Christians on the Run?

[Zzyzx]

[otseng]

I'll make a comment.

Actually, I agree with the general assessment that "Christian Fundamentalists" are terrible debaters. I have not come across one either that has given very persuasive arguments.

But, this is not to say that persuasive arguments do not exist. And it doesn't mean that it's impossible to defend a literal reading of the Bible. And it doesn't mean that only "non-literalist Christians" can debate well.

As for non-theists presenting sound, irrefutable arguments, which posts are you referring to?

[JoeyKnothead]

As for non-theists presenting sound, irrefutable arguments, which posts are you referring to?

I'd say his own.

McCulloch and goat also come to mind.

[Zzyzx]

[otseng]

[McCulloch]

[otseng]

Why?

As to the whys, I'm not sure. That would be a good research topic.

Is that a shortcoming that you are planning to address in the New Kind Church?

There are many shortcomings that I'm attempting to address.

Some issues that are on my mind:
- To not be boring
- To be relevant
- To attract men
- Being able to address non-Christians effectively
- Have Bible studies that are both deep and practical
- Don't be holed up in the church walls, but go out and minister to the world
- Serve and love non-Christians with no strings attached
- To be respectful to all
- To be racially inclusive
- To deemphasize giving to the church, but to give directly to other causes
- To not build up a personal kingdom of having a nice church building and a paid staff
- To minister to the less fortunate

[Zzyzx]