In a way I agree that it would the optimally best option for the child if he/she could grow in "normal" home with loving mother and father who are married. However do we feel this because it is really the best option for the child or is it because of cultural norm that guides our flow of thought...
I do not see any reason to use words when you pray to God, especially not aloud, but to each on their own. I would prefer silent prayer over verbal one myself.
Words are vessels of our heart and soul that we use to reach others. Be it a deity or other person. Sometimes we are without words and...
There seems to be some discussion here already, but I just chip in my own view of it.
I used to think homosexuality is disgusting, unnatural and that it is mental disease. This way of thinking was because of the enviroment not being very friendly towards homosexuality and I was very young...
Since I have been pondering legitimacy of my own faith towards Christianity, it has raised questions that I wish to be answered someday. Hopefully before end of this school year when I finally will have time to read Bible.
Some moral stances that I find questionable and that have been presented...
Never understood why it should make you feel quilty even if you are Christian. I remember once asking the question while I was in confirmation camp from our youth counselor(I think not sure about the english word). Well anyway the person in charge of the camp. We could all ask anonymously...
I have never felt there being paradox with taking evolution as truth and being religious at the same time. Evolution is what schools teach here and those who believe in creatonism are very little minority to my knowledge. I think even church here has officially accepted evolution as natural...
I try not to, but many people seem to have lot of knowledge about many subjects here so I feel that there isn't much I can contribute. Then again maybe I am not giving myself enough credit. I suppouse I can always give my insight on things and people can correct me if I fall short. :)
I am 17 myself, though I turn 18 next month. Feeling slightly intimidated by all the older people and their superior experience of life compared to mine. :P
Hello everyone! Just thought I would take the chance to introduce myself properly now that I have joined this place. I am 17 year old boy, high school student from Finland with high interest towards religion and philosophy. I am planning to go study theology after I graduate from high school...