Get that inspired book called a dictionary and look up the words "what" and "who" and then try to give a serious answer. Give an answer from your own thoughts. Yes an answer from or with  your own reasoning is just fine.. Ha Ha It does not matter what you do just reply and enjoy yourself as much as I am while asking this question OK.\n\nAn early start from cjkeysjr@yahoo.com.ph working to zero points ha ha\n\nWhat seems to say that there will be more to follow thus the one who uses what is a teacher, preacher, or at least one who wants to say some more. Absolutely he may be a friend, but then what is his/her motive for using what?\n\nThe who seems to say that in some way or another seems to be asking for or indicating in advance the religion is a personalty or animal and not a thing?\n\nHave a good day and smile.
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I think both or either are applicable because it totally depends on what you believe. The idea of evolution, for example, is really more of a religion than actual science. But, the only person you can really believe in is Darwin, who himself couldn't totally believe in it. Christians believe that Christ was the Son of God, but they also believe the other thing written by God through other people, like the Prophets or Paul. I don't think there's really a 100% right answer for this one.
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Sheesh.\n\nOk, lets remember something.  No matter what you call yourself , you are you.  In other words, you are a human being.\n\nExample, I call myself a fish.   I take no preparations to get a snorkel, scuba gear, Marine Boy's aqua gum, nada.  I just dive in , swim as deep down into the water as I can go and then begin to gasp for air.   \n\nAt that point I may head to the surface and somehow get to the surface and get air into my lungs, survive and maybe just get a really bad case of "the bends" and live, or die from that.\n\nOr I might be so deep down and so believe I'm a fish that I simply die, because I'm actually just a human.\n\nSo, the real question here isn't what you call yourself, it's what you are.  Surprisingly it doesn't even matter if you call yourself a Christian and not go to heaven, not like heaven, or not have faith.\n\nThe Bible has a passage that goes something like :\n\n"Many will cry "Abba" ("Father") and not be heard."  This is because he will not recognize you as his children, because that person simply mouths the words.\n\nBut the difference between claiming to be a Christian and a Satanist is the potential for benefit.  This is because being a Christian answers to the needs and reality of being human, mortal, sentient.  Satanism does not.\n\nEven on a more mercenary plane, no one would bank on Satan over the actual creator.  Disgruntled help have a terrible track record as long term rules, non-creators a poor understanding of the creation in question, and jealous rivals to the humans are not exactly the first choice to salute and follow like blind sheep.\n\nYou have to ask yourself if there is a creator and if so what would a creator be like?  Because otherwise something that claims to be "God" can't promise you eternal life or omniscience, only a creator can do that, only a first cause can.  You then can also ask what is the motivation of a creator to see your chances of getting any "r-e-s-p-e-c-t" or "lovin'" or whatever other cool but foolish lingo you need to phrase it .\n\nFinally, in the end, Satanism or Christianity are a way of life, if you can't be consistent with your own humanity, you'll never make it to either promised land or result.   If you must deny the true self to get there, you'll never achieve what you hope.\n\nUnfortunately, I think many would-be satanists kid themselves into thinking that they are fully self-aware of the human condition and their own particular case.   They do deny their humanity and what is of God they thirst for.  If they do that, they can believe anything.\n\nBut they'll still be gasping for air at the bottom of the dive.
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Well, there are two cases to consider. The first is the one you spoke of, when they already believe theirs is the right choice. The second is the case of genuine curiosity, wanting to know what fundamental truths support which argument. In the first case, it could be to try to convert others or simply to reassure onesself that the justifications for other faiths are invalid (although this is from a biased perspective). In the second case, asking a question like this would hopefully bring out strong arguments from many sides. It's interesting to weigh these points against one another.
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Whoa... It's interesting to note that sharing Christianity raises the hackles of so many people. You would think they are the only ones out there cramming their opinions down others throats. There's certainly enough answers on this one doing the same thing. This person is sharing their heart out of love for all of you, and the majority stomp on it.\n\nThe conflict does not lie with the individual, but the differing beliefs. Talk about respect...  that goes both ways. To be sure, there are some zealous Christians out there, but the majority simply are sharing what they have found to be true to those who are asking, especially in this forum, for some answers. A quick survey of some of the answers here on YA will show that most of the personal "attacks" are coming from the non-Christians. Even the avatars reflect the hatred that is so blatantly spread on here.\n\nDon't shoot the messenger who says things you do not want to face or hear. Just because their beliefs counters yours, or hits some spiritual nail on the head, it does not justify your anger to a complete stranger. The motives are readily apparent. Are you coming from a place of hatred or love. Most of the Christians here, and elsewhere, are operating on the love side... are you?
