Do I really what to be a Christian I am so tired of well intentioned groups who use the word Christian and give the rest of us a bad name. From anti gay to carrying guns to church these folks use the title "Christian "and make it synonym for hate and prejudice. No wonder lots of young people who were raised in the church have decided not to be part of these "anti" groups. Meanwhile we "the silent majority" live out the values of compassion and diversity lived by the Prince of Peace. I am proud that through Lutheran World Relief and Lutheran Social Services stand with the "lost, least and lonely." The problem is that folks like to me need to stand up and say to these supposed spokemen for Christ..."I do not agree there is another interpetation." As a Christ follower I need to understand that when I say "i love Jesus" I must also accept all of his friends.