http://www.answerbag.com/profile/593285 New Answerbag answers from MrJosh Wed, 30 May 2012 02:39:52 -0700 Wed, 30 May 2012 02:39:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12213553 What will eventually replace religion?<br /><br />I like to look at it as Joseph Campbell did. Religions may play a social and psychological function, but when we interpret them as historical facts, they don't work properly. It is my hope that by utilizing the scientific method we will eventually be able to move past this mistake and religion... Sun, 27 May 2012 19:30:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12213553 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12210452 Being Agnostic is just an excuse to do as you please and thus sin. I take this agnostic thing as nonsense, you either believe or you don't.<br /><br />I don't think you know what the word "agnostic" means. You said in your question, "...you either believe or you don't." Agnosticism has nothing to do with belief, it is a question of knowledge. Sat, 26 May 2012 20:09:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12210452 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12178224 Are you a.... "There are over 270 religions in the world http://answers.ask.com (accessed May 14, 2012).<br /><br />Proud to be " None of the Above!" Wed, 16 May 2012 19:44:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12178224 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12130167 Is there any point in being an Atheist?<br /><br />FYI, "atheist" and "atheism" should not be capitalized. Tue, 01 May 2012 19:22:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12130167 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12128671 When a theist decides that conversion to atheism is better for them -does anything change about the person?<br /><br />How exactly does one "convert" to atheism? There is no belief system, dogma, or practices to learn and/or accept. A person can, hypothetically, not change at all, except they drop a single belief. Tue, 01 May 2012 11:25:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12128671 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12128662 Is there any point in being an Atheist?<br /><br />I think a better question would be why we have a word to describe a person who lacks such a belief. Tue, 01 May 2012 11:22:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12128662 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12128636 Do you think humans are at the top or bottom of the evolutionary scale...animal section? They supposedly have greater potential..do they?<br /><br />There is no scale. Every species alive today, with only a few possible exceptions, are at the top of their own respective scales. We have all had equal time and we have all proven to be the best for our own respective environments. Tue, 01 May 2012 11:14:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12128636 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12100884 Why am i losing my faith in god? I had a strong faith but now it is going away and i am realizing that god seems outrageous.<br /><br />Consider it a blessing; faith is not the virtue it is made out to be. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 21:06:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12100884 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12093850 Have you ever doubted Jesus Christ existed at all?<br /><br />I am quite confident that the biblical Jesus did not exist. Sat, 21 Apr 2012 22:04:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12093850 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12091721 "Change you can believe in" Does it sound sarcastic now?<br /><br />I'm not sure sarcastic is the right word, but I am a little disappointed that the changes are so watered down. Sat, 21 Apr 2012 11:04:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12091721 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080255 Is things like harry potter and vampires a slight against God?<br /><br />Only if your God has really thin skin. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:54:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080255 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080250 Are more enlightened societies becoming less religious while those where poverty and superstition reign remain more religious?<br /><br />That sounds about right. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:52:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080250 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080246 What was the forbidden fruit God told Adam and Eve NOT to eat?<br /><br />Knowledge of Morality Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:49:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080246 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080243 When would you take a leap of faith? Why?<br /><br />I hope I never have to. Faith is a dangerous concept that our world would be better without. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:47:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080243 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080232 Did you know that evolution is just a theory?<br /><br />No, you are wrong. Evolution is both a fact and a theory. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:41:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12080232 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12079948 Is Mitt Romney a "self made man"? Is there even such a thing anymore in this globalized automatized mechanized economy?<br /><br />I think you would be hard pressed to find a true "self made man." Everybody uses external support. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:41:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12079948 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12079792 Pro-choice, do you believe in eugenics?<br /><br />Do I believe in eugenics? I believe it is something that can happen, but i am not in favor of it. Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:52:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12079792 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12077250 Atheism is like a way station for anyone discouraged , grieving, exhausted, angry or disillusioned. Beyond the waystation, ...........?<br /><br />Disagree. Atheism is what happens when someone says, "nah, I don't believe that." It has nothing to do with discouragement, exhaustion, anger, etc. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:12:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12077250 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12077240 are immoral acts immoral because god says so or because they are innately immoral?<br /><br />That which we agree is immoral, is so because society has determined them to be, not because of any innate properties or divine decrees. