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 19, 2007
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 November 8, 2005
She’s the hottest person on earth, she has big titties and a cute smile.
Her name is quite rare in America, but quite popular in Norway and Germany.
It’s pronounced “christy-Anne” for all the retards that fuck it up all the time. All I gotta say is suck my dick.
If u like a girl named Christiane, she probably falls in love to quickly and likes u too, so ask her out!
Her name is quite rare in America, but quite popular in Norway and Germany.
It’s pronounced “christy-Anne” for all the retards that fuck it up all the time. All I gotta say is suck my dick.
If u like a girl named Christiane, she probably falls in love to quickly and likes u too, so ask her out!
She’s the hottest person on earth, she has big titties and a cute smile.
Her name is quite rare in America, but quite popular in Norway and Germany.
It’s pronounced “christy-Anne” for all the retards that fuck it up all the time. All I gotta say is suck my dick.
If u like a girl named Christiane, she probably falls in love to quickly and likes u too, so ask her out!
Her name is quite rare in America, but quite popular in Norway and Germany.
It’s pronounced “christy-Anne” for all the retards that fuck it up all the time. All I gotta say is suck my dick.
If u like a girl named Christiane, she probably falls in love to quickly and likes u too, so ask her out!
by Christiane69 November 13, 2019
Christianity(N): is, in short, forcing people to do what they say with the threat of torture, AKA Hell.
by Marco F October 7, 2005
The only religion in the world that offers salvation by grace (unmerited favor); all the rest require good works. In Christianity good works merely prove that an individual has faith (faith being the only requirement by Jesus Christ). Jesus Christ died for the sins of mankind because of His love for them in the same way that a parent will gladly give up his or her life for a child. Christianity is based on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, God's only begotten Son. Jesus Christ is of the same substance as His father. As a human begets a human, so God begets God.
Because of the nature of Christianity, the only true followers are those that are of a contrite spirit and are willing to die for their faith. Real Christians pray for their enemies and do not take revenge.
by JustinAlex December 29, 2011
A psychological disorder that affects millions of people around the globe. Symptoms include the belief in imaginary friends-- one of which is called "God". People affected by this disorder generally attempt to spread the disease by word of mouth to any people that are not deaf. People who have Christianitis are dualists who believe that the only correct information in the universe comes from a single book. This book was supposedly written by the primary imaginary friend called "God" and is based not on scientific fact but rather on fairy tales and fantasy. The characters described in this book, which people who have Christianitis believe to be factual beings, have life spans of several hundred years and are sometimes capable of rising from the dead. No, the characters are not zombies, they are portrayed as humans. Christianitis is now a pandemic and the only known cure is logic, reason, and science. However, most cases of Christianitis are too far developed to be cured.
by Mary Smoke February 20, 2007
As a Christian, I have always believed that I am better than no one else, that everyone, including me, is a sinner, that I am far, far, far from perfect, and that we should love everyone as our brothers and sisters. Someone said that 90% of Christians are sinners, but in reality, EVERYONE is a sinner. It's HUMAN NATURE. I have always tried to not have a "holier-than-thou" attitude, and I try to be a kind person to everyone, Christian or not, and I never force my beliefs on anyone. A lot of non-Christians have a stereo-type that Christians are these weird breast-beating, self righteous people, but those people are just the people who think they are Christians and they do negative things, so of course the media is going to portray Christians in a negative way, since the media is so secular these days. I try to go against the stereotype that Christians have a holier-than-thou attitude by treating others with the respect they deserve. Oh yeah,
CHRISTIANITY IS NOT A CULT. At least, not in the negative sense of the word.
CHRISTIANITY IS NOT A CULT. At least, not in the negative sense of the word.
I try to be a kind, non-agressive person to show others that non-Christians are not the way the media portrays them to be.
by George Woodard August 15, 2006