~”I find it curious that so many of you are so defensive about your religion.”~
Some of us are overly defensive about our faith. I suspect Pavlov’s dog could provide some clues.
It seems that Mormons and Catholics are the two denominations that it’s acceptable for the balance of American Christians to assault. There are, naturally, psychological consequences to that.
I, for one, find your honesty refreshing. You disagree vehemently with us; but you’ve refrained from the falsehoods and attacks that we’re used to seeing from our regular detractors.
I do, however, respectfully submit that you are not authorized or qualified to determine if I am a follower of Christ, or that I’m going to Hell. Only one Being has earned that right.
By the way, I suspect neither of us is going to Hell. I’ll be sure to say hello when I meet you.
“I, for one, find your honesty refreshing. You disagree vehemently with us; but you’ve refrained from the falsehoods and attacks that we’re used to seeing from our regular detractors.”
I have not read any other threads on this topic, so I will take your word about being attacked. I’ve stayed away from FR for a while simply because I need a break from politics at times. I tend to become obsessed. ;-)
Thanks for the lively discussion tonight, My boys and I have stayed up far too late to reply, though, and need to be off to bed. Have a lovely night!
To be fair, other denominations get their fair share of 'assault' as well.
While I do my best not to religion bash, (okay, except Islam :-) ) please know that Catholics assault Protestants just as equally as the other way around. Doesn't make it right, just a fact.
I will do all I can to keep Hillary Clinton from entering that oval office she and her so called husband disgraced. If Romney is the nominee, he gets my vote.