why do some ppl find it so hard to accept that some ppl just dont believe in God..?

Question

i believe that God exists....but thats my belief.
i'm absolutely fine with ppl who dont believe in God...theres nothing wrong with that in my opinion...its just their choice...

Answer 1

Well, you have a good point. To a certain extent, I think that you are right. People do have free will, and they should have options at their disposal. To force someone to believe in something that they really don't believe in is kind of fascist. It curtails their freedom to decide for themselves.

I am glad, personally, that you believe in God. I try to take people on a case by case basis. Some people who disbelieve in God are really nice people, and have scintillating opinions to offer others. Then again, some atheists are really so bogged down and rebellious, that there is no way to reach them. They have an insular mindset, and their minds cannot be opened, even with dynamite. But to be fair, there are a lot of obnoxious Christians out there, too- or, in some cases, people who are self-proclaimed Christians. Some of them are proverbial "Bible-thumpers", who enjoy seeking out infidels to agitate unnecessarily. It takes all kinds.

Please don't take this the wrong way, because I see a lot of positive characteristics in your demeanor. You seem like a gentle, open minded, and kind person. You said that you believe in God- but I wonder to what extent your belief goes. The inference is that since you believe in God, that you are also a Christian as well. That begs the question as to why you don't want to help change people's hearts and minds, if the opportunity were to present itself. And it has been my experience in this life that certainly, that chance will occur many times during ones life. Sooner or later, you will encounter someone who is lost. You will find someone who is hateful towards Christians, or who disbelieves in God for some reason or another. Why would you not embrace the opportunity to talk to him/her about how wonderful Jesus is? I mean, of course, so long as the person is not hostile, and can be approached about the matter. I know that some people are too far away to be reconciled. But I think that my point is that God loves everyone- and that means that he wants to share forever with everyone after this life is no more. He wants us to take chances. We will have opportunities in life to talk to people, and maybe convince them of the error of their ways. Not everyone will be receptive. And you know what- I won't ask you if you love people. I think it's quite clear that the answer is yes. You seem to be a beautiful person. I would venture to guess that you care about people, and their fates. Therefore, the conclusion is that you would not want anyone to suffer in hell. You would rather that they end up in heaven, in love, peace, and prosperity.

And it's not even about the love that we feel towards our fellow man/woman. Yes, as a Christian, I love people- even though it's very difficult sometimes. People will fail you. Some people want to harm you. It's sad, but it's also true. But if we can overlook the negative properties of the human race, we might be able to rise above our prejudices and our hate. Rather than looking at the bad aspects, I would like to observe the good things about people. But at the end of the day, it's not for the love of man- it is for the love of God. Because we love God, we should strive to make a difference for the better. If I can change just one person's heart in my lifetime, and save them from an eternity in hell, then my life has not been lived in vain. Of course, I can't save anyone. Only Jesus Christ can save them. But I hope and pray that I may be an instrument of God- a catalyst for positive change. Maybe someone just needs a little nudge in the right direction. Maybe they want to believe, but just need a little reassurance that they are not a fool, and that they are not making a fatal mistake. Personally, I hope that I can help change someone's mind, if they are against believing in my God. I know that I can't change the world. I know that that is too idealistic. It is naive to think that. But maybe- just maybe- I can change a person for the better. They may be sitting on the fence, between believing and rejecting God as their heavenly Father. If that is so, I hope that I can pull them onto my side of the fence. Not for my own victory- not for my own ego- not for my own glory- but for God's glory! To help that person! I don't want to be praised by man. I don't want to brag about it. I would rather wait for my rewards in heaven, in addition to the satisfaction that I did not fail in this life. I have a solemn duty to perform, and the last thing I want to do is disappoint God, my Father and creator.

However, I do know and realize that I am pretty stubborn. I try to exercise caution, but I know that I tend to be viewed as dogmatic by other people. I think it is wrong to force anyone to share my beliefs, or to agree with me. I am trying to learn, at the age of one and thirty, that it is all right if someone does not agree with me. It's not the end of the world. Life goes on. And yet, I know that I love to argue, and of course, nobody wants to be wrong. I want to be sensitive towards those who oppose me or more specifically my beliefs. I think that everyone should have choices. Of their own accord, people should decide for themselves the real from the unreal.

I think that there are people who disbelieve in God for the wrong reasons- just as there are people who believe (or pretend to, rather) for the wrong ones. There are a plethora of arguments that people project against the existence of God- but not all of them are valid ones. For example, people sometimes say that they don't believe in God on the grounds that one cannot physically see God. But the problem with this argument is that there are many things that are real, yet we cannot physically view them. For example, the wind. Or, electricity. Or love.

People have this impression that seeing is the Be all and End all. But I think that they fail to realize that sometimes, the senses are distorted, and cannot always be trusted. Let me provide an illustrative example below. This is a true account of a story that happened many years ago. It was from a court case, and has been documented and alluded to many times.

"On a misty morning, a farmer arose in the early hours before dawn. Walking outside, the farmer spots an enormous beast on a distant hill. Quickly grabbing his rifle, the farmer heads out towards the hill in an effort to stop any impending attack on his family. As he approached the figure, the farmer was relieved to discover that it was only a small bear. Walking more confidently, he was within a few hundred yards of the intruder. But then, as the distorted haze began to lift, the farmer saw that the figure was only that of a man. Lowering his rifle, the farmer walked up to the man and discovered that it was his brother."

