A person who believes in a false hope because they can't accept that they are just going to die like all the rest of us and succumb to the black nothingness that is our unavoidable future as humans.
Truth.
Truth.
That christian ass hole thinks he's up on a pedestal...
he's gonna be in the ground before me.
worm food bitches.
just like jesus.
he's gonna be in the ground before me.
worm food bitches.
just like jesus.
by shadaisy mcjangles February 4, 2010
Get the christianmug. Perhaps the single most debated thing in the entire world, next to abortion. Involves major characters from religions across the world, such as Islam and Judaism. In all three religions, a single God stays in the middle of all conflict, with differing views depending on the religion one is looking at.
The major difference with Christianity, though, is that Christians believe that Jesus of Nazareth, a man who was born around the year 0 (while most scholars now believe the date could have been a couple of years later), was and is divine. The story behind Jesus is that God, the loving, caring, creator of the universe, saw that the world was slowly sinking into it's own evil, and sent his only son to save the people, by offering himself as a sacrifice to cleanse the sins of the people of the earth. This form of sacrifice dates back to early Jewish practices, except that instead of an innocent human, animals were sacrificed to please God and beg for forgiveness.
There is no doubt that Jesus Christ did exist, as three major world religions do make references about him, only in differing ways. The Jews think he was a prophet, not the Messiah (perhaps because his teaching went against many of the things that Jews originally thought), the Muslims think he was a prophet, but that he had little significance besides the fact that he was a wise man, and the Christians think he was divine.
Personal Opinion: For all of you athiests out there, I understand that believing in an all powerful, universe controlling Mega-God may be hard, but look around. Do you honestly think that everything, from the sky, to the earth, to yourself, just happened? It is almost foolish to say that everything just "happened", because there is so much proof against it.
Think of it this way: The Jews are foretold to be God's chosen people. They are, in a sense, protected by God, though it may not seem to always be that way. Want an example? In Jewish history, past and present, Jews have fought in wars after wars, been persecuted, killed, tortured, and nearly wiped out, yet they are still a powerful world religion, mainly in the middle east. Do you see anybody around now who worships Baal, the fertility god? Or Ra, the god of the sun? The answer is no. Those religions died off after a short time, because they had nothing backing them up. In Judaism, Islam, and Christianity, all three worship the same God, just in different ways, with different beliefs.
Now, to the point of Jesus the Christ. Scholars know, without a doubt, that Jesus was an actual man, that he did live, around the year 0.
People think Christians and Jews are so different, when in fact, they really aren't. Christians are just Jews who have realized their Messiah, while Jews think he still is to come.
My own personal belief? God does have a son. His name was Jesus of Nazareth, son of Joseph the Carpenter and Mary. I do believe that he was born of a virgin, and for those who stop there when thinking about it, remember, this is God who we're talking about. If he wants Jesus to be born of a virgin, so be it. If he wants Him to be born from a man... so be it as well, but I really don't think he would do that.
I also believe that Jesus died at the hand of Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor, and after three days, He rose again, as was foretold in Jewish prophecy.
And now, for my final statement to defend my case, think of Christianity in one last way. In the words of C.S. Lewis, let's say that you athiests are right. We die, thats it, nothing more. Everybody loses. But let's say I'm right. You still lose, but I get eternity in Heaven with the God of the universe and his only begotten son.
Let's just say I'm pretty sure of myself.
The major difference with Christianity, though, is that Christians believe that Jesus of Nazareth, a man who was born around the year 0 (while most scholars now believe the date could have been a couple of years later), was and is divine. The story behind Jesus is that God, the loving, caring, creator of the universe, saw that the world was slowly sinking into it's own evil, and sent his only son to save the people, by offering himself as a sacrifice to cleanse the sins of the people of the earth. This form of sacrifice dates back to early Jewish practices, except that instead of an innocent human, animals were sacrificed to please God and beg for forgiveness.
