Why do religious people think it's ok to tell someone they are going to hell??

Question

Some of you have asked why some people don't like religious people. This is the reason folks! There are many of you that think nothing of telling someone that they are going to hell for this reason or that reason.
Don't cha think that this might piss people off??

I consider it hate speech.

no, i'm not mad about it. I just don't think that they have the right to judge who goes one way or the other. Yet they elect themselves to be the arbiter for god.
How arrogant is that???

I'm surprised no one has told me that I'm going to hell for this question!!!
.....(yet)

Answer 1

Well I prefer not to correct the asker, but technically it's fear speech, which is then interpreted as, among other things, hate speech. I prefer not to be around people that believe in hell myself, especially if they're trying to convert me, but mostly I prefer to be ignorant of their existence because I still want to be able to blend in with the crowd.
To answer your question, fear is the defining motive behind their belief system, and in counter to this, their belief that Jesus will save them from hell is thus made such a powerful dream. It is therefore beleived that if they can help another person to see this hell that non-believers are destined to end up provided they are made aware of the option of following Jesus. It follows as logical that once a person is afraid enough of Hell, they look to The Saviour for garanteed entry into heaven, eliminating the fear they've chosen to believe in.
Given that this is true, it is considered a moral duty to help non-believers see hell as real, and help them to avoid ending up there. It is also considered moral to inform people who have never heard of Jesus that a saviour exists to free them from their suffering (which you'll agree there's a lot of in this world), and this is the driving force behind the rapidly spreading global Catholic movement. These 2 facets are the 2 kinds of people you meet on the street, ramming scripture down your throat with a smile and kind words. They're doing it out of love, compassion and a heartfelt belief in the impossible. It's not hate speech, its dillusional psychosis. Have a nice day. :)

Answer 2

Yeah, some religious people are just jerks who only care about their inclusive clubs. Their 'conform or be damned' philosophy is so stagnant and repugnant it is no wonder that they sit all alone with no friends to speak of. New Age Pagans would never do that. 'You wont go to Valhalla unless you do X, Y, and Z' is just not something you will hear. Middle Eastern theologies are death cults intent upon global conquest. They are about social conformity and not about the spiritual development of the people involved. You might consider joining the Church of the Subgenius. They would never tell you that you will burn in Hell for not joining. If you join before July 5th, you can avoid being left behind on Earth when the planet is destroyed by the Xist aliens.

Answer 3

The Catholic Church has gotten very rich using fear in this way.

There are some christians who honestly believe in heaven and hell. Unfortunately, there are far too many people who join up with a religion and cling to it so that they can "belong". Many like to think that because they are in some church, they are superior to those who aren't. Then, there are those who want to bring people into their church for other reasons. Countless heads of small churches want to bring in more people so they can get more in the offering plate. They run their churches like a business and are there simply to make money.

And let's face it, religion can mean big bucks. You think Jerry Falwell is struggling to make his bills?

If Jesus were still here on earth, do you think he would choose to drive a Ford Focus or a Rolls Royce? What do you think his views would be on pastors/preachers/priests getting rich off their churches?

But that's just part of the whole, "I'm better than you" attitude that too many christians possess. They aren't worried about your soul. They tell you that you're going to hell to make them feel better or to try to bring you to their church so you can stuff money into the offering plate.

Once again, just my opinions.

Answer 4

It is an amazingly rude thing for people to do. The worst case was once when I was visiting my parents' grave in a cemetary. A couple people walked up while I was reflecting, and started asking questions. Everything was fine until they asked what church my parents belonged to. When I mentioned that my father was an atheist. The male member of the couple started screeming at me that my father was burning in hell. What is it about christianity that makes people act in such an incredibly rude manner.

Answer 5

If you were in a car and your friend who was driving was going 80 MPH about to go through a stop sign with a semi in the intersection would you tell that person he is going to kill himself if he does not stop or would you say nothing because it was "Hate speech"
Christian who care about others (not those who hide their head in the sand and say its none of my business) really believe that a person's behavior has eternal consequences. Granted there are some who are unloving and self righteous but they are they exception and not the rule.
Please understand they are giving (the majority) a warning not a judgment

Answer 6

Mmm. How can you reason with a person that refuses to acknowledge the message and compassion of God, yet preaches others will go to Hell?

Answer is- you can't. It doesn't matter how many times you try to get through, they're not listening. That's the price of free will.

Even with gifts like http://one-heaven.org they refuse to acknowledge things have changed. That is their choice. I wish them well and the knowledge that even though they spread hate, bigotry, racism and sadness all is forgiven. If only one day they open their eyes.

Answer 7

I tell this story a lot here it is for a reason.
Story:
A man was driving down the road when a rock smashes the side of his car pulling over finds a frantic kid standing waving his arms. He yells at the kid angrily HEY! WHY DID YOU THROW A ROCK AT MY CAR! LOOK AT THE DAMAGE YOU DID! The kid with desperation in his eyes says i am sorry sir but the bridge is out and 5 cars passed me already and went over! i had to get your attention to save your life!

Christians have no choice but to spread the Gospel it is a mandate, we do not want to see any lost at any cost, if I have to be rude to wake some one up so be it.

God is real... Jesus is Truth ...Judgment is coming....
I have a rock I will use it to save your life... Messenger

Answer 8

Why is speaking the truth considered to be 'hate speech'? Granted, there are some 'religious' people who are somewhat less tolerant than others, but truth is truth, whether we like it or not, whether it offends us or not. The Bible makes it very clear, when you die, you will go to Heaven or Hell. There is no in-between, it's either one or the other.

Answer 9

thats a good question. and i consider it hate speech as well. thats one of many reasons why i dropped the christian religion/relationship like a hot brick. My blood relatives fought over Jesus and i said enough is enough already. and the christians wont stop the hate so it has to stop somewhere. I want to be a better person as a Pagan than i ever was as a christian.

Answer 10

For those who accept and practice Christianity, there are very clear tenants we accept and believe in regarding right and wrong moral and ethical behavior. The results are either heaven or hell depending on how we live our lives, but it is not our decision to say who is going to hell (or heaven) for that matter. That is entirely up to God to judge each individual at the end of their time. What is up to each individual Christian is to focus on Jesus Christ and follow His commandments and live our lives accordingly. We are told to preach the good news of God's Kingdom to all but not to judge.