so i'm chatting up my secretary today and we ended up talking about religion. turns out she is a hardcore (and stupid) christian and i tell her i don't believe in any of that stuff. she calls me a dumbass and tells me that i'm going straight to hell.
man do i love christians!
2006-12-08 08:52:33 · 41 answers · asked by General T 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
My thoughts are the following:
I am sorry she did that and I agree it was stupid!
I don't follow any faith or go to church
(Partly because of this and other reasons)
But personally I believe in God and Jesus.
"man do i love christians!"
I know you’re being sarcastic =]
See she is what people call "Bible thumpers"
They’re known them to try to force religion on people.
And just pound people about if you don’t do this or that you go to hell…
These people give any religion a bad name.
People should respect other religions, bottom line. =[
( Frankly these kind of people sound like a cult! x] )
Totally do your own thing man. >.o
2006-12-08 09:51:01 · answer #1 · answered by EmeraldRose 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't you have some policy about discussing religion? It also sounds a little old school to be calling someone a "secretary", they probably don't appreciate that. Why don't you fire her so she can bring a lawsuit against your company? That would be awesome. It sounds like you have little respect for this person to begin with and I think both of you are in the wrong for calling each other stupid and a dumbass. I would say you both need to grow up.
2006-12-08 09:05:45 · answer #2 · answered by straightup 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is not a true loving Christian. There are lots of people who use the name "Christian". It seems to be used very loosely these days. Everyone who says they're a Christian may not necessarily be one.
On the other hand a very big misconception is that "Christians are perfect". We are only human like you. Yes, we make mistakes. Yes, we say things we shouldn't sometimes. Yes, we do things we shouldn't sometimes. The difference is we ask forgiveness from God and try to do better. Perfect people will not be in heaven. Just regular people who accepted Jesus' forgiveness and tried their best.
"Christians aren't perfect, just forgiven."
God bless. Have a great day.
2006-12-08 08:58:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, that is not typical. God loves you, and is waiting for you to embrace him. I'm thankful for His long-suffering patience, as I was not always a Christian. But He saved me. God is great.
From your comment, it is unclear whether you consider being a Christian as stupid, or if you consider this person, in particular, stupid, and she happens to be a Christian.
If you study the life of Jesus and understand the times He was living in, and the political situation at the time, you'll be amazed at how radical His teachings were. Even many who initially followed him fell away because his teachings were too "hard."
God made you, and loves you.
And I, for one, am a Christian who happens to love you, too. (Yes, even though I do not know you!)
Seek Him,
Cigaroo
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2006-12-08 09:02:24 · answer #4 · answered by CigarMe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's obvious that your secretary has no people skills whatsoever. If she really cared, then she could have nicely gave you some kind of literature for you to read on your own, instead of attacking you suddenly. She's also misguided on the belief of "hell."
You can say that Jesus had followers, but these people came to him to listen to him. He did'nt force people to listen to him, nor blast those who did'nt know the Word. Jesus mainly criticized the religious leaders of his day due to there corruption. Next time you can remind her of this and tell her to act like a "true Christian."
2006-12-08 09:08:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some just do not know how to share the gospel and they are won over by their emotions and self righteousness instead of humbling themselves before God and speaking in love. It is hard for so many....please know that that was not a good example of a Christian. Just know there are MANY christians out there who would respond MUCH differently.
Colossians 4:6
Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.
2006-12-08 08:56:20 · answer #6 · answered by Mandolyn Monkey Munch 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since I was not witness to your conversation, I cannot comment. However, I can say that lumping any group together to call them names or disparage them is not a very nice thing to do. I don't agree with atheists - however, I never call them names. I think there are some very intelligent people who do not believe as I do. Just because my belief differs from yours, does not mean I am stupid. It also does not mean that just because I am a Christian that I will call you a name. Please return the courtesy.
2006-12-08 09:01:05 · answer #7 · answered by padwinlearner 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, this is not typical Christian behavior. However, she could perhaps react that way because she is concerned about your salvation, and expressed herself wrong. The fact is, there is a God, a heaven, a hell a devil, and a Savior. Regardless if you believe it or not. God's existence is not dependent on your (or mine) believes. Thank God!!!
2006-12-08 09:00:13 · answer #8 · answered by Willy B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How would you feel if she was critical of your beliefs?
Would she call you hardcare?
Becareful of what you say (even if she is a dumb ***) she obviously has beliefs you stepped on.
Are you looking for support from some else because you feel a little guilty?
I guess I have a few questions for anyone that says they are "chatting up their secretary", that is itself sounds like a bit of a putdown.
Go easy on her, its the holidays.
words are like a bullet once out of your mouth you can't take them back.
2006-12-08 08:58:41 · answer #9 · answered by kpd2020 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She is not behaving as a Christian and I don't know if she really is but I'm sorry she treated you that way. That kind of behavior will not win you over. Unfortunately God entrusts (saved) fallen people with his message of salvation but many are immature and actually do more harm than good.
God bless you.
2006-12-08 08:58:17 · answer #10 · answered by handsomeworshipper 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