Why Do Atheists Join A Christian Chat Line?

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seoulsearch

seoulsearch

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Hey Everyone!

First of all, PLEASE let me state that I DO NOT mean to sound critical, demeaning, or hostile towards anyone out there in ANY way.

I also know this is a question that seems like it should be in another forum, but seeing as we already have an intense discussion going here as it is...

I just can't help but wonder out loud, as I have for some time, as to why atheists would want to join Christian chat sites? This is a genuine question and I don't mean for it to sound malicious at all.

I'm coming from the viewpoint that, as a Christian, I don't seek out atheistic groups or gatherings, simply because I don't share their beliefs and would not want to intrude, nor would I feel we had any beliefs in common. I've had friends who are atheists, but if they had a special place where they all met and discussed life according to their system of beliefs, I wouldn't join in, just because I would feel very out of place and would feel I had nothing to contribute.

But, maybe it's just me... So, if it's not too intrusive, I was just wondering why any atheists or agnostics out there feel it's worth the time to hang with a bunch of Christians? Is it out of curiosity, or just to see if we truly speak and live what we believe?

PLEASE don't take this question in an offensive way, and I am NOT trying to sound rude or sarcastic here. I would like to ask that everyone else please be respectful as well--the last thing I want is to start a thread where people are attacking others here who may not share our beliefs, but feel something in their heart to spend time here anyway.

The reason I am asking is so that I can be more educated and sensitive when talking to others who have different beliefs than mine.

Thank you in advance!
 
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I've flirted with atheism (or other forms of theism) before and one of the reasons I chose to hang out with Christians is that it's simply fun to have meaningful conversations using vocabulary we both share. It's rare that people are willing to discuss the "big ideas" with random folks. You know you can always find an interesting conversation and the variations are endless.

There will always be somebody telling women they're going to hell for wearing makeup. Or willing to defend antiabortion bills. Or prohibition of gay marriage. Etc.
 
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I'd argue this particular forum is better socially than many other sites to hang around in. More often than not, I'd say the purpose for staying here is different than the purpose for joining. I joined for a few things, playing keyboard in the yousing room, seeing what goes on in y'all's heads :) and putting out my approach to things in the advice sections, and in terms of fill of debates, there's usually a topic relating to unbelief where I think it warrants putting the opposing perspective in.

Initially, I only had to log the chat to find 2-3 people a session on a witnessing quest for me but there were occassional persons for a general chat. What staying here has done has better able myself to communicate with christians without turning a discussion into slogging contest. If there was a time to intake brute discussions, then I never needed to try, it all seemed to flow into me. Now i've built up enough friends and acquaintences in the chatrooms that they know i'm just there to be sociable, even been defended once or twice :)

I don't think an analogy of Christian chat v Athiest chat really holds, because there really is a larger set of customs, culture and community christians would expect, whereas athiests percentage wise don't have that expectation of their own sites and often visit purely for debate related reasons.
 
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Liamson

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Ah, see this is called baiting. :)

Be careful what you wish for because you may get more than you intended.
 
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lol i don't mind hanging around with the atheist or even the muslims and agnostics. I keep thinking maybe eventually all the seeds will take root and grow in their minds and reach down into their hearts to find some fertile soul and they will grow to love Jesus as much as we do :)
 
Dude653

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atheist join just to argue and cause strife.. im not gonna waste my time with them... i dont cast my pearls to swine
 
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seoulsearch

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Dude653 said:
atheist join just to argue and cause strife.. im not gonna waste my time with them... i dont cast my pearls to swine
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I would have to respectfully disagree with this, but that's just me. I don't think every atheist has this as an intention for coming here... (as noted in the above posts).

And I see so much arguing amongst Christians, sometimes the same could be said of us, quite frankly.

Perhaps I should clarify--I actually started this thread to ask the atheists themselves why they come here, not to see what other Christians theorize about them.

I intend, and hope that this thread will remain respectful, and in the light of the respect that God would want us to have for each other, whether Christian or not. Remember, God tells us to judge our own sins and shortcomings before judging someone else, so it seems that before we cast a stone at anyone, it would be helpful to remember our own faults first.

I would encourage anyone taking shots at someone who is an atheist to please state your own faults as a Christian first. After all, as Christians, we want to show people that we walk the walk and don't just talk the talk.

Thank you!
 
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seoulsearch said:
I would have to respectfully disagree with this, but that's just me. I don't think every atheist has this as an intention for coming here... (as noted in the above posts).

And I see so much arguing amongst Christians, sometimes the same could be said of us, quite frankly.

Perhaps I should clarify--I actually started this thread to ask the atheists themselves why they come here, not to see what other Christians theorize about them.

I intend, and hope that this thread will remain respectful, and in the light of the respect that God would want us to have for each other, whether Christian or not. Remember, God tells us to judge our own sins and shortcomings before judging someone else, so it seems that before we cast a stone at anyone, it would be helpful to remember our own faults first.

