Evangelical Christian Motto: “Check Your Brain at the Door” Makes Perfect Sense Now as an Atheist!

[@BenjaminWaggoner12]

This is my new Sunday service ❤

[@timmygibsonkc]

That’s awesome to hear! Thank you for watching!

[@69camaro19]

Was thinking the same.. :)

[@guymerritt4860]

I asked the pastor's wife at this evangelical church (where my wife was dragging me), "What happens to people, like natives in the Amazon, who have never even heard of Jesus"? She got all flummoxed and said, "Oh guy....you ask too many questions!! You need to ask Pastor Larry". The message, pretty clearly, was, "Don't bother me this demonic 'logic stuff'. It was one more hint that I was getting my intellectual pocket picked.

[@timmygibsonkc]

Crazy huh?!

[@Dystopikachu]

Reminds me of the young man who went on a boat a few years ago, Bible in hand, to North Sentinel Island in the Bay of Bengal with the bright idea that he would be the first missionary to spread the gospel to the island tribe who have been isolated from the rest of the world for tens of thousands of years. They have no common language with any of the nearby islanders, and are extremely suspicious and usually hostile to outsiders. Suffice it to say, all he got for his efforts was an early death by arrow to the chest. If he had only read the history books and found out that missionary work has to be done by colonialism and repression, and that his god won't magically transmit the gospel directly into the brain of nativesIf only Yahweh hadn't gotten so jealous and butthurt when the Tower of Babel was built

[@arnelnaca702]

they will be judge according to their works. that is why faith alone cannot save people.here read this, Romans 2:14 For when the Gentiles, who do not have the law, by nature do what the law requires, they are a law to themselves, even though they do not have the law. Romans 2:15 They show that the work of they law is written on their hearts,while their conscience also bear witness, and their conflicting thoughts accuse or even excuse them

[@Dystopikachu]

@@arnelnaca702 What 'law' is referred to in these passages of Romans, the Mosaic laws?

[@barbarasmith2693]

@@arnelnaca702 What exactly do YOU believe that word salad means?

[@justinpresser1776]

I once went with my girlfriend at the time to hear her Baptist grandpa preach a sermon. At one point he said, “this is not a smart man’s religion”, railing against education. I almost laughed out loud.

[@grepora]

You must be talking about Southern Baptists. American Baptists are completely different.

[@justinpresser1776]

@@grepora yes, southern baptist. That’s what I was steeped in as a youngster.

[@daniellepyle5844]

“Ignorance is bliss “ ruled religion for centuries. The church wanted people illiterate and dependent upon them. That still goes on. Many world religions and cults want their followers to just accept their views as the truth. Teaching people to read is the most important gift one can give.

[@timmygibsonkc]

So true!

[@christophergibson7155]

The Lord Jesus Christ is not "religion" though. It is a relationship with the Savior. I agree that religion is manipulative and controlling; rules & regulations and dogma. Jesus came to break the sinner's enslavement to their sinful ways, and give them an abundant life of love, joy, peace, and hope.

[@aaronparker1221]

Jesus didn't work for me, Christopher. I never "conquered my sins" and lived in victory. All that's different now is that I don't have guilt weighing me down for being the way I am. Jesus didn't do anything for me. Your anecdotes are as good as mine.

[@christophergibson7155]

@@aaronparker1221That is a sad story. Perhaps you loved your sinful ways more than your love for Jesus.

[@feathermerchant]

@@christophergibson7155 Why make that particular assumption?

[@tomesplin4130]

As one who also held fundamentalist beliefs, I am amazed at my own cognitive dissonance (30+ years). It was like a badge of honor to believe despite the facts. Doubt was the enemy of faith so you dared not entertain questions.

[@timmygibsonkc]

@@tomesplin4130 So true!

[@christophergibson7155]

"Doubt" is the beginning of the downward spiral of the deconverted. Just as Eve listened to the lies of the serpent (Satan); so many now have done the same. After "doubt enters then disbelief, next disobedience, and finally deception. I hope you have not arrived there yet.

[@tomesplin4130]

@@christophergibson7155 I remain a Christian having deconstructed over 10 years. I don’t accept the Bible as inerrant, infallible. I regard the scriptures as human journeys in discovery of God. The God of Jesus, at least portrayed in the NT (apart from Revelation) is the God I choose to believe in. I accept evolution as the means that God used to create living creatures. Science and my faith are 100% compatible.

