to christians only???????
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I'm not sure the classic explanation of the Trinity is the only way to reconcile the scriptures that have led to that doctrine, actually.  I think it is much simpler than we make it out to be.  I believe that the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit are simply in complete agreement with each other.  Therefore when one speaks, He speaks for all three of them.  And when you talk to one, you essentially talk to all three.  There is no plurality of ideas or desires, no conflict.  In that sense, and I believe in that sense only, they are one.
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You are best treating the meaning as "god alone.." because the word "only" can be misinterpreted and therefore badly translated. For example see the difference between "Only God passes judgement on me" and "God only passes judgement on me" (which suggests he won't do so on anyone else).\n\nSo I would go along with -  Deus solus me iudicare potest.\nFor emphasis - Deus unus me iudicare potest.\n\nDon't try the "tantum deus.." line as that doesn't make sense and isn't even all Latin!
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Why is is so easy to pick on Christians for their beliefs and not others for their non belief?  There are hypocrites everywhere, not just in religion.  I am sorry that you had a bad experience with one Christian, but as one myself, I get really tired of everyone grouping people into one category based on one experience.  I suppose I could go around and make ignorant judgements on every type of people because of one instance, but why not just accept that there are people that really do take the word to heart and practice the living proofs of the Bible?!  I can't make everyone else do it, but I know that I live my life according to Christ's teachings.
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Wow a Christian using scripture in their thoughts on dogma- novel idea that I hope continues. I totally agree- Ephesians 2 8For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— 9not by works, so that no one can boast. Kinda hard to argue with that scripture too huh? But we must see-as James points out- that good works are a result of our faith. Not that  we need to do them to get into Heaven-but if we follow Christ- and He was a servant to all- then we will do the same. Great point!
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I am a Christian in the sense that I believe the Bible is truth, I believe Jesus is the only way to God the Father, and I believe I can communicate with the Father through the Holy spirit.\n\nAs of late however, I no longer identify myself with the term "Christian" because of what I've come to associate that term with.\n\n"Christians" will hurt you, lie to you, talk about you behind your back.  They will judge you, criticize you, try to tell you what God wants when they don't actually know.  Christians will hide behind God.  They will use "God told me..." as an excuse to say HORIBLE things to people.  While I believe God speaks to people, I also believe that this excuse is horribly abused often times.  "Christians" will be elitists, the will exclude you, they will look down on you and even kick you out of your home.  They will assume the worst of you, they will over react, they will hold you to double standards.  This is what "Christians" will do to you, and this is what they have done to me and those whom I love and hold dear.\n\nThis is why I have chosen to worship only TRUTH.  Jesus is the truth, the way, and the life.  Everything else, including his followers are sadly doing more harm than good in many cases.\n\nLiberating myself from my "christian social standing" has allowed me to look at people non-judgmentally for the first time.  It has allowed me to be happy for people in spite of their "sin."  It has made me more aware that sins that hurt other people are much more intolerable to me than socially debatable sins.  It has also made me realize that sins that "Christians" commit are far more abhorent to God in many cases.  "Christians" often commit sins of the spirit and of pride and greed.  The bible says these sins are demonic and much more despisable than sins of the flesh.  "Christians" need to stop worrying about other people's sins of the flesh, and start worrying about their own hearts.  Myself included.
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Ok guys (and girls).   You all know that the reason you don't like Christianity is simple:  It goes against you.  If you were to become Christian, you wouldn't be able to do the sinful things you enjoy doing.  As a Christian, I am called to like a life according to the Bible.  Sure, I mess up, but I'm sorry for what I did, and ask forgivness from the person I offended and from God.  The whole thing of it is this:  Christianity convicts you.  If you accepted it, you would have admit you were wrong.  At least admit this:  You wouldn't want to say "I was wrong, forgive me"  would you?  No.  It would hurt your pride.  Pride is the thing that keeps us from heaven as sinful humans.  Jesus didn't come for the people who think they are perfect, He came for the sinners.  Who do you think would be more thankful, the one who was forgiven much?  Or the one who was forgiven little?
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The problem with that is most people will think "Just another religious freak!" if you answer ONLY in scripture.  You have to make it personal if you want to get a point across.