There is no doubt that Jesus Christ did exist, as three major world religions do make references about him, only in differing ways. The Jews think he was a prophet, not the Messiah (perhaps because his teaching went against many of the things that Jews originally thought), the Muslims think he was a prophet, but that he had little significance besides the fact that he was a wise man, and the Christians think he was divine.
Personal Opinion: For all of you athiests out there, I understand that believing in an all powerful, universe controlling Mega-God may be hard, but look around. Do you honestly think that everything, from the sky, to the earth, to yourself, just happened? It is almost foolish to say that everything just "happened", because there is so much proof against it.
Think of it this way: The Jews are foretold to be God's chosen people. They are, in a sense, protected by God, though it may not seem to always be that way. Want an example? In Jewish history, past and present, Jews have fought in wars after wars, been persecuted, killed, tortured, and nearly wiped out, yet they are still a powerful world religion, mainly in the middle east. Do you see anybody around now who worships Baal, the fertility god? Or Ra, the god of the sun? The answer is no. Those religions died off after a short time, because they had nothing backing them up. In Judaism, Islam, and Christianity, all three worship the same God, just in different ways, with different beliefs.
Now, to the point of Jesus the Christ. Scholars know, without a doubt, that Jesus was an actual man, that he did live, around the year 0.
People think Christians and Jews are so different, when in fact, they really aren't. Christians are just Jews who have realized their Messiah, while Jews think he still is to come.
My own personal belief? God does have a son. His name was Jesus of Nazareth, son of Joseph the Carpenter and Mary. I do believe that he was born of a virgin, and for those who stop there when thinking about it, remember, this is God who we're talking about. If he wants Jesus to be born of a virgin, so be it. If he wants Him to be born from a man... so be it as well, but I really don't think he would do that.
I also believe that Jesus died at the hand of Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor, and after three days, He rose again, as was foretold in Jewish prophecy.
And now, for my final statement to defend my case, think of Christianity in one last way. In the words of C.S. Lewis, let's say that you athiests are right. We die, thats it, nothing more. Everybody loses. But let's say I'm right. You still lose, but I get eternity in Heaven with the God of the universe and his only begotten son.
Let's just say I'm pretty sure of myself.
Christianity has been twisted, molted, and perverted in every possible way, by people who aren't willing to admit that their lives are not perfect. Those who do realize this and repent are assured life eternal. Those who realize it but do nothing will end up spending eternity in the lake of fire.
by Children of the King September 2, 2008
Get the Christianitymug. Scums of the Earth that is the cause of most major artificial world problems. Consists of usually criminals, cowards, dumbasses, and rapists who wants to go to "Heaven" after being a dick all their life. Most intolerable cult that attacks, kills, and insults people who do not believe in their god. The reason why discrimination is so rampant. They attempt to create theocracies all over the world and crush all those who do not conform with their pathetic ideals.
Crusades, witch hunts, and Catholic and Protestant conflicts are some examples of how intolerant and apathetic Christians are.
by notAmerican August 29, 2005
Get the christiansmug. Someone who believes in mystic bullshit, and denies all science, despite the overwhelming amount of proof, and the lack of proof of god.
A completely delusional, self centered, STUPID person.
Someone who hates gays, pushes you into believing their blind religion, and is the main reason for worldwide conflict.
A bit of evidence to shed some light:
Mark 11:24
Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.
This is how this prayer works. A hundred people get cancer. All of them are believers, true Christians.
They all get cancer.
So daily they pray to "god" to cure their illness.
99 of them die.
1 of them survives, and believes it's the work of god.
The news hears about that 1 person, and lets the world know.
Most of the elements in Christianity are "borrowed" from other, ancient, dead religions, and been called their own.
God, for some reason, can't show himself to humans, because that will make humans "lose faith".
Which is just really fucking stupid.
To sum it all up, a Christian has the mindset of a five year old. A five year old who belivees Santa is real.
