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no fixed rules for theoretical absolute minimum for things to believed for salvation

no fixed rules for theoretical absolute minimum for things to believed for salvation fundamentalist christians have a probelm. what's the absolute minimum that a new christian or nonlearned christian would have to believe to be saved? not speaking in terms of a christian who's tryihg to do the absolute minimum just to skae by or are proactively refusing a belief... but simply hristians who don't know better. i'd ask the fundamentalist "is it enough for them to say they believe that jesus existed?" and they'd say no as demons do that. i'd ask if it's enough that they believe he's God, and many would say not enough as demons rpobably do that. so, they say they start listing things that should be believed. but then, i point out that that list is dogmatic like a creed or church or something, something fundamenralists don't like to be, or at least is severlly limiting who can be saved giving that a list is by definition is exclusive of those who don't match every belief yet. so, they point out a blief like "savior". but, then i point out that many believe in savior but odn't really know what that means. if you explain atonement or eevn the idea, they have no idea what you're talking about... both new and unleared christians (there are many believe me, and are probably the rule rather than the exception) are clueless. some fundies will insist that the spefici notion of atonement savior must be believed (and say to hell with the good majority or great minority of christians who are wishy washy in their understanding), some will say any form of savior as long as a notion genereally is believed. but then i'll point out that the bible says "confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and that he rose from the dead and you'll be saved" and they'll acknowledge that "lord" is kind of vague for a new and unlearned christians, and so maybe they don't have to believe savior. so, then others will have to concede that it's simply not possible to have a dogmatic rule and perhaps that person doesn't have to believe "savior" yet... cause many new and unleare christiians don't really know what they're being saved from or anything else or know to say they have a "savior" but do say "lord" etc. at least... really the rule is that you must be good intentioned, and generally believe something about Jesus. unless you dn't care about new and unlearned christians. only God can really know. there's no way to be fundamentalist about the requirements that must be believed, speficially, for those situations. i'd concede though that if they reject a teaching, perhaps they could be damned, for the sake of argument only thought. (personally most of this is just fluff to me... i'm just trying to get dogmatics out of their rigid shell)
I figured out why Barack Obama is so Cool- he is HAWAIIAN!

First of all, I'm not just a random kid who debates about ponies and the unfairness of doing 12 page term papers. If it wasn't for the age posted on my profile, you probably wouldn't have even known I was still in high school. Next of all, even though I'm not 30, I know racial bias when I see it (I'm from AZ). But here is your quote, that, although not explicitly, but says that white parents are the only ones capable as raising such a success, as Obama is. "he lived with his WHITE grandparents, and went to a school where over 70% of the population is non white mixed race (hawaiian , japanese , Chinese, polynesian, etc)" Seriously? You don't think that's just a little questionable? You put "white" in all caps. You were also in the middle of explaining what makes Obama's hometown so great, so emphasizing his white grandparents was a little inappropriate. BUT, I misunderstood the second part of your paragraph. I thought you said "70% is non mixed," so I took that the wrong way. I probably shouldn't have made this personal, and I'm sorry. Hope that doesn't take away from the debate. But then you say this: "wait until YOU are in your 30s and 40s and then maybe you will have a clue what im talking about." I'm not sure what that is implying, but I don't want to misinterpret again, so I'll leave that one open. If Barack was raised in the hood of Oaktown, genetically, he would be the same person. He would have the same talents and gifts, but he probably would not have much drive or ambition. Again, genetics don't change with location or hometown. So, basically the only thing you've said is that since Hawaii is cool, everyone whom has ever lived there is cool. If you cannot see the problems with that logic, then you should reexamine your argument. Again, my bad for the whole racist thing. I sometimes take these debates too seriously, and I apologize.
I figured out why Barack Obama is so Cool- he is HAWAIIAN!

Oh and now we see your CHILDISH nature- so TYPICAL for the kids here on debate.org first of all you are so young , you dont even have a clue what your talking about next you sink down to your lowness " I know that racists, like you, claim that minorities can't raise good kids" Uhm - Where did I say that? once again, you are LOSING the debate on the FACTS , which you DONT KNOW , and then you have to INSULT me because you cant win the debate wait until YOU are in your 30s and 40s and then maybe you will have a clue what im talking about Having LIVED in Hawaii for 5 years , I know exactly what Im talking about Having TUTORED kids from where Barack went to school, I furthermore know what Im talking about and IF Barack WAS raised in the HOOD in OAKTOWN, he would likely NOT be the man that he is , but would be much more like a Sharpton or Jackson type democrat And , little boy, you can try and call me racist all you want- all my black friends would laugh in your face Once again, I know why Barack is so cool- he is HAWAIIAN IN NATURE HAWAII IS THE COOLEST PLACE and the ONLY PLACE OF ALOHA thats it - I have found the secret!
I figured out why Barack Obama is so Cool- he is HAWAIIAN!

