Christianity at the core isn't a relgion. Its a lifestyle and a relationship. Jesus says plainly, "no one can come to the Father but by the Son". Does Father and Son point to relgion or relationship? Following Christ is the same as having a close mentor or a older brother/sister. You can talk to them about anything, learn from them and be friends. Many argue religion but I won't. Just like a relationship(because it is) you may not agree but difference with Christ is He isn't wrong when we don't agree. As far as the muslim religion(its not based on relationship) goes aren't they perverting truth? Christians know that there is no other gospel but Christ, however the muslim religion is based upon an angel revelation to Mohammad to the "truth". In the Bible Galatians chapter 1:8 says "Let God's curse fall on anyone, including us or even an angel from heaven, who preaches a different kind of Good News than the one we preached to you." The muslim religion started from that angel speaking to Mohammad and the Mormon religion(perverted Christiany) came about from an angel speaking to John Smith. Christians know that there are many perversions of truth but also which stands solid. God says in His word in the last day(referring to after Christ was raised) that His Son will speak to us and all will know God. He also says however in Hosea 6:4 my people are being destroyed for lack of knowledge. Some even translate it as " my people are destroyed because they do not know me"( relationship). Choosing not to know or even inaccurate perspective of God is what destroyed and marred the credibilty of Christianity(doesnt discredit just not seen as credible).With all I've just wrote its hard to discredit the Bible knowing it's orgin historically and the popular religions of today. The religions came after for power, esteem, and human creativity with inspiration from demons.
Ill leave you with one thought 2 Peter 3:9 " the Lord isn't really being slow about His promise, as some people think. No, He is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone destroyed, but wants everyone to repent." He just wants a real relationship with you.
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Date: 2011-01-25 12:51 pm (UTC)Ill leave you with one thought 2 Peter 3:9 " the Lord isn't really being slow about His promise, as some people think. No, He is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone destroyed, but wants everyone to repent." He just wants a real relationship with you.