Understanding the differences between Christianity and religion 15 Articles

by Diana Howard

Shakespeare wrote, "What's in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet." This being true, we must remember that it is important to start with a rose, and not a weed. Christian is a name ...read more

by Penny Schultz

There is no more special happening than receiving the Lord Jesus into one's life. With Him comes the presence of the Holy Spirit who floods one's being with vibrant life and gentle peace. His presence makes reading and und...read more

by Bob Faulkner

Ask any North Korean the difference between being religious and loving Jesus. the distinction there is much more obvious. Here in the West, one can't always tell... So what's it like being a North Korean Christian? W...read more

by Adighibe Iykmartins

A pastor came to church with three empty bottles. When the moderator announced his name as the preacher for the morning service, he came to the podium clutching the bottles and asked the congregation to tell him the name o...read more

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by Jeven Tappero

Why when you ask people about what they believe about God they premise their statement with "I'm not religious, but..." Do people even know what religious means? I understand the confusion. When I think of the word "rel...read more

by Ken Alexander

The Difference Between Being Religious and Being a Christian The title of this category admits there is a difference between true Christianity and religion. There is such a difference, as far different as night is from ...read more

by Connie Taylor

Being a Christian means we are a follower of Christ, if we are a true follower we have a relationship, with Him. We talk to Him daily, trust in Him for our salvation and all our needs. We talk to Him about every thing, big...read more

by rogerallen

HOLINESS:SINNERS BECOME SAINTS. "Saints" have their pictures in religious paintings, you can see them in stained glass windows in "churches" and their stories appear in religious books. In appearance they have halos or...read more

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by Candy Jules

Christianity is knowing and following Christ. Choosing to accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior. Believing that Jesus died for our sins, and God raised Him from the dead on the third day. Religion can mean a lot of things t...read more

by Liwana Woolridge

I started out believing I was a Christian because I was raised in church. At age 11 I was both baptized in Jesus name by choice and I received the in dwelling of God's Holy Spirit. I became an avid reader of the bible an...read more

by Nellie Shani

Each time I contemplate about what happened in the garden of Eden, I see the difference between Christianity and religion. After Adam and Eve sinned, they realized that they were naked and sewed themselves a covering mad...read more

by R. W. Ley

I do not believe that Christianity is a religion at all. These are the dictionary definitions as I found them at MSN Encarta: 1. beliefs and worship: people's beliefs and opinions concerning the existence, nature, and ...read more

by Linda Leon

It took a college course in world religions which almost wrecked my belief system before I understood the difference between Christianity and religion. I personally believe that if your Christian faith is to endure any att...read more

by Bella St. John

How many time have Christians been accused of being "too religious?" More times than not, I assure you. Contrary to popular belief, Christianity is not a religion. It is a relationship with God our Father and Jesus Christ,...read more

by Bible Prophecy

There are many religions (as an example - Gal.1:13 below, the Jews' religion), but one faith (Eph.4:5 below). Eph.4:5 One Lord, one faith, one baptism, When we are baptized into Christ Jesus by the Holy Spirit we BEC...read more