[stuartcr]

Hasn't it occurred to anyone that this could be one of the reasons Christians, and especially vocal, fundamentalist Christians, get such a bad rap? You don't see rabbis, mullahs, or even priests acting like that do you? A lot of people see this sort of thing, and stereotype other fundamentalists or those that are vocal about their beliefs. This sometimes highly vocal behavior is not seen that much in the more eastern religions. Before I get blasted by a bunch of freepers telling me they aren't like this, please note that I am not accusing anyone of this, it's just an observation.

[Captain Kirk]

Not seen in the Eastern religions? What about Rev. Moon and that yogi guy from India. They've done pretty well for themselves.

[1 FELLOW FREEPER]

A lot of the leaders of eastern religions have cornered the market on castles, diamonds, and Rolls Royces.

[steve-b]

Hasn't it occurred to anyone that this could be one of the reasons Christians, and especially vocal, fundamentalist Christians, get such a bad rap? You don't see rabbis, mullahs, or even priests acting like that do you?

That reminds me of the joke about the Jewish televangelist: "OK, so don't give. See if I care! But your mother will know you didn't give and it will break her heart...."

[RightOnline]

"This sometimes highly vocal behavior is not seen that much in the more eastern religions."

Right, there, stu. They don't bother; they just kill ya.

[ladyinred]

I am one of those Christians, and I agree with you, I sure am not going to blast you for saying what is probably true. They do give Christianity a bad name, and they are an embarrassment to some of us.
They do NOT however, represent the whole of Christians, and not all Freepers who are believers, but I can see where some would get the idea that they do.
The LOVE of money, is the root of all Evil, and I am afraid some of the big time Ministries have fallen into this pit. I can't speak for what is in their hearts, but the outside sure makes me think this about some of them.
I hope for their sake, that this is not true, but the evidence sure points to it since they always beg for money for the Gospel, then purchase a 5 million dollar home.

[Ciexyz]

I contribute to my local church. For the Combined Federal Campaign (equivalent of United Way), I designate a local charity. I keep my money in the neighborhood.