474 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 1:47 AM UTC
Posted by /u/Several_Ad_5550
I view this as idolatry. Is this ok in Christianity?
“Is the idolatry of deceased people recommended in Christianity? Or is that simply not Christianity?”
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474 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 1:47 AM UTC
Posted by /u/Several_Ad_5550
“Is the idolatry of deceased people recommended in Christianity? Or is that simply not Christianity?”
228 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 3:12 PM UTC
129 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 4:20 PM UTC
Posted by /u/Right-Buyer-1973
1. "Is X a Sin?" X can be gooning, tattoos, dating, music, or some random shit literally no one has ever thought of except OP. 2. Gay Thread #8472 "Is homosexuality a sin?" 300 comments later and absolutely nobody has changed their mind. 3. "Am I Going to Hell?" Usually because…
123 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 9:48 AM UTC
120 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 4:06 AM UTC
Posted by /u/Used_Pangolin_3385
Christianity has been divided into many traditions and denominations throughout history. If we could somehow reach greater unity while preserving legitimate theological differences, do you think that would be beneficial? Or are some divisions necessary because the differences ar…
103 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 1:07 PM UTC
Posted by /u/TheExpressUS
91 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 11:50 AM UTC
Posted by /u/FinalMousse4944
Thought I’d show off the family Bible I just got in the covers on these 1890s are always amazing
82 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 2:36 PM UTC
Posted by /u/myRazorBurn
I think a lot of people who say they left Christianity really left a very Americanized version of it. They grew up around pastors obsessed with money, churches that feel like businesses, constant politics, leadership changes, hypocrisy, and sermons that can shift depending on wh…
75 upvotes
Aug 18, 2026, 11:07 PM UTC
Posted by /u/PassProfessional3138
73 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 7:26 PM UTC
68 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 2:42 PM UTC
Posted by /u/Fever_Dream8310
I've been thinking about this a lot lately, and I honestly think we're doing more harm than good with how we handle this. Here's what I see happening: A young person struggles with masturbation. They already feel bad about it. Then they hear from church that they're "lusting in…
53 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 3:08 PM UTC
38 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 7:23 PM UTC
36 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 10:06 PM UTC
Posted by /u/lillybluenose
My daughter is dying. She has terminal cancer and is getting sicker by the day. She has four young children and is battling on so bravely for them. I don’t want to make this about me because it’s not, and she’s so dam brave, but me? I’m angry. Angry at the hospital who wouldn’t…
36 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 1:02 AM UTC
Posted by /u/ktb1824
This is a little outside of my comfort zone so please bare with me. I became homeless after a medical mistake almost cost me my life. I then I began to get back on my feet a little, and then Hurricane Helene destroyed where I was living and I lost everything. I just had major su…
27 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 3:34 PM UTC
23 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 6:34 PM UTC
Posted by /u/PerformanceSuperb245
Hi everyone, I’m writing this with a really heavy heart. For the last six months, I’ve been praying every single day for something that will completely change my life (I'm 17 btw) Honestly, if I look at it realistically, the chances are pretty low. But I keep reminding myself th…
23 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 11:18 AM UTC
Posted by /u/InevitableAd4038
Be well 💓✝️✨. Love to you all!! 💓✝️✨ M
18 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 6:13 AM UTC
Posted by /u/Due_Plantain_1392
My dog got out the house and we cat find him. It has been I think almost six hours and I’m scared can you guys pray for my dog
17 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 9:46 AM UTC
Posted by /u/FinalMousse4944
Ethiopian Orthodox Coptic, handwritten in classical Ge’ez script on traditional parchment. These original manuscript pages are a striking example of early Ethiopian Christian bookmaking and religious art. These leaves were originally part of a larger sacred manuscript used for l…
16 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 6:43 PM UTC
13 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 9:14 PM UTC
Posted by /u/AgreeableGolf98
I’ve been told it’s best to follow Christianity just in case God is real but that to me is saying you’re just living in fear
13 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 4:03 PM UTC
Posted by /u/JHLV04
What’s your story? I would say I’m now a Christian but I have a lot of doubts and struggles. Was raised agnostic but with Christian and Hindu cultural celebrations. Had a spiritual experience a few years ago looking into the night sky after being with friends, explored Hinduism,…
13 upvotes
Aug 19, 2026, 2:13 PM UTC
Posted by /u/f4llenangxl
Hello everyone! I’m new to Christianity and I think I’ve found a lot of peace and comfort in it (I may or may not have cried happy tears lol). I’d love to learn more about Christianity and would appreciate some advice! Which part of the Bible should I start with? How do Christia…