...why do try to push your views on others?
Golly - is THIS what it seems like I'm doing?
I thought I was explaining WHY I believed the way I do. Oh well....
NIV Acts 26:24-29
24. At this point Festus interrupted Paul's defense. "You are out of your mind, Paul!" he shouted. "Your great learning is driving you insane."
25. "I am not insane, most excellent Festus," Paul replied. "What I am saying is true and reasonable.
26. The king is familiar with these things, and I can speak freely to him. I am convinced that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner.
27. King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know you do."
28. Then Agrippa said to Paul, "Do you think that in such a short time you can persuade me to be a Christian Protestant?"
29. Paul replied, "Short time or long--I pray God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains."
NIV Hebrews 4:12
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.