My point that I am trying to explain is that we cannot always trust our sensory perceptions. There are numerous cases of visual hallucination and mirage. People demand to see hardcore evidence that something is real, when they themselves do not take into account the fact that the senses are sometimes distorted or possibly unreliable.

The truth of the matter is that nothing proves anything. If we are brutally honest about things, the Bible cannot prove anything. But you see, neither can any other form of evidence. It can only heavily SUGGEST that something occurred or is true. When all is said and done, we must no longer obscure ourselves from the truth, in that all evidence is really circumstantial. And yet, people demand empirical evidence in order to be convinced that God is real. Yet I wonder, do those same people demand the same unrealistic things when believing in all else?

In America, we have freedom of religion, as granted by the first Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. I love my country, but I hate the system. I believe that everyone should have these freedoms. It is not my job to tell people what to believe in. But I would encourage everyone to seek the truth. However, you have to understand something- you might not like the answers you find. They may not be in accordance with your closely held convictions. And then again, there are answers that will forever remain obscure to us. We will go to our graves with only some of the answers that we were so desperate for- that we were, as it were, dying to know.

Yes, I believe God is real. No one has the right to take away my beliefs. The same can be said for other human beings. People should not be oppressed. Once someone is the age of majority, they must think for themselves. They should search deeper. They should examine their heart. Logic only works sometimes. The challenge of logic is that not everything in the world is logical. I must admit, although I personally believe God exists, there is not a logical explanation for him. I cannot use logic to explain God.

People can find the answers to some of these burning questions, so long as they look in the right places. I mean no threat at all towards anyone- I am only making a forecast. The reality is that every eye will see the truth one day with stark, sobering clarity. For some people, that revelation will be welcomed. For others, it may cause the gnashing of teeth. Once that time has come, we will all know the truth, and all doubt will be forever extinguished.

Answer 2

I do not think it is a matter of acceptance per se, I think it has more to do with many Christians feeling obligated to follow the way of the disciples and continue spreading the word. I know many Christians who are very nice about the way they approach sharing GOD with others and that is fine. I also know many who stop just short of screaming in your face that you will burn in hell if you do not believe what they believe. I am a Christian and I believe whole heartedly in sharing Christ with others but if I make a statement or pose a question that meets with disdain or aggravation, I simply let it go. I think everyone has a right to choose if and how they worship HIM. If they do not wish to worship GOD at all that is their perogative too. God does not want you if you do not come to HIM with free will and understanding. Ultimately everyone of us has to answer for our own choices and actions.

Answer 3

I don't like the fact that ppl don't believe in God, but I'm not losing sleep over it.

I'm the first person to talk about religion/ belief in God. I like talking about it, learning new ideas about it. My best friend is an athetist, and he's cool. I think he's misguided for not believing in God, but he thinks I'm gullible because of my belief. We agree to disagree.

I'm not super hard core on athetists. I love talking to them, and understanding their perspective, especially since it doesn't make any sense. I just personally believe athetists don't question enough.

And, on the same hand, I hate talking to some ppl who believe in God, because they also don't question enough, and give the athetists more reasons to not believe.

But, once again, I don't stress. Afterall, we'll all find out who was right soon enough. lol

Answer 4

All people believe in a higher power and/or life after death. If they didn't why would they bother to live their lives here on earth? It's painful, both, phsically and emotionally and a constant struggle to survive it, so why not end it all and sleep for eternity?

These self-described athiests are either out of touch with themselves or liars. They know deep within their beings, as we all do, that God exists and we're here on earth to prove ourselves worthy to get back into his presence.

Answer 5

It is not the fact of most people who believe in God not accepting people who do not believe in God, it is just honestly...those who walk a Christian walk with God...are scared out of thier minds and heart for others who do not believe in Him or accept Him. Because they do not want to see people perish. It is stated in the Word to "go out unto the nations, and spread the good news (gospel)." But we are to do it out of love, not to just win some points with God. We are to do it because it is the right thing to do, not to make others feel like crud. We all have a lot to learn, even Christians. We are not perfect, and it upsets me at times those who profess they are...or act or talk in manners that deem they are. But it is not my lesson to learn humility on this level, it is mine to learn it on how not to get angry with them; because they are still growing and learning too.

We can show tolerance for others beliefs, yet still spread the gospel and let others know God loves them; and wants them to accept Him. It is done through love only.

Answer 6

Some people see it that way because of the unbelieving sinners actions and attitudes towards believers. They want believers to tolerant their unbelief but yet they iare intolerant theirs. They come across as dogmatic and filled with hate for those who believe differently. God bless them and I will continue to pray for them and for those who compromise with them.
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Answer 7

Look at Romans 1:19, 20

That will answer your question

Answer 8

i think i finally did, i belive this is the perfect the world that god made, but some choose not to accepted and beliving there a heaven to destroy ,while this one heading straight to hell.

Answer 9

Indeed. fools from both sides of the table ruin what should be something intelligent and intriguing for all those to view.

Answer 10

There's nothing wrong with it? Why do you believe in God? If it's ok not to then why do you believe?

Answer 11

I completely agree. People should just live and let live AND THAT GOES FOR BOTH SIDES.

Ce'st la vie!