Do You Believe in People With "Supernatural" Powers?

holly984 · 03-25-2011, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Freebase Dali

Unfortunately, you can show some people an incredibly valid and perfectly reasonable alternative to a belief, that's backed up by science, and it still won't matter to them.

I definitely agree. No matter the issue, people in general tend to actively seek out and accept only those views (and evidence) that correlates with and confirms what they already believe; avoiding or discounting information that contradicts their viewpoint.

Freebase Dali · 03-25-2011, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by holly984

I definitely agree. No matter the issue, people in general tend to actively seek out and accept only those views (and evidence) that correlates with and confirms what they already believe; avoiding or discounting information that contradicts their viewpoint.

Definitely.
I believe that's the general definition for being closed-minded.

Howard the Duck · 03-26-2011, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Freebase Dali

Definitely.
I believe that's the general definition for being closed-minded.

it may be the 3rd World here but I still live in the old world

duga · 03-24-2011, 09:47 AM

I agree normal sensory input is involved, but I really think you aren't giving the brain enough credit. I respect that you want to stay skeptical until something concrete comes up, but do you really think the brain does not have this potential at all?

Blarobbarg · 03-24-2011, 10:15 AM

I don't believe in people with supernatural powers. But I am a rather extreme Christian, and have seen supernatural miracles happen in front of me.

Broken arm healed. A man who hasn't been able to bend his legs in years, bending down. A man who couldn't walk quickly without crippling pain, running. Migraines healed. A boy with a 105 fever, going down to normal within three seconds. Various stomach issues healed.

I have also witnessed and been part of excorcism-like activities several times. My little brother was exorcised and while that was going on, half of his body was extremely hot to the touch, the other half was incredibly cold. Is this possible? No, it isn't. But I felt the skin with my own hands. I was there.

Another girl had a vision of demons leavin her and a bright light taking their place. My mother prayed for a woman who had been possessed for most of her life, who yelled out when the demons left her.

And on top of all this, I have experienced and witnessed literally countless "religious experiences." Shaking, speaking in tongues, falling down, the whole nine yards!

So no, I don't believe in PEOPLE with supernatural powers. I just believe in a God who does a lot of awesome stuff, because He really does love us.

And no, I don't have video proof for any of this. So don't be demanding it from me.

Ska Lagos Jew Sun Ra · 03-24-2011, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Blarobbarg

I don't believe in people with supernatural powers. But I am a rather extreme Christian

Uh... Isn't Christianity hinged around a man with supernatural powers?

Blarobbarg · 03-24-2011, 12:35 PM

Tore, most of the healings I have witnessed have been in quiet settings, with no pastor is sight. Clergy are not responsible for healing or the supernatural, God is.

Bu I too have seen the pushing, yelling kind. They disgust me, an I will not disagree that there is high levels of suggestion going on inthose sorts of settings. But I'm not talking about the fakes, or the ones who want my money and perform "miracles" to get it. I'm talking about a God who works with random people that have no training or prior knowledge of God. Such as myself.

And Skal, hahahaha! Point taken! ;D

CanwllCorfe · 03-24-2011, 10:12 AM

Qigong Master Boils Water With His Hands Pyrokinesis - Video

This guy came to mind. I don't think it's supernatural, but definitely awesome.

duga · 03-24-2011, 10:21 AM

^

I hate to do this, man, but I have to point this out. That is the reason no one believes in any of this.

Blarobbarg · 03-24-2011, 11:32 AM

And I know that. Others have been telling of their experiences with no proof, I figured I'd throw my two cents out there as well.

Not here to convert anyone. Just giving my thoughts and experiences along with everyone else.

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03-24-2011, 09:47 AM	#4 (permalink)
duga MB quadrant's JM Vincent Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 3,762	I agree normal sensory input is involved, but I really think you aren't giving the brain enough credit. I respect that you want to stay skeptical until something concrete comes up, but do you really think the brain does not have this potential at all? __________________ Confusion will be my epitaph...

03-24-2011, 10:12 AM	#8 (permalink)
CanwllCorfe Quiet Man in the Corner Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Pocono Mountains Posts: 2,480	Qigong Master Boils Water With His Hands Pyrokinesis - Video This guy came to mind. I don't think it's supernatural, but definitely awesome. __________________ Your eyes were never yet let in to see the majesty and riches of the mind, but dwell in darkness; for your God is blind.

03-24-2011, 10:21 AM	#9 (permalink)
duga MB quadrant's JM Vincent Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 3,762	^ I hate to do this, man, but I have to point this out. That is the reason no one believes in any of this. __________________ Confusion will be my epitaph...

03-24-2011, 10:15 AM	#5 (permalink)
Blarobbarg Do good. Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Posts: 2,065	I don't believe in people with supernatural powers. But I am a rather extreme Christian, and have seen supernatural miracles happen in front of me. Broken arm healed. A man who hasn't been able to bend his legs in years, bending down. A man who couldn't walk quickly without crippling pain, running. Migraines healed. A boy with a 105 fever, going down to normal within three seconds. Various stomach issues healed. I have also witnessed and been part of excorcism-like activities several times. My little brother was exorcised and while that was going on, half of his body was extremely hot to the touch, the other half was incredibly cold. Is this possible? No, it isn't. But I felt the skin with my own hands. I was there. Another girl had a vision of demons leavin her and a bright light taking their place. My mother prayed for a woman who had been possessed for most of her life, who yelled out when the demons left her. And on top of all this, I have experienced and witnessed literally countless "religious experiences." Shaking, speaking in tongues, falling down, the whole nine yards! So no, I don't believe in PEOPLE with supernatural powers. I just believe in a God who does a lot of awesome stuff, because He really does love us. And no, I don't have video proof for any of this. So don't be demanding it from me.

03-24-2011, 12:35 PM	#7 (permalink)
Blarobbarg Do good. Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Posts: 2,065	Tore, most of the healings I have witnessed have been in quiet settings, with no pastor is sight. Clergy are not responsible for healing or the supernatural, God is. Bu I too have seen the pushing, yelling kind. They disgust me, an I will not disagree that there is high levels of suggestion going on inthose sorts of settings. But I'm not talking about the fakes, or the ones who want my money and perform "miracles" to get it. I'm talking about a God who works with random people that have no training or prior knowledge of God. Such as myself. And Skal, hahahaha! Point taken! ;D

03-24-2011, 11:32 AM	#10 (permalink)
Blarobbarg Do good. Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Posts: 2,065	And I know that. Others have been telling of their experiences with no proof, I figured I'd throw my two cents out there as well. Not here to convert anyone. Just giving my thoughts and experiences along with everyone else.