Why does America think Christians are Stupid?
I've pondered this question lately and had several discussions on the topic. I'm sure there are many reasons, but here are a few. They all deal with things (both positive and negative) Christians (or those portraying Christians) have done and/or they deal with non-Christians misunderstanding what "real" Christians believe and why.
Christians are called to spread the good news, which when done properly with the Holy Spirit can bring about wonderful things. However, when people become overzealous and try to shove religion down peoples throats, they are left with a sour taste for Christianity. There are those TV evangelists who beg for money and shout fire and brimstone, what is a non-Christian going to think when they see these people on TV? They think who can be so stupid that they believe these guys and send them money. They think that's what Christians believe, send a minister some money and you're saved. Praise Jesus on camera and you'll be healed. Christians know that this isn't the way to Christ and that 90% of those guys on TV are there to exploit people for money.
Christians can be a vocal group, protesting abortion, fighting gay marriage, etc. These are things that Christians believe are sinful and don't belong in our society. However, many non-Christians don't understand why, and telling them it goes against God's law doesn't convice them. They look at Christians and probably think they are stupid for believing some 2000 year old book could be relevant to people's morals today. I've heard some express they believe Christians just do what their preachers tell them to, because they don't know any better. This also relates to the recent election. Many non-Christians on the left are blaming the Evangelical Christians for giving Bush the election. They just don't understand that morals and faith are things which are very important to Christians. I know Bush isn't perfect, he has a number of ideas I don't agree with. However, I as well as many Christians see him as man willing to ask God for help and to stick to his convictions.
Non-Christians only see this world when they make their decisions and live their life, while Christians look to the life ahead. Non-Christians don't know the truth, so when Christians live by the truth and share the truth with nonbelievers, it is seen as silly and stupid. They don't see the consequences of their life and the punishment ahead or understand the reward that awaits them if only they would come to Christ.
The short answer to my question is that most of America doesn't understand Christianity. America forget how most of our founders were devout Christians. The American revolution only happened because a corrupt government abused its colonies, which Christians knew was wrong. They had faith in God and were led by the Holy Spirit to declare and fight for Independence, because their God-given rights were impeded by the authorities. Few Americans think of the founding fathers as stupid.
Christians need to come together and remind America of its roots and let people know what Christians really believe and pray that the Holy Spirit might work in the hearts of Americans to bring them to Christ.
Christians are called to spread the good news, which when done properly with the Holy Spirit can bring about wonderful things. However, when people become overzealous and try to shove religion down peoples throats, they are left with a sour taste for Christianity. There are those TV evangelists who beg for money and shout fire and brimstone, what is a non-Christian going to think when they see these people on TV? They think who can be so stupid that they believe these guys and send them money. They think that's what Christians believe, send a minister some money and you're saved. Praise Jesus on camera and you'll be healed. Christians know that this isn't the way to Christ and that 90% of those guys on TV are there to exploit people for money.
Christians can be a vocal group, protesting abortion, fighting gay marriage, etc. These are things that Christians believe are sinful and don't belong in our society. However, many non-Christians don't understand why, and telling them it goes against God's law doesn't convice them. They look at Christians and probably think they are stupid for believing some 2000 year old book could be relevant to people's morals today. I've heard some express they believe Christians just do what their preachers tell them to, because they don't know any better. This also relates to the recent election. Many non-Christians on the left are blaming the Evangelical Christians for giving Bush the election. They just don't understand that morals and faith are things which are very important to Christians. I know Bush isn't perfect, he has a number of ideas I don't agree with. However, I as well as many Christians see him as man willing to ask God for help and to stick to his convictions.
Non-Christians only see this world when they make their decisions and live their life, while Christians look to the life ahead. Non-Christians don't know the truth, so when Christians live by the truth and share the truth with nonbelievers, it is seen as silly and stupid. They don't see the consequences of their life and the punishment ahead or understand the reward that awaits them if only they would come to Christ.
The short answer to my question is that most of America doesn't understand Christianity. America forget how most of our founders were devout Christians. The American revolution only happened because a corrupt government abused its colonies, which Christians knew was wrong. They had faith in God and were led by the Holy Spirit to declare and fight for Independence, because their God-given rights were impeded by the authorities. Few Americans think of the founding fathers as stupid.
Christians need to come together and remind America of its roots and let people know what Christians really believe and pray that the Holy Spirit might work in the hearts of Americans to bring them to Christ.
muttmutt I think you are confused, which could be why your comment doesn't make too much sense.
I tolerate many beliefs and ideas, however that does not mean I accept them. There is a great difference, but somehow the definition of tolerance has been lost to most people. The Christian message is one of love, not hate.
And if I were you, I would stop claiming to be an archangel, people might think you have some issues.
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Chris |
10:31 PM