In my last post I had expressed a certain level of shame when it comes to the churches treatment of non-believers.Specifically gays and lesbians.This points to a greater "eveil " that we as believers face: We have a bad reputation and image.
How so? Consider that in the last 10-15 years Christianity and it's followers have "fallen" in popularity with the non-believers.Indeed with each other! Haven't you noticed a particular shift towards animosity where the church is concerned? Back when I became a Christian in 1988 folks would be more apt to listen to the gospel in an open state of mind.Now the reaction is more than likely a resounding "Oh,you guys! You are all hypocrites,anti-gay,and way too political." Believe me,and to add to my shame, I have kept my mouth shut because of this. I know that we are to be "in the world but not of it" as Paul wrote.But that does not excuse us from representing our Lord and Faith with a genuine presence of Love towards ALL.I see that same old bumper sticker everywhere I go: "WWJD?" Indeed,what would Jesus do? LOVE,that's what He would do!
So with that I invite you to check out a very forward thinking website:
UnChristian
Don't let the name fool ya.This is a unique ministry with a radical way of viewing ourselves as believers and representatives of God's Love for His Creation.Please check it out....
I will write more on this later.
I love all of you!
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