[lngz78]

so! Where is it? I would remind you that the Bible says you are to answer every question about the faith somewhere. I also know that if you ban me you will go to hell. SO speak up! I nEED ANSWERS!

[Grampa Dave]

Your post earns the response below:

[mamaduck]

If you are checking, and you should take responsibility for checking back, you knew you wouldn't be allowed to "get away" with such silliness, and we *do* love a ZOT around here, but check this:

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1285984/posts?page=62#62

and Thank You, Jeff Head, for putting it so well and being so Godly in your response. The zottee definitely needs help.

[muir_redwoods]

"...is christianity the true religion?"

If you could KNOW the answer to that question, faith would have no value. All people who profess to understand G-d must admit, in humility, to probably being very wrong about G-d. How can any fimite human understand the infinite? The value is in the faith, not the knowledge. IMHO, very humble opinion

[Grampa Dave]

[.cnI redruM]

>>>I nEED ANSWERS!

a) You are not important enough to deserve answers. Whether you need them or not is a non-sequitor.

b) If you really needed an answer, you would have unassed thyself and found it. You are a slacker and troglodyte. You make no worthwhile contribution to humanity.

So there are you answers. Go have a nice day.

[eyespysomething]

I also know that if you ban me you will go to hell.

Wow, you know that? Very, um, presumptuous of you. I always thought God made that decision.

BTW - McVeigh and Hitler were not Christians when they did what they did because Christians would not do that. You do know that, don't you? I can't speak for them in the afterlife, and neither can you.

[semaj]

Kneel before Zot!

[Zman]

Many great men are dead; when the Lord calls you home, you won't be considered one of them.

[arizonarachel]

Sporatic use of the "shift" key? Well, at least the trolls are learning!

[SuperVillain]

erm, you DO know that Hitler wasn't a Christian, right?

[MeekOneGOP]

Bye!

He's dead, Jim!

He's dead, Jim.
(Click here or on the pic).

Please let me know if you want ON or OFF my Viking Kitty/ZOT ping list!. . .don't be shy.

[Conspiracy Guy]

Hold still. This will only hurt at first!

[codyjacksmom]

I hope they track you down and deport your a**.

[MEG33]

GOOD GRIEF!..The quality of the trolls has hit rock bottom.

[Moose4]

Damn. Late to the ZOT party again. I'll just go watch ESPNEWS and see the 971st replay of the Pacers-Pistons riot.

}:-)4

[ClancyJ]

Islam is apparently a religion of death, murder, horror, torture and selfishness.

Christianity on the other hand is a religion of love, honor, faith, and teaches caring for the weak, sick, old, women and children.

There is no comparison. You might ask why so many prisoners take to the Muslim religion. In my opinion - because it makes murder, terror, cruelty, torture acceptable and gives license to such.

Be careful who you follow - the Lord or Satan. By their fruits you will be able to identify them.

Satan would love murder, killing, horror, torture - while the Lord would not condone such.

[zip]

I also know that if you ban me you will go to hell.

ROTFLMAO. You are a riot. Thanks for the laugh.

You RADICAL mooooslims are so stupid and you should be ashamed to bring discredit upon true Muslims.

[Paperdoll]

The Bible does not state that all must believe in the One Triune God, but all are free to choose whether to believe or not. Jesus gave us the Great Commission to spread the Good News. He did not say to do it by any means other than by letting non-believers hear that Good News. It is left up to each individual to make his own decision and accept its consequences.

And then He died to pay for our sins!

[Fintan]

 

Huh???

[go_W_go]

...because of what only 19 people did who just so happened to follow their faith...

1) It's not only 19 people, there are over 1 billion Muslims worldwide, who believe the Koran is true (although history does not support it), and also believe the Koranic teaching that anyone who does not believe as they do, should be "slaughtered".


I then came across an article here www.samgipp.org that said that Christians should force non Christians to become Christians.

2) You will find no support for such a statement in the Bible itself. The Bible promotes "free will", therefore, you are free to choose to believe, or not to believe! In fact, the Bible explicitly states, "do not throw your pearls before swine"... In other words, don't share the gospel with anyone who does not or will not appreciate it.

Who do you think you are? Should we deport all Christians for what timothy Mcveigh and Adolph Hitler did? They were Christians, the proof is overwhelming!

3) Neither Hitler nor McVeigh were Christians, even if they professed to be believers, they could in NO WAY support their actions biblically.

So if your so much better than Muslims are and if Christianity is the true religion, could you please show me where in the Bible democracy woman's rights ETC are promoted?

4) The Bible does not endorse ANY human form of government, only that we should pray for the leaders we have, and that leaders who misuse their power and authority, will indeed pay for it! The Bible does not speak to "women's rights" as you put it. The Bible does, however, speak of ROLES. A man's role is to work and provide for the family, the woman's role is to be a nurturer for the family, so you see, we are equal... we ALL have a role to play...

Where is womans voting rights? what book chapter or verse?

5) Again, the Bible does not make mention of voting at all! It does, however, give great honor to women. Did you know that in Jewish culture, around the time of Christ, that a woman's testimony was considered worthless? Interesting that God chose women to be the first to be witness to the risen Christ. If this were a contrivance, it wouldn't make sense for the New Testament writers to convey such a message, instead, they would've had John, or Peter be the first to discover the empty tomb!!! The truth is, women have the greatest role in the Bible, as I've just illustrated.

where is religious freedom and pluralism in the Bible? The first commandment says thou shalt have no other gods? otherwise where is it?

6) Everyone has religious freedom. It's a biblical principle. It's throughout the Bible, not just one verse. Where is pluralism??? I don't quite understand that one. There is only one God. Of course you will not find pluralism as a biblical teaching... don't quite know where you're going with that one...

where is it that says that Christians shouldn't fine or jail people who deny Christ or the bible or who write books questioning the faith? I heard RJ Rushdoony say you should, otherwise what book chapter and verse?

7) There is no mention of Christians fining OR jailing people who deny Christ. See #2.

The Muslim religion teaches that there is no compulsion in religion. You shall have yours I shall have mine. I don;t see any bible book dedicated to religious freedom like Islam. Otherwise enlighten me and show me! If your religion is not against racism and intolerance it is for it.

8)Revelation 3:15, 16
"I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other!
So, because you are lukewarm–neither hot nor cold–I am about to spit you out of my mouth."

God wishes you "were either hot or cold"... This is explicitly saying, "either be a believer, or not", just don't pretend to be a believer, in order to gain praise for yourselves". So you see, God himself, gives you a choice, and the freedom to choose Him, or choose otherwise...

As for your "If your religion is not against racism and intolerance it is for it":
Galatians 3:28 says
"There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus."

You're right as Peter puts it:
1 Peter 3:15
"But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have..."

Hope this answers your question... If not, please feel free to respond. Christ died for you as well, you know. I'm a sinner and so are you. The first step to salvation is to admit you need a savior, second, admit you're a sinner, third, repent of your sin and accept the free gift of righteousness that Christ offers. His sinless life and sacrifice on the cross led to the opportunity for you and I to become free from the ultimate punishment we would otherwise face as imperfect beings. His work is what saves us, we have no works good enough to stand up to God's ultimate need of perfection, so, Christ's perfection and finished work are attributed to you freely, if you'll only respond. As a Christian, I'm no better than you. But as a Christian, I will perform my duties and I will love you and pray for you, as I would love and pray for my own family. God loves you and so do I!!

God bless, and His peace be with you,

Jeff