I had an interesting conversation with a lady today in relation to Christianity's form of punishment from the OT (stoning) and Muslim's form of punishment (beheading).
She had no understanding of Christianity and how either one of these punishments were justified enough to put someone to death.
She then continued to explain how both religions were just as bad as the other if they both teach to murder.
As a Christian how would you explain to someone who is non religious, who does not understand the difference between the two punishments and how they compare?
She had no understanding of Christianity and how either one of these punishments were justified enough to put someone to death.
She then continued to explain how both religions were just as bad as the other if they both teach to murder.
As a Christian how would you explain to someone who is non religious, who does not understand the difference between the two punishments and how they compare?
I'd just point out to her that Christianity is not a theocracy, the New Testament requires Christians to subject themselves to the laws of the land; "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities" (Romans 13:1). So unlike the ancient Hebrews and Muslims, Christianity is based in adoration and grace. The punishment (curse of the law) was endured by our Savior. That's the big difference, Muslims are bound by their laws and demand submission because they have no Savior, and there is no grace in Islam.