tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post159447493190141018..comments2024-01-25T00:50:10.679-05:00Comments on Thoughts from a Sandwich: Talking with ChristiansDagoodShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557451438888314932noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post-19633071753980898602010-04-12T19:16:04.964-04:002010-04-12T19:16:04.964-04:00Most Internet Christians really don’t want to disc...Most Internet Christians really don’t want to discuss or be challenged, so it is going to be hard to get them to engage in any conversation outside of agreeing with how good God really is.<br /><br />A lot have never been taught about their faith nor want to learn. It is the I am saved and that is good enough mentality that ticks me off. They want to be critical of others beliefs when there isn't a clear consensus on their own views. <br /><br />At least you have patience. Most of them are still praying for it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post-37309328009230827462010-04-01T09:25:20.200-04:002010-04-01T09:25:20.200-04:00Someone needs to do a post on some Christian site,...Someone needs to do a post on some Christian site, called "Have You As a Christian Ever Wondered Why...."Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post-69378008949275127942010-04-01T09:22:34.835-04:002010-04-01T09:22:34.835-04:00You gave me a good chuckle on that one! I never t...You gave me a good chuckle on that one! I never thought of that-why WOULD he need the stone removed to get out? But, yeah, I won't be crackin' that joke to Christians! Especially this week!<br /><br />This goes to show again, though, that as Christians, these things don't even cross your mind to wonder about. You just hear the story and move on.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post-36737834156884135692010-04-01T09:03:49.919-04:002010-04-01T09:03:49.919-04:00Lynn,
I know you mean about the “intense feelings...Lynn,<br /><br />I know you mean about the “intense feelings” situation. I have to guard against approaching biblical studies with a cavalier attitude. Sometimes I fear I make jokes or treat lightly when to the other person it is literally a matter of life vs torture of eternity.<br /><br />Like laughing about post-resurrection Jesus being able to teleport at will, going in and out of locked rooms…but needing the stone moved so he can get out of his tomb. (Too soon?...he he he.)DagoodShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04557451438888314932noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post-32174054331353419362010-04-01T07:25:48.011-04:002010-04-01T07:25:48.011-04:00Also, thank you for the good feedback in this post...Also, thank you for the good feedback in this post concerning different approaches to take.<br /><br />I always worry about being nice and respectful. I do want to be that way, but if it gets heated and I ratchet things up a bit, I can know that it's not the end of the world. I can always apologize if I feel like I should.<br /><br />I think it definitely helps tremendously to not have an agenda. My aim is to freely express myself. One thing, though, that I think those of us who've been out of Christianity for awhile now, must guard against-we are past the intense- feelings stage. The person we're talking with is not. They take it very seriously still.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post-9556330721017762342010-04-01T06:16:21.296-04:002010-04-01T06:16:21.296-04:00I'm very grateful you do what you do, Dagoods,...I'm very grateful you do what you do, Dagoods, thank you. When I first deconverted, really when I was building up to deconversion, I read everything I could get my hands on. I was also a consummate lurker... but once I got it, the energy to continue to study religion left me. I found I wanted to spend my time learning stuff I didn't allow for when I was a Christian. <br />I want to become expert in other areas and just don't have the time or energy to do what you do, but I am very glad you are out here as a trustworthy expert. So, I hope you continue to enjoy doing this.paulhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04437206493901034134noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post-37957797719210711662010-04-01T05:37:08.042-04:002010-04-01T05:37:08.042-04:00I haven't gone to Christian sites much to comm...I haven't gone to Christian sites much to comment. I may check that out. My platform is facebook. I like to pose a question for the sake of discussion, because I like interacting with people and like discussing.<br /><br />I figure, at the very least, I'm helping the Christian improve their conversation skills or learn more about the Bible that they believe in so intensely, yet aren't all that familiar with.<br /><br />Plus I know they can always defriend me or hide my posts or refuse to discuss with me-they have total freedom. And so do I.<br /><br />That's a nice change from church.<br /><br />My husband keeps asking "Why do you even bother talking with these people?" I say what you say-because I enjoy it. At least for now.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post-47096689627053915622010-04-01T00:09:49.049-04:002010-04-01T00:09:49.049-04:00You're giving not expecting to receive, right?...You're giving not expecting to receive, right? Well, like "someone" said, <i>it is more blessed to give than to receive</i> :)<br /><br />I am known for lacking patience with the saints, so I leave it to the likes of you who really enjoy it. <br /><br />But I think that, more often than not, when we write online, we influence more Christians than we think. On any given day, 150 people come to my blog to lurk around. And on some of those days, I am lucky to receive two comments. <br /><br />I don't think you're wasting your time, nor am I. People out there are quietly reading and starting to wonder. Four years ago when I started my blog, there were few de-converts out there. Now, there are thousands. So the cause is going nicely, I think.<br /><br /><a href="http://exfundy.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow">Lorena</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20896717.post-43064267271844699472010-03-31T15:49:25.896-04:002010-03-31T15:49:25.896-04:00I periodically comment on Christian sites and blog...I periodically comment on Christian sites and blogs just to break through the one-sided commentary. On so many of them, the vast majority of comments all look the same!! Then, along comes yours truly and the conversation gets turned on its head.<br /><br />Like you, I realize that no single comment will have much effect. It is my sincere hope, however, that someone visiting said blog who is wrestling with some degree of doubt will be open to consider a different viewpoint. That's about all I hope to accomplish.The Rambling Taoisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04730292897416827840noreply@blogger.com