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Then I suggest you read the book before commenting on it. I am not a bible thumper myself. I have been called a heretic by the protestant church and several thousand Catholic priests. All because I said, "I don't care what man has to say about it. I want to know what God has to say." And thus was I called a heretic. And as for when this became a religion discussion, about the same time someone arguing Pro-gay in military stated something to that affect.
I bet you can't find anything in the bible that contradicts itself. Re-read my post again. Then read the book, and figure it out. Don't continue doing what the priests did to you, remember the pharisees? I know I'm imperfect, probably more than I or anyone else cares to admit about themselves. But I try to make it right. The difference between you and the priests is this, you knew that they were wrong in telling you not to read it for yourself. So don't use that as an excuse to not read it, that's the victimization stance. (I'm gay because I was molested.. I'm a murderer because I didn't get a dog when I was five. Society failed me..)If you let yourself be a victim, then you will stay one forever.. kinda like if this nation does nothing about the terrorist attack on the 11th andcurls up and plays dead.. "Because we've been victimized" That line don't work here with me.

I bet you can't find anything in the bible that contradicts itself

Isn't there something in there about: "...an eye for an eye.." and "..though shall not kill..." or maybe "...turn the other cheek..." and "... smiting ones enemies..."
I could be mistaken though.

If you let yourself be a victim

I'm not a victim, I just have no religious preference whatsoever. A majority of people who are quick to share their views on religion are equaly as quick to not let anyone else share theirs. When I can find a religion that can build its followers up without having to trash everyone thats different, maybe I'll come back. Until then, nothing is missing from my life.