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Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Nobody: 9:09am On Jun 13, 2021
Most of us reading through this thread are probably Christians, muslims or of some other religion. This is so because 95% of us are raised by parents of same religion.

A christian couple raises christian children.

An Islamic couple raises Muslim children.

And so it is with all other religion.


What this could imply in my wildest thought would be that... there is never 1 religion thats above the other or one thats truest than the rest. This thing is passed from generation to generation ... people dont even have the option of choosing their religion as children... but are being groomed to stick with one religion and pass it on as well, to preserve and continue a religious circle, hoping there wont be a breakaway through subsequent families/generations.

If there was ever a religion that guarantees one the kingdom of God or paradise as some may call it then it can be said that the inability of a person to make paradise will be registered as an error on the part of a parent to their children.


Am I right or wrong?

I am here to learn...

Are u in that religion by choice or by influence?

What makes you think your religion and its teaching can prepare you for the kingdom of God?

Have you taken some time to define that religion, through their teachings or doctrines or beliefs?

Are u in that religion because thats all you've known since childhood through ur parents?

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Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by OnionBandit(f): 9:20am On Jun 13, 2021
Religion is not the choice of 99.9% of the people. We were born into it..

But as you practice it, something will always tell you whether or not you are on the right path ..that's if you practice with your brain

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Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Nobody: 9:31am On Jun 13, 2021
OnionBandit:
Religion is not the choice of 99.9% of the people. We were born into it..

But as you practice it, something will always tell you whether or not you are on the right path ..that's if you practice with your brain

dont forget that religion enters a persons brain cells and shape their thoughts through sets of beliefs and truth/false teachings.... this makes it hard for one to reason rationally... religion affects common sense sometimes

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Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Righteousness2(m): 10:04am On Jun 13, 2021
It does not Matter whether it was your choice or you were Influenced. What Really matters is for us to know and under the truth about our Existence and Eternity.

Religion will not save anyone. No one goes to Heaven because of religion .

The Access to Heaven for all of Humanity is to Come into a relationship with JESUS CHRIST
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by psychalade: 10:25am On Jun 13, 2021
How did you came into relationship with Jesus christ, is it not through religion? grin


Righteousness2:
It does not Matter whether it was your choice or you were Influenced. What Really matters is for us to know and under the truth about our Existence and Eternity.

Religion will not save anyone. No one goes to Heaven because of religion .

The Access to Heaven for all of Humanity is to Come into a relationship with JESUS CHRIST

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Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Dtruthspeaker: 10:28am On Jun 13, 2021
Every Adult grows up making a Choice. Even in the cases where he is compelled to follow a certain practice, he has still exercised his right to choose, which is, he has chosen to depart from that practice with the only restriction being that he can not implement his choice.
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Nobody: 10:29am On Jun 13, 2021
Righteousness2:
It does not Matter whether it was your choice or you were Influenced. What Really matters is for us to know and under the truth about our Existence and Eternity.

Religion will not save anyone. No one goes to Heaven because of religion .

The Access to Heaven for all of Humanity is to Come into a relationship with JESUS CHRIST
would you be a Christian if u were born in other religion?

You are a Christian because u've been wired like that since birth... A lot of persons may not be able to back up the choice of religion with a clear definition when being asked. "Why are u a Christian?"

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Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Nobody: 10:35am On Jun 13, 2021
Righteousness2:
It does not Matter whether it was your choice or you were Influenced. What Really matters is for us to know and under the truth about our Existence and Eternity.

Religion will not save anyone. No one goes to Heaven because of religion .

The Access to Heaven for all of Humanity is to Come into a relationship with JESUS CHRIST
Now u say "Jesus Christ" meaning every other religion who believes in anyone or anything else are disqualified as candidates of paradise... you are only re-echoing the subject of discuss...

Ur comment sounds like someone who is under religious influence rather than a personal clear conviction in your faith.
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Dtruthspeaker: 10:47am On Jun 13, 2021
BadRadio:

What this could imply in my wildest thought would be that... there is never 1 religion thats above the other or one thats truest than the rest.

