I am confused (tradition, beliefs, choice, mission, atheist) - Page 3

Storm · #21 07-17-2007, 07:54 PM

If it makes you feel any better, it's not just Christianity. I've had the same thing happen to me and I'm not even a theist.

worshiper · #22 07-17-2007, 08:12 PM

happens to everyone sister Storm

Storm · #23 07-17-2007, 08:13 PM

Kinda my point

Bishka · #24 07-17-2007, 10:13 PM

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they say things that ridicule my and other Christians and even other religions faith.

That does happen, it it frustrates me as well. I for one cannot stand it when that happen to anyone. That includes Christians, Pagans, Buddhists, Atheists, Hindus, etc.

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but I like to have my opinions at least respected

You are such a beautiful woman and never have said anything against other people. I respect you for that.

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but I think that all people deserve respect for their individual beliefs or lack thereof.

I just wish that some of your so-called Christian brothers and sisters in Christ felt the same way.

Jayhawker Soule · #25 07-17-2007, 10:35 PM

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..., but I think that all people deserve respect for their individual beliefs or lack thereof. Most people do that, but there are a few who don't.

I just wish that some of your so-called Christian brothers and sisters in Christ felt the same way.

Interesting. Is it Christian doctrine to respect atheists "for their individual beliefs or lack thereof" (as opposed to 'hating the sin but loving the sinner')?

Bishka · #26 07-17-2007, 10:43 PM

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Interesting. Is it Christian doctrine to respect atheists "for their individual beliefs or lack thereof" (as opposed to 'hating the sin but loving the sinner')?

No, but Christians are commanded to love their enemies, are they not? It would be nice if all faiths and non-faiths respected each other for their chosen beliefs.

kmkemp · #27 07-17-2007, 10:46 PM

Love is in the eye of the beholder. I wouldn't have a reason to share my faith if not for love.

Bishka · #28 07-17-2007, 10:51 PM

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I wouldn't have a reason to share my faith if not for love.

It's the way you show it in "love" that bothers people. Your love is not our love. Part of love is respect and that's what I find sorely lacking in most people who are trying to demonstrate their 'love' for others by 'saving' them.