How is Christianity wrong?
Q. Everything I say is meant to be as open-minded as possible: I have a deep history of general New Age spiritualism, so I come from a similar background of most truth seekers. But the way I see it, what makes Christianity stand out is the facts behind the main man of the faith: Jesus Christ. He made the bold claim that he was the Son of God Himself in a land where that claim was of the highest blasphemy. But the amazing part is that he proves it: Miraculous conception, fulfils many specific prophesies, performs tons of healings and other miricals, shows pure sinlessness, speaks many truths, and in the end rises from the dead. All this with more documentation than many past wars. So I want to make sure, do I have my religion right this… [cont.]
Asked by Scott T - Tue Aug 21 18:34:19 2007 - - 36 Answers - 2 Comments

A. First, it's so much more than RELIGION. It's about a relationship with the ruler and creator of all. I believe in Jesus Christ and that's what I seek after, a relationship, which in turn effects how I live (religion). "Christians" do and have had their problems. Not everybody who calls on His name is truly of Jesus. But you have to look at everything in a perspective that makes sense. The ruler and creator of all (God) is perfect and has no equal, therefore that which He created has turned out to be imperfect. We, (His creation) can not be perfect, if we were, it would give the indication that we are equal to God, which we are not. Everything has glitches and failures, computers malfunction, cars depreciate and TVs blowout. People kill,… [cont.]
Answered by dmarkuswiggins - Wed Aug 22 00:05:54 2007

How can one get over the "mythology factor" in Christianity?
Q. I am a big time skeptic when it comes to many things, religion in particular. THE biggest thing when it comes to religions (Christianity in this case) is getting over what I see as a mythology factor. Christian teachings and the Bible are FULL of things that seem so superstitious and not of reality. For example: seven day creation/young earth, humanity damned/original sin because of two people, a virgin birth, savior who is killed but rises again and then ascends into heaven, a place of eternal suffering for people who didn't accept Jesus as their savior (even if they were genuine and good people), Noah's ark, talking serpent, talking donkey, revealed knowledge about God's behavior and plans for the future, demonic possession. In… [cont.]
Asked by Sterling - Thu Aug 6 11:24:34 2009 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I ask YOU to please not be offended by MY opinions but to instead try to see through what may appear to be negative assessments of your thoughts to the message within. You see, I think the problem is that you're "too smart"...and the more you learn about "the way things work", the more trouble you have believing things that go against everything you've already learned about your existence. I think this is why Jesus said that we needed to learn to have the faith of a child...because he understood that the longer we spend looking at the parameters of our current existence, the more difficult it is to see what might lie beyond those parameters. To put it another way, our definition of "impossible" is determined by the limits of our… [cont.]
Answered by KAL - Thu Aug 6 12:39:52 2009

what is the true orgin of religion. What is the truth on christianity.?
Q. There are many copies to religions. My Brother Danny Mitchell is a Afrikan history professor at UCLA. I think my facts are what are taught in college if you doubt it, search it. For those who just read the bible and not history. Not too mention the entire bible takes place mostly in Kemet (Egypt). Also to add Ashra kwesi who lives here in dallas takes thousands for the last 10 yrs or more back to Africa to read the walls and prove the bibles faults. And also allow you to take pictures to take home and decifer yourself. (If you read learn to read it for truth seekers) here is his link to see footage of those trips. That just my background of resources. I promise you all Christians are left with their mouth wide open the more you watch. … [cont.]
Asked by The Real S. Poe - Tue Jan 12 15:52:14 2010 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The true origin of religion was to take advantage of the ignorant and week by fear
Answered by DS - Tue Jan 12 16:00:21 2010

