why do christians assume that if thier beleifs are being put down that it makes them valid?

Question

they assume its jealousy or that our lives are empty. thats not the case at all!

Answer 1

'thier' beliefs?

what the hell does 'thier' beliefs mean?

'thier' isn't a word

you're a wanker who can't spell

by using misspelled words you appear to be an ignoramus

Answer 2

It's often the case with new converts that they are warned with the parable of the Sower, i.e. all the sorts of things that will happen post-conversion to sway them from the path.

Typically they are warned that this is "SATAN!!!!!!" trying to knock them off before they get settled in the faith (because they personally are so indipensable to God's victory don't ya know). They are warned that they will be ridiculed and argued with and slandered for Jesus's sake etc., and to "count it all blessings." In other word they try to make them de-conversion proof by conditioning them to see contradiction to their unmerited belief as a sign they have rightly believed because they are meeting spiritual resistance!!!!

So they tend to assume that even if you don't intend evil, Satan has his hand up your chute manipulating your mouth and using you as a puppet of perversion to tempt the faithful. So you're either evil or are doing evil or both, which explains some of the hostility you get.

Christians who are more than mere nominal believers and actually study their faith typically have answers, even if they violate all the rules of logic and commit all the fallacies of rhetoric, but at least they have answers, and thus a little more confidence, if not smugness, and so don't get too bent out of shape unless you have even better responses to their answers. Then like most folks in an argument, Christian or not, they may go all ad hominem on you for lack of a more intelligent reply.

All you can do is do what you can. The delusions of religion create more needs than they fill, but they are still hard to let go of, no matter how much evidence you get of their falsehood and silliness, and you have to understand that and let things take their course without an expectation you'll ever get immediate agreement.

Answer 3

In the true world: No one knows for sure what religion is the true religion. Any God that is in religion gives us free will. Whether we believe or not is up to the individual. Who are we all to say that "so and so" is right or "so and so" is wrong. And who are you to assume that all Christians are the same. We are all different in many ways and how we percieve each other makes us the person(s) we are inside. This world is truely oppressed with people who are greedy, selfish, spoiled and full of hate. If someone wants to believe in something that gives them hope for a better future; by all means leave them alone instead of cutting them down. It does not make you a better person to hate someone because they have different religous beliefs. Just believe what you believe and stop worrying about what others believe. Stop living a life of hatred people. We live in a very sad, sad world. And this world need to grow up!!!

Answer 4

First of all, check your own generalizations at the door. Secondly, human nature is to defend your current point of view. Madison Avenue has spent millions of dollars in researching how people think and form attitudes and opinions. Rule number one: People accept most readily a message that is congruent to (goes along with) what they already believe. Rule number two: People tend to reject messages that conflict with what they already believe. (No surprise there given number one.)

These rules tend to be true of all people, including me and you. Don't think so, just watch your reaction the next time someone differs from your opinion. Some people carry this to extremes. My own brother for example will redefine words from the dictionary to win an argument if backed into a logical corner. That's scary behavior, coming from a very intelligent man.

People tend to disguise their need for reassurance as a search for truth. Many are just not prepared and want someone to tell them that what they believe right now, no matter how outlandish or unsupportable is the truth. And they don't do this maliciously. They really believe that they are searching for truth, but they are just succumbing to human nature.

As long as someone is not trampling the rights of others and is living a positive, constructive life, what do you care if they believe in God, Jesus, Mohamed or an invisible friend. Not all Christians are the in your face, "accept my religion or go to hell" type. I've seen just as many in your face, "your an ignorant git if that's what you think" type of atheists. More tolerance, not less is what we need in this world. We're all just trying to get by in the best way we know how.

Answer 5

Hunny, Join to Jesus Christ. Generally, the harshest persecutions come from those who are religious.

(John 1:10-11)
He was in the world, and the world was made through Him, and the world did not know Him. He came to His own, and those who were His own did not receive Him. Always Remember, That We Are Human And We Do Mistakes, But Not GOD.

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Ahhh!!! Jesus Do Really Love And The Only One that Will Never Judge YOU.

Peace.

Answer 6

Not all Christians feel that way.Often all you hear is the radical voices that seem to speak for all.Actually,most of us respect other views.
I may not agree,yet I am duty-bound to treat all
respectfully.Too many times the few speaks the
loudest and get the most attention.Shame on them for they miss the message we need to share.It is the human race,on the planet earth,
during the time of NOW.If we cannot treat you
right than we are failing to live the life.

Answer 7

Everyone is more than welcome to think as they wish, and to follow the ways that they desire. It's called free will..
I myself have been on the path of those that came before me, both Witch and Medicine Woman.. if you need labels. I myself dislike labels, with one exception..
I have learned from my grandparents that the key to survival, is keeping things kind to ones heart.. secret. That also means the names of those that walk differently, than what is considered acceptable.
However, there comes a time when one must take a stand.. and so, I tell others I am a Christian. I have had people turn from me, walk away, cursing me.. etc. I make no judgment on them, as that isn't my way. It shouldn't be any Christians way, period!
My ex daughter in law was run off the road, with two little ones in the back seat, by a Christian man who disliked her bumper sticker.. relating to witch or wiccan..

So when you say to me, Blessed Be, Merry Meet, Bright Blessings.. and I respond back God's Blessings to you.. are we both wrong.. if what is said is meant with one's heart..
Can you accept me, as I accept you...?

Answer 8

You stand by your beliefs, and there are two things you don't argue about and that is religion and politics, because no one is going to be right and no one is going to win. And besides that why would you want to put down any ones religion to begin with?
I bet you made an "F" in spelling and your Question does not make and sense.

Answer 9

Not just Christians, but many who are religious become defensive when their beleifs are quetioned. This is due to their being tied to their beliefs, or believing that their beliefs are the only righs ones. With ownership comes being owned.

Answer 10

We Christians do not believe that if our beliefs are being put down they are valid, but the bible does say that we will have persecution because Satan DOES NOT want people to know the truth.

Answer 11

Actually, I feel they're insecure about their beliefs on some subconscious level, and that's the reason why they can't take it when someone disagrees with them.

Think about it, if I yell and scream at you that the sky is orange, you're not going to question your belief that the sky is blue. You'll just think I'm crazy for yelling and screaming, and that I have a different opinion than you. (Not a perfect example, but hopefully my point comes through.)