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:09:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12077240 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12077236 Besides cults, such as Mormonism and Scientology, will there ever be truly new religions?<br /><br />Give is a few hundred years and some of what we call cults today may well be considered proper religions. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:07:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12077236 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12077227 Agree or disagree - Abortion is the greatest sin?<br /><br />Disagree. Sin depends on the existence of the divine to define it. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:04:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12077227 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073662 Is it considered rude and inflammatory to ask questions about atheism?<br /><br />In general, no. However, it is possible to ask rude, inflammatory questions about just about anything. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:14:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073662 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073635 What Accounts For The Diversity Of Languages?<br /><br />Human minds separate by distance and time. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:01:42 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073635 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073628 Are Deists theists or atheists?<br /><br />Since they don't believe in a personal, theistic God, they are atheists. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:57:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073628 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073622 Religious people and atheists: What are your thoughts on this short strip's depiction of a "atheist apocalypse"?<br /><br />Where do I sign up for that "apocalypse?" Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:53:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073622 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073592 Would it matter to you as a religious,atheist or agnostic person if your kids don't from your belief system?<br /><br />I'm not really sure how this applies to me, because I really don't have a belief system. However, it is my intention to teach my daughters HOW to think, not WHAT to think. From there, its up to them. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:34:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073592 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073047 Do you think atheist need more faith then Christians to believe that in this whole universe there is no God?<br /><br />No, it doesn't take any faith to admit that you don't know. There is much more value in admitting ignorance than simply declaring, "God did it!" Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:08:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073047 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073041 Is a "spiritual atheist" a contradiction in terms since atheists do not believe in spirits/ souls?<br /><br />I am an atheist who believes in the spiritual; it all depends on how you define "spiritual." There isn't really a black and white definition. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:06:56 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073041 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073037 Do atheists mind getting help from Satan in advancing their worldview and social agenda(s)?<br /><br />I'm kind of disappointed to see you trolling. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:04:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073037 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073033 Is a "religious atheist" a contradiction in terms?<br /><br />Not necessarily, there are atheistic Buddhist and I have heard of atheistic Jews. Also, one can always be speaking using poetic license. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:03:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073033 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073025 The roots of atheism is based on religion. Without religion, there wont be any atheists - Agree or disagree?<br /><br />False, without religion everyone would be an atheist. Non-belief is the default position. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:02:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073025 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073021 In the Atheist non-belief system, is believing in Astrology considered a "sin"?<br /><br />There is no such thing as an "Atheist non-belief system," or any sort of atheistic system for that matter. Believing in Astrology wouldn't be a sin since the idea of sin requires belief in the divine. However, I would imagine you would be hard pressed to find a modern atheist that believes in... Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:01:38 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073021 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073016 If God isn't real, then how come alcoholics get better when they do the 12 step program?<br /><br />For those that actually do get sober, it is because they did it themselves. God is a placebo. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:59:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073016 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073005 Atheists: If you don't want to accept a book supposedly written by "fallible man" as truth, then why don't you reject your textbooks too?<br /><br />The writers of textbooks don't claim to be omnipotent, therefore they needn't be rejected for an error. One of the strengths of the scientific method is that it is self-correcting, and other scientists are always able to check your work. Therefore, anything we know is up to being challenged and... Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:55:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12073005 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072992 Do you think Darwin was an atheist? http://youtu.be/yDdaStk5SEM<br /><br />I'm pretty sure he was a Christian. Wasn't he studying to be in the clergy? Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:52:32 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072992 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072985 What is the feeling when you are dead and when you are going to die?!<br /><br />When you are dead there is nothing. If we knew when we were going to die this would be a very different game. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:50:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072985 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072982 If you have a concealed carry permit (not sure which states allow this), do you feel odd carrying a weapon in public?