Bible Question: Ok, my question is more about Church than the Bible: Why is it that the overwhelming majority of born again Christians come across as strange and brainwashed? This is not definately not always true and it is very refreshing and apprieciated when you meet a born-again Christian who comes across as a normal person. I think that many non-Christians in the world would without question consider converting if it wasn't for these slightly wierd people. I think that there are many people who are interested in learning more but get put off by these people. Sorry if I have offended anyone, can anyone help? |
Bible Answer: Born Again Christians - Why so weird? Here at the forum if you would read 100 posts at random, you would see why people who call themselves Christians are perceived as they are by the world. You will see attitudes that give Christianity a bad name. How do they offend? Let me count the ways: Arrogance, ignorance, taking pride in ignorance, negativeness, smugness, defiance against authority, intolerance toward those who disagree, zeal without knowledge, tactlessness, authoritarian attitudes...and the list goes on and on and on. (A definition of a fanatic - one who, having lost sight of his goals, redoubles his efforts.) I'm not saying that all, or even a majority of, professing Christians are like this. I'm merely saying the common perception of Christians as arrogant, ignorant, intolerant, etc. is well-deserved by many professing Christians. Grace to you, kalos |