aren't you actually implying that that there must be something wrong with non-christians?
2007-02-22 16:29:41 · 17 answers · asked by Mike J 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I consider it more than rude. I see as an insult, harassment, and just plain disrespect. I DON"T need to be save, and don't need their made up cult shoved down my throat. I think the next time some Xian tries to convert me I'll file harassment, and maybe even assault, charges on them. Let's see if their puke of a god "saves" them from prison.
2007-02-22 16:51:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Rude or not, we have an obligation to give everyone the option. God has elected a certain number of people, but they don't have a sign on their forehead saying, 'save this one'. In fact, we CAN'T save you. And we're not implying anything. We're flat out saying that ALL have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Only God can change that. Anyone who refuses His free offer will indeed pay for their own sins. The point is, they don't HAVE to.
2007-02-23 00:39:46 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
...Rude? I try not to be. As another has said, I cannot save anyone, I can only show another beggar where this beggar found the Bread of Life (Jesus Christ).
...Jesus told His followers to do this:
...19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit,
...20 teaching them to observe all that I commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age."
...And in Acts 1:8 we read: "but you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and even to the remotest part of the earth."
...The point is this: Christians are commanded to share their faith; the best way is humbly and kindly. It is not rude simply to share your faith; witnessing to non-believers is a loving act of obedience to our Lord.
...You make your choice, either for Christ or against Him (and to not make a decision is to decide against Him).
...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and be saved.
(Acts 16:31)
...Whosoever will, may come.
2007-02-23 00:42:28 · answer #3 · answered by carson123 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yeah. If they don't believe in God/salvation through Jesus, how can they be saved? They can't. It's a Christian's job to tell them of the way to salvation. Not to get in their face but with concern, love, and compassion, try to help them and direct them to the way to everlasting life.
2007-02-23 00:39:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I do not consider it rude -- just foolish. It need not be an implication that something is wrong -- the Christian believes (incorrectly) that he has found something of value, and out of good will wishes to share it.
2007-02-23 00:33:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
It all depends on how you go about trying to "save" them. If you are respectful and offer it to them, and they don't want to hear it, leave them alone. You can't force your religion on others, and by attempting to do so, you make christians look bad.
2007-02-23 00:46:41 · answer #6 · answered by Angie 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i do not mind the trying to save part.
it is the people that cannot understand that there is nothing to save me from because i have my own gods that bother me.
2007-02-23 00:39:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Christianity should not be FORCED upon anyone nor should Islam, Judaism, scientology, buddhism or any religion.
2007-02-23 00:34:13 · answer #8 · answered by kwilfort 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Good point! Maybe not everyone needs to be "saved". I'll pay for my own sins, thank you!
2007-02-23 00:33:02 · answer #9 · answered by F R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't know, but you cant go all over preaching, would be a pest, and there is nothing wrong with non Christians
2007-02-23 00:36:00 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