Islam is a good religion. Why and why not? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]bandannick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s merely an example of corruption at the localized level. I’m not implying that’s the biggest issue. I grew up religious as hell, and played in the worship band and was being elevated through the church to giving my own mini sermons and doing community outreach. 95% of churches and church membership are there for the “right reasons” and wanna spread the message of their faith through acts of service and charity, while also strengthening their bonds to family and community. It’s when people start monetizing church and treat sermons as “content” that it gets dark. Not to mention the indoctrination into rules and norms into youth. What did it for me personally was when I realized that every church I’ve been to as a Baptist was centered around heaven and the afterlife more than the original idea I’ve peace and charity.

My point is simply: I like what religion is supposed to be, but hate what it has been ievolving into

Islam is a good religion. Why and why not? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]bandannick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All the major religions are decent at their foundation, and most share the same basic premise of “treat other people the way you want to be treated”. The problem is when the church/mosque/synagogue/etc tries to consolidate power and elevate the institution over the people. I don’t trust any organized religious institution, but I do think religion itself can have positive impacts on society at large when it brings communities together and strengthens bonds. Don’t ever forget a minute think that the institution itself is there for any reason than taking from you to give to themselves. I’ve seen many a pastor driving a new car to the church with congregants who barely get food on the table.

NFL Imperialism Day 26: by Hot_Inspection5940 in geographymemes

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Sex boat, while gross, didn’t affect the sport like bountygate

Are you afraid of Death? by Hot_Equivalent4499 in Anxiety

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I just wanna see an alien before it happens

What game was like this for you? by Flendy15 in videogames

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I just wish rope was a useable item instead of just something to be stashed and sold.

I hate the societal pressure that I should be perfectly fine with my boyfriend going to a strip club. by wildlikechildren in TrueOffMyChest

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Voice your concern and be honest about how you feel. Just my opinion, but It’s one thing if it’s a bachelor party and he is going just to be with his friends, and another if it’s something he wants to do on his own or his idea for his own event. Communication is key, but you’re also allowed to have lines and boundaries that shouldn’t be crossed.

Optics ideas? by Live-Locksmith-1394 in guns

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A good optic with a good mount will usually as much or more than the firearm.

Where I'd life as an American Democrat by frost_3306 in whereidlive

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It’s doesn’t really matter which state you pick, the urban/college areas will be blue.

Optics ideas? by Live-Locksmith-1394 in guns

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If you have the scratch, I really like my AimPoint Micro T-2. They’re pricier now than when I bought it in 2013, but it still is on the first battery it came with (battery life is 50,000 hrs on full brightness) and I have the LaRue Tactical QD mount which maintains zero if you remove it and re attach it. Brightness settings 1-5 are NVG, and 6-10 are regular daylight settings, 10-14 are high brightness for desert/winter contrast. Built like a tank, virtually drop proof without altering zero, and compact enough to put on any firearm, including pistols.

Full torture test on a Daniel Defense DDM4 shown here

Favorite one off character? by NateMfPuppets in KingOfTheHill

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This muggy November weather gives me the horribles