Micro-evolution is observable. As in changes within a species. Macro-evolution is a fairy tale. My point is that the origin of life as explained by the theory of evolution has no testable evidence and must be received by faith (truthful evolutionists admit that macro-evolution is a belief and not a proven fact) or deception (passed off onto the ignorant/innocent as being proven fact when it isn't).
More like 2005 AD. Which stand for Anno Domini. Which is short for Anno Domini Nostri Iesu Christi ("In the Year of Our Lord Jesus Christ"). Ooops! Someone better change that one, right?
The only thing that is obvious to me is that lots of people did not believe Jesus was who he claimed to be.
You make a very valid point. The Good News of Jesus Christ, the Gospel declares that many will choose to believe that He is the Son of the Living God, and that many will not believe. Even Jesus' own disciple Thomas did not believe the Jesus Christ had risen from the dead until he was confronted by Him.
At the end of the day these many witnesses of Jesus Christ's resurrection died in hideous ways for their faith unwavering. Their own writings portray them before the crucifixion as complete cowards. Peter even denied his Master Jesus Christ when put under pressure. After Christ's resurrection everything changed. They became very bold even. It if were a complete crock, do you really think that they would've died willingly for their faith? Really?
The New Testament was completed within the lifetimes of all the witnesses, with the last book being written by Jesus's closest disciple and friend John. If they were major disputes in testimonial evidence it would've become apparent and disputed at the time. There is much evidence outside of the bible also to testify of many of these facts. Perhaps read the writings of the Roman historian Josephus.
Evolution is not a fact, it is a testable, refutable scientific theory that thus far has been an accurate predictor of the observed biological world.
I call BS. Although minor variations within a species have been observed, there is no testable evidence of one class, order, or family evolving ever into completely new class, order, or family. Prove me wrong! And I am not talking examples like different breeds of dogs and wolves, I mean a complete type into another such as reptiles into birds. The "Tree of Life" is a fairy tale.
And then there was the recorded testimony of eye witnesses who saw the resurrected Jesus Christ after His crucifixion. 500 witnessed Him at one time. He was with His disciples for 40 days before ascending into heaven. First hand accounts recorded by eye-witnesses are credible. Then there's detailed prophecies documented hundreds of years before being accurately fulfilled. We still have the manuscripts today. Plenty of evidence recorded outside of the bible by non-christian source also. Etc etc.
Personally, when it comes down to it, I will tend to believe what Jesus Christ Himself said about the future of this planet, over your views any day. If you don't believe in Jesus Christ, ask yourself what year it is. Where did you come from? Why are you here.
It's like you believe that your fellow man is out to get you, and that some how you're going to run through fields of daisies after your dead while they burn in hell or something, and that will make it all okay
If you still think that's what I truly believe, then you haven't heard/read a thing that I have said/typed. Perhaps you'd do well to re-read what I have said.
Here is a better analogy. If someone had foreknowledge of the tsunami that occured in Asia, he would warn people of the danger. He certainly would not be partying it up while people drown. If is as if you would be saying that it would be mean of him to warn people before the danger arrives to travel inland to high ground. Some might call him a kook of course.
If you think Stephen King is a wholesome author and the pinnacle of moral thought, then I pity you.
After meeting Jesus Christ, nothing in this world will satisfy."
What a shame. It's too bad your religion tends to do that to people. There's a better way you know.
Not at all. I mean it's like after you've driven a european sportscar, you will not want to drive an old AMC Pacer. After you've played a USA Fender Strat, you cannot go back to an old $50 Samick. Once you've used OS-X, you cannot go back to Win95a (this is/. afterall;-) ). After you've tasted Creme Brulee....etc. I don't believe in extravagance materialism, but am simply use these as examples. I guess I don't need to labour the point.
The psalmist writes "Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good;Blessed is the man who trusts in Him!" - Psalm 34:8. I have tasted the blessings of God in my life and do not wish to return to a crapola existance without God. Once you've experienced the Awesome, mediocrity will not do.
