religious questions....please help if u can.....?
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as far as sins go the place to start is Exodus chapter 20 where it talks about the ten commandments. as far as faith and good behavior that comes with time. As your relationship with God improves so will you. spend time reading the bible talk to others and ask questions.
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Dear IChoose, The question is very sincere, i can fully understand why there would be confusion. there are many sincere people that worship in many different religions. everyone wants to know what is beyond in the afterlife and how to get there. the truth is that Religion is only mans creation, its fallible and consist of works. Religion and good works are not enough to get us to heaven. let me explain by asking you a few questions....... \n\nHave you ever lied (even once--fibs, white lies, etc.)? Ever stolen (anything--the value is irrelevant)? Jesus said, "Whoever looks upon a woman to lust after her, has committed adultery already with her in his heart." Have you ever looked with lust? If you have said "Yes" to these three questions, by your own admission, you are a lying, thieving, adulterer at heart; and we’ve only looked at three of the Ten Commandments. Nothing you’ve ever done is hid from His holy eyes. Will you be innocent or guilty on the Day of Judgment? Listen to your conscience. You know that you will be guilty, and therefore end up in Hell. That’s not God’s will. He provided a way for you and I to be forgiven. \nHe sent His Son to take our punishment: "God commended His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." He was bruised for our iniquities. Jesus then rose from the dead and defeated death. \nYour own so-called “goodness” can’t get you into heaven any more than mine could.  Jesus is the only way to Heaven. He is the "Door," the only "mediator." There is salvation in no other name, so pray something like this: "Dear God, I repent of all of my sins (confess them). This day I put my trust in Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. Please forgive me and grant me your gift of everlasting life. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen."
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You certainly may, very polite question, so I will give you a very polite answer.\nI know as an atheist that I have more understanding of relgion than most religious folks do, (no intention of boasting here)!\nMy motive in asking a religious question here is not to find the answer,( because I already know the answer), my motive is to try and point out to whatever religious group that their answers all differ, some are so far out that its unbelievable.\nJust as an example, ask a Christian "What must you believe to be called a Christian"?  Simple enough question isnt it? How many know the answer? So my motive is to hope they all see the different answers and a few may realize something is amiss here. ( It hasnt worked yet)\nMy aim is not to try and get people to agree with me that  there is no God, my aim is to prove that there is no need for religious groups, by all means pray and worship whatever you choose, you just do not require teachers and leaders to do it, or to tell you that other religions are sinful etc.\n.
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From the mouths of babes come such honest, simple questions. I remember many defining moments similar to the one you relate from when I asked my mother questions as a child. When I realized Santa Claus couldn't actually make it around the world in one night, I questioned the feasibility of the omnipresent, omniscient, omnipotent nature of God myself! Pretty good questions, pretty obvious answers! How those adults expect us to accept such nonsensical notions through faith is ridiculous.
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Well said Carina!\n\nI'd recommend you read a little more about Deism.\n\nUPDATE:\nIn fact the very mention of your questioning religion...and see the type of responses you got. You are a humanitarian, and have spoken your honest (peaceful) mind, but people lash out with murderous vengeance!
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Ask the different way round.\n\nBelieving (in any religion) is easy, you don't have to think.\n\nActually thinking prevents believing. And I prefer to think for myself. :-)
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Hmm you bring up an intresting point.. But I would need to search it out my self.. in scripture..  So to answer your question I would say I am not too sure that is true...
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Go to www.beliefnet.com and take the Belief O Matic quiz.  It is not definitive but it can give you a good idea of what religion to investigate.  :)
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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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If you want to talk about or ask about Jesus . . . go to the religious section . . . where the rest of the nuts hang out . . . they will give you an answer.\n\nBut if you want my opinion . . . I am not very religious.\n\nJesus sacrificed himself for mankind . . . which means he had balls.\n\nAccording to the scriptures . . . New Test . . . the only way you can approach God is through Jesus Christ (which proves there is no such thing as the Trinity).\n\nAs for a new religion . . . he didn't start a new religion . . . it evolved from Judeism to Christianity . . . then someone else created Christiandom.\n\n(I know there are mispellings . . . but it is the end of the day . . . and I need to get home to my son . . . so screw spelling this time)
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Thanks MDC...I don't have questions, but appreciate that you are willing to help others learn about your faith.\n\nThanks for taking the time!
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The Bible is so mysterious... I wish someone had all the answers. I'm driving myself nuts over questions like this everyday. Good luck!
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Welcome to christianity .. ur way of light and truth.\nGod bless you
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I've never thought of it that way. I'm in between religious beliefs at the moment, but yours has given me an entirely new perspective on Christianity. Thanks for putting it out there!
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http://www.islam101.com/religions/christianity/mBible.htm
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That question makes sense... \n\nBut i'm still confused.... lol\n\nI'm gonna have to start going back to church to ask that inquiry.
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Alright... welcome tony_copeland to Theos Mart! Here, we have a large selection of religions for you to believe in. Personally, my favorite would have to be the Pagan Religion. Now, with this religious group, you have a lot of choices! You could be a Druid, a Shaman, a Voodoo practicioner, a Witch, a Priestess, a Priest, or any number of other things! You have the freedom to pick and choose your Gods and Goddesses at will, though, they might not always get along. Should you join this religion, there will be a need for intensive study, such as reading books and finding things out on your own. I suggest that you find a spirit guide, should you choose Paganism. A spirit guide -- whether it be a fae, an animal, a dragon, a unicorn, a demon, an angel, a God, a Goddess, Buddha, whatever -- will help you through life and help you make the right choices! But wait, there's more! If you choose Paganism, you get a one-way ticket AWAY from Hell because they don't believe in it! So, what will it be?