Hi,
I am pretty offended that you think America has Divine Providence, thats really egocentric to think that one country has divine right to do whatever it wants. I think your ignorant of Islam and are thinking that Radical Islam is popular over in the Middle East, its not. Neither is it popular what Americans are doing over there in that region of the world. A decade after the U.S.-led invasion, Afghanistan has the highest infant mortality rate in the world -- 257 deaths per 1,000 live births -- while 70 percent of the population lacks access to clean water. Meanwhile, in Pakistan, it's been found that one in seven U.S. drone strikes result in a child fatality. We create the Radical Islamists by bombing them and killing families and children. Maybe we should stop thinking we are holier then thou and stop messing with them. We have been instigating hate for over 30 years by feeding Isreal money and guns while they destroy and take over Palestine killing thousands. Also we prop up theocracies in Saudi Arabia (Oh by the way, We give them money and they think they are a Divine Providence state as well). Perhaps we as Americans should take responsibility for what the hell we are doing to other people and stop thinking we are Divine. We aren't. We are all 99% of the same genetic material to these people who we see as so different then us. Grow up and stop being so low informed please.

American Taxpayers give well over $5 billion in multiple ways towards Israel. http://ifamericansknew.org/stats/cost_of_israel.html The Islamic people see this as supporting the Palestinian Genocide that is occurring. http://www.baltimorechronicle.com/2008/112608Lendman.shtml

Thank you Eric! It's so refreshing to see a post from someone so well informed.

Firstly, let us look at a portion of information on the term "Infidel"...it's rather interesting to say the least... Christians have historically referred to people outside their religious group as infidels,[9] signifying a distinction between somebody who for whatever reason is ignorant of the Christian message and somebody who has actively rejected the Christian religion. It only became a well established notion in English sometime in the early sixteenth century, when Jews or "Mohammedans", were described as active opponents to Christianity, and as such infidel was seen as term of contempt. In Catholic doctrine, an infidel is one who does not believe in the doctrine at all and is thus distinct from a heretic, who is one seen as having fallen astray from true doctrine, i.e. by denying the divinity of Jesus. Similarly, the ecclesiastical term was also used by the Methodist Church,[10][11] in reference to those "without faith".[12] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infidel

I personally as a follower of God, but of the religion Islam find it very offensive that you call yourself one of the 53% and insult those that our beloved and holy Prophet (of whom you consider to be God the son) Jesus taught to help. The 47% are important. How dare you act holier then thou? Proverbs 14:21
He who despises his neighbor sins,but blessed is he who is kind to the needy.

Luke 6:20-21 Then he looked up at his disciples and said: 'Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/07/15/jesus-quotes_n_898695.html#s308912&title=Matthew_253436

Proverbs 14:31
He who oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.

I could go on and on and on but haven't you read this???

You are offended by Middle Eastern Sisters who are not able to vote, drive and are treated like Chattel? Have you met any Middle Eastern Sisters? I don't agree with Women in Saudi Arabia not being able to vote and drive but have you met any of these women? I have met several including a cousin, she is very happy in Saudi and chooses not to drive when she travels as she is often on vacation in other countries. But are you really going to judge the entire middle east on one country??? I've been to Jordan three times and women there are highly educated, hold major posts in the govt., drive as they please, and have been voting since 1974. Have we elected a woman president yet? Oh, no, we haven't...guess who has. The five Muslim majority countries that had female presidents are:

Indonesia, the most populous Muslim-majority country, elected Megawati Sukarnoputri as president.

Pakistan, the second most populous Muslim-majority country, twice (non-consecutively) elected Benazir Bhutto as prime minister.

Bangladesh, the third most populous Muslim-majority country, elected Khaleda Zia and Sheikh Hasina as prime ministers.

Turkey, the fifth most populous Muslim-majority country, elected Tansu Çiller as prime minister.

