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Originally posted by asmeone2
With all due respect to what you beleive, there has been through history great evil comitted by Christians. Sometimes it's in the name of saving souls, sometimes 'in the name of god' is used as an excuse.
Not to mention rampant hypocracy, and the holier-than-thou.
Originally posted by justamomma
Originally posted by ClearskiesI know they have a wide-array of something, but, they usually share hatred for Christians. Insulting, belittling, even outright lies against us. .
It is a stereotypical view of christianity that ppl are addressing. Not you personally.
I think it was the OP who said in another thread that religious groups should be more selective in choosing who you have representing your religion bc this is the view the world will have of you.
[edit on 7-8-2008 by justamomma]
Originally posted by Clearskies
Originally posted by asmeone2
With all due respect to what you beleive, there has been through history great evil comitted by Christians. Sometimes it's in the name of saving souls, sometimes 'in the name of god' is used as an excuse.
Not to mention rampant hypocracy, and the holier-than-thou.
You need to look at my old inquisition thread. Here
I think you'll eventually come to realize that many things done in the name of Christianity were evil, but, Jesus never is. Those that Love Him try to walk in His ways and LOVE others for nothing in return.
Originally posted by Clearskies
Well, even Christians know not to trust ALL men, because there are wolves in sheep's clothing.
I don't think you would hate ALL of atheism because of what happened in Russia and China?
Originally posted by asmeone2BTW, I think Texas is where they practiced to steal the US election....
Originally posted by Clearskies
Well, even Christians know not to trust ALL men, because there are wolves in sheep's clothing.
I don't think you would hate ALL of atheism because of what happened in Russia and China?
Originally posted by Clearskies
There are a LOT of atheists and agnostics who are not consistent in their logic.
Why is it, if a Christian states their faith, they're immediately insulted with names? 'Narrow-minded', 'oppressive' and 'gullible believer of lies?', many here that I haven't posted.
But, when someone of atheism, agnosticism does the same, they are USUALLY never insulted?
I believe it's about one's character.
BTW, I have NEVER in all my years heard anyone (who is a Christian) say.
"God works in mysterious ways"!
now, you may continue with your christian-bashing, if you so choose
[edit on 7-8-2008 by Clearskies]
Originally posted by manticore
Believe me, I wrestle with this daily. I have a 19-month old and I grew up a Catholic. I can't tell you how much guilt it created in me. Although I believe I'm a free thinker now and don't follow dogma, I like the Catholic tradition. It's a tradition I would like my children to follow, at least until they can figure it out. I hate to say it, but it feels a bit like telling them about Santa Claus. I believe someone created us and we should be thankful. However, that is just my spiritual belief that says we are all connected. To me, dogma, any dogma, is nothing but population control in the absence of authority.
I can hear the tomatoes flying toward me!
Originally posted by sobek52
Religion is not needed in order to be raised with good moral values.
Originally posted by manticore
I hate to say it, but it feels a bit like telling them about Santa Claus. I believe someone created us and we should be thankful. However, that is just my spiritual belief that says we are all connected. To me, dogma, any dogma, is nothing but population control in the absence of authority.
I can hear the tomatoes flying toward me!
Originally posted by chise61When it comes down to it you have to raise your children as you see fit, just as your mother raised you as she saw fit. You may want to remind her of that fact.