Does "Christian Identity" represent all Christians?

Question

So why say Al Qaeda represents all muslims if this does not represent all Chrstians? Christian Identity, along with KKK, are even allowed to host parades in public and get protection from the police. What justifies this? Should I blame every Christian out there for their actions, especially Rosewood? That wouldn't make much sense, now would it? How about having the same rationale and realizing that there are fringe elements of extremism on all sides, and that the majority are peace loving peoples who are trying to adhere to the true message of their faiths/non faiths.

Here is a link to that group. What do you think about this? Tell me your thoughts, please ?

http://www.adl.org/learn/ext_us/Christian_Identity.asp?xpicked=4&item=Christian_ID

Answer 1

There are extremists in every culture and every religion. It does not mean we should eliminate all cultures and all religions. It does mean we all need to find a balance and encourage others to do the same. It takes great courage to take a firm stand for what you believe, but if that belief hurts others, especially the innocent, there is something wrong with that belief. Learn all you can to help counteract the 'goofey' indoctrinations of the extreme camps and teach others what you learn. Most of the extremists have never learned the power of love. All they know is hate and anger, vengence and control. That is why the muslim cannot understand the Christian...the genuine Christian that is. Allah has no compassion for sinners. Jesus does. Forgiveness brings moderation and love. Christian Identity wants to associate themselves with being the 'chosen people' and therefore they get special attention from God. My Bible teaches me that we are all children of God, all made in His image, and all sinners in need of a Savior. They are extreme in their racism and anti-semitism...but some of them have moderated over the years and are learning the truths about what previous generations taught them. It is the responsibility of every generation to check out what they have been taught and measure it against something secure...the Bible. Man's interpretations of it are not good enough. Every cult has a measure of truth mixed with lies.

Answer 2

Good questions. I will attempt a direct and honest answer.

No, 'Christian Identity' does not represent all Christians. -but I suspect you already know that, don't you?

(Your sarcasm is visible, which is why I'm attempting to answer you.)

People believe Al Queda represents all Muslims for several reasons:
1) Right now, name three Imams, three Ayatollahs, and three Muslim organizations who have publicly and loudly condemned Al Queda. -I couldn't either.
2) I have read the Koran, and see Al Queda doing what it says. When I ask my Muslim associates to explain this, none of them can present a Koranic explanation of why Al Queda is wrong. -only one thought they were.
3) I have been to several mosques in several states. In every one I have heard the Al Queda version of the Koran taught, -no other, ever.
4) I don't think Al Queda is an extremist view. I think it is the mainstream Muslim view. I think this because this is what every Muslim I know thinks -except one.

Now, I have honestly tried to understand Islam. But, what else can I think about Islam, except what the Muslims around me have shown me? The one Muslim I know who is a good, kind, Allah fearing man who attempts to live in peace with his fellow men is not welcome in any mosque in our city! But I am honored that he calls me his friend. I would be very pleased if you are to be the second Muslim I meet with whom I could be friends. I hope you understand the respect I have shown you by sharing my experiences with you.

May God bless you and your search for the Truth.

Answer 3

Big Red Machine is correct. However at the same time, the Christian Identify movement is denounced by mainstream Christianity. Islam is strangely silent on condemning Osama bin Laden. (Yet quick to issue death fatwas for authors like Salman Rushdie).

At Klan rallys police protection is needed because people protesting against the Klan far outnumber those in the KKK.

At anti-American rallys in the Middle East, the police are participating. Everyone is participating shouting "Death to America."

Do you see the difference?

Answer 4

In the USA people have the right to religious belief but not action that go against the law ; Regardless of what name or sect thereof ....
peace

Answer 5

That "group" is off the wall. It is not in any way, shape, or form the Christianity of Jesus Christ.