Honestly, very often.
Although its not my place to judge their beliefs or their personal interpretations of scripture, I do feel that many of them are stumbling blocks to people who might believe if it weren't for the actions of certain people. Its true that we aren't supposed to base our faith around other followers, but that's much easier said than done. Christians are, by definition, supposed to be Christ-like ... and if Christ was like alot of people who call themselves Christians, I'm not sure that I'd be one myself.
What I can't stand is the judgmental responses of those who claim that a true Christian would never do certain things. Salvation and guidance by the Holy Spirit doesn't ensure that we still can't fall victim to temptation. If it were possible for us to be perfect, we wouldn't need Jesus. And I have a very big problem with those who would claim otherwise.
I hope that's human enough for you ... I've given you my true feelings on the subject.
2007-05-20 16:23:52
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answered by Anonymous
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Now, this is a loaded question.
If I say that I've never been frustrated, angered, or embarrassed by some other "Christian" (or Christian wannabee) on this forum to the point where I would have maybe enjoyed indulging in physical violence, I'd be a liar.
Heck, we've all felt that way, when some member of the group we are here representing makes a total @ss of him/herself, I'm sure. I'll bet you've gritted your teeth at some atheist bs, yourself...
On the other hand, if I say that I actually have wanted to kick an @ss or two, or maybe do want to, that would make me a hypocrite. After all, the person who has stepped on my toes is also only human, and, as a Christian, I am supposed to be mature enough to forgive his error, and, if possible, privately exhort him to try to be a better example. After all, for many folks on here, we Christians are the only Christ they will ever know.
Let me rather say that, instead of kicking their phyisical @ss, I would rather take their computers away from them till they learn how to behave.
I can see the scene in my mind:
Granny Christian disconnects the offender's computer and says "You are GROUNDED young man, till you can learn Who you belong to, and Who is is you are representing there in YA. No arguments, I'm pulling the plug. Now I wanna see you hit those Sunday School books, NOW, mister, do you hear me?" Off she sails, computer cord in hand....
Half an hour later, Granny Christian (me, of course) tip toes back and peeks into the room. IF our young man is doing what he's supposed to be doing, I bring in the tray of cookies and milk I'm carrying and tell him how proud I am of him. If not, I simply close the door and go back downstairs, muttering.
Ungrateful little brat, must have gotten it from his grandfather's side of the family...
EDIT:
Don't blame me. You asked for a human response.
After all, I am a writer...
*grins*
2007-05-20 16:50:23
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answered by Anonymous
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People are quick to respond negatively instead of responding with a Christ-like answer and that gives off the stereotype that we hate anybody who doesn't beleive in what we believe. So yes, there are lots of times when I want to respond poorly. Instead though I will usually type out my answer, and then read it two or three times and then I usually end up deleting the whole thing and answering differently completely.
Some people think that they know the word of God too and so they misquote or use things in the wrong context to make their point. I don't know the bible well enough to quote it so I don't try, I just try to give an answer that does not judge, and is hopefully balanced enough so that the other side can stop and say, hmm never thought of it that way.
2007-05-20 16:31:27
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answered by Patrick E 6
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It hurts to the heart of my soul to see those responses. They are my brothers and sisters, yet I fear for the sake of those who did not respond and non-believer alike. How sad to see a negative response cause another to stumble.
At the same time I must believe that the Spirit of God is moving all of His children in accordance with His will. I can not be the judge. Perhaps the different responses in a forum like this address the needs of so many who enter here. I must leave it to God. And I rejoice in His judgement.
Lastly, I fell shame for my own misunderstanding and sincerely pray that my own input did not somehow come from a spirit lacking in humility.
But all of this is not a valid response to your question because of the last line in your comments. The word that I have hidden in my heart and the new creation that I have become makes it impossible to respond as a true human and without His words.
2007-05-20 16:44:28
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answered by sympleesymple 5
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Hey, I'll be the first to admit that some of it really bugs me,but to be honest there have also been times when I have looked back at some of my own answers and wished I had given a slightly more enlightened response myself. However, I will say with some of the answers that people give really make other Christians look bad and validate some of the stereotypes that are out there.
My true human response: Idiots!
2007-05-20 16:25:17
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answered by knockout85 3
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A Christian's worst enemies are other Christians. 1 Corinthians 11 talks about this. Verse 11 says: "In the following directives I have no praise for you, for your meetings do more harm than good."
Actually, that's not true, because they're pretty much the same as atheists if they think that God is analogous with a sense of loyalty to an organisation. That's the same as any institution. It's no surprise. In fact, it strengthens your faith to face trials on a small basis. It's good practice.
2 Thessalonians 1:4
Therefore, among God's churches we boast about your perseverance and faith in all the persecutions and trials you are enduring.
2007-05-20 16:24:13
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answered by MiD 4
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I am so disheartened at the lack of love with these people.
I am here to be of some help because I have been studying the bible in earnest since 1970 and would love to help explain some scriptures with everyone.
But seems like making fun of everyone is the norm here.
They call each other names and discourage true learning.
Satan is alive and well controlling these q & a
2007-05-20 16:40:08
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answered by debbie2243 7
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There are a lot of things I don't agree with as far as my Christian brothers and sisters. Some things I refuse to argue about or debate. But then there are those things that are most important to me and no-one would ever change my mind, regardless of what they said.
What annoys me more than anything they say, is in real life Christianity when they show me, that talk is cheap, but actions are worth a million bucks.
2007-05-20 16:23:07
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answered by Tenderluvncareplz 2
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Well, I wish they could all respond with Gods love, grace and mercy to the lost. We must love all sinners and the without in Christ. We need Gods grace at all times on here!
We have a job to do and we need to do it right, not make these poor lost souls run further away from God. We Christians must plant the seed of Gods love and God will water it.
Born Again Christians!!! We must stand together united as one for the lost. We literally must open the eyes of the blind; we must preach an uninvited gospel about an uninvited Christ and an uninvited salvation BUT MINISTER IT WITH POWER, LOVE, GRACE AND MERCY AND THEN SEE MEN CONVERTED TO THE LORD JESUS CHRIST!.
We have the blood of these precious people on our own hands if we don't sow the right seeds into their lives!
All I can say to these Christians that rather bash then love. Repent, Repent and ask God to forgive you for loosing one of his precious children to Satan.
2007-05-20 16:35:52
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answered by Purity 4
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hahahahaha, human emotion? hahaha
Well I got to say that sometimes when someone says something that is really offensive I get angry and my thoughts are not really Christians, but then again, God knew that things like that would happened, and He tout me to ignore some questions and to ask for forgiveness to Him.
Of course we sin, is natural, if we did not got might be a liar, and He is not. The difference is that we accept what we did and ask for forgiveness.
Take care.
2007-05-21 01:57:59
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answered by Yanya Yanyitus de Yanhoos 6
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