<br /><br />I had a concealed carry permit in Washington State, not because I wanted to carry, but because it was their standard gun permit. I never actually exercised my right. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:49:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072982 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072971 Jehovah Witnesses do not believe in eternal punishment. What are their views on Rev 20:10? (scripture in description)<br /><br />I'm pretty sure the see the lake of fire as being symbolic. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:46:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072971 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072964 Atheists, how would you feel if I told you, because of your atheism, "You have my heartfelt sympathies" or "I feel deeply sad for you"?<br /><br />I would feel that you were trolling for a particular response. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:44:14 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072964 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072958 Is there a more hated name then Judas? You know anybody with that name?<br /><br />How about the name Satan? Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:42:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072958 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072953 why isn't astrology not considered a science<br /><br />In order for astrology to be considered a science it would have to make specific predictions that can be verified independently. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 15:41:22 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072953 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072260 What is wrong with feminist?<br /><br />Nothing so long as they don't go all anti-men. If they go too far they are no better then the misogynists they fight against. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 11:17:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12072260 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12071892 Common sense, lead to solid inferences, life only comes from life, intelligence from intelligence, what more "evidence" does one need?<br /><br />You are right, all of this is evidence that our world is being dreamed by Vishnu. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 09:41:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12071892 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12071879 Why would a person remain with a religious group when it is clear that what is taught is not in agreement with God's Word?<br /><br />Someone might stay with a religious group because leaving it would cause them to be ostracised from their family and every support group they have grown up to know. For instance, when my sister left the Jehovah's Witnesses, my parents wouldn't talk with her and neither would any of her friends.... Sun, 15 Apr 2012 09:35:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12071879 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12071874 Why is it that when humans die of old age they have used up a neglible percentage of their brain capacity, what does this infer?<br /><br />What are you talking about? Humans use their whole brains, although not necessarily at the same time. The "humans only use x% of their brains" thing is a myth, and is untrue. Therefore, the point you are trying to get others to draw is bunk. Sun, 15 Apr 2012 09:32:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12071874 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12071860 Why is it that only humans have a spiritual need and a sense that there is more than what the present life offers?<br /><br />How do you know your dog doesn't have spiritual needs? Sun, 15 Apr 2012 09:25:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12071860 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070717 What is the best way to instill Faith in kids?<br /><br />Please don't. Don't burden your kids with the baggage of your own broken thinking. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 21:53:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070717 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070687 If your Dr. has faith can you really believe in him?<br /><br />I don't want my doctor, my pharmacist, my kids teacher, my mechanic, my elected officials, or really anyone for that matter to make any decisions based on faith. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 21:44:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070687 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070680 Obama says "Legalization is not the answer". Whats your answer to the War on Drugs?<br /><br />Stop waging the war. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 21:41:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070680 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070614 Atheists, were you brought up in atheistic homes? Or did you experience some epiphany that brought you to atheism?<br /><br />I was raised in a Christian home, but had two problems early on with the religion. One is that there was no room for dissent. I naturally distrust anything that doesn't allow a competing opinion to be voiced. The second is that it didn't pass the sniff test. I think this original distrust kept me... Sat, 14 Apr 2012 21:04:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070614 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070605 Is not creation, plant and animal life, enough proof for a Creator?<br /><br />If there was a creator, he did a piss poor job. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 20:59:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070605 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070602 Why do we age, get inflicted with disease conditions and die, at what age is the peak bone density achieved?<br /><br />Genes only purpose in life is to reproduce themselves. In the case of human genes, they do that by building a person and using their body to pass on copies of themselves. Once that is done, there is no reason to keep the body alive, from the perspective of the genes. However, the body then goes... Sat, 14 Apr 2012 20:58:26 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12070602 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12069334 I've been toying with the idea of dropping cable for Netflix/Hulu/Amazon or similar services. What are the best services/devices to use?<br /><br />When we moved into an area that our cable provider didn't service, we dropped our service and haven't looked back. There are a few TV shows my wife watches online, and I don't miss it at all. My wife goes straight to the network (CBS, ABC, etc)websites to watch her shows. There are fewer... Sat, 14 Apr 2012 12:13:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12069334 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12069318 Guys:How do you feel after you have been in company of a beautiful woman?