I recently posted a question describing the nastiness I have been seeing from Athiests. I received some rude answers, but I also received many well thought out and mature responses. There was also a general trend of answers saying that they were tired of being told they would burn in Hell, that they were doomed, and the "believe or else" clause.
If you are a Christian and threatening people, bad form. Jesus taught with gentle persuasion, using reason, parables, and a very fundamental knowledge of human nature. He gave people the choice to believe. Remember, whether you believe in Hell or not, it isn't an effective persuasion method to someone who doesn't even believe in God OR the Devil. Duh. So, maybe we can cut out the whole Brimstone and Fire conversion method? As grandmas always say, you can draw more flies with honey. Talk about why you believe, not why someone else should. Don't say athiest = stupid. Many are very intelligent.
Mutual respect everyone. Try it!
2007-12-22
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