do all americans think they are god`s gift to human kind?
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Only some. I call them the cognative dissonance crowd who refuse to see the consequence of 'Murkin foreign policy.\nAs long as these CD 'Murkins can drive the family SUV to IHOP, and have 57 channels on their cable TV, things are right dandy.
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well i think they are very blessed....it would be nice to inherit something,but most of us are not that fortunate....
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Sure they can.  All it takes is willingness to do it.  Most of us believe in One All Highest Ever Present Creator.  If we can agree on that, then there is hope.
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I don't think it sums up all Americans, but many have noticed that we in America (and the west) tend to be extremely materialistic and that the value of one's life is determined in our societies by how much we own, how big the things we own, or how new the things we own are, etc. This has led some (Americans and Westerners as well as others outside of the west and Amerca) to point out that sometimes we miss the things of other value: family, friends, an active culture, an honoring of ancestry and family history, the chance to positively effect other people's lives and have them effect your life in a true and meaningful way that's value is beyond all material things.
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Yes, pray everyday and ask for good leaders but also thank God for being blessed an American.
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Yes, and I believe we were directed to be Jesus arms and hands here on earth for our season.  God may not need anything from us, but He sure does use us whenever He wants to, however He wants to, and that is His sovereign right.  We need to be willing vessels, if we want to recieve a blessing thru all the trials and such.\n\nYou can effect people without having a clue you are doing it.  It comes from the example you live out in your life, and if you are following the Lord, it will be for your good and the good of the Kingdom.  We all have had thoughts of what WE want to do for God, but what about what the Lord has planned for us, are we willing and ready to be used, sometimes without even knowing it.  Sometimes used in ways we would not consent to, except for Jesus in our heart.\n\nI have given money, knowing there was little chance to recieve it back, I have taken on care for 2 young boys, I have given up many personal rights, all in God's plan for my life.  There have been many more instances, and so many blessings from my trying to be obedient.  This is not what I thought I would do for God, but He has shown me that to raise my children in His knowledge is more important than whatever plan I thought would be for His glory.\n\nSo in this fallen world, we have to listen to the still small voice, and be obedient to it, even when we don't understand why... it isn't in our mind to know the mind of God. Blessings.
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I've no doubt that Americans are decent people who want the best for humanity. Maybe their pilgrim heritage lends itself to their view that democracy and the American way is best.\n\nWhilst I too believe in their values, I accept that others don't. Many Muslims see democracy as a corrupt and evil philosophy. You can't deal with such views.\n\nAs a criticism of the US, they only seem to accept democracy if the "right" people are voted in. Their disruption of democratically elected governments in Chile (70's) and Palestine (today) are examples.\n\nGood luck with your quest for an answer.
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"God bless America" doesn't mean "God blesses America" - it means "May God bless America" and as such is a prayer like what Dolly and PJ always do on their knees at the side of their bed (did anyone actually do this?).\n\nI guess people are free to ask God's blessings on whomever and whatever they see fit. Doesn't mean he'll comply, of course.
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You know you have asked one of the most pertinant questions I have read for a while.On the surface you have opened up a potentiel minefield here.\nI am english.I have visited the USA many many times and have loads of great american friends.I have written many times in this column poking a little ironic fun at "the yanks".\nMy experience is that" the average american" and remember we are talking the average,is warm, generous and very naive.They often have little or no understanding of other countries or their cultures. Often to the extent of having little knowledge outside their own state.Because they lead their lives around Oprah, Jerry Springer,World wrestling are easily influenced by tv propaganda they have become, unfortunately, the butt of jokes.I dont know the exact figures , but my understanding is that"Joe" doesnt travel outside the USA.I believe they have a blinkered view of the world. An observation confirmed by the replies I have received from americans. Self irony doesnt exist for you.Loosen up and dare to poke a little fun at your "leaders".The other point is remember that God isn't american.Try to learn and understand a little of other cultures and beliefs.You dont have to agree just take a look.Take care. Good Luck
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NO!!!!!  Our coutry is controled be a network of people, Alumin, Mayson, skulls. United Nations.  They give WE THE PEOPLE a false sence of security.  Media feeds our nation only what these groups want us to see And as a nation we walk blind folded threw darkness holding the hand of our enemies, as we Vote for fools with hidden agendas.   WE THE PEOPLE because of our sin and lust have allowed this to happen.  WE THE PEOPLE have tried to remove God from our nation and our lives, But then ask him to bless us with prosperity.  WE THE PEOPLE allow gay's to teach our children, WE THE PEOPLE are ok with abortion, WE THE PEOPLE sugar coat our own lies, murders, adultries, greed and lust.  \nNO!!!!!!\nWE THE PEOPLE lost control long ago.\nWE THE PEOPLE need to repent and invite God back into our country. \nLess we fall in a ditch, when the blind leads the blind. *****BIBLE SAYS*******\nWE THE PEOPLE need to elect true men of God, as Heads of State not false ones "GB" \nanalizing the fruit that they bare before we elect them.\nI feel dispare for WE THE PEOPLE because I know that we won't change. \nWE THE PEOPLE will just go on feeding our fat faces watching reruns on TV, and playing Video Games, While little satans grow in power and run our nation.\nWE THE PEOPLE please!!!!   look for Christ
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Yes of course. You should think whatever feels best to you. I do believe God is happy that everyone is worshiping Him no matter which religion they choose. I personally like to take a little taste from everything available at the religion buffet.
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Who? Us? Well I never... Maybe because we think we are better. I don't because I think all people from all countries are cool. I was in the US Navy for ten years and met plenty of people from around the world. They all seem to have the same basic wants and needs and most are good people. I hope that you find more good Americans than bad because most of us are very good people. Sorry for the few bad ones you have run into. I am from Fort Worth, Texas and I promise that most Americans are not like that.\n\nSincerely,\nTerry S
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Because some, not all, think that they actually run the world (see the Project for the New American Century for specifics).  I find most Americans to be wonderful people but some, mostly those in powerful positions, speak to the world in a condescending manner which sadly reflects badly on all Americans.  \nBTW, I am Canadian myself and although I understand your sarcasm vis a vis the tax and policing the world, it really wasn't a very good analogy.  \n\nCheers to Cute Fuzzy Kitty
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Yes with all my heart.\nGOD BLESS AMERICA
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Americans are a wonderful caring generous people. People who wish to help will choose their favorite charity to help. Many help in this country only, some in foreign countries, those who are able help in all those ways.\n\nBelieve me the generosity is as prevalent within our country as others. \n\nI guess you do know many of the takers in this country are scammers and the controls are not too good.
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Yes, absolutely.  This is why I study religions and am majoring in religious studies!  There is more than one way to be human, and when you learn others' religious beliefs, you can see that very clearly.  We tend to take so many things for granted and not realize they are even "beliefs" but we assume them to be "facts."  But then when we realize that other people look at it differently, we can see that we were just taking certain things for granted and there is no reason to do that.\n\nThere is wisdom in all religions.  Why limit yourself to the wisdom of only one?
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Hey ! thats an interesting observation.\nMy friend,\nEvery coin has two sides,  we are children of God, so Goodness always resides in our heart but the worldly feelings of Ego, competition, greed destroy our otherwise pure hearts.\n\nIts true that we need to be humans first then any thing else.