<br /><br />No different than I feel after being in the presence of a homely woman. Now, ask me how I feel after being in the company of a brilliant person and I will tell you that I glow. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 12:10:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12069318 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12068525 Today's computers are 10,000 times more powerful than those in 1969. So how come now we play "Angry Birds" and then we went to the moon?<br /><br />The real reason is that the US was afraid the USSR would beat them there and have the high ground in an attack. They beat the US into orbit and they were determined not to let the USSR beat them to the moon. We have the ability to go to Mars, in fact, we have sent unmanned probes farther, but we... Sat, 14 Apr 2012 06:10:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12068525 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066806 Why should you have to go to hell for being gay?<br /><br />You need to ask yourself why an omnipotent being would care who you love, especially after he made someone gay. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:05:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066806 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066799 Why do you have to change your last name when you marry.It's just a name,shouldn't make you more or less connected.<br /><br />You don't have to change your name when you get married, its just traditional in many cultures that the woman take the man's family name. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:59:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066799 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066790 Is there something about AnswerMug.com that makes it better than AB?<br /><br />I went and checked it out, not terribly exciting. Part of what I like about AB is the vast wealth of different opinions we have here. I understand that every similar site will have small membership at first, but as of now, AM doesn't meet my needs. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:54:37 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12066790 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12064495 Is the art of "cursive writing" going the way of the dinosaur? Haven't sighted it in years.<br /><br />It seems that way. I do a combination of printing and writing on the rare occasion that I have to pen something by hand. Really, other than signing one's name, what is the use? Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:28:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12064495 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12064487 Natural selection is bunk !! If it is true, .. then why do we still have ugly people ???<br /><br />You aren't talking about natural selection as a whole, you are talking about sexual selection. There is more to reproductive fitness than looks my friend. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:26:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12064487 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062207 Is the respect we give a reflection of the respect we expect or deserve?<br /><br />Sometimes, but not always. In my book, everyone starts with a baseline of respect. From there, you can gain or lose. That baseline is reflective of the respect everyone (including myself) deserves. However, I wouldn't say that I expect it; I've been disappointed too many times. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 07:25:50 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062207 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062179 Bartenders now card everybody, even 50year-olds. This didn't happen before. Are we being softened up for a more intrusive police state?<br /><br />No, as someone who works in retail and is involved with the selling of age restricted products, I can say that it is initiated by a fear of penalties. Well intentioned law makers pass laws that provide strict penalties for selling alcohol to minors. Not only are the establishments charged, but... Thu, 12 Apr 2012 07:16:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062179 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062165 Newt Gingrich says Fox news biased in the tank for the Republican establishment & Mitt Romney.What do you think of this statement?<br /><br />Someone needs to explain to Newt that Fox News is always "Fair and Balanced." lol Thu, 12 Apr 2012 07:12:27 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062165 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062150 What if Jesus and Muhammed both came back on matching horses in the sky? Wouldn't that be kind of awkward?<br /><br />If that were to happen it would seem to suggest Islam, wouldn't it? Thu, 12 Apr 2012 07:07:34 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062150 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062143 If Adam and Eve created the people that created us, shouldn't we all be related to each other on this Earth?<br /><br />We ARE all related to each other, in fact, we are related to every living thing on this planet. Thu, 12 Apr 2012 07:06:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12062143 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060331 Have you ever committed a sin?<br /><br />No. Sins require the divine to define them. If there is no divine, there are no sins. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:07:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060331 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060328 What is the reason behind God's silence?<br /><br />I'm putting my money on a lack of existence. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:05:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060328 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060229 Without quoting a dictionary or the Bible, what do YOU think is the difference between "spirit" and "soul"? Are they the same things?<br /><br />They are one and the same; they are what is created by the synergy of our large frontal cortices. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 14:21:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060229 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060209 What is your philosophy of music?Do you think music is just for entertainment?have you ever thought about it?or just listened what sounds<br /><br />The music I listen to depends on my mood and my activities. Sometimes I just want to hear something, and I go with dance mixes, some times I want to listen to something, so I go for something with quality song writing, and some times I just want to feel something so I go for something with moving... Wed, 11 Apr 2012 14:13:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060209 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060198 A world authority on narcissism, Dr. Sam Valknin, says Obama is not a typical narcissist ?