What do you believe?

What do you believe in, whats your religion?

im muslim and im proud of it

I'm agnostic. I don't believe it's possible to know if there is a supreme being or not.

 
"Do you believe in the Bible?"

 
No!

In contrast to believing in the Bible, I believe:

1. That God is that Creative/Causative Force that exists before the beginning of the universe/time and continues to exist outside of the universe and time.

2. That "Force" created/caused the spiritual/soul entities to come into being.

3. The spiritual/soul entities continued the "Creation" with the "Big Bang". And, through evolution and possibly subtle manipulations, have caused the current state of affairs.

4. The spirits/souls choose to inhabit the various physical bodies that they have created in order to experience physical reality.

5. When bodies die the spirit/soul continues to exist and often times reincarnates into another body in order to continue its growth.

6. The purpose of it all is for the spirits/souls (entities) to gain knowledge and experience and to ultimately rejoin or evolve back into the Oneness of God.

 
The Bible is a book of history and guidance for peoples of certain times. The Old Testament was meant for the societies and peoples of ancient times. The New Testament was meant to change much of the Old Testament law and to guide the society and people of two thousand years ago.

The Bible worked during the time periods it was meant to cover. Its guidance protected the people and gave value and purpose to their lives.

The problem is that the Bible was meant for past eras and was successful therein. It, however, did not keep up with the times and technologies during the advancement of mankind.

There may still be some lessons that can be learned from studying the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. But, the lessons must be tempered with the knowledge that exists in the current time period.

Man and his technology has evolved considerably since Biblical times. The Bible has not evolved accordingly. It is therefore the province of man to interpret the whole Bible and attempt to allow its relevant parts to fit into the lifestyles of the current era.

As long as they do not infringe on the rights of others, men are free to follow the teachings of the Bible for themselves. Your rights and beliefs end where mine begin.

 
The Bible is a "crutch" which is necessary for some but not for all. It is a book written by men with the purpose of helping to guide other men through some of the pitfalls that life has to offer. It is also meant to give hope and purpose to those who may have no other way of finding same.

Just as with other fictional works, it is not meant to be taken literally but parabolically. Parts of its historical accounts may be factual while other parts are symbolic. And, yet other parts are simply devices wherein to protect the health and well-being of people of that era.

It takes many religions to give guidance to those who are in need of direction. Some use the Bible as their basis while others use other Books. They all serve a needed purpose. They all benefit the society of man.

Just because the Bible (or some other Book) is right for you does not mean or make it right for everyone else. The human race is a diverse species. It has many different cultures and Beliefs. Grant to each their right to choose that which fits them.

I dont have a religion but im happy for others who do.

I believe religion is a crutch for people who don't want to face the fact that we are born, most of us live a screwed up meaningless life then we die. I'm not trying to start a religion fight with anyone so don't bother sending ridiculus msgs. plain and simple, it's what I believe

mine is the same as mh2m..im a muslim too.

im an athiest
but I believe in love and peace

im a catholic..its nice to have a religion..its like a guide,refuge..

as long as you do right thing its ok..but its still better to have one...yeah.foxxy's right..love and peace matters most..

Christian - Jesus paid the price for all of us on the cross - what I know to be true: God being pure cannot even look upon sin - man, even in his very best state is a sinner - on judgement day, either: your sins are covered by the blood-shed sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross (salvation and only salvation - being a nice person isn't good enough - even at our very best, we are but filthy rags), and remembered no more or they are not (your sins are not covered) - where God's great love comes into play is, He provided a WAY (Jesus) for us not to perish and live in Heaven with Him (He certainly didn't have to do this but did because He loved us so) - if you read carefully John 3:16, this is exactly what it says - each person will either accept or reject, you must decide for yourself and yes, it's so important, it has eternal consequences - He Loves you and wants you to accept God's free gift to man - Jesus...Hope this helps !!

umm I honestly dont have a set religion but I like to believe that once you die, you are born again with a clean slate. =] thats what I belive in

I'm a Christian.

Right now I believe I'm going to be late for work.

Catholic and loving it =]

I believe this life is all there is.

christian humanist. meaning my beliefs are loosely based on the christian religion (I was baptised lutherin) but I have extremely liberal views when it comes to things like abortion, homosexuality, assisted suicide, etc.

I believe in myself and my ability to use my intelligence, work ethic and respect for the earth to live my life in the most productive, respectful manner that is possible.
I was raised jewish but no longer attend temple.

I have no religion. I believe in the scientific method and the laws of nature. I also believe in answering each question from a fresh perspective each day instead of cutting and pasting the same answer every time a question is asked. How can we learn from some of you when you never say anything new?

I beleive in myself and my abilities.

so far, the closest thing I have found is unitarian universalist...

I believe in the God of the bible, and that he sent his son, Jesus Christ into this world to redeem anyone that desires his forgiveness and deliverance. I believe that God created Adam and Eve, and placed them in a protected place, called the Garden of Eden, that he fellowshipped with them, daily, in spirit.

That he gave only one command, and they refused to even obey that one thing that he asked.

So, as a result of their disobedience, sin entered into that perfect world, and they were cast out. The gate was locked and they were forced to make it on their own.

God gave them a conscience, to help them to know right from wrong, and to help them to find their way back to him.

Ever since, the human race has lived in a fallen condition, being born into sin. Not that I believe that a baby is sinful... I believe that they are without sin, until they understand right from wrong. Then they are accountable.

God designed a plan of redemption for man, it is working itself out, day by day, on planet earth.

He gave his word, as a guide, for us to live by, he sent his spirit, to draw us back to him.

He is looking for a people that will be obedient to his will.

That will follow his word, and his spirit.

That will love one another, and others as well.

That will fellowship with him, their creator.

That will be his witness on this earth.

That will allow his spirit to dwell within.

That will learn to be led by his spirit.

These people are bought with a price... the price of his dear son.

They receive the gift of salvation, that he offers, and learn how to walk in it.

They are his hands and feet on this earth.

You know them thru his spirit.

What they do, becomes evident, in their day to day walk.

His will, becomes their will.

His way, becomes their way.

He lives thru them.

Christ in us, the hope of Glory.