Some people say that I am an embarrassment to the Christians on this forum.
There was one Christian in the past that said I should tone down the way I
present Christianity. I have made an effort to do that. Sometimes I forget.
However, I was wondering how many Christians look at me with embarrassment.
10 Mar 12
Originally posted by RJHindsIt's not for me to say what your fellow Christians think, but, for what it's worth, I would say that you are a very ineffective - and arguably alienating - advocate of your belief system.
Some people say that I am an embarrassment to the Christians on this forum.
There was one Christian in the past that said I should tone down the way I
present Christianity. I have made an effort to do that. Sometimes I forget.
However, I was wondering how many Christians look at me with embarrassment.
10 Mar 12
Originally posted by RJHindsI simply thought that seeing as you were reflecting on your demeanour towards others - something that I have urged you to do several times - that some candid input from a fellow regular poster would be welcome, even if I am not a Christian. Personally, I think it would be to this forum's benefit if you were a more effective advocate of your belief system.
You seem alienating and obnoxious yourself.
Originally posted by RJHindsI haven't been following your latest posts but, yes, I have been cringing in my heart with embarrassment at many of your utterances.
Some people say that I am an embarrassment to the Christians on this forum.
There was one Christian in the past that said I should tone down the way I
present Christianity. I have made an effort to do that. Sometimes I forget.
However, I was wondering how many Christians look at me with embarrassment.
Humility is a Christian virtue in which you seem to be most lacking. Clearly, we do NOT have all the answers. Paul says we look into an unclear mirror, or "through a glass darkly". Glib one-liners are therefore not a solution to the deep divisions which reflect the complexities of the spiritual path.
Maybe this post is an indication that there may well be a change of heart, and that you may still be willing to admit to fallibility.
But for goodness' sake, drop the smug "so there, now I've really told you off!" face that you so often sign off with!
10 Mar 12
Originally posted by CalJustAll my smug comments are aimed at atheist, evolutionists, and those with other
I haven't been following your latest posts but, yes, I have been cringing in my heart with embarrassment at many of your utterances.
Humility is a Christian virtue in which you seem to be most lacking. Clearly, we do NOT have all the answers. Paul says we look into an unclear mirror, or "through a glass darkly". Glib one-liners are therefore not a ...[text shortened]... the smug "so there, now I've really told you off!" face that you so often sign off with!
religious beliefs. They think they are wise and know the truth. I am here to
let them know they are believing in lies. Sometimes that requires tough
language and a little smugness IMO and a HalleluYah ever now and then.
10 Mar 12
Originally posted by RJHindsWell you are doing a terrible job. Mostly you just convince us even more that your brand of Christianity is a sign of insanity.
All my smug comments are aimed at atheist, evolutionists, and those with other
religious beliefs. They think they are wise and know the truth. I am here to
let them know they are believing in lies.
10 Mar 12
Originally posted by RJHindsAnd yet even you now seem to realize it's counterproductive; hence this thread. The "tough language" and "smugness" come across too often as just insecurity and mean-spiritedness, as if your faith is failing to give you that sense of spiritual poise and deportment - or even joy - that others might want to emulate or be more curious about. The main victim of all this is your ability to act well as an ambassador for your belief system.
I am here to let them know they are believing in lies. Sometimes that requires tough language and a little smugness IMO and a HalleluYah ever now and then.
10 Mar 12
Originally posted by RJHindsHow you, a proven chess engine user, can go on about making claims about peoples supposed lies is simply bewildering. Do you have a mirror? If so i suggest taking a good long, hard look in it.
All my smug comments are aimed at atheist, evolutionists, and those with other
religious beliefs. They think they are wise and know the truth. I am here to
let them know they are believing in lies. Sometimes that requires tough
language and a little smugness IMO and a HalleluYah ever now and then.
10 Mar 12
Originally posted by twhiteheadWell, I think my brand of Christianity is far less insane than the brand of
Well you are doing a terrible job. Mostly you just convince us even more that your brand of Christianity is a sign of insanity.
atheisim that believes evolution is a proven fact and the unniverse came into
existence by an explosion or "Big Bang" from no telling what.