The key word is personality. Just like I mentioned with world views, those change all the time, even when we stay in the same place. But, like I said, genetic characteristics, such as intelligence, athletic ability, and creativity, cannot be changed by moving. Mind you, all of those things can be honed or neglected, but that ability to be great in a particular area will always be there. Obama would be just as smart, friendly, and eloquent if he had grown up in Chicago, New York, or even Arizona. In other words, personality is much different than genetic disposition. Personalities are like opinions and can change rather quickly. Genetic traits live with you forever. The fact that you loved your hometown, and therefore are a "PHILLY BOY," is not the same thing as saying, "Moving to California made me so much more athletic, and articulate." Now to break down your specific arguments: I don't know for sure about his schooling, but it probably was a prestigious institution. However, schools do not make people smarter or more charismatic. Those things are born with you and they can't be taught or assimilated. Your next statement about race is completely irrelevant and, frankly, stupid. I know that racists, like you, claim that minorities can't raise good kids, but keep in mind that our arguments should be based on facts and logic. Your contention that only white families can be good parents is just blind ignorance. "thus his CORE personality is HAWAIIAN in nature that makes him * cool under pressure * nice and affable" How can you decide what personalities belong to which ethnicities? It is true that there are trends, which is where stereotypes come from, but to simply say something like, "That guy is good at math because he's Asian," has no merit, especially in a debate like this. The fact that Barack is from Hawaii does not make him automatically fit those stereotypes (even though I've never heard this one before). One's hometown doesn't not dictate what you say it does. Let me ask you this, do you think Barack would not be "cool" if he were born and raised in San Jose?
I figured out why Barack Obama is so Cool- he is HAWAIIAN!

Oh I completely disagree the CORE of ones adult personality is determined in ones teenage and high school years where one grows up is CRITICAL in determining personality for example, although I have spent my entire ADULT life in California, I am still at my core a PHILLY BOY , having grown up in suburban Philadelphia Thus, the reason why Barack is SO different and REFRESHING (although hopelessly liberal) is EXACTLY becuase (a) he grew up in Honolulu , in a nice period of time (the 1970s) and went to the BEST private school in the whole of the pacific (Punahou school) he lived with his WHITE grandparents, and went to a school where over 70% of the population is non white mixed race (hawaiian , japanese , Chinese, polynesian, etc) It is a VERY good school which the ELITE of the island send their kids thus his CORE personality is HAWAIIAN in nature that makes him * cool under pressure * nice and affable thus , that is why barack is so cool he is HAWAIIAN! ALOHA
I figured out why Barack Obama is so Cool- he is HAWAIIAN!

I can basically debunk your whole argument with one statement: The location of one's birthplace/hometown does not dictate whether someone is "cool under pressure, nice, and articulate." If he was born in Puerto Rico, he would not be much different. His world views might change, but his rhetoric skills and his affability were given to him during conception; it's genetic. His hometown has no factor in deciding genetic traits, such as those you mentioned.
I figured out why Barack Obama is so Cool- he is HAWAIIAN!

THis is why he is multicultural, cool under pressure, nice, and articulate! I figured it out he grew up in Hawaii and went to the best private school- Punahou in Honolulu anyone who has lived there long enough picks up ALOHA- and that is his secret I figured it out He is NO typical black Chicago pol - and he will beat the HILDEBEEST
Patriotism

"In saying american has lost its way you ARE saying that america is the bad guy, many americans are great people however there are few how would call you unpatriotic for your beliefs. The only way i would call you unpatriotic would be if you did not and would not defend freedom" America isn't the bad guy, it just needs to reconsider its priorities in politics. I am classifying those who would call me unpatriotic as those who voted Bush into office in 2004, having seen the effects of his beliefs and the Bush Doctrine. I know that me saying it is the majority of Americans is an assumption that is certainly not true, however, for the purpose of holding a three round debate, it simplifies the arguments. I would not defend freedom if that was interpreted as me being shipped off to Iraq to fight in the war. Side note: Although it is very radical, my personal position on war is to make a constitutional amendment to make a declaration of war a purely democratic process: 1. All able bodied Americans are allowed to vote on a declaration of war approved by Congress and the President, and then sent to the American people. 2. A declaration of war is valid if 50% of American approve of it. 3. In choosing who fights in the war, the following process is followed: a) The first round of troops to go to war are those who are in the military. b) The second round of troops to go to war are those who voted for the war. c) The third round of troops to go to war are those who did not vote. d) The fourth round of troops to go to war are those who voted against the war. The problem with war, in the modern era, is the military inexperience of our leaders. With the exception of John McCain, no Presidential candidate really knows the experience of war or military service. The majority of those dying in Iraq are impoverished, lower, or middle class Americans who joined the military because they desperately needed money. The Bush Administration and the American government is not sending its sons and daughters to fight in Iraq; they are sending blue collar America. I'm not asserting a radical or irrational position on America's foreign policy, but the wars that shaped America as it is today, World War I, World War II, the Civil War, and the Revolutionary War, the people who were legislating the war were the same people who were fighting the war. Thanks for the debate, The Colonel
Patriotism

