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Pastimes : Why do Christians want to control the world? -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: taxman who wrote (385)	9/25/1999 9:01:00 PM
From: PROLIFE	Respond to of 424

Yeah, that's why I believe taxman...all that money and power I got.......

To: taxman who wrote (385)	9/26/1999 12:50:00 AM
From: truedog	Respond to of 424

to: taxman from: truedog tax, sorry to butt in but, I don't believe that money and power are the goals. I think that the true Christians in any congregation are doing it with honest and sincere dedication.^ ^ ^TD

To: taxman who wrote (385)	9/26/1999 1:41:00 AM
From: C Kahn	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 424

taxman, I think any time a group of people turns into a large organization, there are going to be more opportunities for corruption of power. And this is caused by human nature, rather than the entity, or personal beliefs that the group are trying to make known. There are many groups of people in our country who have very strong beliefs in common. Whether it's religion, politics, alternative life-styles, etc. And many of these groups want to stand up for what they believe in, so that other people will understand their point of view, rather than making stereotypical judgements without knowing the facts. I also believe that these groups have a constitutional right to stand up for what they believe in as long as it's done in a peaceful manner. I don't think these groups should try to force there beliefs on people. I don't care for these tactics personally. And I don't think bombarding and blasting people verbally is going to make them agree with you. But I do think the groups have a right to state their case. And after that, it's up to the other person to decide if they want to agree or not. I'm not a Baptist and I don't have anything against Baptists. I have some very good friends who are very sincere Baptists. As a Christian, I have a problem with any religious organization that gets involved in political issues, or tells me that I can't go to Disneyland. And I'll tell you the reason why. When I go to church, I want to learn more and be inspired about the teachings of Jesus Christ and have fellowship with other Christians. And if they're doing anything other than that, then it's time for me to find a new church. I just shared my Christian beliefs with you. Do you feel that I forced it on you? Regards, C Kahn