Are christians that desperate for converts?
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JK Rowling is Christian, or at least she's never come out and said she's Pagan. Although there are some clearly Pagan thems in the HP books.  \n1.  THe wands of the 3 main Characters are based on the Celtic tree months.  \n\n2.  Four Houses/Four Elements\n\n3.  There is obviously God and Goddess symbols at Hogwarts. (Cauldrons, wands, broomsticks, etc.)
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It isn't that they 'follow' certain parts of the bible as much as apply the blessings promised in the bible.\nToday, christians rarely trouble themselves with what requirements are involved when desiring god's gifts. Rather, they arbitrarily 'save themselves' through a false hope that all they need is 'faith'.\n But as I have observed time and again on this forum, their is little to no substance to the claims of salvation.\nIf one expects to receive the blessings of everlasting life, but disregards the effort of studying the word of god to find out what is acceptable to him, than, it is ludicrous to think that god will just somehow toss aside his own requirements to accommodate all the lazy people with their unrealistic expectations.\nThe simple truth? denominations are proof of deceitful men drawing men to follow themselves, thus putting a stumbling block in the path of weak minded persons to full of apathy as regards their own wish for eternal life.
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People push it on you because they believe strongly, that they have found the only path to heaven. They are just trying to bring you into the faith because they care about you and want you to go to heaven too. The unfortunate thing is most people don't know how to go about "selling" their faith to others, and sadly, end up offending more than they convert. It is not intentional, it is an unfortunate by product of their good intentions. I am sorry that this friend has made you feel like your faith is a lie, or rather that he is calling it that. Thank you however, for keeping an open mind about the whole thing. Christianity can be a bit messed up at times. Most Christian faiths think that any other Christian faith that isn't theirs is going to hell too, so don't feel too bad. The way I look at it, if you are right with God, that is all that really matters.
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It will be so hard to keep this answer short, but....\n\nYes, it is extremely rare to see or hear of Christian martyrs/persecution in western countries. That is because we Christians have become apathetic, and stuck in our comfort zone of tv, fast food and general living standards that are much higher than that of the poor/3rd world parts of the globe. We rely on savings, loans and well-paying jobs to prepare our way rather than trust in God. See the last letter to the 7 churches in Revelations that says 'you think you are rich, but I say you are poor' and you will get a description of the modern church.\n\nBUT, having said that - there are places in the world not seen by the media where there are healings, miracles and people raised from the dead. It is happening even now, and if you don't believe that this is possible, then you don't truly believe the message in the Bible.\n\nAnd yes, I know there are plenty out there who will say that this is ludicrous - but I speak what I know of, and admit that I too am apathetic, so I am in no way trying to bignote myself.
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sure, sure.  i think you could be bought.  if enough christians all sent you a lot of money you might even turn into an evangelist, then you could get girls too.  christians are a fairly money oriented group.  I heartily endorse yr campaign.\n\nSo come on people, buy this guy off>>>>>>>he needs his soul saved.  give early, give often.  give til it hurts.
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You make a number of excellent observations, but trying to convince or convert in this type of forum is at best a crap shoot. Jesus related to people on a personal level. When someone is ready to accept the truth under the guidance of the Holy Spirit someone will be there to help them take their first step. If you're not called to save the whole world by all means don't try to do so.
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I guess they think they will get more cookies at snack time for the more people they recruit.  But they aren't the only ones.  I keep getting recruitment letters from  Muslims as well, 'trying to make me understand'.  HA!  Not happening and I tell them that.  It just seems like Christians do it most because, especially in the US, they have the most followers.  I don't think they really realize they are just driving us further away.
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well they've got to get followers somehow!\njust another glaring hypocricy within christianity.
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"trying" Jesus?  What kind of an appeal is that?
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Don't you have a foodbank or church nearby. There are still christians who love people and will insist that they get at least the essentials.
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Not necessarily.  I know of some Christians who are persecuted because they are jerks.  Then, when they complain, they use "it's because I'm a Christian" as their defense.
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No. But a struggling church should reach out to those criminals who are also struggling in their life. Let them know and show them a better life, one filled with forgiveness, love, and compassion. \nApologize that you can't accept bad money. But try to help him or her turn their lives around. When they are making legitimate money and have a better life, you will both get more than ever before. \n-MikeMillions
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Uh, you're looking in the wrong place.  Half these people, if not more, are Christian.  Find a local Jewish community, and talk to *them* about getting started in their religion.
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I don't think it can be miraculous, unless you're referring to their attitude in religion. I would tell them to let God and Jesus enter their life, to accept God, and to call on His angels. I would tell the person to think positive and make the most of your life to pay it forward, to accept the good, bad and ugly days that are colored black, white or shades of gray.
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a lot of them do!\npeople are so hungry for real spirituality that they are looking in the wrong places.  God is real and so is Jesus
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Yes.  Salad bar seekers.  They pick and choose what they want and leave the rest behind.\n\nA devoted Christian follows Christ. It is difficult.  But it is not impossible.\n\nHannah
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I think I understand your very pointed question.\n\nFor starters.  All Christians aren't rich.  All Christians don't own 2 cars and a boat.  And not all Christians are married.\n\nSecond, how do you identify God's work?  You could the read the bible and give to the poor and all those nice things.  The problem is the con men that try to take advantage of this.  So to do this correctly, you have to invest a lot of study.  \nFurther more, you'll never hear about what a Christian has done.  Christian rather their charity be done in secret. That's how Jesus told them to do it. And it keeps them from having to fend off other people constantly asking them for money.\n\nBest wishes.