God and faith bashers - I'm tired of them here at Mylot

I agree. I am a believer and the wife of a minister. Let me ask you all something... I am tolerant of those who have different beliefs that I do. Why can you not afford me the same courtesy?

There are several over-righteous religious users here on mylot that brought on a lot of the bashing themselves. I was trying to be in those discussions but found it caused me too much emotional discomfort/stress. The Pagan users on mylot seem to be more into diversification and tolerance than the christians are, whose God said "Love One Another". I fear I will even regret responding to yours. You will find some of your own faith here in mylot with the same level of tolerance/intolerance/diversification/beliefs as your own so do look. But you will have to weed through many. Look for the religion interest and start there. Good Luck and please keep in mind mylot is worldwide and there are many contries on here with many different religious beliefs! All are welcome here!!

This is an argument that goes both ways. I have always been an atheist and during that time have been subjected to numerous slams about me being a heathen, that I'm going to hell and my daughter was actually picked on at school because she sais that she didn't believe in God (not something that I forced onto her BTW). I try to ignore those types of discussion as I don't care for intolerance no matter who it's coming from but am occassionally so angered by a discussion that I get involved.

Often times I ignore these types of discussions. But I feel we all have the right to say what we want as long as it is not prographic. I believe in God and have my own faith. Our son does not believe in God or the Devil he thinks that they are made of characters to make mankind obey the law. He feels that people should just obey the law because it is the law. You have the right to say you dislike Faith bashers as they have the right to bash your faith.

I would like to ignore them. The best thing to do for people like this is to pray for them. They are hurting and angry and want nothing to do with God. All Christians will get bashed by unbelievers. Jesus was treated horribly by those who hated Him. Jesus said, "remember, the world hated Me first."

people who have nothing nice to say about God or religion actually wants to believe. they are actually putting EFFORT into bashing other people's believe in effort to them their urge to believe. For example, i do not believe in existence of bigfoot ABD i do not go around bashing other peoples opinion of bigfoot. I have better things to think about, and why bother? the answer is...they are doing their very best to not believe.

I dont like bashers either. I am Wiccan and I believe that everyone has a right to believe in what ever they want to. Just because something is right for 1 person dosnt make it right for another. What bothers me the most about bashers is that they are going on sterio type and not the actual facts. They have not taken the time to reasearch the topic to be able to make an educated decission about it. honestly I think people should learn about something before commenting on it.

I don't think they're trying to bash the belief in God. There are people out there who simply don't believe, and in our society, they're perfectly free to feel that way. That's the beauty of living in a free society, that they can openly express their opinions, and not be judged for it. Personally, I think Mylot would be very boring if we all thought the same thing.

I am a believer in The lord. I study the bible and consider myself to be a work in progress. I have alot to learn but I do pray for mankind. I also think that progress needs to be made so that everyone can respect each others beliefs. I also dont try to force my beliefs on anyone else. I like to discuss the viewpoints.

Faith bashers have every bit as much right to post on here about their beliefs as anyone who has faith does. Don't you think these fiath bashers get sick of all the "God this" and "God that" discussions? i won't bash faith, but i have none and those discussions really get on my nerves. However, i know that people have every right to post them. Just try to think of it that way.

I pick and choose mi2ok02, Everyone has an opinion that matters and some feel very strongly. Christians and/or discussions about them or God, etc., recieve such responses because they are tired themselves of having us Christians try to push God down their throats. While I consider myself a Christian, I'm not entereing in to too many discussions about God or Christians because we have developed (all on our own) a very bad reputation for being too zealous or being hypocrits. It's easy to say you are a Christian. It's something else to practice what we preach. If we are going to talk the talk, we should walk the walk. Stand firm for what we believe in (when it really matters) and let everyone else believe what they want to beleive. We can't change the way they feel and we certainly won't change their way of thinking. They are entitled to how they believe, just as much as we are. It's your choice not to dignify their discussions with your response. If you choose to respond, respond with a positive thought and not a condemning one. Don't take this offensively mi2ok02. It's not my intention to offend you, but if you are a Christian, and believe in God then you should be aware that what I'm saying is true.

