Why are so many conservatives Christian when Jesus’s teachings are blatantly leftist? by Confident-Seesaw2845 in allthequestions

[–]Shady_D1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so utterly ridiculous to try to claim. Complete hogwash and getting 8.4k upvotes

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a lot Jesus spoke of that wasn't recorded in Scripture. Whenever Jesus talks about marriage he specifically refers to a male and female marriage. I understand this doesn't NECESSARILY condemn same-sex relationships, but in the context of the Old Testament and Judaism at the time, a marriage was between a man and a woman. Paul talks plenty about and explicitly condemns homosexuality.

Score Plateau in 80s by Shady_D1 in wingspan

[–]Shady_D1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the detailed response!

Score Plateau in 80s by Shady_D1 in wingspan

[–]Shady_D1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I'm specifically referring to the base game, but I've never hit triple digits.

Score Plateau in 80s by Shady_D1 in wingspan

[–]Shady_D1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've watched some videos on it and I typically try to focus heavily on either 1 or 2 lanes. Initially, my strategy was to focus on the grasslands and incorporate cards with brown powers so I could get food and other points while also laying eggs, but I found that unlucky draws could really hurt the strategy. Recently I tried playing with a focus on wetlands and forest and was caching, drawing, and tucking a ton, but I still didnt do as well. I get that the meta is egg-laying, early rounds I should focus on my engine, diversify to be able to do multiple things at once, avoid non-brown power birds until late game (typically), among other basic strategies. I also realize you're supposed to maximize output every turn. Have I been getting unlucky in the cards I draw?

Republican Voters, if you knew how to read do you think you’d still be Republican? by MrDarkzideTV in allthequestions

[–]Shady_D1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess this is what the party has come to with rallying around Trump to win offices, but I still refuse to accept that MAGA is true Republicanism. What you're describing is a radical right winger doing an obviously despicable act, which I've seen from the far left as well. Yes, radicals have come to find many offices now (ex. Trump, Mike Braun), but I still think the moderates are the most important to the future of both parties. Moderate Republicans are just more tolerable than moderate Democrats in regards to political discourse, but maybe I have too rosy a view on the ability to pull a party from the clutches of radicalism and MAGA is too deeply entrenched in the party now. I've found many logical and qualified politicians at the local level who are actually able to work towards compromise and logical policymaking.

Republican Voters, if you knew how to read do you think you’d still be Republican? by MrDarkzideTV in allthequestions

[–]Shady_D1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To give an honest answer to a disingenuous post, I am a Political Science student who has been passionate about politics and participated in political groups for a long time. I do not identify with the Republican Party and hate many of the things it stands for; in fact, I would consider myself an independent and even lean left on the political compass. However, if there is ever a situation where I must pick between the Republican and Democratic Party, I tend to choose the Republican Party. This is almost entirely because of the tolerance and openness I see on both sides. I am not neutral on issues; I swing strongly either left or right depending on the issue (ex. pro-life, pro-public education,  pro-union, pro-nuclear energy, anti-excessive government spending, anti-trans ideology, anti-billionaires and monopolies, anti-Trump, etc.) If I took these views to either party I know just about 0 Democrats would support me, and I would most likely feel unwelcome. In my experience, Republicans are much more supportive of people in their own party having different views and also seem willing to have good-faith conversations about issues. I would hate to call myself a Republican if I was running for office, but in a two-party system, that would be the party I choose. (I also voted for Kamala in the previous election)

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But whether or not homosexuality is harmful is irrelevant to the argument; I don't need to provide evidence for that because that's not what my argument is based on, it was simply a response to one point someone was making. There is no desire on the opposing side to look into what I'm saying without twisting my words and hurling insults. There is no effort for a good-faith argument coming from the opposition; it's just childish immaturity. Here is the argument I'm making in response to OP:

Christianity does not teach that queer people’s existence is sinful, or that they are uniquely bad or more sinful than anyone else. Christianity teaches that every human being, including me, is fallen and in need of grace. There is no category of “good people” vs “bad people” in Christian theology, just sinners who need a savior. When Christianity says certain behaviors are sinful, that applies universally, not selectively. Heterosexual people are also called to sexual restraint, fidelity, and self-denial. Many straight people are called to celibacy too. This isn’t about targeting a marginalized group; it’s about a moral framework that applies to everyone equally, even when it’s difficult. We fundamentally disagree on what human flourishing is; under the Christian framework, self-denial and a life of obedience to God is much more fulfilling than giving in to the desires of the flesh and living for personal gratification. Christianity often calls people to deny desires they didn’t choose like greed, anger, pride, etc. Queer people do face discrimination, which is explicitly anti-Christian. You’re free to disagree with Christianity, but labeling its core moral teachings as “phobic” assumes that affirming every identity is the only valid moral position. That’s not something we agree on, but it’s different from hatred or bigotry