"Sometimes patriotism is used as a tool but more often that not it is showing love for one's country. I would never call you unpatriotic for opposing a policy" I thank you for that. Sadly, many passionate Republicans accompany themselves with ignorance and spite. Being a Republican who is truly fair and balanced is the best type of Republican. "that's what patriotism is; its having the freedom to choose your side" Freedom of choice is having the freedom to choose one's side. Patriotism is marked by the judgment of one's society. Patriotism should be as you state it. Patriotism SHOULD be the manner in which one respects his or her own country, and unpatriotism should be treason. However, my dissent on the majority of America has left me marked unpatriotic. And I will consider myself unpatriotic until America has changed for the better. I do not love what America is doing, neither do I respect it nor support it. America should not discriminate, regardless on the basis of sex, race, or sexual preference. America should not infringe upon the liberties of its people. America should treat its enemies the way it wants its troops to be treated. America should lead as an example of the moral high ground, not the exact interpretation of morality in the words of Evangelical Christians. Sure, as an eighteen year old, I have much of my life to look forward to, much to learn, and am still maturing. However, unlike many others, I do pride myself in acknowledging when I do not know what I am talking about. Before I take an opinion, I examine both sides of the issue and decide which fits me best. Although I am fiscally conservative and against taxes, I feel that it is in the best interests of America to have higher taxes because of the external benefits involved. I am personally against gay marriage, but the government has no right to tell Americans when they can marry or not marry when there are many more important issues at hand. Essentially, empathy is the greatest tool that God gave to mankind. I am unpatriotic because I believe that America has lost its way.
Patriotism

I do not think America is the "bad guy" in the world. I support America's obligation to other countries as a global superpower because that is the price it must pay for the higher standard of living. Anti-American sentiment has been bred throughout our history. America has always had a prime enemy: Britain, the Confederacy, the Central Powers, the Nazis and the Axis Powers, Communism, and now Jihadism. I am against patriotism because it is, first and foremost, used today as a tool. I support America. I enjoy being an American. I appreciate the freedom and rights granted by the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. The problem exists when, as a liberal and an American who opposes war, my beliefs are declared "unpatriotic" and "immoral". I hold all of my political views in support of the America that I believe in; an America established on peace and fairness. Questioning a President should not only be allowed, but it should also be encouraged. Regardless of who is in power, whether I agree with their actions are not, I, unlike many other individuals, respect the right of others to share their opinion, so long as it is reasonable and not harmful to others, basically in line with the freedom of speech as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court ruling "you aren't allowed to yell fire in a crowded theater". The most modern interpretation of patriotic and unpatriotic has been skewed from what it should be. Patriotism is the devoted love and appreciation of one's country. When an individual does not believe in the actions or ideologies of his or her country, then he or she is "unpatriotic". Unpatriotic carries a negative connotation because of its association with treason and rebellion. That is your interpretation of the word "unpatriotic". I myself, am unpatriotic, however, merely because I do not appreciate what America has turned into under the Bush Administration. My interpretation of the Bush Doctrine is a policy of greed, selfishness, and carelessness. Whether my opinions are founded or not, they are how I feel in respect to my country. So long as I feel this way, I am not patriotic.
are pro athletes overpaid (i"m a beginner so please go easy)

people that are playing sports are risking their lives their bodies playing sports, they also only work as a sports player for 5-10 years on average and one blow to the right spot and you cant move for the rest of your life. In addition to risking their lives they support their community and stimulate the economy.(side note they also give significantly more money in ratio to their salaries than any other people.)
Soul exists, God Exists.. you may believe or not..it exists.. i can convince you.

