What is there to fear?

[fatboys]

I really must ask this question as to why mainstream Christians fear other beliefs? It is obvious that they must be afraid of something or they wouldn't take as many steps to control conversation between differing beliefs. Is Christian faith so weak that it cannot stand by itself? Is their interpretations so weak that they have to attack a different interpretation? How could a reasonably well rounded person think that their interpretation is the only way to understand it?

 

[cloudyday2]

I really must ask this question as to why mainstream Christians fear other beliefs? It is obvious that they must be afraid of something or they wouldn't take as many steps to control conversation between differing beliefs. Is Christian faith so weak that it cannot stand by itself? Is their interpretations so weak that they have to attack a different interpretation? How could a reasonably well rounded person think that their interpretation is the only way to understand it?

The only thing to fear is fear itself

 

[ViaCrucis]

I haven't exactly found myself particularly afraid of other beliefs. I suspect that this isn't a mainstream Christian thing, but a human thing.

If one wants to paint with a broad brush, the question could be asked of literally any other group of people.

-CryptoLutheran

 

[Wgw]

I have no fear of other beliefs; I simply disagree with them.

 

[Tawhano]

I really must ask this question as to why mainstream Christians fear other beliefs?

The same question can be asked of your religion. In the past I have registered to post on Mormon sites and the control on the conversation was very strict. I have also been on “Christian” sites that were just as strict. On one site a member posted rhetoric they got from an anti-Mormon site. I responded with a correction of the false information they repeated and was duly labeled a Mormon and kicked off the site.

Knowing you and examining the formation of your question leads me to believe you are simply rattling the cages, so to speak, and not really looking for answers. However I actually posted a question similar to yours years ago. Why do some religious groups feel it necessary to attack the beliefs of other groups? I think this is a fairer question than your broad statement.

I believe it is because they feel their ability to interpret scriptures is superior to other people’s skills. This makes them feel that their beliefs are obtained from a higher intellect than ‘those other people’. I believe, and this is my observation and not intended to be a factual statement, that the vast majority of people claiming to be Christian are not and their faith is indeed weak.

(Mat 22:14) For many are called, but few are chosen.

I believe it is this group of people, from all manner of faiths, that fear other beliefs and feel a need to attack them.

Is Christian faith so weak that it cannot stand by itself?

You claim to be a Christian so you should be able to answer that question yourself. Is your faith so weak that you come to this forum to attack the beliefs of others and thereby feeling justified in your beliefs? I’m just asking.

 

[Sojourner1]

Christians don't fear other religions. Christians have been commanded by Jesus to share the gospel with those who aren't saved.

Matthew 28:19-20
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.

 

[BigDaddy4]

I really must ask this question as to why mainstream Christians fear other beliefs? It is obvious that they must be afraid of something or they wouldn't take as many steps to control conversation between differing beliefs. Is Christian faith so weak that it cannot stand by itself? Is their interpretations so weak that they have to attack a different interpretation? How could a reasonably well rounded person think that their interpretation is the only way to understand it?

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Will wait for your supporting argument(s), with evidence.

 

[juvenissun]

I really must ask this question as to why mainstream Christians fear other beliefs? It is obvious that they must be afraid of something or they wouldn't take as many steps to control conversation between differing beliefs. Is Christian faith so weak that it cannot stand by itself? Is their interpretations so weak that they have to attack a different interpretation? How could a reasonably well rounded person think that their interpretation is the only way to understand it?

A "well rounded" Christian do can and should think that way.
In a monotheistic religion, there is no room for different doctrine. One is right. All the others must be wrong.
It is not fear. It is brave.

 

[mindlight]

I really must ask this question as to why mainstream Christians fear other beliefs? It is obvious that they must be afraid of something or they wouldn't take as many steps to control conversation between differing beliefs. Is Christian faith so weak that it cannot stand by itself? Is their interpretations so weak that they have to attack a different interpretation? How could a reasonably well rounded person think that their interpretation is the only way to understand it?