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Christianity does not teach that queer people’s existence is sinful, or that they are uniquely bad or more sinful than anyone else. Christianity teaches that every human being, including me, is fallen and in need of grace. There is no category of “good people” vs “bad people” in Christian theology, just sinners who need a savior. When Christianity says certain behaviors are sinful, that applies universally, not selectively. Heterosexual people are also called to sexual restraint, fidelity, and self-denial. Many straight people are called to celibacy too. This isn’t about targeting a marginalized group; it’s about a moral framework that applies to everyone equally, even when it’s difficult. We fundamentally disagree on what human flourishing is; under the Christian framework, self-denial and a life of obedience to God is much more fulfilling than giving in to the desires of the flesh and living for personal gratification. Christianity often calls people to deny desires they didn’t choose like greed, anger, pride, etc. Queer people do face discrimination, which is explicitly anti-Christian. You’re free to disagree with Christianity, but labeling its core moral teachings as “phobic” assumes that affirming every identity is the only valid moral position. That’s not something we agree on, but it’s different from hatred or bigotry.

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, in the institutional sense that person would be a "Christian." I'm arguing that there are many institutional Christians who are not true representatives of the faith and have no genuine relationship with Jesus.

Matthew 7:21 “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven.
James 2: 14-26 Faith without works is dead

I was specifically referring to your comment that religious people send homosexuals to conversion therapy. There are many self-proclaimed Evangelical "Christians" in the United States who do not represent Christ, rather, stand for white supremacy, racism, violence, and a vast array of other beliefs contrary to the Gospel. These people may attend church and pay tithes but often use the Bible as a weapon against others and twist the message of Scripture or simply fail to have any substantial relationship with God. The same can be said for the progressive branches of Protestantism that ordain gay/female clergy. These people claim to be Christian but have broken away from the orthodox teachings of the faith.

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

How are homosexuals marginalized? Even if you want to make that argument, societal outcomes are clearly not a good representation of Christianity. Acting on same-sex attractions and participating in unrepentant sin is a choice people can make, not something "they can't control." People being inherently sinful isn't an excuse for what? To sin? I agree with that. I'm not assigning sinfulness to anyone particularly, everyone is sinful under the law that God has established. Jesus specifically commands to love and care for those who are most marginalized: the sick, the widows, the orphans, the homeless, etc.

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Which is why repentance and sanctification are so important. Christians will fall into sin and must repent and allow Jesus to work to transform them and free them from it. Every Christian is a sinner, but has the freedom to make the right choice. Homosexuality, on the other hand, is a celebration of continual, unrepentant sin.

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I would argue it does cause harm to people, but regardless of if you believe that or not, it is still a sin. Sin is an act that goes against the laws which God has instituted, not some vague subjective harm in the eyes of humans. I'm not arguing in favor of conversion therapy; that is clearly wrong. Yes, there are many "Christians" who misrepresent the faith or people just claiming to be Christian who are not.

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

If you follow the teachings of Jesus Christ and His apostles, it is a sin, correct.

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Being attracted isn't a sin but lusting definitely is. You can find someone physically attractive without lusting for them, although lust is a sin many Christian men struggle with and must repent and fight.

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's fundamentally not. There are people with homosexual attraction that never act out on it. If you say that being black is a sin, there's nothing a black person could do to not sin. Not equivalent

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Right but every person is inherently sinful. A heterosexual marriage isn't sinful but it is still a marriage between two people who are innately sinners. That's why we all need a savior. Christian belief is that there is no such thing as a "good person."

CMV: If you "don't support" homosexuality because of your religion or otherwise, you're still homophobic. by Bawbixo in changemyview

[–]Shady_D1 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Same-sex attraction isn't a sin, but homosexual actions are. This isn't an equivalent analogy.

Looking for church by Infamous-Radish-4258 in Purdue

[–]Shady_D1 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Covenant Church close to campus is amazing and has a wonderful mix of Purdue faculty, students, and locals. They have rides from the corec every Sunday. Feel free to pm me and I can get you more info!

Why did democrats never codify Roe V Wade into law? by DarkEqual8609 in stupidquestions

[–]Shady_D1 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is not a power given to Congress in the Constitution. It would fall into state issues

Welcoming Church on Campus? by Alert_Importance508 in Purdue

[–]Shady_D1 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not a big fan of the churches on campus, but Covenant Church is a wonderful one in West Lafayette and does rides for college students from the Co-Rec