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Dear ES,\n\nThrough the years I've heard so many people say that it isn't fair to people who aren't born in Christian families or in a Christian nation.\n\nThe thing is that nobody is born a Christian, absolutely nobody.  The awesome uncreated Creator didn't have to save a single person because ALL have sinned and fallen short of His glory.  But while we were yet dead in our sins Christ died for the ungodly.\n\nJesus is the only Way to the Father but the Father does NOT have any quotas.  He doesn't want anybody to be eternally separated from Him.\n\nI'm enjoying your questions but I'll eventually get to the links you have provided.  Thank you!
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I just wanted to say that I have read your questions and answers to several questions (including my own) and I find you to be very level-headed and well-spoken. I used to practice Christianity and then evolved into feeling differently - a lot of the reasons I did had to do with the way Christians around me looked at issues - it got under my skin. But your views that are influenced by your beliefs are not at all offensive, even to someone who may not believe in the same things as you. I am glad to read what you have to say, as I am more inclined to listen to someone who is rational, if nothing else.
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If you are really looking for an answer. I invite you to visit www.christiananswers.net. More simply you can buy The Holy book ( the bible) & find out yourself. Read! Read in the name of God
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YOU MUST BE A CHRISTIAN,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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wow,someone is actually reading the bible right.i actually see the same thing.check this out.when jesus was praying in the garden of gethsemine,if he be the only god everyones cracking him up to be.why would he go thru all the trouble to pray to himself????dosnt sound like sense to me.daaaaaaaaaah.why does he always say "he only does what he see his father do.hhhmmmm.is this the higher being that every body heard at jesus'baptism.quote "behold this is my beloved son whome i am well pleased".this must be the guy who jesus referrs to as father.isnt this a trip.wow!!!!!!!!!!!
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Hi, I have constantly asked the same question and have advised Christians on this forum to leave these questions alone, to not even click on them as they will only disturb their peace.\nin this way all those who post vile comments will finally be wasting their time as no reaction is unfulfilling to them.
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I am a member of Christian of Texas. I enjoy reading the daily digest that is sent to me. My 360 link is http://360.yahoo.com/brickcollecter and my favorite scripture is John 3:16 because it explains our entire plan of salvation in one, simple verse. Too many think that it has to be hard to be saved, that you have to prove something. You don't, it's a gift from God, you only have to accept it and declare it! God bless you.
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This was a little hard to follow, though I think I understand what is going on. There is obviously some bitterness going on; otherwise they wouldn't feel the need to insult this person. Show them I Corinthians 13, where it gives the characteristics of Christian love. And Philippians 4, where it speaks of thinking on "whatever is true, pure, right..." You shouldn't have to say much, the Holy Spirit will. Much prayer for wisdom on your part is necessary. James 1:8 says if we ask for wisdom, God will give it to us. Lastly, don't accuse them. Just tell them kindly that you felt that it may not be loving of them to do these things. Hope it goes well!
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You are restricting that just to Christians? I find many people "representing" different views doing the same.\n\nAlthough I am no big fan of Christianity you are asking a biased question
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Christ is the only one who has offered to pay my sin debt to god!!! those other so called gods or religions, offer no other way to stand in front of a holy god forgiven!!!( debts payed) For all have sinned and come short of the glory of GOD!!!For the wages of sin is death but the gift of GOD is eternal life through our LORD JESUS CHRIST  if we could be forgiven of our sin by being good or by our good works,how good would we have to be,or how much good works would we have to do? Jesus said I AM THE WAY,THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE, NO ONE COMES TO THE FATHER BUT BY ME. My friend the tomb of the LORD JESUS CHRIST is empty! Buddha,and all those other men that claimed to have the answers to eternal life, their bones are still in their thumbs waiting for judgment day! They needed to be saved themselves! they and many others reject GOD'S GRACE in offering his only son's life to pay our way home. Please my friend don't make this tragic mistake yourself!!! CHRIST said today is the day of salvation. (no man is promised tomorrow)Get saved today!!! Get alone with GOD ask him to forgive your sins, tell him you except his sons free gift(eternal life) he paid for on the cross, and you want to serve him all the days of your life and he will give you the power to do it,by faith!!! Pray these things in the name of JESUS CHRIST, AND YOU WILL BE SAVED!!! GOD BLESS!!! P.S. Don't trust other gods!!