Actually Homestarrunner.com looks pretty decent on my Pocket PC - and it's 100% Flash website. Some of the print is a little tiny in places though. Now I can check my Strong Bad emails from my Pocket PC.
Your version of "truth" disgusts me. Sit around and wait for your apocalypse if you want. Just don't be too disappointed when your salvation doesn't come. Look for the beauty in the world, because this is as good as it gets, and it's really great if you stop focusing on the bad parts.
It's too late, I've already met and experienced God for me to believe your worldview. After meeting Jesus Christ, nothing in this world will satisfy. There's no sitting around and waiting for the apocalypse for me. Too much to be done! I will not be disappointed, because my salvation has already come. He has given His Spirit to His people as guarantee. Later bro.
You seem confused. Earlier on you seem to condemn serial killers, yet you would attempt to stop the execution of them?
Ever looked at the mess the world is in these days? Murders, war, poverty, hate, immorality. People are generally selfish, not good. Well I guess that depends on what your standard for measuring what "good" is. The has to be a definitive standard by which someone can measure it, right?
Studies have shown that when asked, more people than not said that they would steal something if they knew beforehand that they would never get caught. I forget the source of that, and I won't bother trying to find as you would probably dismiss it anyway.
What seems "correct" in your eyes will one day be proven false. By then it'll be too late to change your mind. You most definitely are not God, but one day you will stand before the Living God and give account to Him for your life. I have tried to point you in the direction of truth and salvation, but as they say "you can lead a horse to water but you can't make him drink". You clearly are not interested in the pursuit of truth. All the best my friend!
Ok, here is my answer. My words. It has taken some time to write this for you
1. Sin is punishable by death. Under the Old Coventant, certain sins (i.e. breaking of God's Law) were punished immediately with death. Romans 6:23 says: "For the wages of sin is death..."
2. All have sinned
Today, none of us can say that we have never sinned without lying. Romans 3:23 states "All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God". So we have all sinned in the eyes of God. James 2:10 says "For whoever keeps the whole Law and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it.". All of us have broken God's Law at some stage. One of the sins that was punishable by death under the Old Covenant of Moses was adultery. In Matthew 5:28 Jesus states: "But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart." In the same sermon (the Sermon on the Mount) Jesus equates anger with murder!
3. Therefore all deserve death!
If the wages of sin is death, and we are all guilty, then simple logic states that we all deserve death! In a few places in Ezekiel is is stated "The soul who sins shall die! Therefore all of us including liars, thieves, adulterers, homosexuals, idolators, murderers, all of us deserve death and hell. I think that this pretty much answers your question. Ever told a lie? Ever stolen anything? Ever looked at a woman with lust? What about any of the other commandments?
4. The New Covenant
But what God did to redeem the world was to make atonement for our sins by paying for it with Hisownblood. Under the New Covenant we do not execute the judgement of God on people, but He does. God has provided a way for people to enter into life if they will meet two (simple to understand but hard to do) conditions: to repent and believe. "Then He said to them, "Thus it is written, and thus it was necessary for the Christ to suffer and to rise from the dead the third day, and that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in His name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. And you are witnesses of these things." - Luke 24:46-48. "Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life." - John 5:23
5. All sin will be judged by God "it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment" Hebrews 9:27
6. Not everyone who calls themselves "Christian" will be saved "Many will say to Me in that day, 'Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?' And then I will declare to them, 'I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!" - Matthew 7:22-24.
"Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, envy, murders, drunkenness, revelries, and the like; of which I tell you beforehand, just as I also told you in time past, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God." - Galations 5:19-21.
7. By their fruit (behaviour) you will know true christians from false "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their f
I'm not even going to get in to a serious discussion about whether or not Noah some how fit two of every animal and bacteria on his boat while God destroyed everything on Earth (except the fish and other sea creatures - God thought they were cool I guess). That's complete nonsense, we had best agree to disagree on that one.
Soooooooooo.... Do you or do you not think that homosexuals should be put to death, and that women should be servants of their husbands? Or that rebellious kids should be dragged to city limits and stoned to death? Should we also be killing people for adultery? Or don't you think it's much more likely that those things didn't originate from any devine authority at all, but from men? Or do you believe that is the will of God, and you just choose not to obey? Deuteronomy is full of that kind of stuff.
