When it comes to debating with a religious fundamentalists of any faith, you can count me out. In my younger years this was an exercise I found enjoyable, both a believer and a non-believer. I have found, as most do after a while, that one can predict with near precision the “arguments” and methods of “argument” to be tossed one’s way when engaged with said fundamentalist. I find that I avoid the debate because, frankly, it’s boring.
I came across a post at The Wise Sloth that listed 10 reasons he is “extremely hesitant to debate Christians.” There were right on point and I have experienced all ten. Go over and read the examples he provides.
- Christians are close minded.
- Christians don’t play by the rules of logic.
- The Bible is true because it says so.
- Every Christian is an expert. Every non-Christian needs to study more.
- Non-Christians take every passage out of context.
- The Bible contradicts itself.
- The Old Testament is obsolete…except when its the word of God.
- The Bible is the word of God…except when it’s not.
- Everything is a metaphor…when it’s convenient.
- Christianity is a moving target
