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Mosby

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29. Religion can be whatever people want it to be.

Reply to H2O Man (Reply #28)

Tue Jul 1, 2025, 03:06 PM

Jul 1

I think that's where the term "ala-carte religion" comes from.

"A la carte religion" refers to a practice where individuals selectively choose which religious beliefs, practices, or doctrines to accept, often rejecting or ignoring aspects that don't align with their personal preferences or worldview. It's like choosing items from a menu, taking what appeals and leaving the rest. This contrasts with a more traditional, holistic approach where individuals adhere to the entirety of a religious tradition's teachings and practices.

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According to Christian doctrine he's heading straight to heaven. Mosby Jul 1 #12

Matthew 7:21 says different jmowreader Jul 1 #19

Nope. Mosby Jul 1 #20

Atonement? czarjak Jul 1 #22

That's the being sorry part. Mosby Jul 1 #25

Preaching to the choir. czarjak Jul 1 #39

'Actually, the most traditional teaching of Christianity regarding death/eternal life . . . markpkessinger Jul 1 #24

Could be, I'm hardly an expert on Christianity Mosby Jul 1 #27

For someone who is admittedly not an expert . . . markpkessinger Jul 1 #35

I know enough Mosby Jul 1 #40

According to some. H2O Man Jul 1 #28

Religion can be whatever people want it to be. Mosby Jul 1 #29

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Absolutely! H2O Man Jul 1 #38

There are two basic levels. H2O Man Jul 1 #37

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