2007-02-28 16:53:28 · 31 answers · asked by asdfasddsfhgghjfhjfghjfgh 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Don't you think that it is wrong for people to try to make you believe in God?
Get my point?
2007-02-28 16:56:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 5⤋
Love sees not evil, and a true believer must love all, or has deemed God a creator of evil ones, rather than them that merely appearing evil to test your own faith.
No one is evil, but some intend hurt, but something which is eternal can't be hurt, this is ludicrous, how can such a one be hurt?
Only temporary things pass away, and in their time appear as evil if wanted to be different for some reason, but what is perfect is non-destructible, only subjective, and relative things are changed into new forms, what is objective is true and unchanging.
A person is ever the same person, though their personality goes through many developments, advances, and regressions. Even the hurtful desire to be truly loved, and who should withhold such kindness from them? None should withhold what may be the cure for their frustration.
Atheists deserve love too, though I do not agree, does not give me the right not to offer the fair and judicial kindness all are longing for, and by their very ability to desire what is good, proves their deserving what is good, which is: fair justice and love, mercy and kindness.
2007-03-01 01:45:13 · answer #2 · answered by Gravitar or not... 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the actions that they take. If they sit down and talk to you rationally, thats not any more "wrong" than a christian trying to convert an athiest to christianity. If they are belligerent about it, it is just as wrong as a chrisitian becoming beligerent when trying to convert an athiest.
It is a little different, because the christian may believe that g-d thinks he should be trying to convert the athiest, while the athiest thinks no such thing. Nonetheless, I think you see what I'm trying to say. Everyone is entitled to try to convice others of their views, so long as they are civil about it.
The other time that it is wrong (both ways, christians proselytizing and athiests "proselytizing") is when the person doing the proselytizing is in a position of power. For example, for a University professor to try to convice his religious students that there is no G-d would be wrong.
2007-03-01 01:05:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anon28 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. See, I'm an Atheist and I believe it is wrong to force my beliefs on others. The only time I do so is when asked about my beliefs. I do think it is wrong to try to force you to stop believing in God, just as much as I believe it is wrong to make someone believe in God.
2007-03-01 00:59:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Interesting question. I could launch into some boring comparison of Ethical Theories but it wont matter here. It's not really "wrong" per se, but it is a very uneducated view. Let me say from the gate that I am a Southern Baptist preacher, and an evangelical Christian. I AM PROUD TO BE SO! However in the current political climate of America today it has become less than O.K. to be a "Christian". Now, I totally disagree with any Christian who would harrass someone at a bus station or come up to them out of the blue to try and "press" their beliefs on someone. This is not a fair way to share the Gospel of Christ with someone, and it is really offensive. However through the natural course of conversation to share your beliefs with someone is very appropriate. Especially if your conversation leads into a theological exchange of ideas. Again, the believer has to be cautious that he/she is not being pushy. We must remember that Jesus Christ's whole message was one of love. I always say love the sinner but not the sin. So we have established that a pushy Christian who wont take no for an answer is very offensive and that they are behaving "wrong". I am sure most would agree. So for someone to tell you NOT to believe in God, is just as wrong, and just as offensive. This is a country founded on the basis of religious freedom. I, as a Christian, often emphasize that in the Bible a huge recurring theme is one of FREEDOM OF CHOICE! God didnt force Himself on us, we have to be willing to accept His love and forgiveness. Somehow, society seems to think it's O.K. for Atheists to tell us not to believe and its wrong for Christians to tell people TO to believe. It should be a level playing field. Even the Bible agrees, you can believe what you want to, but in the end do you really want to? So people should back off all around and let everyone believe what they want, unless the natural opportunity arises to share your beliefs and then have at it! I would recommend some good books to you by Josh McDowell. He specializes in Apologetics. "Evidence That Demands a Verdict" Revised Edition, "The Case For Christ" by Lee Stroebel, and "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren. Hope this helps encourage you. Take care and God bless you and your family!
2007-03-01 01:22:36 · answer #5 · answered by Ben 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think someone can stop you from believing in God. Someone may argue with you and tell you that it's wrong. Someone may petition their argument and tell you there are reasons for not believing in God. Just like you may go to someone and try your best to prove God exists, another person can do the same and try to prove to you there isn't one. However, no one can stop you from believing something in your heart. They cannot take a belief from you.
2007-03-01 00:58:24 · answer #6 · answered by One Odd Duck 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is wrong, but then sinners who don't believe in God are not sensitive to us, and you cant expect them to be. The Bible says they are children of darkness and not light. If they refuse the light, you cant force them to it, and they really want company. People of light make them uncomfortable and so they wont come to the light, but they will try to extinguish yours.
Thats just the way it is.
2007-03-01 01:15:01 · answer #7 · answered by Victor ious 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. People who have to depend upon a sky fairy babysitter, a Book, or a Top Ten List in order to behave and not hurt or kill people should definitely be allowed, even encouraged, to keep their fantasies. Not everyone can be as moral as atheists, who have figured out how to be good people without all that religion mumbo-jumbo.
2007-03-01 00:59:05 · answer #8 · answered by gelfling 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's wrong for people to pressure you to believe anything, whether it be to believe in God on not to believe in God.
2007-03-01 00:57:56 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
How dangerous is faith, anyhow?
It is important to understand how faith is a sentiment that, like all emotions, can lead one to irrational behavior. Emotions left unchecked by reason are dangerous. You can never be a reason-extremist and cause any harm to yourself or to others, but you can easily be a religious extremist and cause lots of problems.
Morality has to be discovered by reason. One cannot be moral by faith. One has to know what is for life and what is against it. Such knowledge can come only from reason.
Logical reasoning is the only tool we have to help us distinguish true from false and right from wrong. That's why logical reasoning is what makes it possible for one to be moral or immoral. One cannot be moral if one is irrational.
2007-03-01 01:09:23 · answer #10 · answered by DrEvol 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We all want to be right. Personally, I don't have a problem listening to the beliefs of others. I put as much time and effort into trying to understand their beliefs as they do into trying to understand mine. I think its wrong that there are alot of people on this site that don't take the time to listen to anybody. If I know that someone isn't going to take me seriously, I just don't waste my time. For the others that want to have actual conversation and debate, I welcome the opportunity.
2007-03-01 00:59:40 · answer #11 · answered by ◦Delylah◦ 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