The Non-Prophets

Christian Love's Full Effect: Violence on Display


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A Satanic display was destroyed outside the New Hampshire Capitol

The Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on December 11, 2024

https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/a-satanic-display-was-destroyed-outside

The discussion begins with a story about the Satanic Temple's holiday Baphomet display in Concord, New Hampshire, invited by agnostic state representative Helen Reed to ensure religious inclusivity. Despite being legally sanctioned, the display was vandalized within hours, underscoring the contrast between Christian ideals of peace and acts of violence. Kelley criticizes the justification of such behavior as "Christian love," labeling it hypocritical and counterproductive.

Stephen delves into the motivations behind these actions, questioning whether they stem from fear, ignorance, or privilege. He recalls his own past as a devout believer to empathize with those reacting out of fear, ignorance, or religious indoctrination. Jonathan highlights the irony of Christians attacking a "graven image" while ignoring their nativity scenes, reflecting a selective application of scripture.

Stephen expands on the broader human and cultural implications, noting that societal changes, including increased diversity and rapid technological advances, may intensify fear-driven behaviors among those resistant to change. The panel agrees that self-reflection and awareness are key to avoiding similar pitfalls, emphasizing the importance of maturity in navigating these challenges.

The conversation closes on a lighter note, with humor about lactose tolerance evolving faster than societal violence intolerance and the prophetic relevance of Alvin Toffler's Future Shock. Despite the heavy themes, the panel appreciates the amusing irony of Christians committing sins to protest a harmless mannequin.

The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.01.2 featuring Scott Dickie, Kelley Laughlin, Jonathan Roudabush and Stephen Harder


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