Originally Posted by barry12345

You have to have a little flexability when it comes to organized religion. Religion is one thing. Organised structured religion can be a much different kettle of fish. I actually almost see them as two separate entities.

I for example have never had any issue with what someone believes individually as Christians. At the same time there are multipal issues with most organized religion. A lot of them and their internal policies fly in the face of what they claim to represent and expound.

I for example will not make fun of peoples beliefs. I also will not in general treat organized religion in exactly the same fashion. Organization is the key word here. Behaviors and policies under the various banners or at least many of them raise serious questions.