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"ISTANBUL (Reuters) – What happens when you put a Muslim imam, a Christian priest, a rabbi and a Buddhist monk in a room with 10 atheists?

Turkish television station Kanal T hopes the answer is a ratings success as it prepares to launch a gameshow where spiritual guides from the four faiths will seek to convert a group of non-believers.

The prize for converts will be a pilgrimage to a holy site of their chosen religion -- Mecca for Muslims, the Vatican for Christians, Jerusalem for Jews and Tibet for Buddhists."

The article doesn't say what the atheists get for remaining unfaithful other than a life of reason, philosophical morality and a deeper appreciation of THIS life,

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Originally posted by Cookey:
The article doesn't say what the atheists get for remaining unfaithful

Probably a trip to California
Oh and don't forget the inevitable Bill Gray answer - ETERNITY IN HELL!!!!!!

I'm a bit disappointed to see Buddhists trying to gain converts.

If there was one religion that was willing to explain itself to someone, and rely upon the self-evident benefits of it for persuasion, it should be Buddhism. I reckon not.

It'll never make it here. American religions do not want themselves critically and honestly analyzed on prime time TV.

DF

What happens if the atheists convert the religious?

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Originally posted by LMM:
What happens if the atheists convert the religious?

Now that is a show I would watch!

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Originally posted by LMM:
What happens if the atheists convert the religious?

well, it's Turkey, capital of Islam. Beheading would be my guest, win or lose.

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Originally posted by Cookey: "ISTANBUL (Reuters) – What happens when you put a Muslim imam, a Christian priest, a rabbi and a Buddhist monk in a room with
10 atheists? Turkish television station Kanal T hopes the answer is a ratings success as it prepares to launch a gameshow where spiritual guides from the four faiths will seek to convert a group of non-believers.

The prize for converts will be a pilgrimage to a holy site of their chosen religion -- Mecca for Muslims, the Vatican for Christians, Jerusalem for Jews and Tibet for Buddhists." The article doesn't say what the atheists get for remaining unfaithful other than a life of reason, philosophical morality and a deeper appreciation of THIS life,

Hi Skeptik,

Obviously, no one noticed the glaring exclusion. There is no Protestant or Evangelical teacher among the group. And, it mentions "Mecca for Muslims, the Vatican for Christians, Jerusalem for Jews, and Tibet for Buddhists" -- but, what if they convert to Christianity and none of these World Religions? If you notice, all the major World Religions are there, including Atheism. All religions, but the relationship with Jesus Christ, Christianity, is not represented.

Would you like to know why? Because we Christian believers do not view salvation as a "game show." To us, our eternal souls are not "game show" material -- but, something to be taken very seriously. We leave the game show religion and buffoonery to our atheist Friends.

You folks do the Game Show Religion -- I will stick to God's version.

God bless, have a wonderful, blessed day,

Bill

It's pretty telling that you say a trip to the Vatican for Christians doesn't represent Protestants. You're Jesus Loves Me, But Hates You view of Christianity is just plain wrong, Bill.

Have a blissed day.

Hey, there's something to be said for an all-expenses-paid trip to the Vatican.

A kilometer in any direction finds one in the company of pretty Italian babes and cantinas with red wine and feta cheese.

La Dolce Vita, indeed.


DF

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Originally posted by CrustyMac:
It's pretty telling that you say a trip to the Vatican for Christians doesn't represent Protestants. You're Jesus Loves Me, But Hates You view of Christianity is just plain wrong, Bill.

Hi Crusty,

I do believe even our Roman Catholic Friends will agree that the Vatican is not a typical tourist stop for Protestants. Nothing against our Roman Catholic Friends; it is just that Protestants do not consider any earthly place to be the holy center of our faith. For that, we look straight up.

But, good try, Crusty. I bet you even try to get couples you know arguing with one another. Kind of a kick for you, right? Seeing what kind of argument you can stir up.

But, once again, I will say that we Protestants do not need "game show religion" as Skeptik and this article he presents is trying to imply.

By the way, Crusty, you really should visit a Christian church just one before you die. It would be a shame if the first time you visit a Christian church -- is when six guys are carrying you. Just a thought!

God bless, have a wonderful, blessed day,

Bill

The Vatican? Glorious. Beautiful. Full of reverential art. As well as St. Peter's, who walked with Christ. Maybe not the center of the protestant faith (there isn't really one) but at the very least a grand homage to Christianity.

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Originally posted by zippadeedoodah: The Vatican? Glorious. Beautiful. Full of reverential art. As well as St. Peter's, who walked with Christ. Maybe not the center of the protestant faith (there isn't really one) but at the very least a grand homage to Christianity.

Hi Zip,

Granted, a fortune was spent on beautiful buildings and art in the Vatican. But, we worship God; not art nor beautiful buildings.

And, as for Peter and Matthew who walked with our Lord -- James and Jude, His human brothers -- as well as Paul, with whom He met on the road to Damascus; well, the best testimonies they left for us are written in our Bible and can be read by all who desire to know the Lord more closely.

Is the Vatican a grand homage for Christians? No, it is just another large, very expensive cathedral -- like many around the world. And Roman Catholicism is not the only church to create such costly cathedrals. Take a look at the Crystal Cathedral in California; truly a monument to a man.

As you agreed; there is no central location, nor central building or facility, for the Protestant faith. Our faith is centered in one place, one Person -- Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. The church is the body of believers who call Him Lord; not a building nor a mini-city such as the Vatican.

And, you and I both know that the only reason for this little "world religion game show" in Turkey -- and the only reason Skeptik was attracted to it -- is their feeble attempt to degrade and defame true Christian faith. No true Christian would participate in this charade -- whether he be Protestant or Roman Catholic.

God bless, have a wonderful, blessed day,

Bill

“Thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church.”
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Why was Peter called “rock” (petros in Greek)?

Because he sank like a rock!

“And when the disciples saw him walking on he sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. But straightway Jesus spake unto them saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus. But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid: and beginning to sink, he cried, saying Lord, save me. And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?” Matthew 14:26-31.

Bill, I don't worship the place. It's cool to visit, especially if you like art. If you choose to visit, it's a few thousand bucks and a passport. If you don't, don't.

World religion game show? With all the reality TV crapola on the tube these days, you should've figured it would happen eventually. Wife Swap? Give me a break.

As far as cathedrals go? Men built them to honor God. The Crystal Cathedral? I've been to the Christmas pageant. It's great.

You may assume whatever you will about the motivations people may have for building these impressive edifices. Frankly, I'll take people at their word, or just enjoy them for the art. God can look into people's hearts; not you and certainly not me.

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Originally posted by DeepFat:
Hey, there's something to be said for an all-expenses-paid trip to the Vatican.

A kilometer in any direction finds one in the company of pretty Italian babes and cantinas with red wine and feta cheese.

La Dolce Vita, indeed.


DF

As the seat of Christianity, the historical aspects of the Vatican are immense. Then there is the artwork and architecture. The Sistine Chapel is a true Wonder of the World. You don't have to be Catholic or Christian to appreciate it.