Why do the US President and the Prime Ministers of England and Australia hate David Hicks so maliciously?
Q. Is it because David Hicks is a white Australian convert to Islam from Christianity who was caught in Afghanistan? Is David Hicks not a poor white Australian Muslim who was living among poor Afghanies & was not a member of the American educated, rich Arabs who were blamed for 9/11, yet he is being held captive & abused & tortured in Guantanamo & disowned by Governments of Australia and England of which he holds dual citizenship. USA & Australia & England hate for David Hicks, white Australian/English Muslim convert, to gain the attention of young white men & women as a seeker of Truth who found Truth in Islam & who understands that political Christian Beasts do not want the World to see and experience that the political Christian Beasts… [cont.]
Asked by mythkiller-zuba - Mon Aug 14 18:35:50 2006 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I am pretty sure it is because he fought with the enemy!
Answered by Thomas the Tank - Mon Aug 14 18:42:01 2006

Is modern Christianity (salvation theology) discouraging people from becoming real Christians?
Q. Christ preached: Seek ye first, the Kingdom of God," and encouraged people to "worship in Spirit." So just put the two phrases together and you get "Spiritual Seeker." He definitely wanted people to go after the light of God and become "Children ot the light." Click on my avatar for the references. But these days people are taught salvation theology, in which a person is "saved" at a particular point in time. You now believe you are saved by the blood and so you are saved. The problem? That idea leads people to think that nothing is necessary after that... so where is the seeking in that??? Seek ye first... Christ said to be seeking something. So does this salvation theology convince people that they don't need to seek anything,… [cont.]
Asked by Lakely - Fri Mar 27 17:31:08 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You bring up very important questions and comments; thank you. Yes, this instant salvation theology sometimes allows a person -- who repeats after the priest or minister that he believes he is saved from "eternal Hell-fire and damnation" by the "blood sacrifice" of the crucified Jesus Christ -- to then willfully sin Monday through Saturday, and then confess his sins to be forgiven by a priest on Sunday ? If all sins are forgiven as above, then confessing to a priest would not be needed. This is inconsistent and does cause some logical skeptics to reject this confusing gospel and become atheists or agnostics. When well-meaning but confused ministers and church members knock on my door and ask if I am saved by the blood of Jesus who… [cont.]
Answered by Brother Dave - Fri Mar 27 21:57:19 2009

Is Christianity spiritually dead?
Q. The first, most absolute prerequisite of any spiritual growth is humility. There is no hope for any spiritual growth by the religionist, nor any hope for justice in a religion's relations with the rest of the world, without humility. That is absolutely basic. Yet it is seldom a feature of major religions. The reason why is simple. People simply don't like to be asked to be humble enough to accept that they may be wrong, that others may have more rights than they may think appropriate, or that they or their religious leaders can be wandering in the wilderness of error. Yet such a reality is basic to any religion that seeks to have any hope of improving the spirituality of its members or of the civility of the world in which it finds… [cont.]
Asked by jrrose - Wed Jul 15 11:22:48 2009 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments

A. what you say is true, and what we all should strive for...however, being creatures of flesh, with the existing sin nature, and the spiritual warfare of the devil...it easier said and then done. when people dont do it the way Jesus says...but their own way, they are not dependent on God, and are not walking in the Spirit...but of the flesh. thats why it is important that we know the bible, know what Jesus' teachings mean. they are nt really that hard to understand...nor can they be easily twisted to be self gaining... Jesus said to be humble, to be a servant, remember him washing his disciples feet? to prove a pt. We are to be always maturing our spirits with the word of God...that is the only way to be in the fruit of the spirit and… [cont.]
Answered by The Wags - Wed Jul 15 11:32:25 2009

Is this the greatest lie/mistake of today's "Christianity"?
Q. This looks long but read to the end. The bible talks of being saved in several ways. A quick summary would include: you must be born again, you must be a new creation, you must have the heart of stone removed, you must have faith, you must repent(turn from sin/change lifestyles+mind)and believe. Most would agree that the occurrence of any of the above mentioned is a God worked miracle in someone's life and we should give thanks to God for it. If you don't believe it is a miracle any man is ever saved you should be warned of what your condition is. God's Word shows this when it says apart from Him we are: God haters, every intent of the thoughts of man's heart is only evil continually, the intent of man's heart is EVIL from his youth,… [cont.]
Asked by hbmashburn - Thu Aug 20 11:50:44 2009 - - 3 Answers - 1 Comments

