[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by NotGolfer

What is a Christian? - AllAboutGOD.com
What is a Christian?
The Biblical Definition Since the Bible is the authority for the Christian faith, let's see what it says about the word “Christian.” The word is only used 3 times in the ...


Go to this link and it gives the definition in a better way than I did or can.

Now that is a HUGE can of worms. A lot of wars have been fought over the question about "What is a Christian?" and the "proper" answer to it.

[JimJohnson]

Originally Posted by NotGolfer

What is a Christian? - AllAboutGOD.com
What is a Christian?
The Biblical Definition Since the Bible is the authority for the Christian faith, let's see what it says about the word “Christian.” The word is only used 3 times in the ...


Go to this link and it gives the definition in a better way than I did or can.

My understanding of what a Christian is: A person of faith in the one god of Abraham and clarified by Jesus Christ as stated in the New Testament. What a Christian is NOT is a person that would hyphenate their devotion to God in any way, EXAMPLE: Christian/Atheist, Christian/Humanist etc..

[My Post]

No one needs to interpret scripture for you. It's one of the saddest misconceptions I have found being a life long (sorta) Catholic.

[graciegirl]

I don't like it when people use the subject of religion to find reason to put others down, mock them, belittle them and show their fannies.

Some on this thread have done that, and others I KNOW to be examples of good sense, kindness, thoughtful dealings with others, patience and good works.

I am sort of a struggling Christian. I think it beats the hell out of other religions that kill those who don't join up. But then I am biased because I see a lot of Christians and Jews who I just love. Also love me some folks who are Hindu and Jain and are Atheist and Agnostic. I don't love mean people. I think some were just born that way. Maybe I am a Struggling Christian Geneticist who believes in God (with a capital G) most of the time and wish I had stronger faith.

[JimJohnson]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

I don't like it when people use the subject of religion to find reason to put others down, mock them, belittle them and show their fannies.

Some on this thread have done that, and others I KNOW to be examples of good sense, kindness, thoughtful dealings with others, patience and good works.

I am sort of a struggling Christian. I think it beats the hell out of other religions that kill those who don't join up. But then I am biased because I see a lot of Christians and Jews who I just love. Also love me some folks who are Hindu and Jain and are Atheist and Agnostic. I don't love mean people. I think some were just born that way. Maybe I am a Struggling Christian Geneticist who believes in God (with a capital G) most of the time and wish I had stronger faith.

At our age as retired people, I would say don’t dilly dally the short time left to find and make a heartfelt commitment to God. Remember, an acceptance of Jesus as your lord and savior is more than just saying, ok, I’ll take it. It must be real. Most of us being over 65 have very little time left. I will pray for you.

[Polar Bear]

Originally Posted by JimJohnson

I am sure I am right...

As are many others with varying opinions.

[JimJohnson]

Originally Posted by Polar Bear

As are many others with varying opinions.

Most truthful post on this entire thread.

Why does everything need a label?

[ColdNoMore]

Originally Posted by fw102807

Why does everything need a label?

Because it makes it easier for some folks, oftentimes those who use their religious book, to help identify...who to hate/denigrate?

[Challenger]

Individual faith is like a thumb print. No two people have exactly the same body of beliefs, "Christians included".

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by Challenger

Individual faith is like a thumb print. No two people have exactly the same body of beliefs, "Christians included".

That is very wise, Challenger.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by JimJohnson

At our age as retired people, I would say don’t dilly dally the short time left to find and make a heartfelt commitment to God. Remember, an acceptance of Jesus as your lord and savior is more than just saying, ok, I’ll take it. It must be real. Most of us being over 65 have very little time left. I will pray for you.

And you know this? Is GOD talking to you!

[Topspinmo]

I would say some Christian’s are the good gangs. As used as verb!

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by fw102807

Why does everything need a label?

I was thinking the same thing.

[Bucco]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

Because it makes it easier for some folks, oftentimes those who use their religious book, to help identify...who to hate/denigrate?

I am sure you are right and correct.

We label folks by their heritage, their religion, their dress, the color of their skin, even their status of income, their views of the world and make a general and almost always wrong decision on who they are.

"It's important to recognize that the people we label as "black," "white," "rich," poor," smart," and "simple," seem blacker, whiter, richer, poorer, smarter, and simpler merely because we've labeled them so. "

Why It's Dangerous to Label People | Psychology Today

Fear of these groups are then able to be used to unite for a common hate or cause.