<br /><br />Assuming you speak of Sam Vaknin I am interested to know your sources. According to my information, Dr. Vaknin, who has a doctorate in Philosophy, himself states that he is "not a mental health professional," and that "only a qualified mental health diagnostician can determine whether someone... Wed, 11 Apr 2012 14:10:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060198 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060094 Do you believe you need to be religious to have morals?<br /><br />No, in fact I suggest that one who gets their morals through their own mental effort is more moral than one who has their morals handed to them. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:38:39 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060094 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060085 How many people would believe we could win a war against extraterrestrials who came to earth? Surely they would have better technology?<br /><br />Judging by the difficulty of getting from one star to another, I would have to suggest that IF an alien race is able to get here, and IF they chose to be aggressive, there is a good chance that they would be able to own us. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:36:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060085 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060076 Would you pull down a church to build a hospital?<br /><br />In a heartbeat. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:34:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12060076 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12059853 Do you think being sociopathic might help one become rich? http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=how-wealth-reduces-compassion<br /><br />Without reading the article, I think it is entirely possible. One reason I HATE participating in our capitalistic economy is that I have empathy. Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:25:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12059853 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12059403 whats your most informative and trusted world news source? *Doesn't have to be television news...I couldn't find a better category.<br /><br />The Economist Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:46:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12059403 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057748 Whos your favorite harry potter character and why?<br /><br />Pigwidgeon! Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:20:36 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057748 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057634 Could the great variety of lifeforms on earth ALL have come about by chance, yet, intelligent man, cannot duplicate a unicellular lifeform?<br /><br />You are right that the great variety of life on Earth is very unlikely to have come about via chance. That is exactly what evolution says; I'm glad to hear that you have actually learned something about this great theory you are always bashing. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:44:01 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057634 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057629 Why do you rightly attribute a crude ancient arrow head to its maker yet you do not acknowledge the Maker of yourself?<br /><br />My makers are my parents, they live in Minnesota. I attribute a "crude ancient arrow head" to an ancient human because there is evidence that supports the existence of ancient humans. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:41:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057629 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057622 Do our vision, tastebuds, and brain point to a thoughtful loving Creator? Does an ancient artifact point to a human creator?<br /><br />Why does our vision only see in a tiny band of the electromagnetic spectrum? Why are our eyes built backwards? If there was a creator he created us with terribly defective eyes that are nearly blind. Regarding your second question, an artifact is defined as a human creation, so yes. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:39:12 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057622 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057609 Does time without intelligent input achieve anything worthwhile, then why not believe in an Uncaused Creator?<br /><br />Why not believe? I can't believe unless there is evidence. The rest of your question [statement?] is irrelevant. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:36:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057609 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057603 Why is it that life thrived best in conditions prior to the flood[as experiments prove], yet, Evolution could not compensate for the changes<br /><br />There was no global flood. However, if there was, evolution wouldn't have been a factor because it works on timescales longer than a rising flood. IF you knew anything about evolution you would understand that. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:34:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057603 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057590 How can you scientifically prove the theory of Canada?<br /><br />I suggest you try direct observation. Make sure you have it corroborated. Take a couple of friends, get in a car and drive due north, although you might have to veer a bit east, there is a big lake in the way. If you stay on the roads you will get to a little gatehouse where they ask you all... Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:30:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12057590 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12056721 Some people are only as brave as the loaded weapon they hold. Is being armed to kill the same as being brave?<br /><br />No, being armed is not the same as being brave. The weapon is just a tool; it might make one more brave or it might be a shield for a coward to hide behind. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:23:50 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12056721 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12055861 Why are religious morals considered better than non-religious morals?<br /><br />They aren't. In fact, I would argue that figure out their morals via their own brain sweat are more moral then those that accept those they were handed. