I was raised as a Protestant and didn't have a say in it. My parents did what they felt was the right thing to do and I respect them for that. Whether there is a God or not, I feel that the lessons I've learned have helped me through some difficult times in my life but it's ultimately up to me to choose my own path. If there truly is a "God" or some other entity or force that created the universe and mankind, I doubt very much they or it intended to babysit us after the fact. What happens around us today is of mankind's own doing and unfortunately, there are innocent people who are victims of the fallout.
pedro27: why do they have children when they know there country is in bits?
Usually because they have no access to birth control Ped. I cant imagine anything more horrible than getting knocked up and bringing a child into those circumstances. Sadly for many women its not a choice.
jada17: You - Irish, are good Catholics and I love your country. For me being Catholic has nothing much to do with institutions,history or nationality. Back to roots - it is a new idea and John Paul II established a new revival. Do what you want to and feel. Nobody forces you. I am a Catholic and I do not force anybody to agree or disagree with. My free will. I feel enriched in my life. Each one must find own way. God has nothing to do with suffering or joy. People themselves are responsible for both.
tell that to the millions of men, women and children dying of starvation every day. What choice or free will do they have.
pedro27: why do they have children when they know there country is in bits?
Because as Venus said, they don't have access to birth control, maybe they shouldn't bring children into a country where poverty is so prevalent but who are we to tell them they can or they can't, and to take away one of the very few actual choices they have.
stringman: you are right GOD did make the universe and us. yes he is pleased that we do good and help others. but if you do not believe in HIM and believe HE is your lord and saviour,all is lost.GOD says this is the way it is suppost to be that is the way it is suppost to be.lets face it man has turned away from GOD and gone his own way, not working out is it.IMP.
how do u know that???did u see him make the world???
Albertaghost: Do you really believe people are not able to attempt to change their circumstances? All men are and, some may fail, some may succeed but all may try.
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So glad you agree with yourself Pedro