A liberal comes out as a Christian

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

And the Christian Left has a powerful voice in Anne Lamott, who staked out that territory long ago. Nothing to see here.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

Christianity is based on the premise that nobody is good but God. It is entirely personal. The proof is how much time and effort we spend personally helping and thinking of others (not family members) compared to ourselves. That is a embarrassing ratio for me and everybody I know of. I'm sure it will be brought up at the judgement.

I don't think you understand Christianity at all. You certainly haven't demonstrated an understanding of the tenets here. Why are you commenting at all about things you know nothing about? If you wish to learn more, you're welcome on Sunday morning. But you're embarrassing yourself with this post.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

Jesus would be excoriated on this forum. Feed the poor, turn the other cheek, serve the needy without reservation. I don't know too many conservatives that would turn the other cheek based on what I hear and read.

I have always associated Christianity with extreme liberalism. I'm not sure I even understand the premise of the article or OP's subject line. "Coming out" is an empowering gesture. But for a liberal to proclaim Christian faith -- that would really be a non-event and unsurprising.

I think the author's premise is that there is this conservative thought that only they are God's only chosen ones, and a professed liberal who is a believer is an anomaly.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

Christianity is based on the premise that nobody is good but God. It is entirely personal. The proof is how much time and effort we spend personally helping and thinking of others (not family members) compared to ourselves. That is a embarrassing ratio for me and everybody I know of. I'm sure it will be brought up at the judgement.

^^^ sometimes I wonder if the reason homosexuality is a sin is due to the stuff that the media links it to ...what to wear...what to eat... how to decorate.... What to drive...what are the best restaurants...the best art.... the best shows....me me me perfection of comfort and sex...me me me queer eye for the straight guy...

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

Christianity is based on the premise that nobody is good but God. It is entirely personal. The proof is how much time and effort we spend personally helping and thinking of others (not family members) compared to ourselves. That is a embarrassing ratio for me and everybody I know of. I'm sure it will be brought up at the judgement.

I don't think you understand Christianity at all. You certainly haven't demonstrated an understanding of the tenets here. Why are you commenting at all about things you know nothing about? If you wish to learn more, you're welcome on Sunday morning. But you're embarrassing yourself with this post.

Matthew 19:16-22New King James Version (NKJV)

Jesus Counsels the Rich Young Ruler

16 Now behold, one came and said to Him, “Good[a] Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may have eternal life?”

17 So He said to him, “Why do you call Me good?[b] No one is good but One, that is, God.[c] But if you want to enter into life, keep the commandments.”

18 He said to Him, “Which ones?”

Jesus said, “‘You shall not murder,’ ‘You shall not commit adultery,’ ‘You shall not steal,’ ‘You shall not bear false witness,’ 19 ‘Honor your father and your mother,’[d] and, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ ”[e]

20 The young man said to Him, “All these things I have kept from my youth.[f] What do I still lack?”

21 Jesus said to him, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell what you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me.”

22 But when the young man heard that saying, he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions.

[Anonymous]

Liberal AND Christian, here!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

And the Christian Left has a powerful voice in Anne Lamott, who staked out that territory long ago. Nothing to see here.

And the Christian Right has powerful voices in John Hagee ("God thinks 'nasty' welfare recipients should get a job or starve").

There are many out there with voices, some questionable.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Liberal AND Christian, here!

Tony Campolo is a pastor, sociologist, AND liberal. He's well respected and a thoughtful, intellectual teacher.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Liberal AND Christian, here!

Tony Campolo is a pastor, sociologist, AND liberal. He's well respected and a thoughtful, intellectual teacher.

PP again. And some Christian liberals are conservative when it comes to gay marriage.

Building Bridges of Understanding: Tony and Peggy Campolo on Homosexuality
Dr. Tony Campolo, professor emeritus of sociology at Eastern College in suburban Philadelphia, is a well-known and highly respected voice in evangelical Christianity today. Dr. Campolo is an ordained Baptist minister, a popular speaker, author of numerous books, and founder of a ministry which reaches out to poor and hurting people worldwide in the name of Jesus.

Dr. Campolo's position on homosexuality is conservative: he believes that the Bible forbids all homosexual activity. However, he does not support attempts to "convert" gays into straights; rather, he advises gay people to pursue celibacy. His position is what some refer to as "Side B."

Peggy Campolo, Dr. Campolo's wife, takes a different view. She supports monogamous, same-sex relationships, and believes that marriages should be recognized in the church for both heterosexual and homosexual couples. Peggy's position is what some refer to as "Side A."

Two committed Christians with two different views - yet they are able to share the same bed each night and respect each other's faith. How do they do it?

https://www.gaychristian.net/campolos.php

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

And the Christian Left has a powerful voice in Anne Lamott, who staked out that territory long ago. Nothing to see here.

And the Christian Right has powerful voices in John Hagee ("God thinks 'nasty' welfare recipients should get a job or starve").

There are many out there with voices, some questionable.

Um, what does John Hagee have to do with this? I'm just pointing out that "liberal Christian" in not an oxymoron.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

+1 Another liberal Christian here. They key aspects of the political left are much more in alignment with the actual teachings of Christ than are those on the political right. e.g. help the poor, care for the sick, etc.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

+1 Another liberal Christian here. They key aspects of the political left are much more in alignment with the actual teachings of Christ than are those on the political right. e.g. help the poor, care for the sick, etc.

Correct. But you also can't abort babies and marry someone of the same sex or divorce your opposite sex party.

It's not always easy.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

+1 Another liberal Christian here. They key aspects of the political left are much more in alignment with the actual teachings of Christ than are those on the political right. e.g. help the poor, care for the sick, etc.

Correct. But you also can't abort babies and marry someone of the same sex or divorce your opposite sex party.

It's not always easy.

Pls cite verses where Jesus himself addresses abortion and gay marriage. Since we're talking about Jesus' actual teachings and works, not interpretations from OT.

And btw divorce is not a liberals-only phenomenon.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

+1 Another liberal Christian here. They key aspects of the political left are much more in alignment with the actual teachings of Christ than are those on the political right. e.g. help the poor, care for the sick, etc.

Correct. But you also can't abort babies and marry someone of the same sex or divorce your opposite sex party.

It's not always easy.

Pls cite verses where Jesus himself addresses abortion and gay marriage. Since we're talking about Jesus' actual teachings and works, not interpretations from OT.

And btw divorce is not a liberals-only phenomenon.

Jesus cites the validity of the Ten Commandments , he addresses divorce and references the annihilation of Sodom(y).

He doesn't address worrying about the environment , slavery or discrimination against anal sex practice.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Interesting at two levels:

First, her thought process as she embraced Christianity and, second, the comments that it has generated - some welcoming and others almost hostile.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/28/why-i-m-coming-out-as-a-christian.html

I don't understand -- Christianity is an extremely liberal religion. There's absolutely nothing remarkable about a liberal professing Christian faith.

+1 Another liberal Christian here. They key aspects of the political left are much more in alignment with the actual teachings of Christ than are those on the political right. e.g. help the poor, care for the sick, etc.

Correct. But you also can't abort babies and marry someone of the same sex or divorce your opposite sex party.

It's not always easy.

Pls cite verses where Jesus himself addresses abortion and gay marriage. Since we're talking about Jesus' actual teachings and works, not interpretations from OT.

And btw divorce is not a liberals-only phenomenon.

Indeed, conservative Christians seem to have higher divorce rates:
http://www.christianpost.com/news/divorce-rate-higher-in-counties-with-more-conservative-protestants-study-says-113392/