How about we go even farther back for women in prominent positions in Muslim countries.. http://www.guide2womenleaders.com/Muslim_Leaders.htm

I'm offended that radicals have killed our people and that they have burned our flag. Did you know that in the middle east there are actually protesters protesting those murders? Did you know they have been holding signs apologizing for the actions of those fools? I bet you didn't take the time to find out anything more then your precious faux news told you.
Have you taken anytime to learn about Islam and what it teaches? Or do you just believe what you were told? I remember somethings I was taught in Church when I was young and then I remember President G.W. Bush telling us that Islam was a religion of peace. I remember thinking that something didn't add up to what I had been taught before, not just in church but on the news and in the media over the years. So, I did something unthinkable for a Christian. I started learning from the source, from Muslims. I met Muslims, I read books from Muslims. I researched and learned for 9 months. I'm Muslim now, I'm an Infidel according to Christians. Does it sound offensive, yes, but is it the truth. According to the meaning yes. So am I offended, no. Get over it. The word you were actually looking for was Kaffir or Kuffir. It means non-believer of Islam to be blunt. Does it sound offensive, sure, that's why I don't use it often but is it the truth, yes, it is. Should you be offended. No, why. It means what it means. Get over it. Love your neighbor, condemn what is wrong, do what is good & right , learn, don't assume.

One more thing until you reply (if you do)... do you think Jesus would approve of burning those effigies? My goodness. Do you not claim to have the spirit of God inside you? God help us all. I'm sick of Christians acting like they wrote the book when they conveniently forget what is in it when it's convenient for them to mud-sling.

Even if we were to leave God (or any other deity of your choosing) out of the equation, isn't it time that we all have our freedoms restored? I agree with most of what the original poster has shared and with very little of the rhetoric being spouted by Caressa & Eric. I am sad (not just offended) that almost every time a Christian posts in a public forum, there are so many venomous responses. Never forget: this nation was founded based on Christian Judeo principles.

Rhetoric? I speak what I live and know. The nation was based on Christian principles. Not Judeo-Christian as many suggest and Christian principles, many of them fit well with Islam. Really, I don't see your point in your posting at all except to say I disagree with Eric and myself.

Well excuse me Caressa. I forgot my pless. Only the radical left may express their opinions here I guess. What is you point in posting other than to spout liberal socialist propaganda. This is my opinion; I choose to share it because, at least for the time being, I am still guaranteed the right to freedom of speech.

*I forgot my place* --- sorry for the typo - I have a neurological disorder and thought it best to make the correction before you went off the rails about that.

To Caressa: This is the first opportunity I've had to get back to your multiple rants on my post, I've got other things to do than just blog. It would be conducive, if you would expend some the energy and vehemence you directed at my post to rally conservative Muslims to be more vociferous in their denial of the Radical extremists of your professed faith. But through my reading and research, the moderates and peace seeking members of your faith are just as afraid of the RADICAL ISLAMISTS as are everyone else! I purposely used the term RADICAL ISLAMISTS to set them apart from the peaceful and kind Muslims that I know and see often. Yes, I have Muslim friends, so I am not an isolated and as uneducated on Islam, as you perceive me to be.

Eric and Caressa, two useful idiots.

Ah, Caressa, I love how you can speak for my acquaintances and friends since you think you know me so well,bless your heart ! And yes, manners are very important from the part of the country I come from. But my friends and I have discussions about the issue of Radical Islam as adultsand we discuss these issues with thoughtfulness and kindness toward each other. I agree that my friends do denounce the radical elements of their faith but with their Christian friends and like minded Muslims. However, the point that I keep making that you just seem not to accept or understand if the non-Radicalized Muslims were to unite as one voice and speak out as a whole community then maybe these radical elements would then be marginalized. But from what I see, the Radical Islamists are zealots and therefore nothing with stop then from their agenda, the return of the Mahdi,a caliphate and for all peoples to be under their rule and their form of Sharia law. Even in our Old Testament there is a passage that all who work on the Sabbath should be put to death. How many Christians do you see going into Walmart on Sundays and killing the clerks who are only trying to make a living? Any religion can be usurped by radicalized elements.