Rather than reinventing the wheel, here it is in someone elses words God's stance on sin
Dude, you didn't even bother reading that link. Do you want me to cut and paste the whole site for you? It answers pretty much all of your objections. I mean if the bible is proven credible, then what it says must be taken into consideration. But stay in ignorance, by all means dude.
To answer all your questions relating to what is "fair", I'll answer with a question. Was it just that Timothy McVey was sentenced to death? If not, why not? Would it be justice to let him walk free? Charles Manson? Where is the justice if laws are broken and there is no enforcement or consequences? In the days of Noah the world was so corrupt and full of violence. God searched for a righteous man and only found the one man and his family. Dang! So the innocent where actually rescued from destruction. Same with Lot and his family in the days of Sodom.
Dude, you're gonna have to do better than that. Hardly a convincing argument, more of a "because I think so" argument.
Let me know when you've got evidence to the contrary.
There is plenty of evidence out there if you really wanted to look. Here, I'll throw you a bone. Here is a page that covers the basics. You can obviously dig up more detailed research with more detailed references etc. But this will get ya started. Read through this basic explanation of the archaeological, prophetic and historical authenticity of the biblical scrolls. When you are finished, perhaps assert some educated objections with substance, and I will attempt to answer them honestly.
... Who whould throw a hissy fit and flood the Earth, or just destroy the whole thing all together some day. Who would like to see gay people put to death, and anyone who thinks this Jesus stuff is out of hand should go to hell for eternity regardless of how they behaved.
Ok, I'll bite. FYI, nowhere is it recorded in Scripture that God had a "hissy fit". Show me where exactly is the reference. All sin (i.e. disobedience) will be punished. It was in the days of old, and it will also be on the day of God's wrath. What will you tell Him on that day?
Being a serial killer is okay, just be sure to ask Jesus for forgiveness on the way out. <snip> Your ideas arent just goofy, they're dangerous
Nowhere in God's Word is the condoning of the sin of murder preached or practised. I don't know where you get that "goofy" idea from. Not the Holy Bible. Perhaps you would benefit from some actual research? True remorse and repentance is needed by and required of all who come to Jesus Christ for forgiveness, no matter what sins have been committed in the past. Sin is sin. All sin has to be turned from.
Oh, and they're not my "goofy ideas", they're God's ideas. His planet, His Heaven, His rules. If you have a problem with them, I suggest that you discuss it with Him. Today even. You will stand before Him one day in judgement, but by then it'll be too late. I'm sorry but your objections that you choose to hold onto, will do you no good on that day. Peace.
what I want to know is, has George W Bush ever read the bible and thought about what it means?
To hazard a guess I'd say either very selectively, or not at all. A tree is said to be known by its fruit. In this case, lies and state sanctioned mass murder.
And how do you know that? Because some other people who believe the same crazy shit you do said so. Meanwhile the vast majority of the people on Earth think you're a bit loony. Your God is petty enough to send us all to hell because we are rational beings?
Because I have experienced God and have seen His hand do many awesome things! I don't believe because people tell me to. I believe because I know Him. If you think I am a bit loony, I couldn't really care. Your opinion about me doesn't really matter to me. What the Lord God Almighty thinks of me is far more important.
God is not petty. He is a God of justice. Now in the USA, you'd not think a justice system very just if they let all murders simply go free, would you? For God to be just, all sin must be punished! You are choosing your eternal destination by rejecting the truth. You are being offered a pardon (Jesus Christ paid the penalty of your sins and mine), but you are choosing to go to the chair (so to speak) instead.
Worship the boogyman if you want, but do it a little more quietly please.
uh.... I don't worship a boogyman, and no I will not give up my right of freedom of speech, or my right to enter into discussion on/. just because that would make you would feel more comfortable. I have personally nothing to gain from offering you "the truth", besides helping you find life.
