children). This website specifically mentions how some Christians (Catholics, in the specific
example given) tell children scary stories about the punishment for sins, and how this
terribly affects children.
Just like in my last "Abandon Christianity" post, I realize that this reason has
nothing to do with whether Christianity is true or not. But oh well, here is my answer.
Christians are not, and have never been perfect. Some Christian adults do use the
“you’re going to Hell for your sins” method as their main way of trying to cajole children to
obedience. This is wrong because it should be a child’s love for Jesus that spurs him to
obedience, not a fear of Hell.
But just like last time, this website still gets it wrong. Though Christians have
preyed on children’s innocence (to force obedience, or else…), Christianity (i.e. doctrine,
the Bible, etc.) does not. If Christianity is true, then there is a punishment for sins. Telling
everyone about this punishment is merciful (as long as parents or others don’t use it for
selfish purposes), for it is through this knowledge that people ask, “How can I avoid this
punishment?” That’s an opening for Jesus, His love, and salvation if there ever was one.
definition of “preying on innocent children”. They believe that children should not be told
about the supernatural at all. Then, when a child is old enough, he or she can learn about
Christianity if he or she wants to know about it. They say that everything that pertains to
God, not just the Hell aspect, preys on the innocent.
By this definition, yes, Christians prey on the innocent. All Christian parents say
something about the supernatural to their children, so they are all “guilty” of this.
I am “A-okay” with preying on the innocent if it is defined in this way.
innocent” is telling children about Hell and punishment.
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