RE: Why do you think atheists feel judged by Christians
March 27, 2012 at 9:43 am
(This post was last modified: March 27, 2012 at 9:48 am by Drich.)
(March 27, 2012 at 12:14 am)WhatIfGodWasJustAMyth Wrote: Why do you think atheists feel judged by Christians?
In a word guilt.
Because the realities of the situation places all of us in the same boat we are all sinners to an equal degree, in that we are condemned to eternal separation from God because of our sin.
The ONLY thing the differentiates "us and them" is we have elected to accept the offer of atonement offered by Christ. This however does not mean we are better people nor does it mean we sin to a lessor degree that buys our way into heaven. It simply means "we" have accepted our sin and asked that it be forgiven. The fact that we do that, emphasizes a Fact that mosts Atheists have killed God (in their minds) to forget. All of this combined leads to simple guilt, even when absolutely nothing has been said to condemn those who do not seek forgiveness.
(March 27, 2012 at 1:02 am)whateverist Wrote: I've never tried to justify my beliefs to them nor have they asked me too. I suspect they are afraid that whatever I say might shake their belief more than it will mine.
Or perhaps they know by reserving judgment you stand a better chance of seeking God. Nothing can be said to anyone who does not want to know God. "Conviction" (As the bible identifies it) or what you all have deemed judgment is supposed to be reserved for those who seek a reason to accept Christ. Not for those who deny Him.
