Question #11: Is the Gospel really it?

A quote I heard recently was "I believe that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is the cure to all sin and all human error. That's the only cure."

Others say that the bible is a good book with some good stuff, but that we are the ultimate answer to our own problems.

What do you think?

Question #10: Are women unhappy?

Recent studies now indicate, a remarkably larger percentage of women describe themselves as increasingly unhappy.

Some claim that this amounts to little, if anything, at all and can be ignored.

Others claim that this is because much of the feminist agenda is at odds with an instinct of a woman (think career versus mom in very simplistic terms).

Still others say it is because it is easier to objectify and take advantage of women due to things such as the sexual revolution.

What do you think?

Question #9: Is pornography harmful?

The traditional view is that pornography is both degrading to women and harmful to men and women in many facets of life including marriage, health, etc.

Some now say that a libertine view of sexuality is not only acceptable, but is healthy and should be part and parcel of the fabric of our lives. This includes viewing and creating pornography.

Is pornography bad for men/women/both, good for men/women/both or completely neutral?

What do you think?

Question #8: Are elevated arguments harmful to marriage?

I recently read the following:

Even happily married couples can have screaming matches-loud arguments don't necessarily harm a marriage.

Others maintain that while some couples may be able to survive a screaming match, the actual screaming match itself is intrinsically harmful.

What do you think?

Question #7: Is Tim Tebow Wrong?

There have been a couple of columns written denouncing Tim Tebow's open faith. One columnist put it this way:
Certainly, Tim Tebow must be applauded for the good he does working on his father's missions, but he should be seen, too, as one who promotes a form of belief that makes unwelcome judgments about everyone else's religion. Let's not forget the twinge that is felt by sports-loving Jewish kids and parents, for example, or by champions for interfaith cooperation, when adored sports figures like Tebow use their fame to push a Jesus-or-else message.

One counterpoint was phrased this way:
What is important to see is that [Tebow's critic] is advocating for a different worldview (a religion, if you want to call it that) that you can read more about in his piece. It’s the religion of "no one is right, so let’s stop talking and just get along".

The question is not, "Should Tim Tebow shut up?". But rather, on what basis should anyone speak about what they hold to be The Truth?


What do you think?

Question #6: Do Women Have a "Domestic" Instinct?

Domestic is defined as work associated with the home.

Some say that men and women are different by design. And by that, women naturally are want to take care of the home, children, etc.

Others say that while women may have an inclination for protection of children, their upbringing and environment are what generate the lion's share of domesticity.

What do you think?

Question #5: Do You Think The BCS Should Remain The Determinant For College Football Champion?

Pretty simple. Some say it's a great tradition while others say that the status of the free world is in jeopardy.

What do you think?

Question #4 Is the current economic downturn a great evil to overcome?

It has been stated that we should use any and all means to stimulate the American economy (we see this mentality play out with the multiple stimulus packages by the current and previous administrations).

Others say this is a necessary correction of the market and that, furthermore, it should lead to a great quake in the lives of Americans to shift their excessive ways.

What do you think?

Question #3: Can there be an atheistic construct of morality?

It has been said that without a God, without some higher being or purpose, men become simply atoms and rabbits.

Those who hold to no God say that a spirit of looking out for ones self will create a moralistic society.

What do you think?

Question #2: Do Muslims/Jews/Christians worship the same God?

Regarding Muslims, recently, I read:
That is what the phrase, translated, "Son of God" means to them. Can we find a better way to help them learn of Christ's true position? They already believe He is the "Word of God". Isn't the Word of God eternal; proceding from the Father? They believe Jesus was miraculously conceived in the Virgin Mary by the Spirit. Hmm. That sounds like a lot of truth and a good starting point.

The same idea conceptually was/can be applied to Jews.

Thoughts?

Question #1: Is God Sovereign?

Two views (there are more) that I have read recently:

“I believe God knows the end from the beginning and all history is going exactly where he knows and ultimately controls it. Somehow, I also believe that things happen in real-time to us and that we have the ability to make choices that affect others. I see this as a sovereignty-free will paradox similar to paradoxes in physics, such as problems that involve frames of reference.”

 

“I totally get the view that one can get comfort from a loved one dying and going to heaven at the hands of God, it’s when there loved one is not christian and one has to reconcile that it’s part of God’s perfect plan to have one of your kids or your father to spend eternity in hell.”

 

What about you?

Hello!

My intention with this blog is simply to gather thoughts and feedback from others. I would like to let civility rule the day. My thought is to posit a question here, perhaps with a thought of clarification (to get a good response), but I don’t think much comes from my including much (as it might appear more as bloviating than anything else). I would love to hear your answer to whatever the question might be. I’m not interested in how well you can insult others who disagree with you or hold a view that might conflict with yours. I hope I do get some answers, I’m truly interested in hearing them.

Brian