Christianity claims it represents the single path to salvation through "Christ." But it is neither "Christlike" or grounded and founded upon Yeshua. This is all we can say about Christianity with surety---what it is not. From that point Christianity is undefinable because it becomes whatever the Christian wants it to be depending on the era or even the moment. It accommodates everything and anything. And therein lies its success, and the downfall of truth. The perfect humanist new age mystery cult.
Christianity isn't a path. It is a personal relationship with God through Christ the Messiah who was for told to come to earth and restore our broken relationship with God because of our sin (disobedience to God's commands/commandments).
Christianity originated with God creating Adam and Eve and beginning a fellowship/relationship with them. Through Seth it continued through Abraham and on to Israel then the messiah came as prophesied and in Greek was called the Christ. Those who recognized him as the messiah that was for told repented of their sins and turned to put their faith in him (like one would in a parachute that they put on -ready to jump out of a plane) to save them from their sins, forgive them completely and give them a new life that is restored between them and God, one that through faith is eternal the moment they are saved by Jesus. That is the reason it is called Christainity because we have a new life through Christ the messiah. to be "In Christ" means Christian.
Christianity has been twisted by so many people since the apostles died, and they used the name Christianity for whatever purposes they wanted, and aligned the Christian name with their cause or beliefs. True Christians will not do that. Those who are truly saved wont do that.
Those who claim to be Christian and dint act like it either (1) made a mistake in what they said or did (because they aren't perfect, just forgiven...or (2) were a false converts and aren't Christians to begin with.
Yeshua is not a "what". He's a "who".
Yeshua is Jesus' name in Hebrew. He spoke Hebrew, not English. Therefore, His name is Yeshua. Jesus is just the Anglicized version of His name.
The word yeshiva means salvation.
I agree, what people are doing in the name of Christianity today is sad to say the least. But there is an organization that follows the bible truthfully and completely. visit WNW.watchtower.org to see for yourself.
Christianity IS Christlike.... though people who claim to be Christians do not often ACT Christlike. I made the mistake also for a long time to hate the religion based on the behavior of some of the followers. Christianity is to follow Christ and be like Him... you should never try to be what another human is... you be what YOU are in HIM and dint worry about how everyone else acts.
I'm sorry that you feel the way that way. Alot of people who believe in Christianity are not Christlike, you are right. But on the other side, a bunch of people are striving to be like Christ.
You, Sir know something that many don't - that is that Yeshua is the basis of our beliefs. Many people forget that Jesus (while He was here) was Jewish.
I can only speak for myself on this - I am not in a cult. I read the Bible in the translation that I choose, when I choose to, and I strive to be the best person that I can be - for my self.
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Christianity doesn't deviate from Yehweh, people do. Religion deviates from Christianity. You're right about it being an accommodation. For instance, if Christianity said no more personal cell phones from this day forward. You would see people leaving in droves. Go in peace.
This is not a question, but a statement based upon your personal beliefs. Christianity in its pure form is to be Christ like and we are to love the Lord with all our heart and our neighbor as ourselves. The thing is, Christians are human and we all sin. You can no more blame the religion for its people than you can blame Islam for the events of 9/11. I know that I am far from perfect, but it is a gradual process that will only be achieved after death or rapture, which ever comes first. But for now, I allow God to weed out the parts of my life that are not pleasing to Him. One at a time He removes them from me and I am better for it. Each time I discontinue a sinful behavior, I get one step closer to my goal of living like Christ did.
How many Atheist Mercy Hospitals have you ever seen? Does your local freethinkers group organize mission trips to poor neighborhoods? When's the last time you enjoyed a covered dish dinner with all of your agnostic friends?
My point is that Christianity, with all of its historical shortcomings, is still here. Name any other political or social phenomenon that can claim such longevity and popularity. Communism? Dead in the water. Satanism? Fringe interests. Elvis Presley? Already a non-entity on the radio.
I could go on. That's the thing about cults-- they only last as long as the oldest or most fervent believer. Christianity has had plenty of opportunities to die out from its own weight or imperfections, but it hasn't.
How would you like it if I took apart human secularism every chance I got? Christians don't have a stranglehold or monopoly on hypocrisy. You say Christianity tries to accommodate everything and anything, but doesn't your non-religious philosophy strive to do the same thing? You seek a nice, neat scientific bow on everything this world has to offer, from its creation to its ultimate demise. When you can't find one, suddenly it's Christianity's fault.
Christianity is just that, messed up because of man and his interpretation of what he thinks it should be. There are too many religions that have branched off and if you look at the history of most modern religion they are because someone didn't like a certain practice and such so they left and made a new church to fit their own needs. But.....I can admit that and accept that. Whatever makes a person happy, and also makes them a better person I'm all for. Don't blame the Gospel and how it has been interpreted by man. The Gift of the Atonement is for all, it is given freely from Christ to all who would partake of it. It's not my right nor anyone Else's to say it's not true because of a few bad apples. The gospel with man taken out is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. It will ultimately withstand the test of time. Man on the other hand may not, depending on what they've done with the knowledge that they have received and been given. I really just don't even worry about it. I just live my life trying to treat others with love and tolerance. That is what my GOD would want. The rest doesn't matter. Everyone is accountable for their own actions, and also for how they use the knowledge that they've been given.
it is broken up in many forms and one cant agree with the other.
they are not easy to forgive and quick to say your going to hell. not all are this way but many are
The truth in what you say is obvious by the difference/contrast between 'The Way' of Yeshua the Messiah and the mainline Christian denominations (Catholic, Protestant, non-denominational).
Men love the darkness rather than the Light. We are easily led astray; i.e. no match against Satan, for "on earth is not his equal," according to an old monk's hymn.
What is Christianity NOT !?!??!!?!?
