I Am Christian

I consider myself a christian, but sometimes I wonder just what kind of christian I am. I was part of a fundementalist denomination for many years, but found that I was frustrated when they ignored my husband and daughter (both disabled). I’m just so tired of it all though. Some of the meanest people I’ve met call themselves Christian. The nicest, most inclusive people I’ve met don’t consider themselves christian at all.

I miss some it though. The people to talk to, some of the friends I made. Anyone else feel like that?

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questionWeaver

I have never experienced that ... I have always found assurance, acceptance and blessings at churches ... of many denominations ... and synagogues

Guess I have been very fortunate

SW-User

@questionWeaver I have experienced that,too.
But, I have all so wittnessed great ignorance,bigotry,arrogance,and down right hostility.

questionWeaver

@SW-User do you attribute that behavior to God or people?

Broadwaygeek67 · 56-60, F

I attribute that to the people, definitely not God. I think that they are either misinterpreting the gospel or just afraid.@questionWeaver

questionWeaver

@Broadwaygeek67 I come across people all the time that mean well ... but can not communicate.

That is when I open my heart to what they intend ... not, what they say

Broadwaygeek67 · 56-60, F

@questionWeaver interesting comment. I guess that can be difficut sometimes. I find the intent is sometimes worse than what they say

questionWeaver

@Broadwaygeek67 I have found ... if they have faith in their heart, it shows clearly

If they are have faith, then I know their intent is good.

If they are not firm in faith ... regardless of what they say I can forgive and provide an example of firm faith in return.

Bottomline ... the high ground is always dry