Big B
HWF Godfather
I've grown up most of my life in a 'Christian' environment. Baptist church and a non-denominational private Christian school. The likes of Doctor Dobson and the Left Behind stuff is familiar. However, as I've looked at it and thought as well as actually looking into what's been written in the Bible, I have the conclusion that most of the so-called 'Christian' people are wrong: either by the legalistic crap inserted by the leaders (aka, the Pope, Jerry Falwell, etc.), or by people who don't know what's really said and take what's given to them as gold.
1.)Would someone please enlighten me as to why we need a Pope? I've never heard of a good, Biblical reason as to why there is a need for that type of position.
2.)The Bible is not a scientific book, rather historic. Actually, to be correct, the Bible is a library, with different books, some historical, others poetic.
3.)There's nothing wrong with saying Happy Holiday's. I'm not politically correct, but I don't see what the big deal is. Secondly, what's wrong with the government not being partial to Christianity? That's what separation of church and state is about. BTW, 'separation of church and state is not in the Constitution, thanks.
4.)It's 'Thou shalt not murder' not 'Thou shalt not kill'. Governments are there, despite the corrupt officials that may run them, to enforce the law. Execution of a murderer is justified.
5.)Christianity isn't about feeling good, and you'll never find a promise from God or Jesus that you will.
6.)Humanity is flawed, and condemned for eternal damnation. You cannot do anything to get around this. (One of my gripes with the Catholic branch) You are only saved because God had Jesus die a painful death plus torture beforehand. There's nothing you can ever do. On the flip-side, that doesn't mean you should flippantly and willingly engage in activities contrary to what God has stated as being wrong.
7.)If Jesus did not die and rise again, the whole Bible doesn't mean jack. That's the entire crux (no pun intended) of the Bible. Worry about that point first and foremost...everything else builds on that.
8.)Drinking is not wrong. Getting drunk is...otherwise, God/Jesus has contradicted himself by stating that he does not tempt people.
9.)It is never okay to murder, attack, destroy property of, bomb, purposefully insult, or violate any of the laws given from God in order to stop those who commit sin.
10.)If Jesus did not clarify an Old Testament law, or change it, the OT law still stands. Example: Homosexuality is still wrong, according to God.
11.)What denominations believe may not be in the Bible. Wether it's a misinterpertation or tradition, some things are not biblical. This isn't to say they are wrong, but know what's been said from God, not by certain parts of the denomination.
12.)America is not a strict Christian nation. The prinicples it was founded on are from a largely Christian perspective, but that in no way means that we were founded as a strictly Christian nation. Given that, don't expect that everything in America will be strictly Christian.
13.)Seeing 'R' rated movies or listening to Rap or Metal will not send your teens to hell or make them commit violent acts or do sinful things. If they do, then there are bigger issues. Don't throw a huge fit everytime Marylin Manson puts out a new CD or a new teen slasher film comes out. The recording companies and movie industries are businesses. If you ignore it by not spending money, time, and effort to protest it, that's sometimes more effective. Discretion is necessary, but, seeing and R-rated movie will not send someone to hell.
14.)Discussion of sex at a proper age is good for kids to have in both public and private schools. Having Christian upbringings doesn't mean kids will share your beliefs on the subject. Educate them properly: don't just say what's good an bad--try to have an actual, realistic reason.
15.)Well God said so is not necessarily good enough. Know that's what was said and not misinterperted.
/rant
1.)Would someone please enlighten me as to why we need a Pope? I've never heard of a good, Biblical reason as to why there is a need for that type of position.
2.)The Bible is not a scientific book, rather historic. Actually, to be correct, the Bible is a library, with different books, some historical, others poetic.
3.)There's nothing wrong with saying Happy Holiday's. I'm not politically correct, but I don't see what the big deal is. Secondly, what's wrong with the government not being partial to Christianity? That's what separation of church and state is about. BTW, 'separation of church and state is not in the Constitution, thanks.
4.)It's 'Thou shalt not murder' not 'Thou shalt not kill'. Governments are there, despite the corrupt officials that may run them, to enforce the law. Execution of a murderer is justified.
5.)Christianity isn't about feeling good, and you'll never find a promise from God or Jesus that you will.
6.)Humanity is flawed, and condemned for eternal damnation. You cannot do anything to get around this. (One of my gripes with the Catholic branch) You are only saved because God had Jesus die a painful death plus torture beforehand. There's nothing you can ever do. On the flip-side, that doesn't mean you should flippantly and willingly engage in activities contrary to what God has stated as being wrong.
7.)If Jesus did not die and rise again, the whole Bible doesn't mean jack. That's the entire crux (no pun intended) of the Bible. Worry about that point first and foremost...everything else builds on that.
8.)Drinking is not wrong. Getting drunk is...otherwise, God/Jesus has contradicted himself by stating that he does not tempt people.
9.)It is never okay to murder, attack, destroy property of, bomb, purposefully insult, or violate any of the laws given from God in order to stop those who commit sin.
10.)If Jesus did not clarify an Old Testament law, or change it, the OT law still stands. Example: Homosexuality is still wrong, according to God.
11.)What denominations believe may not be in the Bible. Wether it's a misinterpertation or tradition, some things are not biblical. This isn't to say they are wrong, but know what's been said from God, not by certain parts of the denomination.
12.)America is not a strict Christian nation. The prinicples it was founded on are from a largely Christian perspective, but that in no way means that we were founded as a strictly Christian nation. Given that, don't expect that everything in America will be strictly Christian.
13.)Seeing 'R' rated movies or listening to Rap or Metal will not send your teens to hell or make them commit violent acts or do sinful things. If they do, then there are bigger issues. Don't throw a huge fit everytime Marylin Manson puts out a new CD or a new teen slasher film comes out. The recording companies and movie industries are businesses. If you ignore it by not spending money, time, and effort to protest it, that's sometimes more effective. Discretion is necessary, but, seeing and R-rated movie will not send someone to hell.
14.)Discussion of sex at a proper age is good for kids to have in both public and private schools. Having Christian upbringings doesn't mean kids will share your beliefs on the subject. Educate them properly: don't just say what's good an bad--try to have an actual, realistic reason.
15.)Well God said so is not necessarily good enough. Know that's what was said and not misinterperted.
/rant
