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hi oi_antz, I did read it that way. Those scriptures and others like it, seem so apocalyptic.

Well to be honest I don't understand why Jesus would make such a harsh and literal statement, so I don't see why it's good advice. (Also, since you mentioned about not sinning in your thoughts - it's known now from people who have OCD and from 'mindfulness' that people who specifically try not...

Isn't But if it grieves God (God as described by the bible) when people suffer, then why does he allow so many vulnerable people like children to go through so much? In addition, many Christians would still say they suffer after they believe, in fact some say that they go through times when...

I don't get this verse, especially recorded for children and families to read. It's so harsh, even if its not meant literally and is off-putting.

I think the example of the visual metaphor of hanging off a cliff to persuade someone to decide quickly seems like manipulation through fear. If I remember rightly Jesus said something about counting the cost, which would suggest a more thought out response. 'Loving one another' is great...

Hi, one verse would be :- Matthew 7:13-14- "Go in by the narrow gate. For the wide gate has a broad road which leads to disaster and there are many people going that way. The narrow gate and the hard road lead out into life and only a few are finding it." another from Matthew :- 10:14-15 -...

So it seems there are two steps - believing all you've said above, and then doing the Will of His Father?? Not sure of what all of His Will would be ....? I don't think its a good idea to believe in a hurry, but rather to understand what you're getting into or who it is you are following.

I don't understand why you put 'should be allowed to pick a fruit from a tree'- did you mean to refer to Genesis? Do you believe in 'original sin'? I find it hard to believe that babies are born sinful. But which command? And how do we know that we're interpreting it correctly - especially...

Thanks very much to everyone who's replied. I've had a bit of pc trouble so haven't responded as much as I've wanted to. Hope to get it sorted out soon.

I agree that being told to 'deny yourself' and then 'love others as yourself can be confusing!

When he criticised the Pharisees, he didn't seem to see the Divine in them though.

Given that Jesus believed in the OT, and agreed with it, why was the intent not described or given back then? Also, was the intent of the Sabbath partly to have that specific day to rest - or can it now mean any day of the week? (Why are there so many different interpretations if there is one...

Aside from the miracles, healings, the parable of the Good Samaritan and the Golden Rule, can you explain why what Jesus said, with examples, was good advice or sound moral teaching? (I posted a similar question in another section but it was aimed at non-believers). Thanks.

This question was on another forum, and I am interested to know what people think about just what Jesus said to others, aside from the miracles and healings. Do you think he gave good advice to people or good moral teachings - or if not, why not?

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