[@christophergibson7155]

@@tomesplin4130 So, that really is "Christian" in name only. I mean if the Holy Bible is not inerrant or infallible then where does your foundation of faith start or end? And how could evolution possibly be found in the pages of that Book? It goes against everything that God has stated about His creation including mankind. And as the Word of God states..."The words of the LORD are pure words, Like silver tried in a furnace of earth, Purified seven times. You shall keep them, O LORD, You shall preserve them from this generation forever." (Psalm 12:6-7) And again, "For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart." (Hebrews 4:12)

[@tomesplin4130]

@ Dogmatism contrary to facts is a very poor basis for belief. You can take the Bible literally if you like and denigrate those who don’t as ‘lesser’ Christians than yourself. The Hebrew scriptures are not historical or scientific and paint a horrific picture of God condoning violence, rape, genocide and slavery. Jesus set the record straight and showed us what God actually is like. I choose to follow Jesus, his teaching and example. I really don’t care what others think - I no longer ‘leave my brain at the door’ and am true to both my intellect and my heart.

[@betterlifeexe4378]

13:05 coming from a mormon background, i will just say, mormons are all about soft power. they wheel and deal in smiles, guilt, expectations, and favors. their kindness and social ambition should be a red flag for us, but you need to spend time with them, especially watching them interact with people they consider to be a lower social status within the church to pick up on it. it is most obvious when observing how men and woman are treated differently, especially if you are not used to that way of thinking.

[@TJ000]

I still find it amazing that at one time, you were part of an organization that placed a premium on the servility of its members, and regarded blind obedience to temporal authority as the expression of the highest virtue. Good for you. 😊

[@yaboicoach]

I like that you still have a level of respect for the other side.. just because we disagree about God doesn't mean we cant be friendly ✌️

[@sarahb2618]

Happy Sunday y'all!

[@timmygibsonkc]

Same to you!

[@MrHombrelobo]

And now your jooish.

[@Goneforgoodflsh]

You too Sarah!

[@Darrin-z1r]

Miracle of 69- knowledge is power. That’s why I became an agnostic/atheist by trying to defend my former faith. I read three of Bart D. Ehrman books, and realized the Bible was written by men.

[@timmygibsonkc]

Love Bart Erhman’s work!

[@markbradford4814]

Looks like you are truly enjoying doing what you do here. Good to see!

[@timmygibsonkc]

Thank you Mark! I really do.

[@PeggyPiggott-ie1zm]

The more controlling the religion, the more uniform the behavior of it's congregation. When you think that you'll lose your family and your community if you drink coffee or visit another church, then you will do whatever your leaders tell you to do. My next question is: how do we encourage empathy and kindness without a carrot or a big stick?

[@mattd.4133]

I think i came to the age of reasoning at around 12 or 13. Ibwas questioning everything and my whole family hated it. To this day im dommed acording to them. Ive got an entire story but ill keep it short. We love a good life mow!

[@Goneforgoodflsh]

Same with me! For me it happened around 14 but I told my parents at 17 and they were appalled

[@timmygibsonkc]

Totally understand!

[@marym9245]

Yep, you got right to the heart of it. Nicely done.

[@Mim39034]

Hi Timmy, always look forward to a new video from you. I have a real problem with Evangelical Christians now, and other Bible thumpers. It's the way they try to force their (nonsensical) beliefs down other people's throats, the way they view and treat others like objects with no feelings, and of course the way they view themselves, born bad! I was so confused and conflicted as a Christian and now I've stepped away from fellowship with these people and the church, I see it for what it truly is. I finally have clarity of mind again. Keep up the good work! 👍❤️

[@sarahb2618]

@@Mim39034 This! Well said, well put!

[@Mim39034]

@sarahb2618 Thank you ❤️

[@alohaohana901]

How very true.

[@StrongAtheist68]

I am so happy for you that you get to be in Florida! I hope that you have a good time.

[@Darrin-z1r]

I used to try and witness to Mormons. I read books written by Christian authors to counter their beliefs. The Mormons said they can’t read those books. Instructions from the Elders in the church.

[@Tom-fo5ce]

So you were going to convince them that the Batman you follow is true while the Spiderman they follow is false?

[@Darrin-z1r]

@ Out of all this I eventually became a non-believer.

[@ginagamba]

Thanks for another funny and thought provoking video, Timmy! I often wondered wny god gave us a brain capable of reason if we weren't supposed to use it. I obviously can't know someone else's mnid unless they tell me, but I suspect people push that idea of "leave your brain at the door," because they know that if you look too closely or examine what they are saying, then it doesn't make sense and falls apart. I appreciate ya!

