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Post by fixit on Aug 14, 2014 14:34:50 GMT -5
Perhaps those who claim to be 'authentic christians' or 'genuine christians' feel they can make statement like that without others coming to the conclusion that they therefore must be false, counterfeit, or fake christians. It probably seems kinder than simply saying they are excluded because they are wrong. Rational ~ Actually, I don't like this designation, as it usually causes contention over what it implies. In the Bible it speaks of genuine Christianity being shown when we show compassion to the less fortunate and needy amongst us and do something to alleivate their situation. Honestly, genuine love and compassion will always be appreciated and noted when it's actually demonstrated within this world, leaving a lasting impression. JMT I'm with you on that. Jesus taught genuine love and compassion, as did other great teachers. I'm not sure that it would be appreciated and noted by jihadists as they chop off your head exclaiming "Allah is great!". Anything's possible though. If a non-Christian has more genuine love and compassion than a Christian, what are we to make of that?
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Post by snow on Aug 14, 2014 15:01:44 GMT -5
Rational ~ Actually, I don't like this designation, as it usually causes contention over what it implies. In the Bible it speaks of genuine Christianity being shown when we show compassion to the less fortunate and needy amongst us and do something to alleivate their situation. Honestly, genuine love and compassion will always be appreciated and noted when it's actually demonstrated within this world, leaving a lasting impression. JMT I'm with you on that. Jesus taught genuine love and compassion, as did other great teachers. I'm not sure that it would be appreciated and noted by jihadists as they chop off your head exclaiming "Allah is great!". Anything's possible though. If a non-Christian has more genuine love and compassion than a Christian, what are we to make of that? Maybe it means that love and compassion are not contingent upon anyone being part of a particular group?
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Post by faune on Aug 14, 2014 15:10:22 GMT -5
Rational ~ Actually, I don't like this designation, as it usually causes contention over what it implies. In the Bible it speaks of genuine Christianity being shown when we show compassion to the less fortunate and needy amongst us and do something to alleivate their situation. Honestly, genuine love and compassion will always be appreciated and noted when it's actually demonstrated within this world, leaving a lasting impression. JMT I'm with you on that. Jesus taught genuine love and compassion, as did other great teachers. I'm not sure that it would be appreciated and noted by jihadists as they chop off your head exclaiming "Allah is great!". Anything's possible though. If a non-Christian has more genuine love and compassion than a Christian, what are we to make of that?
Fixit ~ At least somebody takes it to heart when it comes to showing love and compassion to their fellowman?
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Post by rational on Aug 15, 2014 0:52:52 GMT -5
If a non-Christian has more genuine love and compassion than a Christian, what are we to make of that? That christian belief is superfluous?
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Post by fixit on Aug 15, 2014 5:39:05 GMT -5
Many Christians would disagree with you. Fixit ~ I'm aware of that fact and it's unfortunate that people feel this way. However, doctrinal beliefs don't need to put up walls between us. I'm sure there are a lot of people out there with good Christian principles that maybe do not see eye to eye on some issues, but that shouldn't build up barriers within Christianity. People really need to learn to be more tolerance of others and accepting of their differences even in beliefs. I agree. People are turned away from Christianity when it loses the simplicity that is in Christ.
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Post by rational on Aug 15, 2014 7:28:23 GMT -5
I agree. People are turned away from Christianity when it loses the simplicity that is in Christ. I don't think, on the whole, it is simple. While a religion that advocates living a simple life looks simple it quickly becomes complicated when the ramifications of the religion are examined.
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