A lose-lose proposition

[Katzpur]

Originally Posted by imbobbbb

Well katz,it seems as usual most would rather argue about issues we dont agree about,[many of them minor],rather than celebrate the many issues we do agree on.

I don't even mind the disagreements. That's what makes the place interesting. It's the fact that so many people can't even conceive of the possibility that they might be wrong about a thing or two. It's the idea that the Bible is not always 100% clear on every doctrine. (I'd be willing to bet that within two or three posts, certain people are going to come along and say that the Bible is never vague on anything and that there is only one way every verse could possibly be understood. Then they'll start in with more examples.)

This even happens among members of the same denomination.On one lds board ive been called a 'cafeteria mormon',and an apostate and accussed of being a 'fake mormon' who posts just to stir up trouble when I dare disagree with a few members of the 'self appointed lds worthiness counsel'.It doesn't happen often.....but it does happen.My ward seems quite happy to have me so I don't let a few 'internet idjits' bother me.

I hear ya.

[Ironmaw1776]

there should would be allot less Hitlers if people would just love one another.

[SuperSoul]

Originally Posted by Katzpur

And I'll tell you what I've noticed about "real Christians" who throw the word "cult" around so cavalierly: Their use of this word generally says a whole lot more about them than it says about the group they are attempting to disparage. The bottom line is that it you believe in it, it is a religion or perhaps "the" religion; if you don't care one way or another about it, it's a sect. But if you hate and fear it, it's a cult. That's as accurate a definition as I've ever heard of the word.

I agree.
If you really looked at many groups... there are much more cult-like behavior than most realize. Consider fans of sport teams - LAKER CULT!
Families, Companies/Employers & Schools also have their own beliefs that each member is required to follow.

I'd say the one belief everyone should have is that of tolerance & respect of different beliefs. It's a sign of maturity.

A declaration: I think I'm in love.... with Aristotle!! Ok, so he's a little older than me ...Yet, the man said some cool things, like,
"It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it."

Also...How we define God & Satan (or heaven & hell) directly affects how we define & treat ourselves & others.
Considering that most mental illnesses (in the US) were found rooted in misunderstandings of Judeo/Christian teachings, we ought to be careful about our definitions!