Would you need the Bible if Jesus was physically present with you?

Would you need the Bible if Jesus was physically present with you, walking and conversing with you on a daily basis?

The samefor Prophet Muhammad, Buddha, Lord Krishna, Moses, and all the great souls who came to redeem humanity. If they lived with us now, would we need any of the sacred books we follow now?

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HootyTheNightOwl

Would you really need laws if you had a moral compass of right and wrong??? Why, yes you would - and it's the same with religious texts.

No God takes away your freedom to choose between right and wrong - so religious texts would still be needed to help guide believers... and, when you consider the fact that there are 8 billion people on the planet, what good do you think that a maximum of 1000 people collectively can do to guide everyone collectively???

SW-User

@HootyTheNightOwl Interestingly you mention the concept of ‘good’ your contribution. This is one of the main attributes of God. As is His mercy and graciousness

There are no laws in Christianity. Just a call to bear each others burdens, show forgiveness, seeking reconciliation.

Basically we are called to love our neighbour as ourselves.

We have the freedom to do this.

HootyTheNightOwl

@SW-User Then, what do you call the ten commandments??? They aren't fruits, that's for sure... 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

SW-User

@HootyTheNightOwl Read the early part of St Marks Gospel and see how Jesus radically reinterprets them. The Law has been fulfilled by the saving work of Jesus on the Cross. It is not our jailer, nor does it condemn us.
Yes, we have freedom , and are lead by the Holy Spirit.