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Jun 15, 2007, 09:22 am

In a recent thread on homosexuality, views were expressed by some, self-described born again Christians that could only be characterized as hate speech.

Given the teachings of Jesus and the notion of an all-loving God, I cannot understand how a person who claimed to serve Jesus could express hatred toward anyone. Hate and the love of Jesus seem to me to be psychologically (for a sane person), let alone philosophically, incompatible.

How is it possible to be a Christian, yet consumed by hatred for others?

Of course, there are many Christian sects that do preach and try to emulate Christ's love for others--for example, the Episcopal Church in the United States and the Mennonites.

All views--even those of they who hate--are solicited.

Regards
S.

Jun 15, 2007, 09:22 am	#1 (permalink) (top)
sdbest Guest Posts: n/a	Why do (some) Christians hate? In a recent thread on homosexuality, views were expressed by some, self-described born again Christians that could only be characterized as hate speech. Given the teachings of Jesus and the notion of an all-loving God, I cannot understand how a person who claimed to serve Jesus could express hatred toward anyone. Hate and the love of Jesus seem to me to be psychologically (for a sane person), let alone philosophically, incompatible. How is it possible to be a Christian, yet consumed by hatred for others? Of course, there are many Christian sects that do preach and try to emulate Christ's love for others--for example, the Episcopal Church in the United States and the Mennonites. All views--even those of they who hate--are solicited. Regards S.