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May-27-2005 14:58

Did you know that . . . . ? I am posting facts about religious people and saints. Why don't you? Share some. This could be a great discussion on popes, nuns, saints etc.

Aug-8-2005 03:34

I personally applaud anyone who uses religious beliefs to be a better person. And it doesn't matter what religion.

However, they should not knock on my door assuming I need conversion, if I need you I will come find you.

Blowing up subways, or provide food to the starving in exchange for their conversion. Are out of the question as well.

Personally I believe that the combined energy of many, can change the world. But only when it is constructively used in form of action. Singing in church and listening to sermons, is social pass time to me, and helps the individuals in question. Combining forces to help the homeless, is however practicing what you preach. I think truly amazing things could happen, if all world wide people world wide on a sunday morning/friday evening (or whatever appropriate day) would go out helping people.

Aug-8-2005 16:38

I agree with jstkdn that there needs to be action. I do enjoy church and gain a lot out of attending. But with out putting feet to the gospel I would´t consider that person a christian. Christianity is about the love of God no matter what else you believe and if you don´t help those around you then can you say you are really a christian?
I like the saying faith without works isn´t faith at all.