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316
Date submitted
01.05.2010
Date Updated
01.06.2010
by Julie Anne
Essay
I decided to write about myself and my faith. Please leave helpful hints. I need all the tips i can get.
Julie Anne, a seventeen year old girl who talks about the 'different' people in here life, when she is really the different one.
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wrote 163 days ago
Julie anne. I dissagree with you on so many levels yet agree with you also. Just so you know, I am a christian, but am also a lesbian. Going along with what others said, being a christian, our goal is to help people to be saved in order to go to heaven, but not to judge. In the bible it says those who judge will be judged. I believe being gay or a lesbian is not a sin, but even if it is, You are not the one to judge, God is.
wrote 191 days ago
No offense, but I have a problem with people who believe that non-christians will not be saved. I mean, Jesus's message was one of INclusion not EXclusion, right?As a Buddhist and a Bisexual with many Catholic and Eveangelical friends, I've experienced lots of prejudice and once was told I'd go to hell. That hurt me deeply, being that this is an issue which I feel very strongly about. I am not trying to criticize your beliefs or religion, I'm just stating my opinion, that's all.
wrote 195 days ago
Very good. You got the frustration of how the world views Christianity in there well, but, because it was just one paragraph, I did have a hard time following at times. But, what you said is true, Christians are the normal, abnormal.
wrote 207 days ago
This is so interesting! I'm Jewish and I believe in some sort of higher power; I have friends who are atheists and friends who are strong in their faith. I think both are perfectly fine -live and let live. But what interests me is the little-mentioned animosity coming from some atheists towards evangelicals -essentially, sinking to the level of those who they so detest. I can tell that I likely disagree with you on many issues, and I'm sure we could have many heated debates about religion and its place, but I'm actually really glad that you brought up this topic -it's not something discussed often enough.
wrote 222 days ago
I like your comparison and the ideas a lot. Although I share most of the same beliefs as you and sometimes feel as you express here, I have a bit of a different viewpoint. The idea progression is really good.
wrote 241 days ago
On grammar:- Do not capitalize the first word after a semi-colon- I would suggest either taking out "Wouldn't you!?" or just the exclamation point- I noticed in some places there were no spaces after the period.On what you wrote:I admire you for standing up for your beliefs, I really do, but I disagree with what you said at the end about saving people who live "Different" lives. I come from a devout Catholic family, and we were always taught to love and accept everyone, not to condemn them for what others see as "damnable" or try to "save" them. It's one thing if someone is leading a destructive life with drugs or the like, but if a loving person happens to love others of the same sex, then there is no reason to try to "save" them. They are not leading any more destructive lives than heterosexuals are.However, to quote "The Friends of Voltaire", I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.
wrote 244 days ago
Great content. Some non-Christians think being agnostic or atheist automatically infers upon them the status of 'intellectual', so it's trendy to belittle religion and accuse Christians of being stupid and/or intolerant. While there are stupid and intolerant Christians out there, lumping them all together as one, accusing them of condemning everyone else to hell, simply shows how prejudice and ignorant these accusers can be. They're doing exactly what they accuse Christians of doing, judging others harshly, but lack the capacity to notice. Your essay explains it all so well. These days, embracing traditional Christianity and rejecting the widespread new religion called Relativism, is actually quite unconventional. It takes guts, especially at your age, to proclaim yourself a Christian, knowing all the derision it will bring upon you. I'm more than happy to PICK this essay.
wrote 245 days ago
i like the idea that being a normal person can be something different and unique in a world of differences. of course, anyone can have their own definition of the word 'normal.' i like it how you capitalized the words 'Different' and "Normal Person' to give them more emphasis. i think you did a good job in explaining what you think and believe. :)(there are some punctuation mistakes and grammatical mistakes that should be easily fixable.)
this is very interesting. i was actually brought up the same way as this essay ^^ i am a christian, but i totally agree with what you're saying. one of my closest friends is athesist, and i don't shove religion down his throat, but i encourage it. we all may seem normal, but we're actually different. i often tell my friends when they tease me about being so weird, i tell them that to define weird, that they have to define normal. so what is normal? nothing! normalcy is nonexistent, and you make your point in this essay.however, i would try to avoid the repition of words. some repetition is ok, but not when every other sentence has it (i'm exaggerating). try using some synonomems fornormal and different. you'll still get your point across, but your word choice will be better ^^
I definitely do not agree with you one bit, but I think you've articulated yourself well and that's something most people can't do.
wrote 246 days ago
This is great. I'm a Christian and half of my friends are Buddhist and I think the same things I just never say it. Well done!
It's good c that ur standing up 4 something they beilive in. It makes since to me.
i respect what you have to say. and i respect that you are standing up for something you believe in. I also admire the fact that your not shoving your beliefs down people throats. doing that with any belief whether it be good or bad ... is deff wrong. and i am a christian as well... we're all sinners.. and we should all be given the chance to be saved.
