Apr 20, 2009 11:05
...that so often in discussions with theists about the nature of belief and in-turn my own reasons for rejecting such claims... that the theist begins the discussion by stating things like, "I'm not Christian, but..." or "I'm not a traditional believer, but..." Only for them to later turn around and accuse me of being immoral and corrupt... and when asked what justification they can give for making that claim... they call on Biblical teachings and dogma to make the claim. This whole disclaimer that they set forth of "I'm not Christian, but..." is both intellectually dishonest and cowardly... if you believe something, fine... but say so up front and honestly. Don't try to obfuscate your true intentions and veil your spreading of this purported "good news" in the guise of something that you're not.
religion,
religiosity,
religious debate