Atheism vs Christianity
I just finished watching a couple of videos online. They were from an evangelist that uses evidence to prove beyond a doubt God’s existence. Which, as one blog wrote, negates faith. This debate was between two atheists and these two Christians. It was a horror show.
I used to like to argue with atheists. There are lots of books in my library to prove it. Now, not so much. Why? It all comes down to love. I had to decide whether I was going to argue with people or love them like Jesus did.
By focusing on love, this evangelist would say that I am representing only a part of the Gospel. He would say that I am focused too much on God’s love and not enough on God’s judgment. You can look up the video and tell me if you think the argument route is more convincing than love.
Yes, I know that love is a dynamic concept. I realize that sometimes love hurts. I get it…honest. It killed Jesus.
Jesus said that we would be know by our love for each other. We are to love people as Jesus loved us. We are to be imitators of Christ. What would happen if we witnessed to people by living the love of Christ, even atheists? What if we let the Holy Spirit do the Spirit’s job and we love God and love our neighbor as we love ourselves?
We could argue with atheists, but is that the best use of our time? I know the Bible says to be prepared to give a reason for our hope in Jesus. It also says it is to be done with gentleness and respect.
So, whether it is a mind-numbing banana defense or using the Ten Commandments, I think I will stick with feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, visiting the sick, imprisoned, and giving a drink to the thirsty. Simple, yes…and powerful.
Love…the anti-argument.