For those who don't want me to generalize, it's sort of tough not to. As a black person, I'm much more comfortable being around family, all of whom are black. What's wrong with that? Shouldn't I be able to live a life I can enjoy without being forced to fit in and fake it? Does this attitude make me racist? When I was younger, some white people people used to say that blacks don't go to heaven, only whites do. Excuse me but I don't have to practice my religion around people who think that way. I'd rather worship in comfort of those like me, just like home, even if we don't all get along. I know times have changed now, but deep down, there will always be differences.The only other way would be to create some one-race world, and even then I think they would find some reason to hate and destroy each other.
2006-09-14 20:03:58 · 13 answers · asked by importedimmigrant 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I don't think you are racist at all -- I think you have been hurt and angered by some very ignorant people and that's a terrible thing. I agree with you that most people probably feel more comfortable around people that they can relate to -- people of the same race, same language, similar lifestyle, etc. Religion is a very personal thing and for that reason you should worship in a way that makes you feel comfortable. Having said that I feel it is also important for people from all walks of life to be willing to reach out and accept people that are different and to welcome those differences. If a white person shows up at your church make them feel welcome and accepted. Once in a while perhaps you could step outside your comfort zone and put yourself in a situation that is different for you -- take a friend along so you won't feel too self conscious -- and let your confidence in yourself shine. You can't eliminate inconsiderate and ignorant people but you must not let them steal your self confidence.
2006-09-14 20:23:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You explained it very well yourself. There are some exceptions but most are the exception that proves the rule. You know, the black kid raised in white family, white girl who was only safe when she slept over at her black best friend's house...
I do have to say that I attended a black church for a while as a teen and I never felt out of place until I went on an extended vacation and the church got a new pastor while I was gone. I came back and the pastor asked for visitors and I didn't stand until he pointed to me and said, I don't know everyone in the church but I'm sure you haven't been here before. I could have died of embarrassment. Ever since, I've been a little uneasy in black churches, not because of the people but just because of that incident. I no longer attend any church and am not Christian but it has nothing to do with that experience.
2006-09-14 20:14:38 · answer #2 · answered by Kuji 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello!! :o) I think you answered your own question. But does it make you a racist? Only you would know that - of course. But I would say NO - based on your question. As a white guy - the churches I have attended were made up mostly of white people and whenever I saw a 'black church' on TV - I couldn't help but think to myself, "Why do THEY get to enjoy being in church!" lol Craig!! :o)
2006-09-14 23:38:32 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
interesting because i am an african-american person and i just recently went to a hispanic church as a favor to a close friend.... i think we segregate just for the simple fact that we are all different... not necessarily because of our beliefs, but basically because of the way we are.. we talk differently, act differently and i think that EVEN in a church environment, its more of a comfort thing that anything else...... however, ive been to churches or have heard of churches that have people of all colors there and there are no problems... but lets be honest, we all feel more comfortable around people whom we look like...
2006-09-14 20:19:56 · answer #4 · answered by ? 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That's why its great to be non-religious person... I am white and i do not mind Segregating with other races...Everyone feels more comfortable with their own race..its just instincts, and those that said Blacks do not get into heaven....HAHA that's by far the dumbest thing i ever heard... im agnostic and 19 years old and my life is GREAT and i have no worries of who to worship or when or if i will ever make or do a single sin.
2006-09-14 20:10:09 · answer #5 · answered by Iceman 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
well i have friends of all different race, color and religion. you really have to see people for who they really are....people.
im sorry if youve had some bad experiences with whites in the past but why are you letting that beat you...now you cant even see past the color of your skin to get to know somebody new. just think what you may be missing out on by being so predudice.
2006-09-14 20:22:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A black entertainer, a comedian i think of noted how he substitute into with a white kinfolk for Thanksgiving. He noted how different it substitute into from his journey along with his black kinfolk. i'm unsure of the right notice however the white human beings have been extra solemn, rigid, formal. along with his black kinfolk they confirmed extra exhilaration of being mutually on the table. the ambience substitute into lighter, casual, extra like a picnic than a rigid dinner such as you will eat on the White domicile. i don't be attentive to why blacks are extra boisterous or unrestrained yet i think of it extremely is an element of why we don't worship mutually. i think of we worship contained in the ambience that we are the two conscious of and that makes us sense the main gentle. it extremely is lots the comparable way human beings %. their acquaintances. i'm no longer acquaintances with each and every white individual. we choose for our acquaintances via cultural features, and having the comparable social place. i think of the cultural adjustments are sufficient to split blacks and whites into different church homes.
2016-09-30 23:41:33 · answer #7 · answered by armiso 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well now whats the point of going to church if u r only focused on the color of the people thats there??i am a mixed lady i dont have any problems going to either..with the love of GOD in u it really shouldnt matter...just find a place where mixed races r welcome!!!hope to see u there!!
2006-09-14 20:09:02 · answer #8 · answered by jsbrunette 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They do not understand DNA or Evolution. Human blacks and whites are far more closely related than even humans and chimps.
Live, love and be proud of all that you are.
2006-09-14 20:08:35 · answer #9 · answered by Mere Mortal 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have to concur with JP confidence in yourself. Also a strong testimony of the Gospel and will not matter where you attend services.
2006-09-14 22:08:56 · answer #10 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