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Are Rapture And Other Similar Beliefs Mere Religious Myths? by paxonel(m): 5:24am On Sep 16, 2018
Do you believe in rapture or are you a muslim believing that there are 10 virgins waiting for you in paradise?
You are free to share the reasons of your belief, but this is my take on this:

RELIGION AND MYSTERIES
One of the chracteristics of religion is having the people who believe in the particular religion putting their hope on mysteries at the same time, ignoring or not seeing the earthly or physical realities or benefits which such believes have promised to bring to them, that they are already here on this earth.

For instance, rapture or end time are all mysteries associated with christian teachings. But many christians have hoped for rapture and end time to come in such a way that, they are careless of their current lives and trends. Infact, many have lost valuable goods waiting for that day to come. Now, that alone is a demerit.

But contrary to such believes of rapture and heaven in the mysteries, the bible made us to understand that christ has unlocked the keys of God's kingdom here on earth and has given it to as many that believes in him.
Right now, as may that believes in christ are living on this earth forever(dont be deceived by death).

Colossians 1:13 Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son:

What are the advantages of this?

We can live and enjoy our lives on this earth for free, yes for free, simple.

The misconception is that, a lot of christian thinks that God's kingdom or heaven is coming sometime in the nearest future but meanwhile, the bible is saying it is now.

WHAT ARE THE DISADVANTAGES OF BELIEVING IN MYSTERIES OR RAPTURE?
1. It will put you to perpertual fear and make you lose your self-estime unconsciously.
2. unconsciously, you will find yourself becoming a religious person going to church now and then.
3. You will find yourself being enslaved to people having similar beliefs (example your pastor or daddy GO)
4. You may find yourself being a mediocre, not putting all your mind to work hard and achieve something on this earth, because you are hoping on some resources in the mysteries.

Also, some muslims believe that when they attack infidels in this current physical life, there are 10 virgins waiting for them in the mystery when they die. That is another demerit of religion .

Atheism is religion on its own don't be deceived. weather you like it or not,the moment you believe in something you are already into religion, it comes from the mind.
Atheism teaches that God do not exist, nothing bad about that. But the moment you find yourself as an atheist attacking other peoples religion or beliefs without having a full knowledge of what their holy books teaches then you are fightíng mysteries, you will never make sense to yourself and trust me, you are not enjoying your life like that.

HOW TO ENJOY YOUR LIFE IRRESPECTIVE OF WHAT RELIGION YOU BELIEVE
1. Show respect to your belief and the beliefs of other people. Don't bash people! Rather teach them what you think is right if they care to listen
2. Educate yourself on the truth. If you are a christian have a full understanding of the bible.
3. Where you do not know, don't jump to argue or do beyond yourself ( like kiss daniel will sing peperimpe).
4. Be responsible to your spouse or family
5. Avoid anything sinful.
6. Have fun with friends, visit tourist attractions and have some alcohol( please drink responsibly)

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Re: Are Rapture And Other Similar Beliefs Mere Religious Myths? by Ekez(m): 6:19am On Sep 16, 2018
Yes because
Re: Are Rapture And Other Similar Beliefs Mere Religious Myths? by imhere: 6:50am On Sep 16, 2018
No, it is not just a myth but something real that will happened someday Mathew 24: 1-51
Re: Are Rapture And Other Similar Beliefs Mere Religious Myths? by kazyhm(m): 6:51am On Sep 16, 2018
Lol
I like the idea of religion..........it gets lazy people busy with confusion




.....and it make even a professor acts childishly stupid

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Re: Are Rapture And Other Similar Beliefs Mere Religious Myths? by hopefulLandlord: 7:21am On Sep 16, 2018
Yes they are religious myths

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Re: Are Rapture And Other Similar Beliefs Mere Religious Myths? by denisbid: 8:09am On Sep 16, 2018
imhere:
No, it is not just a myth but something real that will happened someday Mathew 24: 1-51
when will this someday come?

They have been saying this ever since the roman empire till now
Re: Are Rapture And Other Similar Beliefs Mere Religious Myths? by CAPSLOCKED: 9:59am On Sep 16, 2018

NO NO NO.. THEY'RE ALL REAL AND WILL HAPPEN VERY SOON.

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