It's pretty common for people to hear about my illness and say that I shouldn't blame God, to assume that I don't believe in God because of the illness, or that I blame God for the illness. Even funnier are the ones who hear that my illness came later, and who say it is punishment.
I wouldn't dare to speculate or assume how your illness came about, or what it even is. But what I do know, is that Jesus Christ is more than able to set you free. If you would call on the name of Jesus Christ you will be saved! "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed" - John 8:36.
That some how is meant to redeem us, no matter that human behaviour has changed little since then.
I can't understand how people lead their lives based on this fluff (and most importantly how people ignore the basic tenants of it, how many Christians have no problem with the death penalty or killing thousands in a war. Would Jesus have approbed of that?).
You make two very valid points. Both are closely connected. The sacrafice of Jesus Christ, God's only begotten Son nearly 2000 years ago has bought redemption to mankind. It was infact a blood covenant. To enter a convenant there must be two willing parties. Us and God. He has already done His part, we are to enter into relationship with Him.
Salvation is a free gift from God through Jesus Christ. "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord" - Romans 6:23. To receive a free gift, firstly it has to be free and given, but it also have to be received. This is where exercising faith comes in. In all areas of life if you never receive a particular gift (i.e. reject the gift), then you don't actually get the benefit of the gift.
When a believer enters into convenant relationship with God through the sacrafice of Jesus Christ on the cross, they become "born again". God's Spirit dwells in them, enabling them to live a life that previously they could not. It is only through allowing God to change the life of the believer that tangible results in behaviour occur.
For over 17 centuries a vast chunk of those who call themselves "christian" have been that merely in name only. A majority in fact at many points in history (the Roman Empire's inquisitions and crusades in the "name" of christianity, for example). Little has changed in their lives, because they never have truly entered into Life. The scripture tells us:
"Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it" - Matthew 7:13-14.
When you say "I can't understand how people lead their lives based on this fluff (and most importantly how people ignore the basic tenants of it, how many Christians have no problem with the death penalty or killing thousands in a war. Would Jesus have approbed of that?)., the answer is that many aren't truly leading their lives based on this (regardless of their claims, church affliliations or bumper stickers), but actually choose to ignore what Jesus Christ Himself says in the scriptures:
"You have heard that it was said, "An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.' But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also." - Matthew 5:38
"But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you." - Matthew 5:44
"Then Jesus said to him, "Put your sword back into its place; for all those who take up the sword shall perish by the sword" - Matthew 26:52
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Micro-evolution is observable. As in changes within a species. Macro-evolution is a fairy tale. My point is that the origin of life as explained by the theory of evolution has no testable evidence and must be received by faith (truthful evolutionists admit that macro-evolution is a belief and not a proven fact) or deception (passed off onto the ignorant/innocent as being proven fact when it isn't).
At the end of the day these many witnesses of Jesus Christ's resurrection died in hideous ways for their faith unwavering. Their own writings portray them before the crucifixion as complete cowards. Peter even denied his Master Jesus Christ when put under pressure. After Christ's resurrection everything changed. They became very bold even. It if were a complete crock, do you really think that they would've died willingly for their faith? Really?
The New Testament was completed within the lifetimes of all the witnesses, with the last book being written by Jesus's closest disciple and friend John. If they were major disputes in testimonial evidence it would've become apparent and disputed at the time. There is much evidence outside of the bible also to testify of many of these facts. Perhaps read the writings of the Roman historian Josephus.
Personally, when it comes down to it, I will tend to believe what Jesus Christ Himself said about the future of this planet, over your views any day. If you don't believe in Jesus Christ, ask yourself what year it is. Where did you come from? Why are you here.
Here is a better analogy. If someone had foreknowledge of the tsunami that occured in Asia, he would warn people of the danger. He certainly would not be partying it up while people drown. If is as if you would be saying that it would be mean of him to warn people before the danger arrives to travel inland to high ground. Some might call him a kook of course.
If you think Stephen King is a wholesome author and the pinnacle of moral thought, then I pity you.
