As Christians we are supposed to forgive but that doesn’t mean they should’ve receive the appropriate punishment whether that be life or death penalty. A very sad story all around.
Can’t say I would but Jesus did forgive those who were torturing and killing him. St Stephen as well. But so soon after the killing is what shocked me after this story. I’ve heard of people forgiving a killer of their loved one many years after it happened but never so quickly. I remember that church shooting in 15 the families said they were praying for the shooter
The average Christian parent is not Jesus and nor should they pretend they are.
The son of God forgived mortal sin from a position of strength. The average Christian is incapable of forgiving from a position of strength because most Christians have no real power in western society. They are brainwashed by globalist elites to be meek and told that is what their religion demands.
I studied at a Christian school and have read the Bible. I have a lot of respect for most Christian teachings just not the very idiotic notion of forgiving violent murderers.
Any religion that truly teaches its members to forgive the murderers of your own children has either been co-opted by globalist bad actors or is actually worthless.
I’m Christian and I can see your point because I’ve often struggled with being humble and meek as well as asserting myself when needed. It’s a fine line for sure. And I have seen a lot of churches being poisoned by what you are talking about. Thankfully mine hasn’t as of yet or I would’ve left.
The son of God forgived mortal sin from a position of strength. The average Christian is incapable of forgiving from a position of strength because most Christians have no real power in western society. They are brainwashed by globalist elites to be meek and told that is what their religion demands.
I don't disagree with your general point, but I am confused about this aspect of positional power.
I thought Christians were spiritually 'given strength' by God. And the Lord's Prayer (I know, more of a creed of desires than instruction) includes "forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us." Where does cultural context and influence enter?
The other part is Jesus's teachings. I know some verses get played up more than others to play up pacifism, but I guess this is where I need understanding of 'how do I confront evil in current_year.'
The average Christian parent is not Jesus and nor should they pretend they are.
The son of God forgived mortal sin from a position of strength.
This is heresy at best. The average Chrisitan should be striving to be like Jesus and its not an issue of pretend.
Jesus forgave from a position of weakness. His foregoing absolute power is a huge part of his sacrifice. He chose mortal weakness in order to fulfill the covenant. You're no better than the hippie motherfuckers and trying to bend the gospel to your whims.
They knew exactly what they were doing and they should either get life or the chair. Being forgiven doesn’t negate the rightful punishment. I’ve heard of forgiveness happening years later. Never this quickly
As Christians we are supposed to forgive but that doesn’t mean they should’ve receive the appropriate punishment whether that be life or death penalty. A very sad story all around.
One can forgive minor stuff like your neighbor accidentally knocking over your trash can.
No sane person would forgive the coldblooded murderer of your own child.
If forgiving the murder of your kids is what Christianity is meant to be then Christianity is better off not existing.
Can’t say I would but Jesus did forgive those who were torturing and killing him. St Stephen as well. But so soon after the killing is what shocked me after this story. I’ve heard of people forgiving a killer of their loved one many years after it happened but never so quickly. I remember that church shooting in 15 the families said they were praying for the shooter
The average Christian parent is not Jesus and nor should they pretend they are.
The son of God forgived mortal sin from a position of strength. The average Christian is incapable of forgiving from a position of strength because most Christians have no real power in western society. They are brainwashed by globalist elites to be meek and told that is what their religion demands.
I studied at a Christian school and have read the Bible. I have a lot of respect for most Christian teachings just not the very idiotic notion of forgiving violent murderers.
Any religion that truly teaches its members to forgive the murderers of your own children has either been co-opted by globalist bad actors or is actually worthless.
I’m Christian and I can see your point because I’ve often struggled with being humble and meek as well as asserting myself when needed. It’s a fine line for sure. And I have seen a lot of churches being poisoned by what you are talking about. Thankfully mine hasn’t as of yet or I would’ve left.
I don't disagree with your general point, but I am confused about this aspect of positional power. I thought Christians were spiritually 'given strength' by God. And the Lord's Prayer (I know, more of a creed of desires than instruction) includes "forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us." Where does cultural context and influence enter?
The other part is Jesus's teachings. I know some verses get played up more than others to play up pacifism, but I guess this is where I need understanding of 'how do I confront evil in current_year.'
Hey Ricky retardo I agree with you in general but
This is heresy at best. The average Chrisitan should be striving to be like Jesus and its not an issue of pretend.
Jesus forgave from a position of weakness. His foregoing absolute power is a huge part of his sacrifice. He chose mortal weakness in order to fulfill the covenant. You're no better than the hippie motherfuckers and trying to bend the gospel to your whims.
They knew exactly what they were doing and they should either get life or the chair. Being forgiven doesn’t negate the rightful punishment. I’ve heard of forgiveness happening years later. Never this quickly
I mean if they're dead, i wouldnt see a reason to keep hating them
Key word IF