78 Questions for Christians?

cantleave

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SI-_FJuTPns

All these questions, made me leave the org. When ask the "higher ranked" JW:s these questions, they generally tell you that you should not think for yourselves. It is like saying to the all the people in your cong. that absolutely musn´t not look into this room, but there is a pink elephant standing in the corner! Some of us must look at that "elephant" others doesn´t dare, becouse of fearing punishment or shunning.

Bugbear

InChristAlone

I am a Christian. I do find many of these questions fascinating, and I freely admit that I do not have an answer for all of them. I do know that much of my life I was not open to a true belief in God. During that period of time, many aspects of my life were falling apart. I also know that when I finally allowed God to take the reins, if you will, all aspects of my life began to steadily improve. I have also noticed that the more I depend on God, the less judgmental I am toward others out of a realization that I am no better. To me, God is real. I have seen how He has worked in my life. I have felt His direction, and yes sometimes I have outright disobeyed. I feel that many of these questions are focused on how Christians view the superiority of their doctrines to those of others. These are the wrong questions. As a Christian, I simply feel grateful for the grace and mercy God has shown me. I don't feel superior in any way to anyone else.

smiddy

I think most people would agree " In the power of positive thinking"

I think the" Power of self delusion" equally works wonders .

smiddy

cofty

These are the wrong questions - ICA

Try that response next time you have an exam.

Laika

Some good questions but it's always disappointing to me when people who like to lecture others on believing things without verifiable evidence buy into the Jesus = Horus nonsense.

MadGiant

"I am a Christian. I do find many of these questions fascinating, and I freely admit that I do not have an answer for all of them. I do know that much of my life I was not open to a true belief in God. During that period of time, many aspects of my life were falling apart. I also know that when I finally allowed God to take the reins, if you will, all aspects of my life began to steadily improve. I have also noticed that the more I depend on God, the less judgmental I am toward others out of a realization that I am no better. To me, God is real." - ICA

Then, you are NOT a Christian. John 14:6, Christians don't want to look like jerks so most will say they don't know. Here is an example: Anne Frank is burning in hell right next to Mahatma Gandhi. Phelps was a believer. I am an atheist and I can get all the answers using your holly book. If you disagree or dislike some of the answers you could get, it might be that can't cherry pick verses to answer that question. Or you are suffering from an extreme case of cognitive dissonance. Either way YOU DO know the answers.

The Bible declares, “God said,” or “Thus says the Lord” (e.g. Ex. 14:1; 20:1; Lev. 4:1; Num. 4:1; Deut. 4:2; 32:48; Isa. 1:10, 24; Jer. 1:11; Ezek. 1:3; etc.). Paul also recognized that the things he was writing were the Lord’s commandments (1 Cor. 14:37), and they were acknowledged as such by the believers (1 Thess. 2:13). Peter proclaimed the certainty of the Scriptures and the necessity of heeding the unalterable and certain Word of God (2 Pet. 1:16-21). John too recognized that his teaching was from God; to reject his teaching was to reject God (1 John 4:6).17

For other passages which either declare or assume the Bible as God’s Word see Deuteronomy 6:6-9, 17-18; Joshua 1:8-9; 8:32-35; 2 Samuel 22:31; Ps. 1:2; 12:6; 19:7-11; 93:5; 119:9, 11, 18, 89-93, 130; Prov. 30:5-6; Matthew 5:17-19; 22:29; Mark 13:31; Luke 16:17; John 2:22; 5:24; 10:35; Acts 17:11; Romans 10:17; Colossians 3:16; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 2:15; 3:15-17; 1 Peter 1:23-25; 2 Peter 3:15-16; Revelation 1:2; 22:18.

The ever present assumption of the writers of the Bible is that the Bible is the God-breathed Word of God. A good illustration is seen in Psalm 19:7-11.

Look for the answers in the bible, all of them are right there.

Take care,

Ismael

prologos

for the hearing impared is there a written version of these 78 questions? thank you:

InChristAlone

Hi Mad Giant,

I respectfully disagree. I can declare the Bible as God-breathed and profitable for teaching reproof and correction without having the arrogance to declare my interpretation as the only correct one. My understandings of the Bible have evolved over time as I have gained more knowledge and drawn closer to God. I am no one's judge, nor am I infallible and all-knowing. It has nothing to do with not wanting to step on toes. I know the answers that many churches preach, but I don't answer to the church.

MadGiant

"I respectfully disagree. I can declare the Bible as God-breathed and profitable for teaching reproof and correction without having the arrogance to declare my interpretation as the only correct one. My understandings of the Bible have evolved over time as I have gained more knowledge and drawn closer to God. I am no one's judge, nor am I infallible and all-knowing. It has nothing to do with not wanting to step on toes. I know the answers that many churches preach, but I don't answer to the church." - ICA

“The inspiration of the Bible depends upon the ignorance of the gentleman who reads it.” - Robert G. Ingersoll (1833 – 1899)

“Every sect is a certificate that God has not plainly revealed his will to man. To each reader the Bible conveys a different meaning.” - Robert G. Ingersoll (1833 – 1899)

Respectfully, talking about interpretations is Christian code for "I am not touching that with a 10' pole". The books, chapters and verses are there in the book. I am not arguing about the correct one. All I am saying (and apparently you too) is that the book can be used as you pleased.

Take care,

Ismael

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