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09:30:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12055861 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12055757 Ignore truth,keep repeating a lie and soon even you will believe it. Pretend long enough and you lose all touch with reality. Inevitable?<br /><br />I wouldn't say it is inevitable, but it is very likely to happen. Eventually, the human brain will allow hearsay to corroborate other hearsay, that is, unless there is a conscious attempt to utilize a skeptical approach to the world. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:56:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12055757 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12055751 There may be differences in the DNA of Cons and Libs...GOP and Dems! That explains everything, doesn't it? We're born that way,right?<br /><br />I wouldn't be surprised to find out that there can be conservative or liberal leanings in our genes, but I would need to see some research first. Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:54:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12055751 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054352 Why do JW's continue to have Easter if Jesus came in1914? 1 Cor 11:26 states "... proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes"<br /><br />What JWs celebrate Easter? Mon, 09 Apr 2012 21:12:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054352 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054350 Are Jehovah's Witnesses actually, Henotheists with a polytheistic view?<br /><br />I think you are confused about what JWs believe. They believe Jehovah is the almighty God and Jesus is his creation, not another god. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 21:11:23 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054350 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054339 In utopian societies where machines do all the work has anyone figured out how people get paid?<br /><br />In a utopia, there would be no money and no economy, at least as we see it. Each would take according to their need. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 21:06:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054339 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054334 Who are you happy you never had any children with? Why?<br /><br />My Ex-wife. It wasn't until I was out of that debacle that I realized I was in it. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 21:01:51 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054334 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054133 Do you feel that you understand God? Why or why not?<br /><br />Of which God do you speak? Mon, 09 Apr 2012 19:44:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12054133 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047704 Should pregnant women be allowed to drink alcohol?<br /><br />Pregnant women are allowed, so its sort of a moot point. I, however, don't think they should. While there is mixed research on how much damage one or two drinks will do to a fetus, it is very clear that different women have varying levels of enzymes that break down alcohol the chemical makeup of... Sat, 07 Apr 2012 22:15:19 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047704 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047649 How do you feel about people who have rejected the Bible after believing it for years?<br /><br />I would feel happy for them. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 21:43:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047649 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047634 one can reason with many criminals, except drugged ones. You agree?<br /><br />That depends on what drugs they are on... Sat, 07 Apr 2012 21:38:35 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047634 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047631 What should be the minimum amount of education that someone is required to have before he/she can become a police officer? Why?<br /><br />Police academy graduate. I feel that having a Bachelors with a strong foundation in liberal arts would make a better candidate, but at the very least they must be able to get through the academy. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 21:36:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047631 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047624 Can a relationship or marriage go well with it entirely based on companionship and no romance?<br /><br />Possible, yes; likely, no. In order for this two work, both individuals must be devoid of romantic interest. Otherwise one of the two will either stray or be permanently unfulfilled. Sat, 07 Apr 2012 21:34:24 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12047624 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046244 If a LIE was so convenient and comfortable would there be any point in trying to persuade them of the TRUTH ?<br /><br />I agree with Mr. Sagan: "For me, it is far better to grasp the Universe as it really is than to persist in delusion, however satisfying and reassuring." Sat, 07 Apr 2012 12:54:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046244 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046157 Is it Quakers who punish by shunning people? Do other groups do it too? Have you ever done that to anyone or had it done to you? Why?<br /><br />I was raised as a Jehovah's Witness, and although some of my JW friends here might disagree, they practice shunning. I believe the rule is no personal contact; if you have professional contact, that is OK. Depending on the circumstances, you might be allowed to offer encouragement. When my... Sat, 07 Apr 2012 12:26:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12046157 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12044014 as a child I was very devoted to Christ.I used to faste during lent,and good friday we cleaned house,fasted,went to church.How about you?<br /><br />When I was a child, I went to 5 church services per week and was very active in the church. My life literally revolved around the church. All it taught me was to distrust the church. I have since taught myself discipline and values. Fri, 06 Apr 2012 18:37:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12044014 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12043212 How much pain would it cause you to have an Atheist child or Atheist children? Why?<br /><br />None at all. In fact, I have two children that don't believe in any gods. One is 19 months and the other 3 days. I plan on helping them learn how to think, not filling their heads with what I want them to think. If they choose to follow a religion later, I will be a little disappointed, but I... Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:54:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/12043212