[@brooklynloutheskeptic]

Keep em coming Timmy

[@CinnamuerteNunya]

Happy Sunday Timmy! Your wife sure is a lucky one. Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm and smile with others😁

[@NightsideOfParadise]

The thumbnail gives me "drunk angel gone rogue" vibes.😂

[@kcism3239]

In the process of deconstructing I first had to do away w the Trinity then the immaculate conception. This is gonna take years lol

[@Stretching1215]

Telling someone who believes their brain is a “gift of god” that they shouldn’t use their brain sounds a lot like telling your child that they can’t ever open or use their new new laptop ever for the rest of their life after you gifted it to them for Christmas.

[@CinnamuerteNunya]

Scholasticism was an early development in the church. Then suddenly it was decided not to be a good idea and then seriously frowned upon. You gotta wonder what type of church or gov't wants you to know LESS? That can't be good!

[@carolyngartner6865]

I moved from Christianity to Buddhism because it does not insult my intelligence.

[@christophergibson7155]

No rather Buddhism will not hold you morally accountable to a Holy, Righteous, and Just God for your sins and crimes against Him. Where there is self righteousness and pride, the cross of Jesus Christ is an offense. Where there is humility, brokeness, and a contrite heart the cross is the salvation for the soul.

[@BenSolomonIM]

@@christophergibson7155 , who or what is this 'holy, righteous and just god' that you talk about?

[@christophergibson7155]

@@BenSolomonIM The God of The Holy Bible.

[@barbarasmith2693]

@@christophergibson7155 You mean the genocidal maniac that condoned slavery (Old Testament) or the charismatic dude who had that really rough weekend (New Testament) so we could all be 'cured' of a disease (sin) that we never had in the first place?

[@pierrelabounty9917]

I studied all that and far more, and Christian intelligence and wisdom is not beneath the soulless Buddhism. Buddha himself was looking for the coming of a greater one. There were and maybe still Is sects who combine with the teachings of Christ. In occultic ways.

[@rolandwatts3218]

At my age, I forgot where I left my brain last time. 😅

[@sos1691]

Hilarious but commonsense and comforting. Good to be free and have your mind back.

[@Goneforgoodflsh]

Btw Tim the continuation of that nail joke was someone commented under the post, "i heard jesus had his nails done by some romans, might wanna check that out" 😂

[@timmygibsonkc]

😂

[@shelzp7272]

As a non-believing mom, I warned my sons to stay away from religious folks when they went off to college. 🤭

[@johnmonk3381]

Ok. So is it working?

[@lunarminx]

Religion is good if that person needs a bit of help to get through hell on earth. But if you need the threat of a hell to be good, you're so very far from good.

[@dianeallen67]

First semester, freshman year at university, I took what I thought would be a class continuation of my southern baptist Sunday school back home… yada yada yada, my “faith” was challenged and I could not defend it. In the 50+ years since, I had counted on my baptism at age 14 to carry me through the pearly gates. Now, I see that we all go to wherever even the most pious and evangelical of us go. I get irritated if people talk “salvation” around me.

[@christophergibson7155]

"I get irritated if people talk “salvation” around me." Hmm...Sound like the conviction of the Holy Spirit is still at work in your life. What happened to your love for Jesus?

[@dianeallen67]

I’m with Timmy… I don’t think I believe in the Bible’s God or Jesus now.

[@amberinthemist7912]

I was told as a girl that my desire for education and career were "jezzabel spirit." I used to cry amd ask why god would make me with this brain if he didn't want me to use it. How much knowledge and advancement has religion repressed like this?

[@grepora]

That is what happens when people "may be ever seeing but never perceiving, and ever hearing but never understanding."

[@conniesaunders17]

I remember fully understanding the concept of “ignorance is bliss” when car started having check engine lights. Not knowing my car had something wrong felt so much better than knowing something was wrong, that is, until it finally left one stranded.

[@miamichaels5999]

The "imaginary friend" is there by the power of suggestion.

[@1NK-T3A]

You look like a khajiit (specifically ri'saad) I mean this in like the most positive way imaginable

[@lh1673]

I was in a Christian org that told us not to go for higher education😅

[@BenSolomonIM]

Well, now that I look at it, this 'god' of the bible is afraid of his creation gaining 'knowledge' from the very beginning - I wonder why...

[@gerardorcastellanos950]

Timmy, how long do you think Christian Nationalism will last? And,how do we protest against it?