A. "So if you just repented and believed in the past and aren't continuing today you are NOT saved." I think you are about right. This is a big controversy in Christianity - whether a person can accept Jesus and still be lost in the end. Some believe that once you accept Jesus, you are saved forever and ever. There is nothing you can do which will make you to lose your salvation. I think that is presumption and not faith. Many a Christian has gone in the wrong path as a result of this teaching. The whole meaning of accepting Jesus is neutralized and loses its meaning altogether. I don't think Jesus or Paul or any of the other disciples taught what some Christians believe. I agree, salvation is by faith alone but that faith is not a passive… [cont.]
Answered by unknown - Thu Aug 20 12:16:48 2009

Is the Westboro Baptist Church for real? Or is it just an attention seeker? They want to come to the UK now?
Q. News report: Having heard about them for a few years it seems their primary motive for existing is to seek attention, not to preach Christianity.
Asked by The boy from London - Thu Feb 19 13:53:08 2009 - - 22 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Well, they are for real...and they are absolutely attention seekers. They are for real in that I'm convinced they believe what they are preaching about Christ...and they are for real in that they are a real life example of the dangers of false prophets...they are for real in that they really do want to spread their hateful lies about Christ to whomever will listen to them. They are attention seekers in that they are aware of the fact that gaining attention is the first step in any effort to influence the hearts and minds and ultimately the behavior of people. I think that they deliberately seek out the attention of the media because they know that they have no hope of spreading their message without all the negative attention they… [cont.]
Answered by KAL - Thu Feb 19 14:09:06 2009

Should I bother going to church at all anymore?
Q. I was raised Lutheran, converted to Pentecostal. I consider myself Christian, as I believe in Christ's death and resurrection. Pretty much believe in the New Testament but have doubts about the OT. I also have doubts about the Christian God (Yahweh) as well. Due to my doubts, I'm thinking about withdrawing from the whole Christianity scene for a while and just hanging out and following my other religion - Wicca. I'm not a monotheist like Christians are. I am a hard polytheist. I practice Wicca, and I follow the Greek and Norse Gods. Obviously that sorta clashes with practicing Christianity. i always get Neo Pagan on the beliefnet quiz thing, but the truth is, I'm still a seeker. Both Wicca and Christianity feel like they're missing… [cont.]
Asked by Meatwad - Sun Oct 26 00:26:24 2008 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I was in a similar situation years ago when I was a teenager. I had been brought up as a Christian who didn't belong to the "religious Christians" of the Protestant and Catholic denominations. I was taught to read the Bible and rely on that and not the words of some guy in a pulpit who condemns in one breath and then begs for your money in the other. However, I had an interest in different religions. Motivated by a kind of yearn to know the truth, whatever that might be, and I wanted to make sure that what my parents were teaching me really was the truth. So I studied the faiths of other people. I did that for a number of years and never found anything that satisfied my intellect or emotion and I ended up just calling myself an Atheist and… [cont.]
Answered by Sparky McSparkles - Sun Oct 26 10:36:22 2008

Is it a sin for Christians to be in company with Backslidden Christians?
Q. My family is Christian and my brother has grown up to see things a little differently than I, and we have been debating about this issue. I'm the kind of person who believes you have to let Jesus love people through you to show them the light, no matter who that person is. And, unless God, by some revelation or conviction tells me NOT to be around a specific person, and I'm not falling into the sin being committed, then I will try to be the light in that persons life. He bases his belief on 1st Corinthians chapter 5 verses 9 through 11. Any help here? Am I sinning by being around backslidden Christians? They wouldn't be the company i kept closest to me, but in general. My brother will even go as far as to rebuke his own family for being… [cont.]
Asked by Mommy to be :) - Fri Nov 13 11:38:00 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

