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Stuart,
try and learn about people, and why they believe as they do
We have a different perspective. I try to learn about God and how to glorify him through the wisdom I gain from the knowledge I receive.

validity/proof for their own beliefs/faith
I believe that God is personal and His Spirit testifies to my spirit through His Word to the truth and I require no further validation.

sometimes, this doesn't seem to get across to people
Maybe you should try a different method of communication. ;)

I would gladly ask them the same questions.Do you think 'they' would receive your questions without wanting to know more about your beliefs? You see, Christians are concerned for God's glory and your salvation. It isn't necessarily that they are threatened, but rather they may be confident that you are wrong and in danger of spending eternity in hell. It is loving for a Christian to tell someone that they are hell bound unless they turn to the living God.

[stuartcr]

I thank God daily, that we are all individuals.

Good, as I said, I require none either...but it appears that there are some that do.

Being on the internet, we have to use the limited skills we have, perhaps I will acquire new ones.

I never know how anyone will receive my questions, but that hasn't stopped me yet...although, I find that I do get frustrated and/or offended sometimes.

Thanks