Posted: 7/29/2014 5:14:04 AM EDT
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because human beings are weak by nature so therefore we feel the need for some omnipotent external force by which we can put all expectations on and never be proved wrong. Quoted:
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So why do we need God and for what purpose in our lives? because human beings are weak by nature so therefore we feel the need for some omnipotent external force by which we can put all expectations on and never be proved wrong. What expectations would that be? |
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When some one says "we" and "us", that means they put themselves in that group. So what are you doing here in this religion forum if you don't need God? What is your purpose in this forum? Quoted:
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Some of us don't need God; and we set our own purpose in life. When some one says "we" and "us", that means they put themselves in that group. So what are you doing here in this religion forum if you don't need God? What is your purpose in this forum? Two purposes, actually: 1. Enjoyment of intellectually stimulating discussion. 2. A quest for Truth. (Although I think it's rather unlikely the Christian God exists, I can't rule out the possibility that he does.  )
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Quoted: You don't. he gave you that choice. You may not like what happens in your life, and what happens after it. But he promised you free will. TXL Quoted: Quoted: So why do we need God and for what purpose in our lives? You don't. he gave you that choice. You may not like what happens in your life, and what happens after it. But he promised you free will. TXL Not free will, but true will. Not everyone has been given all the information to make proper assessments or decisions... |
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Not free will, but true will. Not everyone has been given all the information to make proper assessments or decisions... Quoted:
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So why do we need God and for what purpose in our lives? You don't. he gave you that choice. You may not like what happens in your life, and what happens after it. But he promised you free will. TXL Not free will, but true will. Not everyone has been given all the information to make proper assessments or decisions... That's why Jesus gave us the great commission! |