Why is it easier to say no to something like “hard drugs” than it is religion? Anyone ever been in the position of being face to face with, say, a Christian, and if asked whether they believein god, sort of mumble and stumble through words finally claiming, to yo4ur embarrassment that that question is way too personal or some other idiotic statement? It might jusr be Sunday services, but for me, those are easier to get out o, “ I was raised Episcopalian, so,”. Or one I always enjoyed that a friend used to use, very effectively,”You’re what? Oh, one of those. A protestant. Well, I.m Catholic and evetyone knows the Catholic Church is the true faith.”

Personally, I’ve found it to be tude to the most annoying. I attempt to not be rude to anyone in particular, but annoying people drive me over the edge sometimes. No, it’s mostly nice words thar wouldn’t happen between two more committed enmities. Do we really “hate” one another or is it just a difference of opinion on whether any gods exist or not? If one exists, why not more?

I’ve always been curious as to why the book of Exodus tells believers that “Thou shalt have no other gods before Me”(Ex. 20:2) intimating that there are indeed other gods, but these people, the Hebrews, are forbidden in recognizing them? think about all of the beliefs that disappeared once religion, in this case Christianity, had the force of government behind it. Those other western religions, withered on their weak vines.

So why is it so difficult foe many (some?) of us have a hard time telling these evangelical types to just leave us alone? I know people that will hide in their own homes to avoid Jehovah Witnesses? I remember doing that when members of a local Baptist chutch were inviting their “neighbors” to Christmas services. Ridiculous? You bet.

I have no problem anymore. Why should I or anyone be afraid if telling someone thar they are not interested in their religion? They’re allowed to ask the question, then I or anyone else should not feel intimidated to let them know what we think. We don’t have to be mean, or even rude to let someone know that,no, we’re just not interested.