Christians, do you think have a better outlook on society?
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Yes, as a whole, I do think that, as a Christian, I have a better outlook on society.\nGod thinks we are all worth His attention, He seems to think there is good in us that makes us worthy of salvation.\nAs long as He sees the good in humanity, can I do any less?
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Of course, you are being sarcastic, but your underlying point is whether Christianity will be viewed in the distant future the same as Greek, Roman and Egyptian mythology.  It's a good question.  As humans continue to make social, economic, and technological advances, will people still hold true to their current religious beliefs.\n\nWill today's religions be replaced by newer more popular religions which have the effect of relegating older ones to mythology?  It is certainly possible.
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I wish people would let us live our lives.  I wish that if my partner is ever hospitalized that I would have the legal right to be by his side.  I wish that we could open a joint bank account.  I wish that 'the pursuit of happiness' applied to us (and I'm not talking about indulging the moment, I'm talking about the happiness that comes from two people sharing their lives without being harassed for it).  I wish Christians would remember that they will be judged in the same manner that they judge others.  My father is a minister and I grew up in the church, and I struggle with the hatred that is spread in the name of Christianity.  I believe deeply in the teachings of Jesus Christ.  And he never said anything on the subject.  Paul denounced homosexuality, but he also denounced female preachers, and I think that is a sexist opinion of his.  I don't believe that God feels the same way.  I believe that when God said that we are all his children, that he meant that we are ALL his children.
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Well remember Christians are not perfect we are all sinners. I know ppl that do all that stuff read the bible etc. and they still sin. No the world would not be perfect. The world would certainly be better of than it is right now thats for sure.
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Not necessarily.  I've seen alot with belief who step outside of what is considered moral, even by their own religions standards and then hypocritically justify it with that same religion.  I wouldn't consider that person better for their belief.  Though, on rare occaisions, I do find people with belief who have become better people for it... those are usually the one's who don't pressure others about belief.  Sad thing is, they're greatly outnumbered by those that step outside of the moral boundaries believing they are Better than others.
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Yes. Some people believe that when someone openly says they are a Christian, it means you are judgemental of those who aren't.
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As a conservative evangelical Christian, yes, I feel greatly misunderstood.  It seems there's a misconception that all Christians do is talk about God.  I have a career, kids, a mortgage, bills, and a wide variety of interests.  I'm a person, too!\n\nPeace.
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If we were all devout Christians as Christians SHOULD be..and not as they are now(for the most part)...It would be a pretty cool place to live..\n\nUnfortunately...many Christians wear WWJD bracelets..but rarely act like Jesus....
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I wouldn't necessarily say so, I'm not super religious or spiritual, and definitely wouldn't consider myself egocentric or egotistical.  However, I do know some people who are religious or spiritual and they're not really people I'd like to surround myself w/, w/ their "holier than thou" attitude.
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You do have a good point, and it is something to take notice of. I haven't thought about it that way, but as a Christian, I will take this constructively and maybe there can be things that I can change that I wasn't doing before in treating people. As for my shortcomings in life, I blame that all on myself.
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I agree 100%. That is what the Bible tells us. The world would be a much better palce if, more ppl belived in the Truth.
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Cool, I can learn another perspective on life and spirituality.  I think it is always a good thing to be open to at least listening to others ideas and ways of life.  It doesn't mean I have to change or believe their ways and beliefs are right or wrong, maybe just different than mine. And whether I agree with their beliefs or not is no excuse for me to be a rude neighbor.
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Personaly nothing, in fact I think soceity would become a better to live in fo we were to become a secular nation.\nNo more people using religion to push their ideology onto others, or trying to hinder peoples lifestyle or dictate how one should live or can not live.
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It should. You should be living an example of what your belief system is. That includes having good work ethic and giving your best at work and being faithful and honest to your fellow man. It is treating others as you would have them treat you. Including those who have less savory jobs, behaviors, etc. If you are leading by example then you will follow the ways of Christ and talk to all and sit with all and shun no one.
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i think and listen about what is said and realize i do NOT possibly know the best situation for everything...  (as smart as i think i might be)\n\ni welcome constructive cristism especailly from someone i know who is trying help.  and i don't take it personally!  and am grateful for any free advise that might make me a better person!
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For most people its both- a good serman will get you thinking though- even if you disagree- right? I don't go anymore due to the commercializtion of the huge churches where I live. My spirit needs the quiet and growth I get by myself and my daily prayers abd thank yous- not someone reinterptrting what Jesus taught or whatt the Bible says and telling me what truth it is- UGH! I do miss the warm sociality of my childhood church experiences though and that is the basis of the idea- a gathering of "like minds"
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no, i'm not satisfied with today's lifestyle.\nthough we might have increase in technology, science, etc.\nwe have a decrease in the qualities of life. more individu suffering, more broken family, more poverty.\ni do admire the neolitics era where people live in small community, independent, they fulfill their need themselves, they have lands (since industrial revolution, many people lost their land to small powerful people), they know each other neightbour very well.\n\nbut it isn't impossible to have those life qualities for present, everthing changes and evolves. the main problem for present is global inequality. greed capitalism. consumerism. environment crises. greed. ignorance. we just have to re-establish on our perception on meaning of life, the world.