05-29-2003, 05:19 AM
Quote:there are many christian sites out there, please visit them. it'll be a good start. i see some of you quoting the old testament, so i suppose you believe in them. if that's the case, then you can also see that the Father had been planning to send His Son for us. two Torah believing religions(christianity and judaism) believes that God planned to send a Messiah, i think it's only islam that doesn't hold that view.
i know it's hard to convert to a religion you've grown and defended all your life. i mean, i can't imagine myself being a hindu or such. but if you approach Christianity with an unbiased mind and heart(unlike the atheists), you'll see how much it makes sense.
like what whisper mentioned, you said that Jesus said "Allah Allah lama sabachthani." that's based on the new testament, so i assume you believe in it. Jesus mentioned too that "The Father and I are one." so it's easy for you to believe it too.[/quote:d7d752cf9c]
It's very nice that you are so eager about your religion. But I think before you go around telling a group of people that they are wrong, it might be benificial to know whom you are speaking with first. And be willing to listen to opposing opinions with consideration. I'm speaking generally, I am not accusing you of anything.
I tend to think of Judiasm, Christianity, (which seems forever changing :?), and Islam as something like a staircase. You start at the beginning and stop at the end. But how would you know that if you never read the end? You only know the first two 'Chapters.'
You might want to read the Quran (there are many good English translations) and reflect on it, before attempting to call their people to your faith.
Maybe the point you were trying to make about approaching religion with an open mind is actually good advice to yourself as well.
Just something to think about.