Originally posted by BigDoggProblemyes, but Christainity is more than just a religion. people can make anything into a religion, from the worship of money to, as he said, running religiously. i doubt God would be overly pleased being grouped in with such things.
I can say it because it's true. Just read the dictionary:
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Main Entry: re·li·gion
Pronunciation: ri-'li-j&n
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English religioun, from Latin religion-, religio supernatural constraint, sanction, religious practice, perhaps from religare to restrain, tie back -- more at RELY
1 a : the state of a ...[text shortened]... cause, principle, or system of beliefs held to with ardor and faith
- re·li·gion·less adjective
Originally posted by geniusChristainity (sic) is more than just a religion.
yes, but Christainity is more than just a religion. people can make anything into a religion, from the worship of money to, as he said, running religiously. i doubt God would be overly pleased being grouped in with such things.
what do you mean? i could say "my car is more than just a car -- it's my car." but to many other people that i happen to pass on the streets, my car is just another car. in the same way, christianity seems like just another set of unfounded claims to me. in short, it seems like just another car to me. there does, however, seem to be at least one thing that makes it stand out and draw some attention above and beyond the other cars on the road: just how in the world do all you clowns fit into such a small backseat?
Originally posted by LemonJelloUnlike your car, religion isn't supposed to get stuffed into the garage and then pulled out when needed.
[b]Christainity (sic) is more than just a religion.
what do you mean? i could say "my car is more than just a car -- it's my car." but to many other people that i happen to pass on the streets, my car is just another car. in the same way, christianity seems like just another set of unfounded claims to me. in short, it seems like just ...[text shortened]... other cars on the road: just how in the world do all you clowns fit into such a small backseat?[/b]
Originally posted by geniusThe problem is that christians like to deny that they are involved in a religion at all. It's the newest trend. They don't like the description, despite the fact that it fits.
yes, but Christainity is more than just a religion. people can make anything into a religion, from the worship of money to, as he said, running religiously. i doubt God would be overly pleased being grouped in with such things.
I think your repelling effect is related to the fact that few people wish to live the life Jesus would approve of. This world is based on compulsion, obsession and greed. This country was founded on that very greed. People want to believe they live and die, and then we're pau (finished). But, that's just not true. Religion is definitely not applicable to Christianity and a belief in Jesus Christ. I can prove it. Everyone might drive a car and have different cars, getting in and out of them. But, how many people driving their car have Jesus in their heart? How many men put others ahead of themselves? If the definition Bigg Dog gave was correct and applicable, then why does Satanists not worship God? That would negate the possibility of the definition to religion being that of a worship in God. I, myself, don't like religion. But, I sure do accept the Lord Jesus Christ as my savior. This car ride never ends. It's the best car a man can live by.
Originally posted by powershakerlike i say, your 'car' just makes your life more comfortable. i see no more justification in your faith-based beliefs than that alone.
I think your repelling effect is related to the fact that few people wish to live the life Jesus would approve of. This world is based on compulsion, obsession and greed. This country was founded on that very greed. People want to believe they live and die, and then we're pau (finished). But, that's just not true. Religion is definitely not applic ...[text shortened]... ord Jesus Christ as my savior. This car ride never ends. It's the best car a man can live by.
Originally posted by powershakerYou've misunderstood the meaning of a simple word.
I think your repelling effect is related to the fact that few people wish to live the life Jesus would approve of. This world is based on compulsion, obsession and greed. This country was founded on that very greed. People want to believe they live and die, and then we're pau (finished). But, that's just not true. Religion is definitely not applic ...[text shortened]... ord Jesus Christ as my savior. This car ride never ends. It's the best car a man can live by.
Religion includes all people who believe in the supernatural. This includes christians, muslims, judaists, satanists, etc. etc. It describes a larger group than just christians, but christians are a part of the group. Satanists don't worship god because they don't share the same religion as a christian. They are still both religions. And you are most definitely involved in a religion, my friend.