Why does the wrongdoing of other Christians justify atheists attacking and berating me?

Question

I have not tried to force my beliefs down anyone's throat, yet some atheists here think that since other Christians have, that justifies them ridiculing my beliefs. Why is that?

Answer 1

It doesn't.

Answer 2

Not all persons (believers and non-believers) who post to this Forum are intolerant or hate-mongers. And judging by some of their written words, some self-professed Christians seem to have wandered away from the “love thy neighbor” reservation.

Please don’t make the mistake of extrapolating the behaviors in this Forum by some persons as representative of the populations of believers or non-believers. What you observe herein is a social aberration of the real populations of these groups. It is both interesting yet sad to see how some will behave when hiding behind the anonymity of the computer.

Why persons think that the anonymity of this Forum grants them a license to ignore common social graces bewilders me. I suspect that these persons would be truly ashamed if they knew their parents, husband, wife, children, etc., learned of some of the things they write herein. Clearly they do their loved ones a disservice and dishonor them with such behavior.

In answer to your question, I would argue that Christians and non-believers are just like other folks; some are overly sensitive, insensitive, kind of spirit or not easily ruffled. In short, we are all imperfect people in an imperfect world. I believe charity of spirit is the most important quality one should strive to obtain. Such a benevolent goodwill enables a person to peacefully co-exist with everyone and make this imperfect world just a little bit more tolerable. We all have our inherent biases and flaws, but there is no reason we cannot strive to be better, no matter what our personal circumstances may be.

I encourage you to keep asking questions in an objective manner. You will sometimes get useful responses. I try to answer questions so structured with a cogent response.

Answer 3

I know what you mean... I am not a "preaching" Christian, unless someone asks to talk. I think the best thing that you can do for yourself is to live as an example for others. We are not here to judge and when you feel as if someone is judging you, pray for them and then let it go.... people will ALWAYS be fighting over these issues.

Answer 4

Ridicule comes from not the attacks on atheist, but the irrational beliefs.

Answer 5

OK enough of your hating on people who arent christians! So much for being a non-judgemental individual huh? You try not to force your religion on anyone? Everytime I turn around I see you posted another anti-atheist question! Stop projecting your own insecurities with your faith onto atheists that havent said a word of what you're claiming.

Answer 6

Nobody is ridiculing your beliefs. They're ridiculing the intolerant questions you have asked. Even though you have not tried to force your beliefs down anyone's throat, your posts advocate doing so. That is horrifying, un-American, and un-Christian.

Answer 7

Are you certain you present yourself in a kind and understanding light? Are you absolutely certain that others see you the same way you see yourself? Might want to consider that before complaining about the responses you get.

Answer 8

Your beliefs are ridiculous. That's the problem.

If you want the ridicule to stop, get a less ridiculous set of beliefs.

It wouldn't hurt if you stopped whining about imaginary persecution as well. It's ridiculous that you come here acting like you have and then complain that it's other Christians' behavior causing your problems.

Answer 9

This is really getting old. Your continued whining about this is in violation of the community guidelines for this board.

Answer 10

Someone call the Wambulance!! Another Christian Persecution Complex!!!!!! WAAAAAAAA!!!!!

STFU dude. Its getting really old, brah. And, if you really want to know why your beleifs are ridiculed, all you need to do is understand them... You should read more about FSM, the allegory that demonstrates that your beleifs are ridiculous.

Answer 11

what goes around comes around... karma.... in those "other" christians we see the true facts about christianity..... it's always not me... but if you look at the origins of christianity especially catholicism it is very violent.... nothing good ever comes from violence.... spiritually speaking you all contribute to it..... you simply choose not to see it....