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Politics : Should God be replaced? -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: James Calladine who wrote (12771)	6/24/2002 8:15:09 AM
From: Solon	Respond to of 28931

"every kind of inspired and inspirational communication, must everywhere replace mere (and, especially, negatively intended) propaganda and worldly conformist glibness." Down with "worldly conformist glibness"; up with inspirational communication. He always seems to hone right in on the basics...

To: James Calladine who wrote (12771)	7/1/2002 1:31:36 AM
From: GTC Trader	Respond to of 28931

James, Thank you for the post. The essay clearly highlights some of the dangers of << truly negative (or badly intentioned) "fundamentalism" >>, while at the same time acknowledging the benefits of << Positive "fundamentalism" (in the sense of serious, and strict, and positively intentioned adherence to a set of fundamental, right, and positive principles, or to a body of worthy ideas, or to some worthy person, and so on) >>. I think that we would agree that violent radicalism that seeks to harm others is wrong. While I have good friends who are very nice, friendly, and peace-loving people who call themselves Muslims, the religion of Islam has a history (and current practice) of killing people for not accepting the Muslim beliefs. Radical Islam is soundly founded on the Koran, the Hadith, and the teachings and actions of Muhammad, and it has declared war against America. This is a clear and present danger to all Americans, including peace-loving people who call themselves Muslims. It is sad to note that these peace-loving Muslims would likely be murdered if they lived in a Muslim nation, because they don’t adhere to the commands of the Koran. That is simply not tolerated in any nation that is predominantly Muslim. As a result, Islam is the best example of such << truly negative (or badly intentioned) "fundamentalism" >>. The Crusades and many other atrocities have been done in the name of Christianity and the God of the Bible, but they are in direct conflict with the teachings of the Bible, and the teachings and actions of Jesus Christ. They, too, are good examples of the << truly negative (or badly intentioned) "fundamentalism" >> that the essay talks about, but they are not representative of true, Biblical Christianity. My main disagreement with the essay is that it seems to elevate tolerance over truth. It seems to be saying that it doesn’t matter what you believe, as long as you keep it to yourself. Live and let live seems to be the greatest good. I for one want to know and believe the Truth. Having found it, I want to live in accordance with those beliefs. The Bible commands me to live at peace with those around me, and to share Christ’s teachings with others. I am no great man, but I strive to be an obedient servant and I pray that God will use me to reach others for Him. People are welcome to reject the Bible and its claims (and sadly, most do), but I will do my best to present intelligent, rational reasons for what I believe. Ken