Reply #39: No problem.

[GumboYaYa]

I didn't take it personally; I just did not understand what you were trying to say.

I think simple-minded may be a little harsh. Many people feel genuinely afraid and/or angry over the state of our country right now. The media and even people within our government have attributed the reelection of Bush to Christian voters. It is a natural human reaction to look for someone to blame. Christians make an easy target in the current climate.

If Christian means living your life according to the teachings of Jesus, there is nothing Christian at all about the right-wing fundies. Jesus was a liberal. The Sermon on the Mount is one of the greatest liberal speeches in the history of the world. Instead of being hurt by the natural reaction of people to lash out at the contorted Christianity promoted by fundies, I simply think it is better to do as Jesus would and use it as a chance to tell people what Jesus really says and stands for.