Christians: Suggestions for asking/answering questions in this forum?
Q. A couple of thoughts on how Christians in this forum can be more effective: 1. Stop telling people they're going to go to hell, even if that's what you believe. Stop speaking in a condescending manner, too. Questions like "Don't non-believers know they are doomed?" cause Christianity more harm than good. 2. Stop speaking as if you have hard proof of your beliefs. You don't - the only spiritual worldview for which full, hard proof exists is agnosticism. 3. Do not quote the Bible to non-believers. Most of the non-Christian people here are spiritual seekers who, in spite of what you may think, actually did give some thought to their spiritual choices. If a person doesn't believe in the Bible, quoting it is not going to help any more than… [cont.]
Asked by Huddy - Sun Jan 7 18:47:58 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Thank you for presenting your thoughts in a logical, respectful manner. I agree with your suggestions. It is a waste of time to continually use something as proof that the other person absolutely does not believe. Presenting why one believes in something is very different from telling another person what is going to happen to him if he doesn't believe as you do.
Answered by neptune - Sun Jan 7 18:56:54 2007

Jehovah s Witnesses & Christians: Do you ever wish we could focus more on the Bible?
Q. In my experience in Christianity ( Christendom ), it s mostly 50-50, but that has changed over the years. The trend is to study the Bible a lot less and focus more on topical books or videos. For example, in my small-group study we have focused on the Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman and the Bait of Satan by John Bevere. The trouble with focusing on books is that oftentimes, I don t completely agree with the doctrinal positions or it s really superficial stuff. I ve noticed that in many churches, the message has become more like Dr. Phil (pop psychology) than firm Bible teachings. Personally, I prefer teaching and preaching like one would find at Moody Bible Church by Erwin W. Lutzer as opposed to stuff like the Purpose Driven… [cont.]
Asked by Rustic B - Tue May 19 14:40:55 2009 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I do agree that people have begun to depend on secondary sources too much. It's okay to read these things in order to see the view points of others, but this is not an excuse to neglect the Bible itself. My personal favorite for a study guide is Our Daily Bread. You can find it at www.rbc.org. It gives a short story lesson each day, but also gives you a certain amount of chapters/verses to read directly from your Bible each day. So not only are you studying the view points of others, you're also studying your Bible by itself.
Answered by shenzara - Tue May 19 15:10:25 2009

Is there ANY piece of truth that is not disputed by mankind?
Q. - Is there any ending to the imaginations of mankind? Seriously: I pity the non-Christians of the world who try to sort through all the garbage that spews from the mouths of those who call themselves Christians especially in this day and age, with the internet. Give me ANY truth about God, and will show you a webpage fully dedicated to proving that truth wrong and even supposedly using the Bible to do it! Here s my advice to non-Christians who are sincerely seeking truth: Ditch everything you think you know about Jesus Christ and Christianity everything anybody has ever told you including former pastors, your friends, your enemies, and even your own parents. Ignore the mockers, ignore this questioner, and ignore all the answers to… [cont.]
Asked by yachadhoo - Fri Jan 4 19:40:28 2008 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments

A. That Man will always ask questions.
Answered by Tobit - Fri Jan 4 19:49:18 2008

Every religion has to have an explanation for whatever it purports. What is the basis for your belief?
Q. God is The Just. Whoever believes in one (truly one, undivided, neither begets nor begotten) God should understand that being perfect is the very definition of the God. He is perfect in all his attributes. So, If He is perfect then accountability on the Day of Judgement (Day of Resurrection, Doom's Day) better be based on something which makes sense, is logical and can be verified. Because, if it is not logical then this would negate God being The Just, which He definitely is. Dr. Gary Miller is a mathematician who converted to Islam from Christianity after a thorough study of the Qur'an. He gave a lecture on "Basis for Muslim Belief" which expounds the basis of our belief in a very logical and exciting manner. I invite you to take a… [cont.]
Asked by mutmainnah - Sat Oct 18 14:57:15 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The basis of my religious beliefs are in The Bible: "The Holy Scriptures, Old and New Testaments, are the written Word of God, given by divine inspiration through holy men of God who spoke and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Spirit. In this word, God has committed to man the knowledge necessary for salvation. The Holy Scripture are the infallible revelation of His will. They are the standard of character, the test of experience, the authoritative revealer of doctrines, and the trustworthy record of God's acts in history. (2 Peter 1:20, 21; 2 Timothy 3:16, 17; Psalms 119:105; Proverbs 30:5,6; Isaiah 8:20; John 17:17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; Hebrews 4:12)." "There is one God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, a unity of three co-eternal… [cont.]
Answered by Saved by Grace through Faith :) - Sat Oct 18 19:01:50 2008

