ps127v1 Posted June 18, 2008 Group: Junior Member Followers: 0 Topic Count: 19 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 102 Content Per Day: 0.02 Reputation: 2 Days Won: 0 Joined: 04/14/2008 Status: Offline Share Posted June 18, 2008 Do you think that if evolution weren't taught that crime would be lower? I have been placed in a place (Detention Center, ie. jail) as a Correctional Officer for the time being and have seen a different side to how people act. It seems that when the inmates are treated like "animals" they act as such because they truly believe they are no better than just that. But, when I go around I try to give them a glimpse of who they really are...a created person that God has a specific plan for and have had good talks with several "bad" boys. It seems that when they see that they have a purpose from something/someone greater than themselves they act a bit differently. Your thoughts. Could teaching creation change the direction of some of those in (I'd hate to reference just one people group, but this is a for instance) poor, lower class areas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ps127v1 Posted June 18, 2008 Group: Junior Member Followers: 0 Topic Count: 19 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 102 Content Per Day: 0.02 Reputation: 2 Days Won: 0 Joined: 04/14/2008 Status: Offline Author Share Posted June 18, 2008 Again, this isn't for a debate, just your honest thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard Posted June 19, 2008 Group: Royal Member Followers: 2 Topic Count: 115 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 8,281 Content Per Day: 1.12 Reputation: 249 Days Won: 3 Joined: 03/03/2004 Status: Offline Birthday: 10/30/1955 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Our beliefs certainly determine our actions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunterpoet Posted June 19, 2008 Group: Removed from Forums for Breaking Terms of Service Followers: 0 Topic Count: 128 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 2,704 Content Per Day: 0.44 Reputation: 25 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/29/2007 Status: Offline Birthday: 10/08/1950 Share Posted June 19, 2008 The approach you describe seemed to work well for Father Flannigan. Teaching creation is a wonderful idea and I agree that it just might instill a sense of worth in an individual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Again, this isn't for a debate, just your honest thoughts. Lies Are Never Right The Truth Is Never Wrong Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Woe unto them that are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight! Isaiah 5:20-21 Jesus Is LORD The word which God sent unto the children of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ: (he is Lord of all:) Acts 10:36 God Made Everything God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands; Acts 17:24 Jesus Wins These shall make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome them: for he is Lord of lords, and King of kings: and they that are with him are called, and chosen, and faithful. Revelation 17:14 Believe For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 For He Is Worthy Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created. Revelation 4:11 And He Will Make You Free If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. John 8:36 Hallelujah Amen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest man Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Probably not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParanoidAndroid Posted June 19, 2008 Group: Senior Member Followers: 1 Topic Count: 39 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 591 Content Per Day: 0.09 Reputation: 14 Days Won: 0 Joined: 04/01/2007 Status: Offline Birthday: 11/27/1979 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Crime has always existed, and this long before Evolution began to be considered! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artsylady Posted June 19, 2008 Group: Royal Member Followers: 1 Topic Count: 171 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 4,813 Content Per Day: 0.64 Reputation: 150 Days Won: 0 Joined: 09/26/2003 Status: Offline Share Posted June 19, 2008 Do you think that if evolution weren't taught that crime would be lower? Yes. When you look up statistics, since prayer was removed from school, stats of violence crime, drugs, prostitution, abortion, drug use, premarital sex etc, etc, etc have all gone up. I believe it is directly related. I have been placed in a place (Detention Center, ie. jail) as a Correctional Officer for the time being and have seen a different side to how people act. It seems that when the inmates are treated like "animals" they act as such because they truly believe they are no better than just that. But, when I go around I try to give them a glimpse of who they really are...a created person that God has a specific plan for and have had good talks with several "bad" boys. It seems that when they see that they have a purpose from something/someone greater than themselves they act a bit differently. I agree. Being in foster care, I see this all of the time too. Your thoughts. Could teaching creation change the direction of some of those in (I'd hate to reference just one people group, but this is a for instance) poor, lower class areas? Absolutely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Do you think that if evolution weren't taught that crime would be lower? <snip> It seems that when they see that they have a purpose from something/someone greater than themselves they act a bit differently. Your thoughts. Could teaching creation change the direction of some of those in (I'd hate to reference just one people group, but this is a for instance) poor, lower class areas? I think you're right. Treat someone like an animal and that's what you will get. The reaction will vary by individual, but you will get a reaction like you mention. The same can be said for teaching evolution or creation -- tell a kid for 12 years that they are essentially an animal and that's what they'll start acting like. Let them know they are a human being created in God's image and things begin to change - although it may take time for them to actually believe it. I live and work in a couple of different low income areas, and the culture can be very violent. Child abuse, drugs, crime, and all that. Only Jesus can change a heart, but teaching creation might be a good start. Many young people today have had virtually no exposure to the Bible or a knowledge of God at all. I remember as a kid just starting school being aware that there was a God, even though my family didn't practice much in the way of "religion." I learned the 10 Commandments because they were posted on the classroom wall in a public school in Texas. There was a standard of behavior that was enforced - with a paddle when required. There was also a sense that even if the teacher didn't see you do something wrong, there was a God who saw all things. People behaved differently back then. There was respect for others - something grossly lacking in certain areas today. We learned it early back then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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