what is bob jones university?!

naturalmom
Tue, 13 Mar 2007 17:16:52 +0000

Thanks for your reply, Tarhunt. You’ve articulated a better answer for me than I’ve been able to guess at, for the reason that there is a difference in attitude toward Christians and their morals, and Muslims with theirs. I have been puzzled about this for some time (not to mention slightly offended, being a Christian myself).

I did not grow up in a fundamentalist environment, but I have met a number of people who did, and often they have similar attitudes to yours. I find it quite a difficult thing, because I can see the intent of many (NOT all) fundamentalists who are really trying to walk our their Christian faith; and I can also see the intent of some “anti-fundamentalist” friends of mine, and I know that they are dealing with things as best as they can.

I would agree about the fear issue. There are ways that society is changing that frankly do frighten me sometimes. While I would agree with you in not wanting BJU to run the country, there are quite a few on the other side who scare me even more.

Anyway, thanks for your honesty, and I’m sorry if I’ve stirred things up again. I won’t post anymore, just so this thread can get buried!