Sherye Hanson

Reply to The Death of Christ and the Jews in Religion JoeUser Forums

Random thoughts. The Jews who watched Jesus die at the crucifixion, cried crucify him. Pilate complied with their wishes. Early Christians were opposed and persecuted by the Jews. That is what the Bible says. The Bible also says that Paul would give up his own salvation is he could so the Jews would be saved. There were many Jewish Christians all over the Roman world. Christians are told to love their enemies and pray for those

Reply to The poor and the losers in Current Events JoeUser Forums

The problem isn't the amount of money given to the poor, but the way it is given out. Instead of providing housing for the mentally ill, they are put in prison. Instead of providing drug treatment, drug abusers are put in prison. Instead of providing job training, people are given social security. For most of these programs, one is punished if he gets a job. If you look at the behavior of losers that is what they appear to be. But in some cases g

Reply to Bush Will Be Re-Elected. in Blogging JoeUser Forums

I'm afraid you are right.

Reply to Moments of Serenity in Misc JoeUser Forums

Beautiful writing. Serenity is a rare things in a busy world.

Reply to Personal Hang-ups in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

If you went to a psychiatrist, he or she would give you medication. You have a mild case of obsessive compulsive disorder. If it bothers you then you can get rid of it, otherwise, you can figure out strategies to deal with it.

Reply to Touched in Health & Medicine JoeUser Forums

I hope you have good news. I can imagine how afraid you must be.

Reply to Searching in Religion JoeUser Forums

Some people won't like the real you. Some people will. Pray that the Lord will send you a counselor who will help you deal with your fears. I have found counseling the only way to figure out who I am and to be the person God created me to be. Build your faith on what God has done and who God is. Don't build it on yourself and on others. Then it will stand even when your life crumbles. You are starting on the journey of faith. Just take one step

Reply to Homemaking is a "Real" Job in Home & Family JoeUser Forums

Homemaking is a real job--but it is only open to those who are married to a man or woman rich enough to support them. It has always had a stigma and still does. Unless you've actually done it yourself, you don't know how demanding and difficult it can be. It is often a thankless job also. You are fortunate that you had the choice and that you are doing something you love.

Reply to Gorgeous Night in Art JoeUser Forums

He did and you saw it. This is a beautiful picture.

Reply to The Faith vs. Science War in Blogging JoeUser Forums

He takes the bicameral brain to extremes. The problem with both evolution and creation is that they come from different sources. Creation comes from the inspired revelation of God. Evolution from the observations of people. The Bible was written to people with a completely different world view. The Bible was refuting the idea that there were many gods. The Bible doesn't use the words for sun, moon and stars, because all of those names are also names for gods, instead it uses the word for l

Reply to Where Does Evil Come From? in Philosophy JoeUser Forums

As far as the good ones--they might be evil also, they just appear to be good. Just like a braggart is concealing and insecure person, a hypocrite is hiding and evil person.

Reply to All Walks of Life in Misc JoeUser Forums

Trinitie, You are such a wonderful writer. Your description of the people in the room was beautiful. I feel the same way about meetings. I wish that church was the same way. Sherye

Reply to American Religious Opinion in Religion JoeUser Forums

I am surprised that a poll would generate so much discussion. I'm also surprised at the insults that have been written here. My opinion was that this site was superior to most--in that except for one person, we discussed our points of view rather than insulted other bloggers. Many of you may know that I am religious. Proving the existance of God is impossible because everyone has to agree on what constitutes proof. Most of us live according to what works best for us. Reason, sci

Reply to Do I Need To Pack Up And Leave Again? in Philosophy JoeUser Forums

We don't go to church just to learn, but we go to be equipped to serve. Can you do any service at church? Can you invite students from your school to your youth group? Would they be welcome? Would they learn about Christ? If you can take the focus away from your own needs, then maybe you can stay at your present church. If you don't think that your church would welcome school friends, then there is something wrong with it.

Reply to British or English? in Europe JoeUser Forums

I heard this argument while I was in England and thought it was hogwash then and still do. Parliament is dominated by the English and so even though the Welsh and Scottish can vote in Parliament, they still don't rule over England.

Reply to Review of The Butterfly Effect in Movies & TV & Books JoeUser Forums

I did see the movie and I really liked it. It was more intense than I realized it would be, but it lived up to its name. The premise reminded me a little of "The Mysterious Stranger" by Mark Twain.

Reply to Where Does Evil Come From? in Philosophy JoeUser Forums

Evil is something that is difficult to understand. I think behind much of the worst evil is fear. In order to protect themselves serial killers, etc. use control to deal with their fear.

Reply to Angry, Bitter, Single Parent in Personal Relationships JoeUser Forums

Not knowing more than you have told me, the father of your child may have had reason to fear financial responsibility. Men who pump gas don't earn much money. It is too bad for both your daughter and him that he doesn't take responsibility. On the other hand, my son's father disappeared before I knew I was pregnant and wasn't to be found. I married when my son was six and my husband adopted him and they are wonderful for each other. His natural fa

Reply to OTC Abortion Pill: I Was Mislead in Current Events JoeUser Forums

I agree with you one hundred percent. Abortion is such a polarized issue that both sides won't even get together to work on their common goal--unwanted pregnancies. Personally I think that the polarization leads to more abortions and out of wedlock births.

Reply to I Live For Little Moments Like This in Misc JoeUser Forums

It's amazing how little it takes to make things go well. It was good that you noticed it.

Reply to Sugar is like crack! in Diet JoeUser Forums

The first week of a low carb diet is very hard. But after that it is easy if you don't cheat. I found that salads were a treat after all of that protein. I also drink Italian water with gas and that tastes really good, too. You'll lose your weight fast, the trick will be to keep it off.

Reply to The lone soldier in Art JoeUser Forums

Wonderful poem. What war did you fight in?

Reply to My 50th post in Blogging JoeUser Forums

Dear Jepel, You write very well in English. Most of us make grammatical errors when we blog, because we don't try to do it perfectly. Thank you for considering me one of your favorites. I think I reply better than write my own articles. I like to read your stuff, too. Sherye

Reply to Why Men Are Happier Than Women(or at least why we should be) in Humor JoeUser Forums

36. If you want to lose weight, it comes off quickly. Does this mean that you are spoiled! Thanks, this is funny.

Reply to Another Plea for Health Care in Current Events JoeUser Forums

This issue is personal. I have a friend who is working part time at a low paying job. She cannot afford her medications, but without them she is unable to work. Since she is working she is not eligible for SSI (payments for the disabled which included medicaid.) I don't know the situation of her parents. But they are probably getting close to retirement age. They can help now, but what do they do when they retire? There are any others like her.