I saw a Christian based cartoon that shows Jesus at a door. He has a peaceful, loving smile. He has a machine gun at his side. The cartoon says "Worship Me, or Else."
Do you think this simple idea may be why Christianity is so popular? The fear that if you don't do exactly as God says, he hates you and sends you to Hell? That strikes a lot of fear into a person's heart, doesn't it? Can you be sure, as a Christian, that you love God for who He is and not what He might do to you if you disobey Him in any way? Are many people worshipping God just because they are terrified of Him?
Curious about your thoughts concerning the idea of this cartoon.
By the way---I am not an Atheist (though I respect them). I believe in God. I just don't think He/She/It is petty, jealous, or hateful.
And for further clarification, I do not mean this question to be mean-spirited. I try not to judge anyone's specific beliefs.
Thanks very much, for all thoughtful answers :)
2007-07-27
22:52:31
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Calliope
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