God

[toasty]

Re: God

Depends upon how you define "God." I definitely do not believe in the version of God that envisions some supernatural being sitting on high, passing judgment on our actions and determining whether we go to heaven or hell when we die. I also think that 99% of organized religion is a complete farce. It always amazes me to see people that live horrible lives but think that spending 1 hour a week going through ritualistic BS excuses that. Ever go to church and watch people just totally go through the motions? Kneel here, mumble this, eat this and wash it down with grape juice, all cured. It's asinine.

With that said, I don't necessarily think that things in the universe are completely random. I guess I have a sense that there is some unseen force or energy that guides things, and that on some level, we have some control over our own situation. Ever notice how some people seem to have nothing but good fortune, while others seem to constantly be fighting adversity? I don't think that's the result of chance. To the extent that there's really no rational explanation for any of that, and that it's probably not rational for me to think of it, some people might equate that in a belief in a higher power. I'm not sure where I come down on that, honestly.

At the end of the day, though, I think that regardless of the source, many of the messages taught by the religions of the world -- love, respect, tolerance, doing unto others, etc. -- are worthwhile. The big difference for me is that I make an effort to make those principles a part of my day-to-day existence, not just something I do for an hour a week at a specific place.

My $.02

[Huggie Smiles]

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It is my opinion that we feel deeply about certain topics on MS such as rape, child mollestation, child abuse (stories of strangers by the way) because we humans were designed in God's image and were purposely wired that way. Try this, everyone you know including you have been through something difficult/painful, well you could use those lessons you have learned by helping another human, maybe one without a family or terminally ill at a hospital. Your homework is to go help someone as discussed and report back as to your view on God and what you think are the possibilities are.


Lastly, If you (anyone reading this) are someone who thinks about mollesting children you need to get help because you are definitely sick.

but they were created in Gods image so God is a child molester, right?

[Jibgolly]

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I'm not trying to force feed anything by the way, but I do think we all miss out on understanding what we are here for when we don't help others (people we don't know) get through difficulties that we have experienced, and I think it these acts of love that can help answer tough questions about "God." That is all I am suggesting.

i totally understand your point. i'm only arguing for the sake of discussion.

[Miguel]

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^^^ you must expect something at the end of it , dont you ?

[lilsensa]

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i take care of my 83 year old grandmother everyday.
feeding, cleaning up after her. does that count as "helping"

Damn Jib, you are a better person than most..

I'm not sure I believe in God..I do believe in doing good and helping others...Expecting nothing, and just being the best human being that I can possibly be...That's what I believe in.

[floridaorange]

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i take care of my 83 year old grandmother everyday.
feeding, cleaning up after her. does that count as "helping"

another thing, i don't think "god" gave us feelings per se. i think humans experience emotions based on their own belief system and generally care for one another without having to submit to a "belief in a god"

I'm not trying to force feed anything by the way, but I do think we all miss out on understanding what we are here for when we don't help others (people we don't know) get through difficulties that we have experienced, and I think it these acts of love that can help answer tough questions about "God." That is all I am suggesting.

[Jibgolly]

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i take care of my 83 year old grandmother everyday.
feeding, cleaning up after her. does that count as "helping"

another thing, i don't think "god" gave us feelings per se. i think humans experience emotions based on their own belief system and generally care for one another without having to submit to a "belief in a god"

[floridaorange]

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you're right, my math is off. whether it was 2,000 years ago or 10,000 years ago my point still stands. if we were "created" how did our creator know to give us things like the sense of smell. was someone making brownies while humans were "created" and decided hmm that smells nice i'll give humans the same sense?

ultimately i believe there are other planets out there with life forms - alien or human, whatever. seems like we are completely unevolved since all we do is kill one another and pay attention to idiots like britney spears and what color underwear she wore last week.

we are too simple and i just don't believe we are the only so-called "intelligent" beings in this universe.

It is my opinion that we feel deeply about certain topics on MS such as rape, child mollestation, child abuse (stories of strangers by the way) because we humans were designed in God's image and were purposely wired that way. Try this, everyone you know including you have been through something difficult/painful, well you could use those lessons you have learned by helping another human, maybe one without a family or terminally ill at a hospital. Your homework is to go help someone as discussed and report back as to your view on God and what you think are the possibilities are.





Lastly, If you (anyone reading this) are someone who thinks about mollesting children you need to get help because you are definitely sick.

[picklemonkey]

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I wonder if God sits there all day pondering who created him and what his purpose is

I think it's funny that God thinks his purpose is to make everyone believe he's a god

[Jibgolly]

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That would be a "God" in the sense that you are speaking.
Where in the Bible does it state that we were created two-thousand years ago? I've never read that before.

you're right, my math is off. whether it was 2,000 years ago or 10,000 years ago my point still stands. if we were "created" how did our creator know to give us things like the sense of smell. was someone making brownies while humans were "created" and decided hmm that smells nice i'll give humans the same sense?

ultimately i believe there are other planets out there with life forms - alien or human, whatever. seems like we are completely unevolved since all we do is kill one another and pay attention to idiots like britney spears and what color underwear she wore last week.

we are too simple and i just don't believe we are the only so-called "intelligent" beings in this universe.

[beanzncheez]

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more wars & death have occured in the name of religion than greed of humans 10x over. horrible

War is a good thing. Less lines at the supermarket.

[floridaorange]

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No offense but I am sure glad the majority of the 6.5 billion of us do believe in "God", with over 30% claiming Christianity.

[beanzncheez]

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i don't really believe in a god.

That would be a "God" in the sense that you are speaking.

am i really expected to believe that i was created two-thousand years ago while science proves that humans have been around for far longer?

Where in the Bible does it state that we were created two-thousand years ago? I've never read that before.

I think there is a God and I really couldn't tell you why. He sits up there watching and does not interfere and we're merely his entertainment. People that leave everything up to God are retarded but then that's why we have make believe countries like Canada.

[Huggie Smiles]

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God hates my music so I hate him. Easy.

no wonder she hates you!

[Miguel]

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^^ yes, i think it was a method used by the powerfulls to control the masses and to keep'em poor.

the thing is , i think , we need to believe in something , so you belive the best story , or the one that most suits you