Having a definition is important because it is the first step in a logical thought process. We need to know what we are talking about.I have attended spiritual guidance classes and I have heard the defintion of God given in the Bhagavad Gita(entity which contains 6 characteristics etc). You said that you can convince me, you are supposed to tell me what is written in these scriptures; that is the topic of the debate.You said,"God is not existing because universe needs a creator, it is vice versa." I do not understand your point, are you saying:1.Universe needs a creator because God is not existing. or2.Universe is not exisitng because god needs a creator.Apartment->Universe God->person analogyI am saying that the apartment has always existed in some form, it was not built.I pre-empted: Universe needs a creator in round two.You said,"more important is to associate with people who are surrendered to God and hear from them submissively." -Why? Lastly, you have not answered any questions.Read my first round with an open mind. Your are confused. The topic of the debate is: God exists, soul exists.. i can convince you. You can convince me by posting logical arguments in a step by step form.I assure you that I am keeping an open mind, I paid money to attend that spiritual guidance club.
Soul exists, God Exists.. you may believe or not..it exists.. i can convince you.

Answering your arguments one by one , First of all you said that you don't believe in God because you have not seen a good definition of God. it does not at all prove that God or Soul does not exist, just because you have not seen a definition of God/soul. There are people who have understood about the existence of God/ Soul. If you at all want definition of God please refer scriptures like Bhagavad gita or Srimad Bhagavatam, there's an elaborate description. God is not existing because universe needs a creator, it is vice versa. Universe is existing because God has created it with His potency. for ex: we cannot say that an owner exists because an apartment needs an owner. The owner as a person exists even before the apartment is built. when apartment is built, he becomes an owner. God does not need a creator because he is eternal, he is not controlled by time. We as conditioned living entities are bound by time and we think everything should be like me. when you speak of universe as an energy, don't you think energy should come from energetic? just like sunlight is an energy, but there must be a source, that is the sun. Similarly, universe is made of matter, there must be a conscious being who has created it. So if you want me to give proofs that God exists, There are scriptural evidences which are undefeatable. You can even understand logically by the order in universal arrangement. There is a step by step procedure for understanding existence of God. I cannot make you understand it in one statement. more important is to associate with people who are surrendered to God and hear from them submissively. for existence of soul: how does consciousness originate? what is the difference between a living person and a dead person, there must be a higher power governing these things. And from the scriptural evidences we find that it is the soul. i hope some of your arguments and questions are answered!
Soul exists, God Exists.. you may believe or not..it exists.. i can convince you.

I have not seen a good definition of God/soul. I have not seen an argument that decisively proves the existence of God.God is thought to exist because the universe needs a creator. This leads to the question- who created god? This leads to the answer- god does not need a creater, it has always existed. We can apply the same logic to the universe- the energy has always existed in some form. The only difference between this theory and mine is that I believe that the constant entity does not need to be intelligent. It results in differences in response to the existence of an absolute morality.You are claiming that God exists, hence the burden of proof lies with you.
I'm for Trump you be for Hillary

The president does indeed have the right to "nominate" a judge when he or she dies. article II of the constitution states that. The supreme court would be overturned and unbalanced. this would make the judicial system unbalanced and overall more liberal. No reforms for women or for gays will happen under Hillary's command because of her backing from Saudi Arabia. Neither Hillary nor Trump are free from the argument of debt. Neither could do a good job in those terms, Yet my points had nothing to do with national debt. Hillary would make america a more corrupt country. The clinton foundation. set up as a charity. owning nearly 2B dollars in the foundation. thats a lot of money for a charity. the foundation racks in 100M+ a year and the gross rate is growing. This would be alright it weren't for how much they are giving out from the charity. Only 15% of the amount that goes into the foundation goes out to the country. If this were a company then I would understand. But this is a charity. If not all then more than 15% should go out of it.
I'm for Trump you be for Hillary

Here are the main areas where Hillary would fail: Moral Judgment. Hillary believes abortion is good and that it is the right of the mother whether or not to murder a child. That is no one's right. No one has the right to murder. it is not a right that we are given as humans. Immigration. Hillary thinks that adding more people immigrants (illegal) will not tear the United States down but rather build it up. By giving immigrants a way to citizenship the U.S. has to make that many more jobs. Not an easy task. Not only this but accommodating for the illegal citizens who pay nothing into the society or school systems means that the American who does pay their taxes are in fact paying for the illegal immigrants hospital bill. Health care . The affordable healthcare act was passed during Obama's term as president. This act (while providing many with health care) is anything but affordable and puts some at a disadvantage. Hillary would fight to withhold this act. The supreme court. At this moment there are an even amount of republican judges and democratic judges. If Hillary is elected, the judges that are old will be replaced with democratic judges making the balance uneven and making america more liberal. The U.S. is ranked 44th in health care efficiency and one of the only things that they rank first in globally is incarceration. These statistics are from 2014-2016 which means that obama was in his presidency for it. Hillary, being in obama's party will carry on Obama's beliefs which means that nothing much will change and America will become more liberal. Its time for something new site: http://supreme-court-justices.insidegov.com... bloomberg.com i