Is there anyone out there that knows the truth about everything?
Q. I am a young truth seeker, I believe the purpose of my life is to find the truth in everything around us. I'm not really talking about the truth behind the government or political things, however I am talking about spritual truth. I know that many people(Christian people) will look at this question and say "Jesus is the truth." Well... I have thought long and hard about this subject and I find it hard to believe in something that I have no reason to believe in. For the most part, at lease where I live, most christians become christians becuase either their parents are, their friends are, or becuase they are scared that they will go to "the bad place." Also I just don't feel it in my heart and soul as truth. Im not trying to put down… [cont.]
Asked by michaeln_2006 - Fri Dec 22 15:05:15 2006 - - 16 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yeah GOD...
Answered by sen b - Fri Dec 22 15:07:59 2006

If someone is real certain about their beliefs they scare me! Aren't they the killers in God's name?
Q. Muslims today murder innocence, yesterday Christians did and tomorrow who knows? A true seeker of truth is willing to lay down all that they believe to gain that truth. I do not see that in Islam or most religions but in Christianity it's everywhere. Example of this is by how many different christian faiths there are. Challenging belief and ourselves is rooted deeply in Christianity. Yes although we have the truth doesn't mean we should just set back, but to strive for perfection in truth day after day. If your belief is based on the conditioning you've received or traditions you have. I urge you to look out yourself for other possibilities. I do this as well and it has made me see more clearly. Uncertainty, of salvation I… [cont.]
Asked by Kissmy Ass Yahoo - Mon Jan 11 03:06:59 2010 - - 6 Answers - 1 Comments

A. There will always be groups of people like that. BUT there are also always people who have good values, family background, education & kindness. They can be atheists, or from any religion or race, who will never murder or hurt someone in the name of anything. It's like you will always have murderers in every place, state or country, but it doesn't mean everyone in New York is a killer, for example.
Answered by serein - Mon Jan 11 04:37:48 2010

Christians - what is the reason behind your faith? How do you know that bible is the word of God? I'm too weak
Q. I am looking for reason in believing in some thousand year old book of crazy stories that seem very similar to the deliberate man-made myths of the ancient world. What makes the Bible different from The Egyptian Book Of The Dead? Is Christianity just another organized religion where its followers believe they have every single detail of absolute truth, let alone everything about Satan even though JW and other cults don't believe in the hell doctrine? I find that odd anyway coz Jesus said so! Anyway, I have asked this question for such a long time. For months and months, because I have studied religion and I just need to know why YOU are a christian. Why YOU are a believer...in talking donkeys and wheels of fire. Surely religion is the… [cont.]
Asked by Joe - Thu Feb 21 15:18:53 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. As we evolve as humans, my hope is that we evolve our humanity as well. There is still much torture and suffering in other countries that have banned Christianity. Don't sell other cultures short on the barbary of it all. Up until his death, Hussein was said to have thrown people into tree chippers feet first as a sort of punishment for their questioning his leadership. That included, men, women, children AND babies. So, it's not unheard of in this day and age, that sort of treatment STILL goes on. All you can do is dig deeper into Christianity to find your answers. Christ is the ONLY person whom died for OUR sins, we don't need to martyr ourselves to be with Him. He gave His life to be with us. Until you devote your study to… [cont.]
Answered by katiefish - Thu Feb 21 15:35:20 2008