I used to teach the 6 major religions as a teacher. With a few exceptions - mainly in Islam and Judaism the other religions simply are not true. But I do fear the power of lies to warp peoples brains and to put up impenetrable walls to peoples salvation. These forums do provide the freedom for those who do not live in the Light to find a way to Him but they also serve as a witness to that Light. There is no equivalence between Light and dark, Truth and lies.

 

[DogmaHunter]

In a monotheistic religion, there is no room for different doctrine. One is right. All the others must be wrong.

Or.... all are wrong.

Sorry, couldn't help myself.

 

[juvenissun]

I used to teach the 6 major religions as a teacher. With a few exceptions - mainly in Islam and Judaism the other religions simply are not true. But I do fear the power of lies to warp peoples brains and to put up impenetrable walls to peoples salvation. These forums do provide the freedom for those who do not live in the Light to find a way to Him but they also serve as a witness to that Light. There is no equivalence between Light and dark, Truth and lies.

What course was that?

 

[mindlight]

What course was that?

It is the standard format for a religious education teacher in the English curriculum. Or was when I did it.

 

[juvenissun]

It is the standard format for a religious education teacher in the English curriculum. Or was when I did it.

 

[fatboys]

The same question can be asked of your religion. In the past I have registered to post on Mormon sites and the control on the conversation was very strict. I have also been on “Christian” sites that were just as strict. On one site a member posted rhetoric they got from an anti-Mormon site. I responded with a correction of the false information they repeated and was duly labeled a Mormon and kicked off the site.

Knowing you and examining the formation of your question leads me to believe you are simply rattling the cages, so to speak, and not really looking for answers. However I actually posted a question similar to yours years ago. Why do some religious groups feel it necessary to attack the beliefs of other groups? I think this is a fairer question than your broad statement.

I believe it is because they feel their ability to interpret scriptures is superior to other people’s skills. This makes them feel that their beliefs are obtained from a higher intellect than ‘those other people’. I believe, and this is my observation and not intended to be a factual statement, that the vast majority of people claiming to be Christian are not and their faith is indeed weak.

(Mat 22:14) For many are called, but few are chosen.

I believe it is this group of people, from all manner of faiths, that fear other beliefs and feel a need to attack them.

You claim to be a Christian so you should be able to answer that question yourself. Is your faith so weak that you come to this forum to attack the beliefs of others and thereby feeling justified in your beliefs? I’m just asking.

I like you

 

[fatboys]

A "well rounded" Christian do can and should think that way.
In a monotheistic religion, there is no room for different doctrine. One is right. All the others must be wrong.
It is not fear. It is brave.

Suppose your wrong

 

[Jane_Doe]

A "well rounded" Christian do can and should think that way.
In a monotheistic religion, there is no room for different doctrine. One is right. All the others must be wrong.
It is not fear. It is brave.

No deviance in doctrine is allowed? How about the different Christian denomination and their different versions of doctrine? That must be quite intimidating for you...

 

[juvenissun]

No deviance in doctrine is allowed? How about the different Christian denomination and their different versions of doctrine? That must be quite intimidating for you...

I never spend time to study the differences among Christian denominations. But I would assume they are only superficial differences (such as ritual or church structure) but not basic doctrine difference. In comparison, differences among Christian denominations are very minor in contrast to major differences between Christianity and other religions.

 

[Alla27]

I never spend time to study the differences among Christian denominations. But I would assume they are only superficial differences (such as ritual or church structure) but not basic doctrine difference. In comparison, differences among Christian denominations are very minor in contrast to major differences between Christianity and other religions.

Just minor differences means just minor lies, correct?

 

[juvenissun]

Just minor differences means just minor lies, correct?

No. Different interpretations. Diversity within the domain of doctrine is allowed and is encouraged in Christianity. There are different interpretations in verses within each denominations and even in between two members of a Church.

 

[Jane_Doe]

No. Different interpretations. Diversity within the domain of doctrine is allowed and is encouraged in Christianity. There are different interpretations in verses within each denominations and even in between two members of a Church.

And how is accepting deviance in doctrine within Christianity not a double standard?