The psalmist writes "Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good;Blessed is the man who trusts in Him!" - Psalm 34:8. I have tasted the blessings of God in my life and do not wish to return to a crapola existance without God. Once you've experienced the Awesome, mediocrity will not do.
Actually Homestarrunner.com looks pretty decent on my Pocket PC - and it's 100% Flash website. Some of the print is a little tiny in places though. Now I can check my Strong Bad emails from my Pocket PC.
You seem confused. Earlier on you seem to condemn serial killers, yet you would attempt to stop the execution of them?
Ever looked at the mess the world is in these days? Murders, war, poverty, hate, immorality. People are generally selfish, not good. Well I guess that depends on what your standard for measuring what "good" is. The has to be a definitive standard by which someone can measure it, right?
Studies have shown that when asked, more people than not said that they would steal something if they knew beforehand that they would never get caught. I forget the source of that, and I won't bother trying to find as you would probably dismiss it anyway.
What seems "correct" in your eyes will one day be proven false. By then it'll be too late to change your mind. You most definitely are not God, but one day you will stand before the Living God and give account to Him for your life. I have tried to point you in the direction of truth and salvation, but as they say "you can lead a horse to water but you can't make him drink". You clearly are not interested in the pursuit of truth. All the best my friend!
Ok, here is my answer. My words. It has taken some time to write this for you
1. Sin is punishable by death.
Under the Old Coventant, certain sins (i.e. breaking of God's Law) were punished immediately with death. Romans 6:23 says: "For the wages of sin is death..."
2. All have sinned
Today, none of us can say that we have never sinned without lying. Romans 3:23 states "All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God". So we have all sinned in the eyes of God. James 2:10 says "For whoever keeps the whole Law and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it.". All of us have broken God's Law at some stage. One of the sins that was punishable by death under the Old Covenant of Moses was adultery. In Matthew 5:28 Jesus states: "But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart." In the same sermon (the Sermon on the Mount) Jesus equates anger with murder!
3. Therefore all deserve death!
If the wages of sin is death, and we are all guilty, then simple logic states that we all deserve death! In a few places in Ezekiel is is stated "The soul who sins shall die! Therefore all of us including liars, thieves, adulterers, homosexuals, idolators, murderers, all of us deserve death and hell. I think that this pretty much answers your question. Ever told a lie? Ever stolen anything? Ever looked at a woman with lust? What about any of the other commandments?
4. The New Covenant
But what God did to redeem the world was to make atonement for our sins by paying for it with His own blood. Under the New Covenant we do not execute the judgement of God on people, but He does. God has provided a way for people to enter into life if they will meet two (simple to understand but hard to do) conditions: to repent and believe. "Then He said to them, "Thus it is written, and thus it was necessary for the Christ to suffer and to rise from the dead the third day, and that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in His name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. And you are witnesses of these things." - Luke 24:46-48. "Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life." - John 5:23
5. All sin will be judged by God
"it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment" Hebrews 9:27
6. Not everyone who calls themselves "Christian" will be saved
"Many will say to Me in that day, 'Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and done many wonders in Your name?' And then I will declare to them, 'I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!" - Matthew 7:22-24.
"Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, envy, murders, drunkenness, revelries, and the like; of which I tell you beforehand, just as I also told you in time past, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God." - Galations 5:19-21.
7. By their fruit (behaviour) you will know true christians from false
"Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their f
Rather than reinventing the wheel, here it is in someone elses words God's stance on sin
Dude, you didn't even bother reading that link. Do you want me to cut and paste the whole site for you? It answers pretty much all of your objections. I mean if the bible is proven credible, then what it says must be taken into consideration. But stay in ignorance, by all means dude.
To answer all your questions relating to what is "fair", I'll answer with a question. Was it just that Timothy McVey was sentenced to death? If not, why not? Would it be justice to let him walk free? Charles Manson? Where is the justice if laws are broken and there is no enforcement or consequences? In the days of Noah the world was so corrupt and full of violence. God searched for a righteous man and only found the one man and his family. Dang! So the innocent where actually rescued from destruction. Same with Lot and his family in the days of Sodom.
