| Do you think that some people turn others away from a religion more so...
...than the religions beliefs at times? I know it isn't really fair to base an opinion of a religion or group based on the actions of a few, but am I wrong in my assessment that the actions of a few *can* speak louder than the belief structure?
If you read some snarky answer, and learn of the person's denomination, then see over and over the same person and/or his/her pals making the same remarks, doesn't that taint your perception of the religion as a whole?
I realize it may not be completely "fair" of me, but I started off thinking very favorably of a religion (which shall remain nameless because this isn't posed toward any group -- just individuals giving different groups a bad impression) until I read some of the snarky comments of members -- then I started re-evaluating my perception, to the point where I have even called off meeting with someone from the religion who was going to help me address some of my religious confusion.
I guess I am just curious as to whether I am the only one to have this experience.
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