I would encourage anyone taking shots at someone who is an atheist to please state your own faults as a Christian first. After all, as Christians, we want to show people that we walk the walk and don't just talk the talk.

Thank you!
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I think the quote "don't throw your pearls to the pigs" is applicable only when you meet a non christian and they make it their business to bait you verbally just to piss you off. Theyre not willing to look at all sides, they don't allow for fair debate and you get the sense they enjoy insulting your values especially when they know that by joining a christian website without considering the words and manner they choose to use they will make a lot of people uncomfortable.

On the hand... Despite not agreeing theologically, I respect those who choose to be what they are (whether its agnostic, athiest or what I call fence-sitters) and are willing to see the other side and research a bit. I have no problem being on the recieving end of an athiest or curious person with genuine questions, I find they unknowling make me want to study my bible and other studies more so that I have the decency to give them the best answer that I can give. If they don't agree what I have to say thats fine, because its not personal (unless you're my brother lol)
 
seoulsearch

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kiwi_OT said:
I think the quote "don't throw your pearls to the pigs" is applicable only when you meet a non christian and they make it their business to bait you verbally just to piss you off. Theyre not willing to look at all sides, they don't allow for fair debate and you get the sense they enjoy insulting your values especially when they know that by joining a christian website without considering the words and manner they choose to use they will make a lot of people uncomfortable.

On the hand... Despite not agreeing theologically, I respect those who choose to be what they are (whether its agnostic, athiest or what I call fence-sitters) and are willing to see the other side and research a bit. I have no problem being on the recieving end of an athiest or curious person with genuine questions, I find they unknowling make me want to study my bible and other studies more so that I have the decency to give them the best answer that I can give. If they don't agree what I have to say thats fine, because its not personal (unless you're my brother lol)
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Very true, Melody.

I think that sometimes we Christians become "overzealous" and think we are going to "win over these poor, lost souls" for the Lord. Of course, it's our hope that as many people as possible will come to salvation through Christ.

But what I mean is, WE think that WE are going to change THEM, when so often, as a very wise person here on CC once told me, God puts THEM in our paths to change US. Like you, I appreciate respectful, lively conversation with those of others beliefs, because, as you said, it makes me look at myself and say, "Do I REALLY believe what I say or am I just lip-syncing? Am I going through the motions or do I really put my whole heart in my faith as a Christian?"

People with other beliefs help me become a better, more dedicated person.
 
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Very true, Melody.

I think that sometimes we Christians become "overzealous" and think we are going to "win over these poor, lost souls" for the Lord. Of course, it's our hope that as many people as possible will come to salvation through Christ.

But what I mean is, WE think that WE are going to change THEM, when so often, as a very wise person here on CC once told me, God puts THEM in our paths to change US. Like you, I appreciate respectful, lively conversation with those of others beliefs, because, as you said, it makes me look at myself and say, "Do I REALLY believe what I say or am I just lip-syncing? Am I going through the motions or do I really put my whole heart in my faith as a Christian?"

People with other beliefs help me become a better, more dedicated person.
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Read any book by Josh McDowel, he does youth ministry and used to be the biggest hardcore athiest (more than CS Lewis was in my opinion) and he has written a few books where he was the very well educated athiest out to disprove the bible and ended up becomming a Christian. Now he writes very well researched books protecting the authenticity of Jesus and the bible. A bit of a modern day Paul really. All his books ask and answer all the awkward, painful, grisly questions most christians never want to be asked by an athiest. Worth reading.
 
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My reason for joining was to challenge my own ideals and perception of our world. When certain arguments are defeated, I am forced to reevaluate and strengthen my arguments. The same is gained for those that present arguments that I am able to refute. For me, the interest is in growing using "trial by fire".
 
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for the converstations people debate many reasons not just to argue according to some its like me joining a fourm about cars i dont know alot about cars im not intrested in the car it self i just like the design and the work people put into it you dont have to be a car crazy fan so you can join the fourm same reason for this place
 
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For some God draws them, for some, just the opposite. Methinks.
 
Dude653

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I dont mean to be mean or hateful or to judge anyone... but I m SICK of atheists coming into our christian chat rooms with the agenda of disrupting our fellowship. I dont care who i offend.. I'm rebuking that! I will try to share Christ and I still love the atheist... but i will not debate him. It's pointless and it accomplishes nothingI f you dont want to talk about things of God. You can leave... it's just that simple
 
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if you really worried that a bunch of people can disupt and destory your fellowship then it really show how much faith you have in your fellowship
 
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i mean obv i get ppl trying to convince me and debunk me and turn to chirst on hear and on the streets but im not worried about because i know no matter what they say im not gona change my opinion
 
VikkiKate89

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2 reasons. 1) because I haven't fully excluded Christianity as a possibility yet. And 2) There's less pervs on Christian sites. And better yet the mods are more reliable at taking care of any I come across. I'd rather have a conversation than hear, "You're hot sexi," or "Wanna see my cam?"
 
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They come for the punch and cookies.
 
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