There is plenty of evidence out there if you really wanted to look. Here, I'll throw you a bone. Here is a page that covers the basics. You can obviously dig up more detailed research with more detailed references etc. But this will get ya started. Read through this basic explanation of the archaeological, prophetic and historical authenticity of the biblical scrolls. When you are finished, perhaps assert some educated objections with substance, and I will attempt to answer them honestly.
Nowhere in God's Word is the condoning of the sin of murder preached or practised. I don't know where you get that "goofy" idea from. Not the Holy Bible. Perhaps you would benefit from some actual research? True remorse and repentance is needed by and required of all who come to Jesus Christ for forgiveness, no matter what sins have been committed in the past. Sin is sin. All sin has to be turned from.
Oh, and they're not my "goofy ideas", they're God's ideas. His planet, His Heaven, His rules. If you have a problem with them, I suggest that you discuss it with Him. Today even. You will stand before Him one day in judgement, but by then it'll be too late. I'm sorry but your objections that you choose to hold onto, will do you no good on that day. Peace.
what I want to know is, has George W Bush ever read the bible and thought about what it means?
To hazard a guess I'd say either very selectively, or not at all. A tree is said to be known by its fruit. In this case, lies and state sanctioned mass murder.
And how do you know that? Because some other people who believe the same crazy shit you do said so. Meanwhile the vast majority of the people on Earth think you're a bit loony. Your God is petty enough to send us all to hell because we are rational beings?
/. just because that would make you would feel more comfortable. I have personally nothing to gain from offering you "the truth", besides helping you find life.
Because I have experienced God and have seen His hand do many awesome things! I don't believe because people tell me to. I believe because I know Him. If you think I am a bit loony, I couldn't really care. Your opinion about me doesn't really matter to me. What the Lord God Almighty thinks of me is far more important.
God is not petty. He is a God of justice. Now in the USA, you'd not think a justice system very just if they let all murders simply go free, would you? For God to be just, all sin must be punished! You are choosing your eternal destination by rejecting the truth. You are being offered a pardon (Jesus Christ paid the penalty of your sins and mine), but you are choosing to go to the chair (so to speak) instead.
Worship the boogyman if you want, but do it a little more quietly please.
uh.... I don't worship a boogyman, and no I will not give up my right of freedom of speech, or my right to enter into discussion on
C.S. Lewis, the original author in case you didn't know, wrote a paper on how this story is not a retelling of the story of jesus
Care to provide a reference? A link to said paper would suffice. Thanks.
Salvation is a free gift from God through Jesus Christ. "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord" - Romans 6:23. To receive a free gift, firstly it has to be free and given, but it also have to be received. This is where exercising faith comes in. In all areas of life if you never receive a particular gift (i.e. reject the gift), then you don't actually get the benefit of the gift.
When a believer enters into convenant relationship with God through the sacrafice of Jesus Christ on the cross, they become "born again". God's Spirit dwells in them, enabling them to live a life that previously they could not. It is only through allowing God to change the life of the believer that tangible results in behaviour occur.
For over 17 centuries a vast chunk of those who call themselves "christian" have been that merely in name only. A majority in fact at many points in history (the Roman Empire's inquisitions and crusades in the "name" of christianity, for example). Little has changed in their lives, because they never have truly entered into Life. The scripture tells us:
"Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it " - Matthew 7:13-14.
When you say "I can't understand how people lead their lives based on this fluff (and most importantly how people ignore the basic tenants of it, how many Christians have no problem with the death penalty or killing thousands in a war. Would Jesus have approbed of that?)., the answer is that many aren't truly leading their lives based on this (regardless of their claims, church affliliations or bumper stickers), but actually choose to ignore what Jesus Christ Himself says in the scriptures:
"You have heard that it was said, "An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.' But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also." - Matthew 5:38
"But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you." - Matthew 5:44
"Then Jesus said to him, "Put your sword back into its place; for all those who take up the sword shall perish by the sword" - Matthew 26:52
Excellent post! :-)
The hardest part is making sure that not a spec of dust gets in there.
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