I REALLY need some Wiccan Help...I REALLY do!!!! PLEASE HELP ME WICCANS!! PLEASE!?
Q. Ok so I really need help...I am a Wiccan seeker, and have been studying everyday for a bit now...I have learned the basics and I m starting to move onto the next level... My really big problem is...I have this mind set that the God and Goddess will be upset with me somehow. I want to create my altar, I have been trying to gather the items for a bit now (I m not out of the broom closet, so it s hard), and when I get them, I m existed! But when I set them next to my other altar items...I can t help but let the thoughts run through my head like..."What if this isn't good enough? - What if this item isn't the best it could be?"...And I slowly get discouraged... I have gotten suggestions on here to do grounding but when I try, I can t help… [cont.]
Asked by Moon - Sun Sep 14 21:13:29 2008 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The issue seems to be a mindset problem. Wiccans create altars and honor and/or worship their deities because the deserve the honor, and because its generally part of a reciprocal relationship. You're not doing it because they're making you. You're not a slave to them. You shouldn't fear that your gift won't be good enough. Think of it this way. Molly does you a favor. Let's say she helps you with your homework when you were having a really tough time. You're grateful, so you bake her some cookies. Are you going to deliver those cookies dreading that they might not meet Molly's expectations? Molly wasn't specifically expecting cookies. She's going to think the thought is thoughtful, even if you didn't make her favorite type of… [cont.]
Answered by Nightwind: Mwa ha ha! - Mon Sep 15 02:22:22 2008

I think I want to convert to Roman Catholocism: More complex explaination below.?
Q. Since I was 16 I've been an Atheist. I am now 22 and as I am getting older I am finding that I am changing as a person. My goals then were different that my goals are now. I've never been a hedonist; a pleasure seeker. Few naturally are I think, like the people of gossip girl or the OC. It was this sort of outlook added with the total and complete anti-intellectualism of my and in general all Pentecostal churches that drove me away from the faith. Now that I've gotten older I suppose if I were to give a deep personal goal it would be strength. I want to be a rock, a strong father for my children (as yet unborn). I think that I am beginning to come into that person, however fitfully, yet it is a trend that I see before me as clear as day.… [cont.]
Asked by Ben - Mon Nov 9 22:23:30 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. My thoughts are you should study a bit more about Catholicism before you join us. At the same time, know our initiation process lasts quite a while. Not only do we want you to be sure of the choice you are making, we want to make sure your conversion is of honest intent. I like that about the Church. I think I know what you mean about "Jesus is the only path to heaven" and how others can drive you away with the philosophy. My guess is that you don't like the doctrine of "easy-peasy-lemon-squeezy -salvation", aka: "all you have to do is accept Jesus into your heart and heaven is yours". As Catholics we believe we are all on our own path to Jesus. We all sin. We all try. However, as someone else mentioned, we DO believe that Jesus is our… [cont.]
Answered by TattooMom is Pure Madness - Fri Nov 13 11:57:41 2009

Should I, a 16 year old guy, become Wiccan?
Q. Hello, my gamers nickname is Storm (you can call me that). Im 16, and Im seriously considering becoming Wiccan. Its not because one of my friends is, its because I relate more to Wicca than I do Christianity. My family is catholic so I've been keeping my interest a secret because I know they will break out the bible and make me go to see a priest every Sunday. Which is kinda weird cause we almost never go to church anymore. Its not only a religious interest, its just who I am as an individual. When I go on a camp out with my BSA troop, I take a good look at the surrounding area and every night I look up at the moon and stars before lights out. When I go to the beach, I love the smell of the salt in my nose and the scent of fire (BSA… [cont.]
Asked by Teh Srom - Wed Apr 22 15:47:06 2009 - - 31 Answers - 1 Comments

A. No...Should anyone become Wiccan? No. It is witchcraft (Wicca is the new name for the old "witchcraft" term, used in the hopes of getting around the negative connotations of witches). Wicca worships nature, which God tells us not to, and having anything to do with witchcraft is a sin. Outside of that, you are rejecting the one true God, and replacing Him with a god and goddess that is mystical at best. It is perfectly ok to love nature...I do myself. But to worship it instead of it's creator is very wrong. I can understand your frustration over your parents religion, and especially since they are not faithful to it anyway. However, there are other Christian religions that you could look at before turning your back completely on the… [cont.]
Answered by Evangelist Paul - Wed Apr 22 16:11:17 2009