This is very unique and powerful, it inspires me, keep up the good work and dont stop writing :)
Okay, so I really loved the message, I mean like REALLY loved the message. But it seems the message is almost buried by words. You repeated Normal and Different a lot of times and at places it served to get your point across well, but at other places it seemed that you were being a little redundant. Also, I like the way you're actually speaking to the audience. Your formatting is a little blocky though, I would divide this into different paragraphs as the way it is now it's sort of difficult to read. This is all my opinion though, so don't think to heavily on it. This is all just what I think. Other than that this has great potential. Great job
beautiful. just purely beautiful. The last sentence, just one sentence makes all the difference. It can destroy your piece or it can lift it up into the sun and it will make it beautiful. You have achieved a greatness most cannot master, you can write an ending sentence (with a brilliant last word, I must say, even if you didn't realize it). Bravo :)
so true. wow. its so......how'd you think of that? i mean.....this is great.very well written
I agree! I just can't stand it when people say Christianity should be more tolerant. I like the idea of hating the sin and loving the sinner, since we're all sinners. I struggle with classifying different levels of sin, but God repeatedly reminds me that it's all the same, and we shouldn't be doing it, period. Some people believe that gays and lesbians shouldn't be allowed in church, but that's just not right. I don't think that being gay is "okay", and I'm not condeming, I'm relating. After all, all sin is the same, isn't it?(Sorry if that was confusing.......Since I do believe I confused myself while writing that. O.O *walks away with dazed look*)
I love your work. :)I'm a Muslim myself so I can understand and relate to what you're trying to get across.I respect the way you're standing up for your beliefs/faith.Honesty is best, and I can see that from your writing. :)
This was goodVery relatable from both sides i have been raised as a buddhist so I know from a different level what you are talking about
Yes this is good work-but you must remember every one is not meant to be saved nor do they want to be saved. So you keep trying to save and help people but never force your self or get mad when they reject your help. I understand what you are talking about when you say "for there is a way that seems right to every man." What you are talking about is a probate mind. After you do your own thing or the wrong thing for so long God lets you have a probate mind, thus every thing you do you will be able to justify in your own mind. I enjoed your work, but just remeber if you see some one doing the wrong thing and then going to church-try and help them but dont condem them because 9 times out of 10 they are probably in bondage or in a deep struggle. So I appluad your efforts just make sure in trying to help you don't over step your boudaries and start to judge. Because the bible says he who judges will also be judged.
This is very amazing. It has lots of voice in it and you can tell your passionate about the topice. It'd be nice if you elaborated more and put a little more detail behind your ideas. I won't comment on actual content at the moment for my beliefs differ quite a lot from yours. But I believe if you keep at it and work on building your piece it could be fantastic.
Really like the whole idea of being 'diffrent' and how religion ties into it somehow. Love how its written :)
This is really amazing. if this is your true opinion then I couldnt disagree with what you think more. I have two gay best friends and alot of my friends are bisexual, but they are very nice and genuin people. What I like about this is the lesson we can all learn from what you've wrote. we live in a world where people are judgeing and sterotyping, I dont agree with this, everyone's made of basically the same things, we're not that different. Some people are affraid of change, or dont like people who are different from them (I'm not holding this against anyone), and they let their opinion be heard on the matters of people who are "different", The main reason for letting an opinion be heard is to change peoples minds or open their mind's to your way of thinking. WHat you've said can work two ways... Your opinion is that it is wrong so your trying to change people's mind's. but alot of people are going to disagree with you, and try to change your mind. its just one big circle. and I think in the end we should all learn from this, and accept that there is always going to be differences in our society and we're not all going to agree and think the same. this is a gift (not thinking the same) it makes us indervidual and different, different can be a good thing. and I think thats what we should all learn and accept. Very good writing. I think this is going to make alot of people think about how they judge and stereotype (I hope).Keep it up =)
i'm sorry,but this is disgusting. You should accept people for who they are. You gives a shit if they are gay or goths or transgenders?? People are who they are because thats who they are, you shouldn't try to make people change because you don't agree with it, any "God" who thinks they need changing is about as holy as the Devil. Doesn't christianity preach acceptance? Love? Humanity? Doesn't it say God has his ways??You believe what you want to believe what you want to believe, But i don't think you could be more wrong.
I think that what you wrote is amazing. It definitely touched my heart. I am one of the few Christians in a School for Arts. And in this school for Arts, everyone is encouraged to "be who they are and not care what people say". In this statement, I do agree, for no one should be condemned for being who God made them to be. But these people, they take it in a completely different direction, meaning that they think it's okay to be Homosexual, or Trans-gender. And it breaks my heart. Because I'm called "weird" and "discriminatory" for telling my male friend who is homosexual that I believe in God and I am a Christian, so therefore I believe that men and women were made for each other, and to be in the holy bonds of marriage with each other, and that the sanctity of a romantic relationship should be between a man and a woman.....So, I definitely, wholeheartedly agree with what you wrote. I only wish I could write something that powerful. Thank you, for writing this for the world to see. Faith.
