Is the Bible a good judge of morality?

[religion]

I dont believe the Bible is a good judge of morality. Christians cant answer the above questions so they ignore them.

[Ocean One]

No, it is not.

[Walnut]

Ocean One wrote:

No, it is not.

I agree, the Bible is a book and can not judge anything. The Bible does have some very good lessons/rules that people spout but seldom follow.They seem to think these are for everyone else.

[its called]

Walnut wrote:

<quoted text> I agree, the Bible is a book and can not judge anything. The Bible does have some very good lessons/rules that people spout but seldom follow.They seem to think these are for everyone else.

It is called the human condition.

I would refer to the bible more than to our government when pondering issues of morality.

Two thoughts:
Let the person without sin pick up the first stone.

The universe is unfolding the way it is suppose to,
that is according to a plan not made by man.

I bet the first thought is completely ignored.

[An excuse]

its called wrote:

<quoted text>
It is called the human condition.
I would refer to the bible more than to our government when pondering issues of morality.
Two thoughts:
Let the person without sin pick up the first stone.
The universe is unfolding the way it is suppose to,
that is according to a plan not made by man.
I bet the first thought is completely ignored.

People like you scare me by spouting things like "the universe is unfolding the way it is suppose to." That seems to me an excuse for not trying to change things for the better, and humans not taking responsibility for their actions.

[its called]

An excuse wrote:

<quoted text>
People like you scare me by spouting things like "the universe is unfolding the way it is suppose to." That seems to me an excuse for not trying to change things for the better, and humans not taking responsibility for their actions.

Well just how is the universe unfolding if not the way it is supposed to?

[Ocean One]

its called wrote:

<quoted text>
It is called the human condition.
I would refer to the bible more than to our government when pondering issues of morality.
Two thoughts:
Let the person without sin pick up the first stone.
The universe is unfolding the way it is suppose to,
that is according to a plan not made by man.
I bet the first thought is completely ignored.

Who said anything about government? Lets see, be nice to everyone. Well, that just about covers it.

[Ingersoll]

If a man would follow, today, the teachings of the Old Testament, he would be a criminal. If he would follow strictly the teachings of the New, he would be insane.
Robert Green Ingersoll

[Beverly Rogers]

These are awesome topics. I have found that alot of y questions are answered during BIble Study on Sunday evenings at Thayer First Assembly of God.

I can't understand the rationing behind Mr. Ingersolls statemnet about the New Testament....please explain. NOt judging honestly asking the reason behind your statement.

[uhh]

Is the bible not a guide to which one can follow in its teachings? It will not judge nor will it mislead anyone. It is the simplest guide to follow until it is muddied up at which point you should take heed not to enter the conflict. There are NO teachers of the bible that are without fault and no way should you just take their word for it. Read it for yourself. what you take from it will be ok and then from there you can only grow in knowledge as you understand what it says. Never let anyone push their beliefs on you, decide for yourself and you will be on the right path. Take your time there is no hurry to learn the whole bible over night. to do so would leave unanswerd questions you may have to prior teachings that you need to find the right answers to first so as to be able to understand the next. Basically what I am saying is it is better to understand the word of God on your own level and understanding than to be led down a path of uncertainty and confusion. Each will be judged.

[uhh]

God who wrote:

Who knows what the bible means? Everyone interprets it different. If you read it litteraly then every time you see a dead animal you should go home, not speak to anyone, and mourn. I think if you treat others the way you would want to be treated then you are doing a good job of living right.

SAD. maybe someone will find enough compassion for you to possibly pray for your speedy demise.

[uhh]

that was mean huh. All You Have posted is hearsay and that is not good for you. You have never read the bible and if you did is was not for understanding. Was that dead animal edible? was there any remains that would benifit someone in the community? Did you remove its carcus so not to cause an accident? So did you do anything? Guess not. Just kidding about the demise thing, wouldnt bother a christian tho,he's always ready to meet his maker.

[Ocean One]

God who wrote:

Who knows what the bible means? Everyone interprets it different. If you read it litteraly then every time you see a dead animal you should go home, not speak to anyone, and mourn. I think if you treat others the way you would want to be treated then you are doing a good job of living right.

Yes. Basically, be nice.

[wisdom]

The key to wisdom is this - constant and frequent questioning, for by doubting we are led to question and by questioning we arrive at the truth.
Peter Abelard

[Thayer Democrat]

wisdom wrote:

The key to wisdom is this - constant and frequent questioning, for by doubting we are led to question and by questioning we arrive at the truth.
Peter Abelard

I like his last words, "I Don't Know".