I am not a christian, but I don't believe in bashing either. I think that we all have to follow our own path in life. What is good and right for you, might not apply for me for a reason unknown to you. If it makes you any happier however, take comfort in this. As a Pagan, I can not post anything have of the Time either without a "Christian" having to bash on my believes or trying to preach at me. I put "Christian", because I have don't believe they really are what they claim to be. Not when they don't follow the teachings of Christ them-selves. I have a few wonderful People in my Circle of acquaintances that are true Christians and I have the highest respect for them. The don't just talk the talk, but walk the walk. That i find inspirational. Sorry you have been hurt and annoyed. I hope more People will respect your point of view for what it is, you right to believe the way you do. And your dedication to your true path in life. Blessings.

I agree somewhat to what you are saying. I am new on here and religion was the first thing I looked up. It is sad the people are so judgemental sometimes. It would be good to have a good discussion without the bashing or trying to convert someone of your beliefs and views. I don't intentionally ignore discussions. I respond to the ones I find interesting and move on past the ones I can't really come up with a good enough reply. And I don't really take it personal if someone bashes me. They don't always have to like or agree with what I said. That is the beauty of having an opinion.

Bashing works both ways and either way it's used is stupid... it servers no purpose. Posts that simply bash religion or bash atheists or bash God are just plain stupid. Now arguing a point is an entirely different story and it should be noted that just because someone does not believe in God does not mean they are bashing Him.

If the Lord bashes us... we bash Him back!

My advice to you would be: Don't feed the trolls. These people are only starting such discussions in order to get the rest of us upset, so don't allow them to do so. For every anti-God post here, there are plenty of good, faith-affirming ones. Don't waste your time being annoyed by those who seek to cause trouble. Rather, spend your time reading and conversing with others who share your faith. If you give the blasphemers any attention at all, do so by praying for them. "But I say unto you, love your enemies, and pray for them that persecute you;" (Matthew 5:44 ASV)

I don't know why there has to be so much bash but those that do not bash usually try to convert. I, personally have posted several in the religion catagory, not as a bash but rather a way to get people to think as the whole aspect of religion/faith interests mee and I love to hear the differing opinions/beliefs although I am not of a main stream religion/school of thought. I am quick to bash someone if they try to shove their religion at mee though. As for ignoring discussions?!? I just pass over discussions if they do not interest mee or if I feel as if I can not supply a different view or an intelligent addition to the discussion. There is no crime in passing over discussions, Do as thou wilt. Anyways don't let these bashers get you down as they would rather bash then try to understand or they have personal issues that cause them to bash since a person can have a differing opinion and not bash and that would be the difference between education/tact and ignorance. So NEVER let ignorance get you down. Seeing how you are at 90 I would like to welcome you here to myLot and Have a great day!!!

I understand what you are talking about, it is really sad. I respond to the discussions on religion that really speak out about things I agree or disagree with. If someone gets rude I try to respond back in a loving way. Sometimes they respond back kindly and sometimes they get rude again. If this happens I just don't respond further because I realize they have made up their mind and only the Lord will be able to change their heart. It is heart breaking though to read some of the things that are said. God Bless!! SheliaLee

I will agree that it is annoying. But for Christians, we should look at this is an opportunity to share our knowledge about God and hopefully strike a soft spot in an otherwise hardened heart. Try not to be too upset. Just take the opportunity to share Christ. The Bible says we will take some persecution for Jesus sake. Stay strong.

On my first day here, I tried to respond to these same discussions, faithfully, thinking I was doing the right thing by responding, declaring my faith, and witnessing. I was bashed to a sense, but it hasn't stopped me from answering. I never know though what I'm gonna get, I just hope I can help someone who is doubting their faith or questioning God's existence. Satan knows the bible better than I do and I hate that. But I just keep fighting for God. It's my job!