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To: Tall_Texan

“in general conversation you don’t say that because of the outrage it generates.”

Youi do realize that you have voiced the argument progressives use for limiting speech, don’t you?

The scandal of the Cross.


178 posted on 10/11/2007 12:19:11 PM PDT by Cletus.D.Yokel
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To: Cletus.D.Yokel
You do realize that you have voiced the argument progressives use for limiting speech, don’t you?

There's one major difference though. I don't favor hate crime laws or thought police to enforce what people should and shouldn't say. I'm not demanding an apology or punishment.

I'm simply saying that, from a practical standpoint, a Christian should know what parts of the Christian belief system are unpalatable to non-believers and to be careful when such subjects are discussed.

I don't like watching some Christians who tell others they are "going to Hell" for some activity they engage in. Even if true, such words only bring resentment and hatred not the self-reflection and repentance the Christian might seek. I don't like it when Christians use Scripture on non-believers like a sledgehammer instead of a lamp. The self-important will spout Scripture at non-believers and think they are doing good works when, in reality, they are alienating everyone around them who disagrees which will make it more difficult to reach them with the Truth when they are in need of salvation. The goal should be to win souls not to impress others on how well you can condemn others scripturally.

375 posted on 10/11/2007 3:39:14 PM PDT by Tall_Texan (No Third Term For Bill Clinton!)
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