This is really good! I agree with Kristeffer Kross, however.I'm agnostic - but my family is Jewish. They were always God-fearing people. I decided to be different and not believe in anything, even though I went to a Jewish school for 6 years. I don't believe in Hell or Heaven or anything like that so, transgendered, homosexuals and other people are going to go wherever everyone goes after we die, no matter the religion.Good job.
I agree with you....good job!
Ohhh lovelyyy!!!!!I have a lousy situation when it comes to religion.But I love this.You speak it better than a paster would.
This is good. I liked it. I'm a Christian, too, so I know what you mean. :) It's awesome to stand up for what you believe like that. Good job.
You really stand up for your beliefs and I commend you for that. It's a very good essay and I understand why you want people to see it your way. I myself have grown up with many people who believe this way.
I love how you stand up for your beliefs..i wish more people could be like you and stand up for what they believe is right. I love the way you wrote out all of your thoughts and the point of the essay came out perfectly....keep it up.
I agree with your piece minus the 'normal' part. Christianity is far from the 'norm' in today's society. The 'norm' seems to revolve around the lack of religion or the lack of a practicing relgion; ie: claiming to be Christian but not striving to be more 'Christ-like'. Stand strong, sister. There are far and few of us left out there.
although i don't entirely agree with it, this piece is thoughtful and the extended metaphor is a nice touch for adding interest to your ideas. perhaps you could extend it to add more clarity and power, but as it is now is certainly enough to get your basic point across, and that makes it all that is needed. for someone just starting to write, you are choosing bold topics to cover, and that is admirable. keep it up. no one is on here to bash anyone's beliefs, or so i hope.
This is wonderful. I'm a Christian too, and I can definitely relate.
I think this was a great piece. But if you were to embellish on this piece, make sure to put more of your own bias in it. Not a lot but some.
I thought you did a pretty good job writing this story. I felt that you did show us what you think and how you feel about this subject. I felt that you expressed your thoughts and feelings clearly. I thought that you were descriptive and did a great job voicing your opinions. keep up the good work.
wrote 247 days ago
I really admire you for stating what you believe in, but I can't connect with this piece much; my beliefs are completely different. I wont bash you, because I'm way above that, but I'll just say that I wish you luck in life; you'll need it for the future arguments you're going to have.
Well written! Have u honestly just started writing?! Anyways, thank u for posting, I myself(as many who have commented already) am a Christian. And just today I realized that the stories I have posted here are all religious, and I was worried that some might give me rude comments. I decided to trust in God(What else can u do?) and in the end I haven't had a rude comment yet! Thank u so much for the post it really is inspirational. I would be thrilled if u checked out some of my stories! I'll definitely will keep an eye out 4 more of yours!
Wow. I like this. I can tell it was from the heart and I agree about the Christain religion. I'm Christian too, but I have a problem with how the church has been doing things for the past millenium. In the Ten Commandments it says "Thou Shall Not Kill". I thought that was a solid rule, that for no matter what reason you shouldn't kill, but from the looks of things the churches think killing in the name of god i right. Though I don't believe God would have wanted the Christian church to go on the Crusades and kill many people just for land. If you see what I'm saying. Wow sorry for rambling. But long comment short. I AGREE WITH YOU.
amen. this took courage. but i agree with everything you said. you weren't offensive or pushy, but you stated what you believe without apologizing.
I really admire you for stating what you believe!! I am a Christian myself and couldn;t have said this better!!! God Bless you girl!!!
You used the wrong there. It should be "Their car" But WOW this was sooo sooo well written. I loved it and it's so true. I could agree with nearly everything you said. And I loved the last line. It was so awesome! I will def add this to my picks and I really hope this gets published. You are an amazing writer and how the world is today, I feel we need more writers like you to praise and glorify God.
I love what you are trying to do here and I wish that I could be more like you! I totally agree. As a Christian I often feel that my opinion is disregarded as babbling religious nonsense but I am as you said trying to stop my friend from climbing into the fated car. Excellent work!God bless,...,
I think it's great that you have such faith in your religion that you're writing an essay about it. The title is a nice touch, especially how you incorporate it into the paragraph "if being a normal person means being abnormal". I think it needs a bit of editing, like making sure all the words you use in parallel structure share the same grammatical form. For example, you begin with "Gothic's. Homosexuals. Transgenders." For it to be parallel, they have to all be nouns so "Goths. Homosexuals. Transgenders." Gothic is an adjective. The same applies to "No, I'm am not gothic, a lesbian." => "No, I'm not a goth, a lesbian, not do I want to be a man" While, I do believe there should be some edits to make it stronger, I think it's a good way to show your opinion in this paragraph.
Hah! I love what you're saying. And the title is clever for this work. After reading this, I hadthe feeling of just wanting everyone to love and cast aside differences. It's good to stick up for what your believe. :) ~Morgan
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