What is your view on Christians? Why?
2007-09-17 01:18:38 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I think we're alright.
2007-09-17 01:22:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 2⤋
As a group in general?
I have found for the most part in my 59 years on the earth that they strongly believe in their faith, which is good. But also, I have found out, that they are so against other faiths that they will go to extemes to tell you that, you are going to hell, if you don't believe as they do, which I think is wrong. I do not go around trying to strangle my beliefs on others.
Over the years, through all my reading and research, I am appalled by what was done in the name of Jesus. Many cultures no longer exists because Christian Missionaries wiped out the cultures of what they decided was heathen in the eyes of this Christian God.
In our own country, the United States, Native American children were beaten for speaking their native tongue and if they were caught praying to the Great Spirit, their parents were also beaten, some were even put to death for allowing their children to worship in the old ways. This all for the sake of Christanity.
Christians?
No thanks, people of my faith were put to death during the burning times in early America, because of these "do-gooders".
Our Pagan holidays are just as sacred to us as their Christian holidays, but now they added a new twist on the subject: Samhaim, our new year has been turned into their devil's holiday. When I asked some Satanists about this, they laughed. I was given a copy of the Satanic Bible written by their founder, Anton LeVey. And it states very clearly, that the only day that important is to them is the day you were born. Every thing else is a plot against non-Christians. I'm inclined to agree with the late Mr. LeVey.
There are 3 major things that should never be discussed: Religion, because you cannot force your beliefs on others; Politics, basically the same reason & the Great Pumpkin, another mystery by Linus Van Pelt.
I have always been very opinionated & this is not going to change, nor are the views that Christians have about the rest of us,
2007-09-17 13:51:48 · answer #2 · answered by ♫ Bubastes, Cat Goddess♥ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are some misconceptions about what it means to be a Christian on a day to day basis. I see Christians as being like any other group of people. There are: those who believe and try to live it, those who believe it-but do not live it, those who don't believe and just want to be seen. These are the only options I see. It doesn't matter what group I look at, I see the same kind of thing happening. It doesn't matter if your talking about Nuns or Whores, nor if you're talking about Ministers/Priests, or Politicians, (grin), there are both good and bad. Calling it as I see it, this is the way it goes. Being a Christian doesn't mean one renounces humanity. Some have expectations based on the ideal: namely - the life of Jesus Christ. Jesus is our example to strive for, but no Christian is perfect. They are no holier than anyone and just as human as everyone. They make mistakes, have regrets, laugh, tell jokes, and even have a sensual side, enjoying human physical, mental and spiritual pleasures. Just as others, they try to learn from their mistakes and appreciate that we can learn from others, including others of different beliefs. Then again there are always exceptions. Personally, I enjoy the respectful sharing that comes from interaction with others regarding spirituality.
Blessed Be
2007-09-25 00:59:26 · answer #3 · answered by Linda B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before I start, let me say that I'm Christian.
I agree with the Ghandi quote up there. Christ was a great person- he helped out the sick, he gave to the poor, etc. etc., and otherwise did pretty awesome things in the eyes of any person, Atheist, Satanist, Buddhist, or even some strange African religion. He did good things that helped people out of the goodness of his heart. THAT'S what a Christian is supposed to do.
However, Christianity is kind of like cookie dough. The raw ideas are great, and when they're done as they should be, they're even better. It's when they're overdone, over-analyzed, and robotically executed is when they're not right. There are so many things that Christians could do as a group that would be following Christ's way. They could be out helping with a kid's toy drive. They might be volunteering for their local fire department. Sadly, many spend much of their time rallying outside of gay clubs and abortion clinics holding signs, yelling at science teachers for explaining evolution, and doing otherwise idiotic things, using the Bible as their excuse.
These people are giving a terrible name to Christians. Christianity is about love, compassion, and hope, not about whether Freddie Mercury is the Devil's son.
So many in my eyes are stupid and ignorant. However, I love the principles of my religion, and I'm going to stick to it.
2007-09-17 20:52:47 · answer #4 · answered by Leafy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Real Christians (those that obey the bible and act as Christ would want them to) are great. Though I am not a Christian, I admire them for having the strength to practice what they believe in the face of overwhelming temptation and also marvel at the patience and care for humankind they have.
Fake "Christians" who use the Bible as a weapon for their own purposes, obey only the laws of their faith which are convenient for them, and don't seem to understand that Christ's central message was that of love, peace, and brotherhood... I can't stand those assholes.
Of course, it isn't just "Christians" who are like that. Every faith has a few of their ilk. I don't like those bastards either.
2007-09-17 16:34:38 · answer #5 · answered by Expat Mike 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My view is pretty dim. Not because of what they choose to believe -- that's totally their business -- but because the vast majority of Christians I've known in my life simply do not walk in Jesus' footsteps. They'd rather judge you and mock you and act spiteful, prideful, and sometimes even hateful, than reach out to people with love, compassion, and humility.
As Gandhi once told somebody, "I like your Christ. I do not like your Christians. They are so unlike your Christ."
I have no problem with Jesus and his teachings. It's his followers that chased me away.
2007-09-17 08:27:07 · answer #6 · answered by Cap'n Zeemboo 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
As long as they leave me alone and don't bother me, I don't mind them. The second they start spreading their... ehm, and claiming they're better than everyone else, and that we should all do just as they do... or asking STUPID question on here, that have been asked 100 times already...
The red rag falls over my eyes and I bring out my swords. My Gods could use a big bloody sacrifice.
2007-09-17 08:24:59 · answer #7 · answered by Ymmo the Heathen 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well in a lot of christians have become arrogant these days because of their religion..at least most of them they believe that when other people dont believe their beliefs then theyre assumed to burn in hell and all that jazz..but there are some who really stick to their commitment as christians who are true to the teachings and just be humble people who accept others well at least some of them.
2007-09-17 08:23:57 · answer #8 · answered by hapon_ata_ako 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I happen to like Christians.
Why? Because of the fellowship. We know the love and mercy of the one true God and share in the covenant of the New Testament.
2007-09-17 08:42:27 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you are talking about true christians this is my view:
they are christ-like people presenting what jesus wants the world to know.
they are christ's diciples who are here to preach the gospel & help people reach out to their god.
im a christian believing the bible, that jesus existed and the is god and the holy spirit.
2007-09-25 03:56:33 · answer #10 · answered by doctor 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jesus with us till the end of time so no matter what happens an no matter what people say
2007-09-24 12:32:49 · answer #11 · answered by A X 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