Chuck, et al:

Yes, Jesus created the laws of physics and created the universe. I can hear it
now, Creation vs Intellegent Design vs Evolution. 3 seperate ideas.. That is a
Off Topic and Off List question.

How can you say Hinduism is a peaceful monotheistic religion? One of the major
goddess is Shiva. Or what about Krishnia? They have hundreds of gods and
goddess. In may parts of India, it is illegal to convert from Hinduism to
another religion, often punished by torture and/or death. The Caste system and
the Law of Karma is one of the major discriminators in the world.

The trinity is 1 God in three persons. As a Baptist, we do not diefy Mary the
mother of Jesus nor worship the "Saints". The God of Abraham in the OT is the
same God of the NT. God the father, God the Son (Jesus) and the Holy Spirit is
one God in 3 essences. Sort of like a man being a husband, father and brother
- three distinct roles, but one person. Angels are created beings, not to be
worshipped or diefied as a God. May I suggest you read some of the historic
creeds and confessions of faith, such as the Apostle Creed, Nicine Creed, The
London Confession, and the Southern Baptist Statement of faith? This will help
you better understand the main doctrines of Christianity verses some of the
strange teachings seen on Trinity.

On the political side, when people ask or talk politics to me, I tell them that
the Bible tells us to pray for the kings over us. Since USA does not have a
king, the principle to be applied is pray for our Government leaders, starting
with our local leaders, and pray for Kerry and Bush, or Bush and Kerry. The
Bible also tells us to be good citizens, so please go vote. As you can see, I
endorse no candiate or party. Even though position papers and voter guides (if
they do not endorse any person or party) are legal to give out, I will not,
because politics is too sensitive.

If asked a question, say for example, What does the Bible say about abortion,
or any other issue, I will show what the Bible says. Basically, I say, read
the Bible, read pro and con arguements and then make up your mind.

Christians should not be brain dead robots, but people with critical thinking
skills. Of course, a Christian worldview should be based around the Bible. Yes.
I have 2 degrees, and have studied most ot the world religions, science,
philosophy and "humanism". I made my decision.

On money. If, I was after money, I would have stayed a mid-level computer
programmer making 4 times my pastor salary. Would you be interested in
donating a Raibeam to a poor preacher?? :-) But then I would need a tower and a
rotor and approval from the Historical Commission...:-)

I did not know Trinity Broadcasting was being audited. I have heard about the
sex scandal - One of the founders tried to bribe somebody not to talk of
homosexual affair. Trinity is not on the local cable system, and I have strong
concerns about them. Thanks for the info. In the past, I have watched Trinity
mainly to see what strange clothes would be worn, and what outlandish
statements made. Sure was fun, but sad -- thinking about the people being
duped by them.

It is evident that you are well versed in the many world religions. May I
suggest you read the series of books by Lee Strobel? They all start out "The
Case for ..." Lee was a news reporter and atheist and has written several books
detailing his experiences. Have you read Josh Mcdowells books on Evidences for
Christianity? The Caner (Canar, sp?) brothers have some excellent books
detailing how they grew up as Muslims and then converted to Christianity.

I'm confused by the statement that Juduism is not monothiestic. The Shema
(Deuteronomy 6:4-9) clearly states that. Can you explain that?

It has been fun talking with you. It is past midnight. Time to go QRT.

Randy