By every standard of reasonability, the Practice of Christ Followership is Greater than rest Exactly as 2004 Toyota Camry is better than 1980 Camry.

BadRadio:

This thing is passed from generation to generation ... people dont even have the option of choosing their religion as children...

Children have limited rights and reasonably so, therefore they can not choose.

But children become adults and entering into greater Rights, therefore, they choose.

Brain washing, control and manipulation stops or is supposed to stop when a child becomes an Adult.

BadRadio:

If there was ever a religion that guarantees one the kingdom of God or paradise as some may call it then it can be said that the inability of a person to make paradise will be registered as an error on the part of a parent to their children.

Manipulation! For when it is time for liability, now the parent would say "are you not an adult? How is it my business?"

BadRadio:

What makes you think your religion and its teaching can prepare you for the kingdom of God?

Because by every good and sound reason, you can see it lead you in the Way ye ought to Go to enter into the Kingdom of God!

BadRadio:

Have you taken some time to define that religion, through their teachings or doctrines or beliefs?

If you are the one who defines your religion, then, you are your own "god" and are greater than the religion which you define.

Therefore, you would not have any need for it except you wish to play with it as you do your toys.

Whereas, you will be Fine if God defines you, which clearly means you have no control over it but it rather controls you, because you let it to, exactly as signs and symbols do.
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Nobody: 10:54am On Jun 13, 2021
Dtruthspeaker:


By every standard of reasonability, the Practice of Christ Followership is Greater than rest Exactly as 2004 Toyota Camry is better than 1980 Camry.



Children have limited rights and reasonably so, therefore they can not choose.

But children become adults and entering into greater Rights, therefore, they choose.

Brain washing, control and manipulation stops or is supposed to stop when a child becomes an Adult.



Manipulation! For when it is time for liability, now the parent would say "are you not an adult? How is it my business?"



Because by every good and sound reason, you can see it lead you in the Way ye ought to Go to enter into the Kingdom of God!



If you are the one who defines your religion, then, you are your own "god" and are greater than the religion which you define.

Therefore, you would not have any need for it except you wish to play with it as you do your toys.

Whereas, you will be Fine if God defines you, which clearly means you have no control over it but it rather controls you, because you let it to, exactly as signs and symbols do.
deep !
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Dtruthspeaker: 10:57am On Jun 13, 2021
OnionBandit:
Religion is not the choice of 99.9% of the people. We were born into it..

We are all born into things in this world and meeting certain things here, but nevertheless we have seen that as we grow, there are many things which are Lies, Wrong and then there is Truth, Standing A Lone and Firm.

OnionBandit:

But as you practice it, something will always tell you whether or not you are on the right path ..that's if you practice with your brain..

As you grow in knowledge and Rights, then you see the difference between all things!
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Righteousness2(m): 11:19am On Jun 13, 2021
BadRadio:
Now u say "Jesus Christ" meaning every other religion who believes in anyone or anything else are disqualified as candidates of paradise... you are only re-echoing the subject of discuss...

Ur comment sounds like someone who is under religious influence rather than a personal clear conviction in your faith.
When you Close your eyes in Death you will understand that all these Grammar, talks and arguments are irrelevant

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Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Nobody: 11:20am On Jun 13, 2021
Righteousness2:

When you Close your eyes in Death you will understand that all these Grammar, talks and arguments are irrelevant
that's is even debatable... grin
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by psychalade: 11:30am On Jun 13, 2021
When death closes your eyes also, you will realize your stubborn "I know it for certain" (as if you are Jesus P. A) stance has all been in vain! grin
Righteousness2:

When you Close your eyes in Death you will understand that all these Grammar, talks and arguments are irrelevant
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by MaxInDHouse(m): 12:16pm On Jun 13, 2021
The truth is all religionsts above 40 years old (apart from imbeciles) are practicing the religion of their choice!
So if you've ever had a disagreement with your parents on any issue and at the end concluded on what you chose (not what your parents suggested) then the religions you are practicing presently is your choice not your parents! smiley
Of course we are all influenced one way or another into doing certain things in life but when you are able to speak respectfully and convincingly with mild-temper on anything {1Peter 3:15} then there's no doubt you know exactly what you are doing and you are on the right path!
That is why most religionsts can't convince their audience without instilling fear and terror in the minds of whoever listens to them, while atheists and agnostics can't speak convincingly without sarcastically insulting their audience.
A true worshiper of God will only say things that will appeal to your instinct so that you're moved to comply with what he says! Act 26:26-28
May you have PEACE! smiley
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Nobody: 1:17pm On Jun 13, 2021
MaxInDHouse:
The truth is all religionsts above 40 years old (apart from imbeciles) are practicing the religion of their choice!
So if you've ever had a disagreement with your parents on any issue and at the end concluded on what you chose (not what your parents suggested) then the religions you are practicing presently is your choice not your parents! smiley
Of course we are all influenced one way or another into doing certain things in life but when you are able to speak respectfully and convincingly with mild-temper on anything {1Peter 3:15} then there's no doubt you know exactly what you are doing and you are on the right path!
That is why most religionsts can't convince their audience without instilling fear and terror in the minds of whoever listens to them, while atheists and agnostics can't speak convincingly without sarcastically insulting their audience.
A true worshiper of God will only say things that will appeal to your instinct so that you're moved to comply with what he says! Act 26:26-28
May you have PEACE! smiley
deep !
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Nobody: 1:20pm On Jun 13, 2021
MaxInDHouse:
The truth is all religionsts above 40 years old (apart from imbeciles) are practicing the religion of their choice!
So if you've ever had a disagreement with your parents on any issue and at the end concluded on what you chose (not what your parents suggested) then the religions you are practicing presently is your choice not your parents! smiley
Of course we are all influenced one way or another into doing certain things in life but when you are able to speak respectfully and convincingly with mild-temper on anything {1Peter 3:15} then there's no doubt you know exactly what you are doing and you are on the right path!
That is why most religionsts can't convince their audience without instilling fear and terror in the minds of whoever listens to them, while atheists and agnostics can't speak convincingly without sarcastically insulting their audience.
A true worshiper of God will only say things that will appeal to your instinct so that you're moved to comply with what he says! Act 26:26-28
May you have PEACE! smiley
but... how can u say that @ bolded...
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by MaxInDHouse(m): 2:01pm On Jun 13, 2021
"A fool at 40 is a fool forever" they say, it means people always hold fast to their own opinion once they're 40 years old.
So don't think anyone is practicing any religion that's not his or her own choice once they're no more under a guardian.



BadRadio:

but... how can u say that @ bolded...
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by Nobody: 2:17pm On Jun 13, 2021
MaxInDHouse:
"A fool at 40 is a fool forever" they say, it means people always hold fast to their own opinion once they're 40 years old.
So don't think anyone is practicing any religion that's not his or her own choice once they're no more under a guardian.



like seriously?
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by RiyadhGoddess(f): 4:37pm On Jun 13, 2021
My religion is by choice and influence from the Holy Spirit.

Oya patronize me, see signature below. Thank you.

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Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by MaxInDHouse(m): 5:29pm On Jun 13, 2021
BadRadio:
like seriously?

YES!
There is a difference between wisdom and foolishness.
People feel satisfied when doing what they think is best but it's only when they're proved wrong that they'll become sad and frustrated.
Atheists, Agnostics, Muslims, Buddhists, Traditionalists, Churchgoers (claiming Christians) and many more often think they're doing what benefits them until they are convinced that what they thought is of benefit is actually the same thing causing them grief.
Thinking someone influenced them is a lie, there's nobody that's not compelled by someone or something to make any move but the main question we ought to ask ourselves is:

Am i doing what will eventually bring me true and lasting bliss?
If i am allowed to continue what i'm doing now will i always find happiness in doing it?

If the answer to those two questions is negative then know that whether you claim to believe in God or not something is wrong with you! smiley
Re: Is Your Religion Your Choice Or An Influence From Generation To Generation? by MightySparrow: 6:57pm On Jun 13, 2021
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