Of course you know the kid is believing in a fairy tale, as most kids his/her age do.
He/she believes with all her heart that Santa will give him/her presents every year if he/she has been good.
The same way a Christian believes that if he's been good, rejected the very idea of homosexuality, and pushed his/her beliefs down your throat, prayed mindlessly ro some stupid fuck in the sky, they'll get to go to heaven.
:o
Only a Christian rarely outgrows these beliefs. The five year old does.
Thumb me down as much as you want. I don't really give a fuck, seeing as there are so many more important things to even think about.
A completely delusional, self centered, STUPID person.
Someone who hates gays, pushes you into believing their blind religion, and is the main reason for worldwide conflict.
A bit of evidence to shed some light:
Mark 11:24
Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.
This is how this prayer works. A hundred people get cancer. All of them are believers, true Christians.
They all get cancer.
So daily they pray to "god" to cure their illness.
99 of them die.
1 of them survives, and believes it's the work of god.
The news hears about that 1 person, and lets the world know.
Most of the elements in Christianity are "borrowed" from other, ancient, dead religions, and been called their own.
God, for some reason, can't show himself to humans, because that will make humans "lose faith".
Which is just really fucking stupid.
To sum it all up, a Christian has the mindset of a five year old. A five year old who belivees Santa is real.
Of course you know the kid is believing in a fairy tale, as most kids his/her age do.
He/she believes with all her heart that Santa will give him/her presents every year if he/she has been good.
The same way a Christian believes that if he's been good, rejected the very idea of homosexuality, and pushed his/her beliefs down your throat, prayed mindlessly ro some stupid fuck in the sky, they'll get to go to heaven.
:o
Only a Christian rarely outgrows these beliefs. The five year old does.
Thumb me down as much as you want. I don't really give a fuck, seeing as there are so many more important things to even think about.
"Hello there. I'm Jesus! I'm a christian ! I love you! I'll forgive your sins if you believe in me! You can always count on me for help! I'm your friend!
But I need funding at church, so my friend, the priest here, will pass around this plate. Just put all your money on that. Thanks!
Also, i'm going to have to ask you to worship me, and drink my blood and eat my skin, otherwise I'LL HAVE TO DAMN YOU TO HELL!
I've also got an amazing saying:
Forgive thy enemies. Coming from me! Jesus! The guy who damns his enemies to hell!
:D"
But I need funding at church, so my friend, the priest here, will pass around this plate. Just put all your money on that. Thanks!
Also, i'm going to have to ask you to worship me, and drink my blood and eat my skin, otherwise I'LL HAVE TO DAMN YOU TO HELL!
I've also got an amazing saying:
Forgive thy enemies. Coming from me! Jesus! The guy who damns his enemies to hell!
:D"
by I'M CORRECT AND YOU'RE NOTIWIN June 27, 2009
Get the christianmug. To know him is to love him.He loves us enough to make a way for us.He has redeemed us! And we have only to believe and we are saved!
by Faith October 1, 2004
Get the Christianitymug. First of all, Christianity is not only a religion, it's a relationship. In spite of all the hyposcrisy, stereotypes (as well as truths), and blame, this special faith has proven to be a lending hand when all else fails.
True Christians actually do not Bible-beat you or shun you for not believing in what they do. They may feel sad, worried, or guilty, but they won't turn their noses and walk away. They believe in spreading the Word of their faith, but a true Christian won't attack your ideals and morals if they contradict the mission. Christianity is about open doors and opportunity; the gate to heaven is never closed. The signs are right there in front of your nose every day of your life, and Christians only want you to see them. When you may be struggling in life, it is the role of Christians to allow you to seek shelter and to realize that you indeed have someone to turn to who will always be there for you will never stop caring about you.
