Recent content by Rodan6

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    Is it possible Christians are practicing more false teachings than ever?

    Jesus' greatest commands are to love God and to love others as ourselves. The second of these is the most difficult challenge in our modern time because that it requires that we let go of our prejudices--ALL of our prejudices. It is most unfortunate that many modern Christians have embraced so...
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    Does Satan communicate with you?

    The Bible clearly teaches that Satan DID exist and that he DID operate to influence people. Since Jesus defeated him a very long time ago, I think it's doubtful that he is still around to perform more mischief. But, if he is still on earth, I'm confident enough of Jesus' victory to believe he...
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    Does Satan communicate with you?

    I believe that Satan exists (or existed) and I'm comfortable with the plausible notion that he is a "fallen angel". I wholeheartedly agree that Satan (if he still lives) has no power to influence anyone. People make choices and are quick to place the blame for bad ones on Satanic influences...
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    How do you tell the difference

    There is no such thing as a "bad God". Indeed, the Bible does feature accounts of an angry, brutal and intolerant God. But these accounts are not true. They reflect the limited understandings of humans who lived thousands of years ago, and long, long before Jesus' true revelation of a "Loving...
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    Biden Falls Three Times Getting on Air Force One

    As for me, I'm thrilled that we now have a real president with real values. It will take some time, but I'm confident he will straighten out this mess we are in both internationally and domestically.
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    Don't live for the miracle.

    Yes, it is a huge problem. Saving a life or lives through apparent supernatural means has the potential to set back scientific discovery. This could lead to the deaths or compromised health of many, many other innocent people. In Jesus' time, the primitive cultures of the world were very...
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    Don't live for the miracle.

    When Jesus healed someone 2000 years ago, there was little chance that the healing would compromise the medical science of that day. A similar healing today would have the potential to do great harm. Professionals in the medical field could be led astray, believing a certain course of therapy...
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    My heart is like a stone

    Your answer will begin with service to others. You are correct in recognizing the selfish motivation you feel. To obtain the feelings about Jesus you desire, it will be necessary to "serve" as you are able. Volunteer work would be especially helpful. Cultivate within yourself a desire to...
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    Moral question

    1. Spells, curses, "evil eye" etc. represent a body of doctrine based upon superstition and ancient cult doctrines. They have no power whatsoever to harm anyone. 2. It is the person who lays the curse who is injured--not the target of such curse. When an individual hopes/desires that harm...
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    Moral question

    Primitive people believed in curses because of the times in which they lived. In our modern age of information, God expects much more from us.
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    Moral question

    "Magic" in general has entertainment value, but it is not real. But genuine belief (fear) of evil supernatural influences can do real harm to a person. Know that it is forbidden for a human to tamper/bind or injure the fate of another human. The only real danger from a curse or hex lies in...
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    Where should I go for advice?

    Feelings of guilt and regret are not very spiritually productive. You say that you gave counsel on this issue, and from a spiritual perspective, this is the extent of what you are allowed to do. The choice to have or not to have this abortion was NOT yours to make (unless you were the pregnant...
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    What's the heart of Christianity?

    I think in your writing you have captured the important meaning of "may your will be done, not mine". May God bless you in your journey.
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    Prayer for God to explain his inconsistent views to me

    Trust that God will ALWAYS answer your prayer. But understand that sometimes, time must pass before that answer can be received. Also, consider there are other laws that may come into play with regard to this issue. Perhaps foremost among them is that it is forbidden to interfere with human...