hey whats the difference between Christian scientists being illogical and Christians.
there's this sudden panicked response of NOT ALL CHRISTIANS ARE LIKE THIS but really, historically speaking they are (by which I mean RESPONSIBLE FOR DEATH Children's Crusade etc), and honestly, if anything else, doesn't a Christian Scientist have more faith in God than a normal Christian? Christ also told those who followed him that HE was first, not their families. if anything, Christian Scientists are following this principle to the letter!
-this post dedicated to Moriason.
Hmm... Considering the Crusades and such. I am sorry. I really, really am. I am sorry for all of the crap that Christians have done over the years, all of the wars we have started, all of the people who have died because of us. Unfortunately, all Christians are human, and we are in no way perfect. We are selfish, and give in to our own desires. But that is not Christ, that is us. I am sorry...
Like NinjaPirate said, it is not a contest, It is simply about loving Jesus. But God tells us to have faith in Him, but He wants us to ACT in faith, not WAIT in faith (unless it is a situation where waiting is the only option... not like this one).
As for the family one, yes God is first. Even over family. But that in no way says abandon your family, hate them, or let them die.