_25 (Q1316. archived Monday, 16-Oct-2006, 12:56 pm. Other) |
How does christianity allow for a diety that knows everything you are going to do in life (Fitting into the "plan"), yet allow you to make decisions that are not already preordained? It seems to me that the two ideas are mutualy exclusive. For example, if it is in the "plan" for someone to reject the teaching of christianity, how can they accept that it is real? Or, if it was preordained for the terrorists |