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You make a number of excellent observations, but trying to convince or convert in this type of forum is at best a crap shoot. Jesus related to people on a personal level. When someone is ready to accept the truth under the guidance of the Holy Spirit someone will be there to help them take their first step. If you're not called to save the whole world by all means don't try to do so.
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1.) look at your source.... Why would they do a pro Jesus site?\n2.) Find most sources..... Find some sources that are pro Jesus and some that are on no sides.\n3.)Think for your self don't let people tell you what to think or tell you that they are right....... do your homework. \n\n\nI can put any thing on a website and get some people to buy into it....... Please don't be like that.
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as Jesus says, be chill my son.\n\nreligions for the most part are well intended. organized religion has a tendency to make a mockery out of it.
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Truefire: I've looked at five of your answers. The questions you chose to answer were difficult to find patterns to. It was as though you were scrolling through questions rather than searching for specific questions. I thought your answers were good with the exception that they lacked any substantial content. Because of this, it was difficult to say much else about them.\nThe one thing I was able to see is that you do love God. This much about you is very apparent. When you realize this, there is little else that is as important. You would do well to find contentment in this and not look for acceptance that is forced. The Creator accepts you. What else is there?
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You didn't name the activities that they would like to see in the church so how can we give you ideas on what recommendations you should suggest. You need to rephrase your question with more details. Ex: Can someone help me with recommendations for the youths in our church group? Under the details headings list all your findings or the most popular ones.
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I asked to a Chrıst:İs Buddha a God?He said no.\n\nthat is because Buddha never claimed to be god. Buddha is more like a teacher. [thats what my Buddhist bf told me]...also christians believe jesus is the son of god...therefor they believe he is god. \n\nI asked to a Buddhist man:İs Jesus a God?\n\ni have no idea what a Buddhist guy would say...also because there are SO many forms of Buddhism. my bfs grandfather [who is VERY buddhist] says you shouldnt talk bad about other peoples beliefs and religion because that is negative and you should respect others and thier beliefs.\n\nI asked to a Muslim man what do you think about their answers:\nHe said both of them are right.So what is your opinion?\n\ni think muslims believe jesus is a prophet of god...but not the son of god. buddhism isnt a western religion so they dont even know who the heck jesus is! more probably know now but asain people grow up in a more buddhist background[ancestors].
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In the interest of fairness, I looked at the person's comments as well as your response. Just wanted to correct one tiny little detail... The second comment didn't say that your writings would condemn you to hell, but that you would answer for them, and that you would be condemned if you did not accept Jesus... exaxt quote was...\n\n"God will hold you accountable for every word you speak and write, and ultimately what will condem you to hell is if you do not accept the payment done on your behalf by God himself"\n\nNevertheless, this is a small detail, and one that scarcely matters in light of the judgement and condemnation in this person's arrogant and holier-than-thou comments. \n\nI personally think that the worst thing said in these two comments was "You are useless to mankind..." \n\nHow utterly and fundamentally mean-spirited. \n\nAs a Christian, I apologize for this behavior. If the person wanted to witness to you, he/she should have left a comment saying, "I'm a Christian, and I'd like to talk to you about Christ and hear what you think about it." They shoould have left their name and let you contact them if you wanted to. \n\nI hope that you choose not to let this person (or people - could have been 2 different people) color your opinions of Christians as a whole.
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Pray that God will use you and speak through you to him.  God is the only one who knows what will get your friends attention so let Him guide you.  Trust me, I've made the mistake of saying what I think instead of what God wanted me to say too many times to count.  But I've also had true wisdom come from my mouth when I asked God to talk for me.
