(for religious people only)Do you try to convert others to your religion or feel that it is wrong and they have the freedom of choice?
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aaron78
ANSWERS: 7
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If I am asked about my faith, or if the topic comes up I share my beliefs, and I will debate if the opportunity arises but I do not intentionally try to convert anyone.
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I strongly believe that my faith is worthy of consideration, and, they that wish to engage me on the topic from a sincere, and open heart can expect me to attempt to sway them, because I care about their souls. I cannot take someone's freedom to choose their own faith, nor is it my desire, nor is it the commission I was given by Christ. He simply ordered that all believers try. The choice is still yours. Even when some so-called "Christians" try to cram down your throat (let me make it clear that such behavior from a believer is reprehensible). To imply that it is "wrong" to try to convert someone to a way of thinking, is to imply that it is not "right" to express *any* opposing view on the bases that they are depriving another of his/her right to disagree. Billy Grahams wife used to say, "If two people never disagree, one of them is unnecessary."
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I will discuss my faith (I'm not one that is real comfortable with organized religion based on man made rules) with anyone without trying to sway them. If I disagree with their belief, I am still respectful of their feelings. Anyone that loves God, will be lead in the right direction through their own faith not my words.
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The only way that attempting to convert someone takes away their freedom of choice is if you attempt to force them to convert, that is conversion by the sword. Conversion by the sword is wrong. God created each of us with the capacity to choose our own paths in life. It is up to each of us to decide which religion, if any, we will follow. If a person follows a religion and they truly think that it is the right path back to God, then they have a responsibility to share that religion with other and try to convince them to convert. However, this sharing of beliefs should be done in a respectful manner. It should not involve criticizing the belief of others nor should it involve undue pressure on the other person to convert. I should be done in a manner of simply presenting what you believe. If the person comes to agree with you, then fine. However, if the person should decide that they don't agree with you, then you should respect their decision and let it go. Trying to convert someone and respecting their freedom of choice should go hand in hand. One does not have to exclude the other.
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I try to convert them, and leave it up to them as to how they exercise their freedom of choice. If you believe in something with all of your heart, why would you not try to share the faith that you have, and potentially make a difference in their salvation?
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No I do not ever try to convert anyone. They have a right to their beliefs as I have to mine and I am not here to be a missionary .
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As a christian it's my duty to help as many people as I can to find Jesus, but I would never push my beleif on others just them the path and pray they take it.
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