Religion in the World: A Contemporary Reflection

[JackVk]

Look, buddy, every religion has idiots. Don’t let a few bad apples ruin the barrel.

 

[Luke65]

I did not see a single example, and there are many, that is not condemned by Catholic teaching. But alas, man rebels against his Creator - and then has the audacity to point the finger at God!

“All day long I have held out my hands to an obstinate people, who walk in ways not good, pursuing their own imaginations… who say, ‘Keep away; don’t come near me, for I am too sacred for you!’ Such people are smoke in my nostrils, a fire that keeps burning all day.” (Isaiah 65 2-5)

 

[lemondiesel]

Look, buddy, every religion has idiots. Don’t let a few bad apples ruin the barrel.

Look, buddy, I completely understand the purpose of religion. I am a huge believer that we need religion in society for benefiting the human race. These “bad apples” do not change my view point, it just shows there are people who take their beliefs to a level beyond. Bringing the attention to other individuals of these “bad apples” can help eliminate them, therefore allowing religion to flourish.

We have to agree that there are a numerous amount of atheist that use events like this to justify their claims against religion. If these “bad apples” are no longer, then where do the atheist put a large majority of there emphasis on?

I did not see a single example, and there are many, that is not condemned by Catholic teaching. But alas, man rebels against his Creator - and then has the audacity to point the finger at God!

Very true, but this thread is not about pointing the finger at God. It is pointing the finger at religion, which is taught by individuals like you and me.

 

[Luke65]

Very true, but this thread is not about pointing the finger at God. It is pointing the finger at religion, which is taught by individuals like you and me.

It is God Himself who gave man religion. So, whether you believe that or not, you are in fact pointing the finger at God. You entitled this thread: “Religion in the World: A Contemporary Reflection” - and all you see is evil? That was all I saw from you, but I’m glad to see you have just corrected that impression.

But the bottom line here is that religion is good, despite the evils that men have done in the name of God. But religion is, like many other things, a kind of Rorschach Test - it reveals what is in the hearts of men. A child of God will seek the true religion - and you are already here - and will see the good in it. And try to eliminate the bad from within their ranks - not snipe from outside the walls of the Kingdom of God.

If you really want to make the world a better place, then start with yourself. Repent for your sins. Humbly submit yourself to the authority that God has put over His people. Receive the Sacramental graces, and learn the ways of God, so that you will be fully equipped to do good works in the name of Jesus Christ, and be a light to the world. God bless.

 

[edwest2]

Look, buddy, I completely understand the purpose of religion. I am a huge believer that we need religion in society for benefiting the human race. These “bad apples” do not change my view point, it just shows there are people who take their beliefs to a level beyond. Bringing the attention to other individuals of these “bad apples” can help eliminate them, therefore allowing religion to flourish.

We have to agree that there are a numerous amount of atheist that use events like this to justify their claims against religion. If these “bad apples” are no longer, then where do the atheist put a large majority of there emphasis on?

Very true, but this thread is not about pointing the finger at God. It is pointing the finger at religion, which is taught by individuals like you and me.

What is your practical solution?

God bless,
Ed

 

[lemondiesel]

It is God Himself who gave man religion. So, whether you believe that or not, you are in fact pointing the finger at God. You entitled this thread: “Religion in the World: A Contemporary Reflection” - and all you see is evil? That was all I saw from you, but I’m glad to see you have just corrected that impression.

As I just posted, this is one of the biggest arguments atheist bring to the table. “Look at all the evils religions cause to innocent people.” Open your eyes, things like this happen. Stand up for your fellow man, stand up for the fundamental human right of life. Weed out the people that give religions these bad names.

I consider myself Christian sir, and stories like these upset me. Sorry that suffering doesn’t bother you.

If you really want to make the world a better place, then start with yourself. Repent for your sins. Humbly submit yourself to the authority that God has put over His people. Receive the Sacramental graces, and learn the ways of God, so that you will be fully equipped to do good works in the name of Jesus Christ, and be a light to the world. God bless.

You had me until here. You act as if I am atheist. Thanks though.

What is your practical solution?
God bless,
Ed

I have a paper if you wish to read. Lengthy though.

 

[reggieM]

Stand up for your fellow man, stand up for the fundamental human right of life. Weed out the people that give religions these bad names.

I can understand and accept that. But at the same time, justice has to go along with mercy and it’s very difficult to decide to weed people out of a religious community, even if they cause scandal of some kind. The Christian Faith is held to a higher standard, and that it to be expected. So, people should truly live up to that higher standard.