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Re: UNBOWED Is Goth as FUCK!
by Schizo on Jul 28, 2001 - 12:03 AM
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How do I act like one of "those kinds?" Up until now, when have I ever really spoken up front about my faith? In the beginning, yes, when that Bill Gates guy was going on and on, because I wanted him to know that his theology was twisted and I was sick of his misrepresentation. Perhaps I've mentioned it in passing now and then. It's a big part of my life, and I see no reason to hide it away as if I'm ashamed of it.
Never have I tried to convert anyone. Never have I belittled anyone for their faith or lack thereof. Never have I thought the less of any of you because you don't believe the way I do. On the contrary, I look up to you, respect you, and try to learn from you.
I use Christianity as an example and parallel in some of my arguments, because it's something I know and understand. And from reading other's postings I know that many of you are educated at least in basic Christian history. I posted my article because I've been getting a lot of anti-christian input recently. I had a rant in my head. Should it be censored because it has to do with my religion? Is Christianity the last taboo? Can people talk about their beliefs in witchcraft and satanism here, but not Christianity? I agree, many horrible things have been done in the name of Christ. But that does not make my rant any less valid.
And the comments I have posted on this article are in response to the content of the article. Certain things were said about Christianity that I disagree with. If these things were said about music or art or philosophy or any other subject, I would feel free to express my opinion. I am aware that the majority of you disagree with me. I'm OK with that. If you continue to disagree with me for the rest of your lives, that's not my concern. It's your life, your free will, and you can do what you like with it. I will continue to respect you and like you and look up to you. And I will continue to write what I think.
And it is what I think. Not what I have been taught, but what I have fought out for myself through tears and pain. And I have close Christian friends who so strongly disagree with me that they no longer feel comfortable getting close to me anymore. I've sacrificed for what I believe. What I say is not lightly said.
What would you have me do? Pretty much everyone here knows I am a Christian. I've made no secret of it. You know my nature. Do you really expect me to just let it all go by? If I'm pissed why should I hold it back? I think I have been careful not to be offensive. I realize that many of you have suffered at the hands of so-called Christians. Shall I martyr my opinions for the sins of other people? No. I want people to judge me for who I am, not for who all the other Christians they've met are.
In light of this, and in light of recent articles, comments, and postings, I feel I have no choice but to lay my faith before you. I realize I am setting myself up for being called an evangelist. Let everyone know today that your beliefs are not my concern. I do not say these things to change anyone here. That is not my business. I lay them forth in a spirit of open debate and discussion. If they make anyone uncomfortable, I am sorry, but I was not aware that this website was set up for the purpose of mutual comfort, but rather release for our personal shmengy experiences. You may post your experiences of shmengy Christians. I will post my reactions to the shmeng given me by the misrepresentation of the dearest thing in life to me by those who claim to treasure the same thing.
I will not be intimidated out of this.
(Not that I think that is your intention, but perhaps intentions are easily misunderstood by all of us.)
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