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Recent content by Normski

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    True atheists?

    Christians believe in their god, but disbelieve in the gods of other religions - denying any proof of existence (and a lack of belief). By then stating that athiests are wrong to deny christianity on the basis of lack of evidence (and a lack of belief), are they not being rather...
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    Why do atheists come to CF

    I visit because I know that I do not have all the answers, and I am always eager to gain new insights. The world we live in is full of a mass of contradictory viewpoints. To have the opportunity to have a reasoned and balanced discussion is rare (and for this I lay blame on both some atheists...
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    Why chosen?

    I am still a little confused regarding the issue of who gets chosen to enter heaven. Scenario. Person A : spends his entire life working for charitable causes, is a loyal family man. But never becomes a christian. Person B : spends life in prison, for murder and rape. But on the final day...
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    Inconsistencies

    "It is important to remember that the suffering is sometimes for the benefit of those not suffering. " This seems unfair on those who are made to suffer for the benefit of others. "The issue of the salvation of newborn children is one not very clearly addressed in Scripture (and God probably...
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    Outreach..

    "But I wish others would believe that just because non christians question, challenge or debate a subject to death doesn't mean they are refusing to listen or are a brickwall..but Some are searching and seeking so hard you couldn't even imagine.." Thank you so much for such an understanding...
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    Inconsistencies

    Thank you for your reply, but I am still unclear. 'Clearly there is a divine purpose behind suffering. Suffering can sanctify the believer and cause the unbeliever to repent.' How does this apply to the newborn child? How can they have time to repent? It seems that at the very least, we...
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    Inconsistencies

    'we become sick either because of a predisposed genetic flaw' But as creations of God who is responsible for our genetic structure? 'that newborn babies shouldn't come down with an illness' If we are put upon this earth to use our free-will to decide whether or not we have faith, how can a...
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    Inconsistencies

    Hi All, I work in a non-medical position within a Childrens Hospital, and every day I see many young children suffering from painful and sometimes terminal illnesses. These children are not old enough to have chosen to sin. So why does a benevolent god, who is said to love all, let innocents...
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    Name one item that is on your desk (6)

    Marvin the Martian pen holder
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    You know your getting old when this happens.

    When you remember wearing the latest fashions the first time round!
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    Whats your favorite song from the 80s ?

    The Boys of Summer by Don Henley
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    3 responses

    Tracking on bikes Football Cricket Oh, to think I was once so active - where did it all go wrong? ;) What are your three favourite desserts?
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    Name your favorite TV show from the 60s, 70s, 80s and pls don't repeat them...

    The Banana Splits (I'm still young at heart :thumbsup:)