In the story of creation, God forbids Adam and Eve to eat the fruit of the tree that gives knowledge of good and evil. Eve is later tempted by Satan and eats the fruit, and shares it with Adam (Bible, Genesis). ... Originally, the word "pagan" meant "country-dweller", equivalent to the words "hick" and "redneck" that are used today (Drew 7). ... The church spread the word that pagan religions were evil, and that they worshipped Satan (Drew 8). ... They don't need something to scare them into following their religion like Christians; they follow by their own choice. ...

• Word Count: 770
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

I was always taught Christian values and the Bible was God's holy word, but I have always questioned what I've been taught, whether it was the truth. ... The very basic foundation of our existence lies within the first passage of the Bible, the choice between evolution and creation. ... The choice comes down to faith in what you ultimately believe. ... His answers were parallel with mine and he wanted to know as well why bad things happen to good people. ... Dobson quotes that "10% of children born have a life threatening disease" (pg #66). ...

• Word Count: 1075
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

"What's Love Got To Do With It?... The similarities of the American culture and the French culture boil down to french fries and good wine. ... The Word of God says what It means and means what It says. ... Maybe the French and the Americans have more in common than just french fries and good wine. ... Three sections are often quoted when people use the Bible to condemn homosexuality: The story of the city of Sodom, the priestly codes of Leviticus, and the letters of Paul. ...

• Word Count: 6914
• Approx Pages: 28
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Success without honor is an unseasoned dish; it will satisfy your hunger, but it won't taste good. This quote by Joe Paterno, is a good analogy which says, you must be satisfied with every choice you make, and never show regret. ... So it is with goals and daydreams. ... One good way to relieve stress is to take a walk or to go jogging. ... Success, the one word that we all want to live up to. ...

• Word Count: 1935
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School