Also, true Christianity is not stupid and ignorant. It doesn't have to butt heads with science; it can co-exist and agree. Part of the faith is the ability to be open minded and use logical reasoning, such as realizing the Bible contains many symbols and metaphors that represent the overall message. Jesus Himself often spoke in parables; to take them literally would completely alter the symbolism and meaning of the moral of the story (Sadly, this is a common case). As Christians, we don't necessarily know for sure which stories are parables or not. For example, there are two different stories of creation in the book of Genesis. One involves the creation of the earth and universe in seven literal days. the other actually suggests that humans were made from the dry, waterless ground. (Genisis 2:1-9) So which one do we believe? Arguing over which one is "true" has tragically split the religion unecessarily when the overall picture of God's creative design is the most important part. Even evolution has been considered by some Christians to factor into the creation at some point.
So if you are struggling, searching, or realize that something in your life may be missing, just remember that there is a friendship right there, whenever you are ready to give it a try.
True Christians actually do not Bible-beat you or shun you for not believing in what they do. They may feel sad, worried, or guilty, but they won't turn their noses and walk away. They believe in spreading the Word of their faith, but a true Christian won't attack your ideals and morals if they contradict the mission. Christianity is about open doors and opportunity; the gate to heaven is never closed. The signs are right there in front of your nose every day of your life, and Christians only want you to see them. When you may be struggling in life, it is the role of Christians to allow you to seek shelter and to realize that you indeed have someone to turn to who will always be there for you will never stop caring about you.
Also, true Christianity is not stupid and ignorant. It doesn't have to butt heads with science; it can co-exist and agree. Part of the faith is the ability to be open minded and use logical reasoning, such as realizing the Bible contains many symbols and metaphors that represent the overall message. Jesus Himself often spoke in parables; to take them literally would completely alter the symbolism and meaning of the moral of the story (Sadly, this is a common case). As Christians, we don't necessarily know for sure which stories are parables or not. For example, there are two different stories of creation in the book of Genesis. One involves the creation of the earth and universe in seven literal days. the other actually suggests that humans were made from the dry, waterless ground. (Genisis 2:1-9) So which one do we believe? Arguing over which one is "true" has tragically split the religion unecessarily when the overall picture of God's creative design is the most important part. Even evolution has been considered by some Christians to factor into the creation at some point.
So if you are struggling, searching, or realize that something in your life may be missing, just remember that there is a friendship right there, whenever you are ready to give it a try.
Girl: "I've been so depressed lately. I'm struggling with my decisions, my family, and my weight. I've considered suicide before, and sometimes I feel like I have nowhere to go, and no friends to turn to."
Other Girl: "Have you considered Christianity?"
Girl: "Yeah, but aren't they gonna hate me for my messed up life?"
Other Girl: "Well, I know of someone who may help. Look around you. He's right here; He's been with you this whole time."
Other Girl: "Have you considered Christianity?"
Girl: "Yeah, but aren't they gonna hate me for my messed up life?"
Other Girl: "Well, I know of someone who may help. Look around you. He's right here; He's been with you this whole time."
by Opendoor April 27, 2007
Get the Christianitymug. It is simply an entreaty to Love. that is the message of the Bible from front to back. however people blame actions of "Christians" who do not understand or follow the religion properly on the entire religion. Christians who judge are not doing what the Bible teaches. However, also, because Christians aim for a high moral life people stereotype them as "holier than thou" even when they do not mean to be. I think those people just feel irritated that they cannot discipline themselves in the way these Christians have. Anyone who has read and understood thoroughly the Bible, will know it is not about the so called "contradictions" and accuracy, it is not about a righteousness competition, it is simply seeking a restoration to the genesis of all things, Perfect harmony of Love.
CHRISTIANITY DOES NOT HATE ALL OTHER RELIGIONS AND GAY PEOPLE, we true ones at least, we simply do not agree with these things. "Christian" aggressive cults are not Christians, they simply feign it.
by Lover of All July 23, 2008
Get the christianitymug.