Lies Lead to Loss of Life

[Elderman]

Such a viewpoint is common in today’s world. Scandals involving lies told by prominent politicians and other world leaders have rocked society. Influenced by this climate, many people have relaxed their commitment to telling the truth. In some domains lying has even become official policy. “I’m paid to lie. This seems to be the core of retail sales training everywhere, Many believe that there is no real harm in so-called little white lies. Is this true?

[jomifl]

Elderman, and your point is?

[Elderman]

“Who do you think you're fooling?”
No one, Millions worldwide are getting ready to enjoy the 2011 Christmas season. Perhaps you are among them. On the other hand, it may not be your custom to share in the religious aspects of this popular celebration. Either way, you are not likely to escape the influence of Christmas. It permeates the worlds of commerce and entertainment, even in non-Christian lands.

[jomifl]

Elderman, and your point is?

[naomi24]

Elderman, I'll ask again. If you don't believe you're fooling anyone, why do you post in two different names?

[RATTER15]

Naomi, well he has to appear to have someone else thinking the way he does.

[naomi24]

Ahhh, you could be right Ratter. I didn't think of that. Back to needing endorsement. :o)

[beso]

Godlife //Scientists know what happens, but they still can’t understand just how photosynthesis works//

Wrong. The chemistry of photosynthesis is very well understood. Indeed one particular step in the sequence is subject to considerable research because it is unbelievably inefficient.

[Elderman]

naomi-The Bible reveals the names of only two faithful angels, Michael and Gabriel. (Daniel 12:1; Luke 1:26) In providing these names, the Bible shows that angels are unique spirit persons. Why were not more names given? Likely the reason was to prevent people from elevating angels or man to a position of undue honor—something to which the angels themselves do not presume to aspire. Thus, when Jacob asked an angel to reveal his name, the angel refused. (Genesis 32:29) God’s faithful angels want us to honor God and call upon him, not them or man.

[mibn2cweus]

There you have it. They're angels . . . with aliases. Mystery solved.

[jomifl]

Well, I feel better for knowing that. I must admit that there are some bits of the bible that I don't quite understand, but this issue had been of concern to me for some time and was really getting in the way of my finding god's grace. As if.

[Elderman]

jomifl -“I must admit that there are some bits of the bible that I don't quite understand,”
Yes,It can be seen that the Scriptures refer to understanding obtainable by natural means. Yet any such “comprehension” of worldly ‘intellectual men’ becomes foolishness, in vain, when God’s purposes are not considered. (1Co 1:19, 20,)The Scriptures, therefore, primarily urge a superior understanding, one that is spiritual, having God as its foundation. No matter how much men may exploit the earth’s resources, exploring its depths and the depths of the seas or studying the skies, they can never by their own efforts find “the place of understanding” and wisdom that leads to successful life.

[vulcan]

// God’s faithful angels want us to honor God and call upon him, not them or man.//
So where does the fifth commandment fit in then ?

[naomi24]

So Elderman is an angel .... or is it Goodlife .... or do we have two angels gracing us with their presence ..... or perhaps someone with a split personality?

[jomifl]

'and lo the kind man throweth down a crumb and was consumed by vultures' John 5:12.11

[jomifl]

Elderman ..and 'god's purposes' are?

[jomifl]

I haven't counted the lies in the bible, but the body count is higher than 'the lord of the rings'

[Elderman]

Yes,You can convince yourself of being very smart and wise, while really knowing very little.

[vulcan]

you have certainly proved that Elderman.

[naomi24]

He's copying and pasting his own answers from other threads now. Desperate times call for desperate measures, I guess. :o)

[jomifl]

Elderman. As you should be aware, understanding matters more than knowledge, for as you have shown us many people know their holy books by heart but have an understanding of them that approaches zero.