Shoving religion down people's throat?

Question

(Don't mind the image change and my new name, I'm still Adia Arek.)

Ah, the act of shoving one's ideology down someone's throat.

Annoying, isn't it?

Timelessly I've been told Jesus is the Saviour, Jesus is Lord,

with all due respect to the Christian, I understand that it is your belief but it is, your belief and not mine. Well according to my belief, Jesus is just a prophet and not Son of God, but do I keep it to myself or did I tried to shove that down your throat?

Or maybe when I ask questions like, "What is Hell/Heaven/God like?"

And I get responds like "it doesn't exist".

Well Einstein, has it ever occured to you that I was asking to those who believe it does? There is a lot of Christian questions here regarding the Bible as such, but I tend to not answer it because for I'm not a Christian, so I simply let other Christian users answer the question.


Long live freedom of speech.




Tea and biscuit or Coffee and marshmellows?

Disclaimer: Atheism is not a religion, I know.

Yeah but I'm named after Paul ;p

Answer 1

It takes two. and. . .you are boring.

Answer 2

I don't understand why you feel yourself ill used on this issue. People are free to express their beliefs and they will state them according to their own particular doctrine. It does not mean you have to share those beliefs. Stating your beliefs is not ramming anything down the throat of someone. Now, if you are being told convert to Christianity or I will harm you in some way that would be a different matter entirely. I am not religious at all, but I don't feel myself infringed upon if someone tells me Jesus is Lord, anymore than I do by someone saying Allah be praised. In fact, I think it is wonderful that they have something in their life which brings them peace. Society in general has become much too focused on perceived insult even when none is intended.

Answer 3

I agree that ALL people, regardless of religion or lack thereof, try to "shove their beliefs" down people's throats. But I see no problem with people sharing their beliefs, so long as:
1. It's done respectfully. This means that when atheists see a question directed at Christians ONLY, it is not the time to proselytize. Same goes for Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, Wiccans, pagans, Hindus, EVERYONE.
2. It's relevant to the question. If someone asks what the boiling point is for water, they probably don't want to know about your faith (or lack of).

I'd prefer tea and toast, or coffee and a granola bar.

Answer 4

Most organized religions require their followers to attempt to convert "nonbelievers". What many disagree upon is "how?". Jamming ones religious doctrine down the throat of another does nothing but offend. It is easier, and more compassionate, to SHOW why you believe rather than tell.

Love which is not accompanied by good works is not true love, but is merely lip service. That is why the Bible says, "Faith without works is dead" (James 2:20). Whether you believe the Bible or not, this principle is universal. Simply believing in something without following it's core tenets is "dead" - not true faith.

I would rather you not listen to my words, but judge me on my actions.

One problem you many run into in this forum is that it does not limit who can answer your question. Unless you specify the group you want to answer and report everyone not in that group who does answer, you will continue to get answers you don't want.

Tea and biscuit (with jam)

Answer 5

Christians are called by God to spread his message of salvation....to ask a Christian to stop spreading the word would be asking them to alter what they believe and are called to do just to make you happy. People on here tend to want to promote acceptance and free speech, but only if it's for what they believe and want to say...there are a few people who are actually looking for answer's but a lot of what I read is just people wanting to rant about other people and disguising it as a question....however I do not believe if a person says's they are not interested in hearing about a particular belief that they should be forced to listen....

Tea and biscuit please and thank you...

Answer 6

If you ask 'What is Hell like?" and only want people who share your beliefs to answer, then you should include your description of Hell for people to copy. Otherwise you should just accept that different people have different views, and consequently if you ask a subjective question you won't agree with all the answers. That's not a form of people shoving religion, or atheism, down anyone's throat. You're more than welcome to ignore any answers you don't like.
Long live freedom of speech.

Answer 7

I am someone who is willing to share my religion of Christianity and my Faith in God and the Lord Jesus Christ with other; however, I believe that you should not force someone to listen to what you have to say if the individuals you are preaching are not interested. As ana American, I believe that one of the greatest freedoms you have is that you can be any religion of your choice and that you are not forced to be part of a religion that you do not like and that is one of the reasons why I do not force you to listen to what I have to say when I preach the Word of God to others.

Answer 8

Just because I don't believe doesn't mean I can't answer. I was raised a Christian and I know people from many other religions that have taught me their beliefs. I just choose to answer in an unbiased manner. I prefer peppermint tea......

Answer 9

It happens when knowledge base is based on parrot readings of a religious book. It is not for the purpose of imparting knowledge, but for sole purpose of selling, branding and advertising a religion.

In such cases essence of knowledge totally lacks.

However it too is part of the game of divine.

Love and peace

Answer 10

Freedom of speech is a great thing as long as you're responsible in how you use it.

Tolerance and respect for other's views and religion are also good things.

Believe in anything does not make that thing true, sorry.

Venti Latte, please.

Answer 11

I know what you mean. Why don't these people realize that pushing their beliefs on other people pushes them away from their religion? Buddha said to be a message, not a missionary. I think that that is a great idea...