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I wonder why your friend doesn't want to talk about his faith.  (Actually, I suspect it might be too precious to him to risk any mockery...)  Here is a link to Beliefnet.com which, I understand, gives everyone from every faith a chance to explain what is important to them - without any preaching or converting, etc.  \n\nhttp://www.beliefnet.com/boards/message_list.asp?boardID=438&discussionID=43545\n\nThe above concerns healing, and here is another general page:\n\nhttp://www.beliefnet.com/boards/discussion_list.asp?boardID=438\n\nRead what you can and try to understand as you would when asking questions about any other faith.\n\nI saw Val Kilmer, a Christian Scientist, being interviewed once, and he said that the very early Christians performed these sort of "miracles" all the time until, I think, human laws and doctrine came into force and categorized everything into tenets and ritual.  It does not rely on any human will or channelling, etc, but simply on the omnipotence of a perfect God.  Which makes a change, I must say, from reading most of the questions and answers here...`\n\nIf you read about CS and ask some intelligent questions which have proved your interest, I'm sure your friend will answer anything you want to know!
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My major decision is already written about and revealed in a lucid and brief blog entry at:\n\nhttp://spaces.msn.com/up-escalator/Blog/cns!DEEDEA79C3C4F8C3!105.entry\n\nYou will find there some information about churches and denominations and the value of the hymns handed down over the many generations since Christ visited here.\n\nI strongly recommend having good Christian friends whose conduct reflects progress beyond the kindergarten, never advancing dogma found in some denominations.\n\nI have found some wonderful friends in various groups.  Their sole common denominator is being a truth seeker.  Otherwise, they may be old or young, Mormon or Jewish, Asian, Black, Hispanic, Presbyterian, Catholic or whatever.\n\nBe careful when sharing with dogmatic and doctrinaire clergy and church members who are not on the road towards expanding enlightenment.\n\nBe careful of groups and group leaders who adapt religion towards approving conduct you suspect is not properly Christian.\n\nIt is far more important to find truth than to condemn others.\n\nMy own plan is to continue sharing the greatest and some lesser known truths in ways that shed new light and are likely to have the benefit of increasing the general level of enlightenment -- thus enabling everyone to move up by finding better light to guide their steps.\n\nNo one really changes in response to those who start condemning errors and ignorance.  \n\nI have some respect for all religions and peoples.  The world would be far worse without the spiritual progress which all major religions have produced.\n\nAlso, if you have a son or daughter of your own whom you are trying to help, it is better to teach what is valuable and useful, true, good and beautiful rather than to start making a list of everything he/she has wrong, or does wrongly, or that you do not like and starting to condemn it.\n\nHave faith in the power of real truth.  It needs no defense.  People will be drawn towards it, and eventually all things true, good and beautiful will prevail for all peoples.\n\nNever abrogate free will, a major gift of God, and one that enables us to be co-creators with God of our group and individual destinies.
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People are not often abiding in Jesus, and walking according to the Spirit, and thus their mouth blurts whatever notion they think is worthy of saying ... however, these works are seen and will be exposed to the light to see wether they pass the test of what was wrought in God or the non-sense of one who has lost touch with God when they said it. \n\nWhy do they do it?  \nIt is in accordance with their current condition.\n\nWhat would make them speak what would make life tastier instead of bringing people down?  \nA moment in time when that person is abandoned to the Lord Jesus, and compelled by Him, if they ever become willing to do so.\n\nWhat should we do in the meantime?\nWe endure a million insane comments and let them go right by us ... it only reveals their dire condition ... waiting to see if they ever change their tune, by the Spirit.  \n\nThen, it will be worth the wait!!!\n\nI have a suggestion ... LETS PUT THESE ANSWERS TO A VOTE!
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If I see your icon, I try to see what you're up to.\n\nJesus would answer you.  Maybe not always in the format you're looking for.  Jesus answered a lot of folks differently than they expected, and tried to avoid answering one particular question by writing in the sand.\n\nWonder what He was writing.....
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Ok, while the first email was bad and rude, deliberately provoking someone is just as bad. S/he doesn't want to know your religion! S/he doesn't care! Don't keep a dialog opened with him/her. It is rude to answer because they don't want to hear about your religion. It's like if you told a Christian, "I don't want to hear about Christianity" and they sent you scripture as a response.