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I've been reading many books on religion and I have read in quite a few that the atheist does not have a god to give him/her the strength for rough times. There is no "replenishing." The christian, though, can go to god and receive compassion, joy, strength (authors assertion) so BECAUSE of...

To keep you in check religions tend to have a love and punishment system setup. (ex. Christianity/Catholicism have the love of the heavens, but the punishment of hell for not believing) This fear of hell is paralyzing and the best defense mechanism known to humanity, it is a fear so powerful...

There is a debate whether or not hell exists. Some believe non believers just die, while others are sure of a long and agonizing eternity in hell. Here is my question: Why would God desire hell over death? Most christians would never send anyone to burn in hell for eternity. But, we grant God...

I saw this and I wanted to ask: What is the difference between an unhealthy co-dependence and the unity of marriage? "They come to know that the reason things are bad is because of them: Co-Dependent Characteristics a. My good feelings about who I am stem from being liked by you. b. My good...

I am passionate about volunteer work and it disappoints me that so few men are involved with volunteer, especially hospice and working with children. Why is this? Is "helping others" seen as feminine? Do men simply work too much? Do they not desire to seek out relationships? What say you?

I visited my hometown last weekend for Thanksgiving and my pastor said something a little inappropriate and awkward. He was giving an analogy about strength and when he works out, he "hopes for some heavy making out" with his wife. It's one thing to say this to a buddy, it's another to say it in...

"The black parents wanted an explanation. Doctors, lawyers, judges, and insurance brokers, many had come to the upscale Cleveland suburb of Shaker Heights specifically because of its stellar school district. They expected their children to succeed academically, but most were performing poorly...

Ciagarette lables will include graphics such as ": Cigarette packs are going to get really ugly soon What do you think? I like it!:clap:

How many times a week do you eat fast food (Mcdonald's, Wendy's BK)? Are you aware of the ingredients in each item? I am against eating all fast food! :thumbsup:

"Wives, submit to your husbands." Reason for the divorce rate in the UK. U.K. Church Leader: 'Wives, Submit to Your Husbands' - International News | News of the World | Middle East News | Europe News - FOXNews.com :doh:

Probably one of the oldest questions in the book, but I'll ask it again: How do you personally figure out right and wrong? Do you believe only behavior is wrong but not thoughts and feelings? Furthermore, is our determination of right and wrong primarily subjective? If so, don't other people...

Why are human beings the only mammals with permanently swollen breasts? All other mammals have breasts AFTER pregnancy. Why is this different with human beings?

Here is a list of the greatest virtues: Virtue - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Which one do you pick? :wave: I choose compassion.

Which is better or ideal? Does it just depend on the person or is one morally wrong?

Generally, do men have a greater ability to make effective decisions more than women because women are more emotional? It seems like society idealizes logic and when is being emotional ever a good thing? I feel like women are flawed from the start. :o

In the midst of callous and apathetic individuals, Linda touched many with her care and concern for the "least important" of society: I hope it touches your heart as it does mine: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49YQhTLoGuA *The video...

In the midst of callous and apathetic individuals, Linda touched many with her care and concern for the "least important" of society: I hope it touches your heart as it does mine: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49YQhTLoGuA *The video illustrates a mock scene where a beautiful woman acts like...

Is a woman' main role to be a mother? Is a man's main role to be a leader? It would seem that men are entailed leadership positions in the church while the women are given roles as childbearing. Are women simply limited to making an impact by having children (on a general scale)? "Men are...

Lets change this forum up a little bit. Do you believe all races are equal? Is one better than the other? Are there inherent characteristics in each one? Is one more successful than the other? Do you idealize your own race above other races? Do you have prejudices?

How do evolutionists explain sexual dimorphism?