Ban religion

Originally posted by Ironside
,... Every man has the right to believe as they wish. To take this away is to take away the hope in their lives. Don't get me wrong, I believe that no one should be pressuerd into a religon, but is that not what you are doing now? You want people to believe as you, so you try to take away their rights? You, my friend, are no better than the Christian and Muslim extremists.

Good word.

I'm praying for a lady to have "Hope in God" because my friend who knows this lady is about to go and kill her child in her womb. Boy oh boy, do we need Hope in God at all time, and especially in times of crisis.

God bless you Ironside.
Iron sure can sharpen Iron.

Peace,
Connie

[edit on 10-8-2007 by Jesus-Is-Real]

Originally posted by johnb
Does anyone read other peoples posts with open eyes or minds??

Those who agree religion should be banned because of all the evil perpetrated in its name are missing the point of many supporting posters - that evil/war etc would still occur just under a different guise. people just use religion as an excuse. It would be over something else if religion didn't exist.

Those who disagree, and I am assuming most of them are religious seem to try and answer those above in a more reasoned fashion either from a spreading the gospel point of view which is paramount in any religion or just a general look what happens when you do ban it - communism etc.

I have been seeking god for years in my own ways and have delved into many religions followed across the world seeking 'THE TRUTH' I have lurked and posted on many different forums and sites some being more interesting, useful or dangerous than others.

I have recently come to believe in the Christian GOD and now pray most days. I am therefore a very immature Christian and by no means can I claim to know all the answers but at least I feel within myself I am finally back on track.

Its funny but it's not till we grow up and start trying to stock of our lives that we seem to realise that we're not as happy as we were when we were kids - (yes I know plenty of people are probably the exact opposite)

I now put this down to having lost touch with GOD and his purpose for us - that's why we all have different talents and strengths. I now pray/talk to GOD most if not every day, often while I'm sitting in traffic asking him to let me know his purpose and give me a nudge in the right direction. I have had 3 completely separate nudges that suggest I should be buying a lorry and setting myself up as a haulier - not quite sure how that will fit with GOD's plan but the point is I don't need to understand, I just NEED to get on with it.

Funny but as I find out more and start looking into costings, risks and all the regulatory requirements and licences required (which would have immediately stopped me previously - well it did the last two times) I have begun to feel happier about doing what I am supposed to be doing.

I might even finally make it back to Church which I have not attended since I was a boy.

Sorry if I've got a bit off topic but basically NO, I don't think religion should be banned although I'm sure I started a similiar topic a few years ago - my how times change

Thanks JohnB,

Still rather, a new Life must come forth by God's Holy Spirit, not merely open eyes and minds; Except a man is Born Again (born from above) He can not see the Kingdom of God.


This whole Topic Jesus has already mentioned over 2000 years ago, where others have cursed and will continue to curse God sent His Son to bless and so He did:

Matt 5:11-12 11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. 12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you. KJV

Learning more to rejoice and becoming exceedingly glad,
Connie

[edit on 10-8-2007 by Jesus-Is-Real]

Originally posted by crontab
I'm not at all religous. Although, I know I would probably be happier if I were involved in religion.

It is comforting to have some organizing meaning to your life, and a method of resolving the issues of your life. While some may disagree, good religion shouldn't make you stupid. Life can about more than hedonistic pleasure, and religion creates a place for that.

You are near the Kingdom of God my friend.
God will happen to you, I perceive.

I'm putting you on my friends list.

Peace,
Connie

Originally posted by crontab
I'm not at all religous. Although, I know I would probably be happier if I were involved in religion.

It is comforting to have some organizing meaning to your life, and a method of resolving the issues of your life. While some may disagree, good religion shouldn't make you stupid. Life can about more than hedonistic pleasure, and religion creates a place for that.

Religion does provide that, but Religion is not a requirement for it.

Family does a great job of that too ya know. I think I prefer family.