[@timmygibsonkc]

I hope it doesn’t last or become anything! It’s nuts!

[@grepora]

@@timmygibsonkc Christian Nationalism isn't nuts. The people who believe in it are.

[@peertopeertherapy3720]

Hello Timmy, I was just curious about the fish leaning against that pine tree behind you. Is that a artifact from your Christian past?

[@timmygibsonkc]

@@peertopeertherapy3720 Not my house! That was an Airbnb in Florida we stayed in for our vacation! Ha ha

[@peertopeertherapy3720]

@@timmygibsonkc ah very cool, I remember seeing those Christian fish bumper stickers everywhere years ago.

[@totonow6955]

Have heard from the ex mos ( ex Mormon) a lot. They helpedcme so much in my own deconstruction, deconversion. Pretty sure if you learn more about Mormonism, you'll find there are no better "nice numbers" in their camp either.

[@DarqueSyde66]

Excellent video.

[@earFront]

I think therefore I can't believe your fabrications of God.

[@timmygibsonkc]

Exactly

[@vickistretch7271]

Enjoy your holiday.

[@hermanessences]

Actually, Jordan Peterson said that he's leaning towards the resurrection being a real event. Alex O'Connor had to really push him to get a straight answer on that though. Also, Christianity doesn't have to be based on blind belief. Historically, it's hard to find an alternative likely explanation of what happened when the religion started. And you've got some allegedly miraculous cases throughout history which are interesting. Barbara Cummiskey as one example. The Shroud of Turin is also an interesting piece of evidence.

[@Goneforgoodflsh]

The shroud of Turin has been consistently carbon dated to the 13th century, and only ever appears around that time. Not to mention the weave that the cloth is made up of didn't even exist at the time of Jesus.

[@markbradford4814]

Shroud thing was debunked long ago.

[@timmygibsonkc]

I’ve recently hear the Shroud of Turin has been proven to be a fake. ? Dated to around 1500 AD…? I need to research more apparently.

[@hermanessences]

@@timmygibsonkc I highly recommend looking more into it, super fascinating stuff. The carbon dating thing dating to around 1500 AD had several flaws I believe. The channel "Pints With Aquinas" had a looong video about the topic, with an expert, which I recommend listening to

[@noracola5285]

JP is a buffoon. No one to be taken seriously gives a flip what he thinks about anything.

[@edwardvan5808]

We are commanded in the Bible to l"ove our Lord with all of our heart, soul, strength and MIND". Our intellect. Understanding God's character and the Bible works our intellect, hard.

[@noracola5285]

Understanding God's character is hard in the same way that becoming an air guitar virtuoso is hard.

[@edwardvan5808]

@@noracola5285 You don't care so you don't want know.

[@jbutero1]

My motto is "I'm no kin to the monkey." 😅

[@noracola5285]

Thanks for letting people know up front, in the most efficient way possible, that there's no use wasting an attempt at anything resembling an intelligent conversation with you. Such a time saver!

[@jbutero1]

@noracola5285 I appreciate you letting us know you are a fool, 😄

[@ingenuity296]

😂😂😂

[@d.c.603]

Just an observation while listening to understand how you left the church-hearing you say you made fun of other religions struck me in a wrong way. Mocking the so-called lost or misguided doesn’t seem loving for a Pastor (representative of Gods love). We each have our stories-more will not be on center stage so an accurate assessment of what a difference has-has not been made by faith in Jesus-God will not be known by everyone. We’ll be living through the AI revolution which will be incredible-lead to the “unless the Lord shortens the days-even the very elect will be deceived. Nothing is lost in Gods economy-we learn through each other….nothing goes to waste, not even the taste, nor things said in haste.

[@emiajenots155]

How does it take people like you this long to figure out? I figured out the nonsense immediately. Nonsense: literal “NON SENSE” is how the bible could be summed up. Thats why ir has to be crafted perfectly for people at least once a week.

[@timmygibsonkc]

I suppose being raised in a Christian family in the Midwest where most everyone shared the same beliefs. 😂

[@Tom-fo5ce]

What a dumb question. How many examples do you need of highly intellingent humans falling for brainwashing just based on the time and place? Were all the nazi scientists who believed in Hitler stupid?

[@supersawyer358]

I'm in the charismatic church and I think that's an absolutely idiotic thing to say. Goes against everything in the Bible. The bereans were of noble character and poured over the scriptures to see if what Paul was telling them was true. Walking away from God because of bad theology is terrible. I left churches because of such stupidity.

[@joycesky5041]

There's no truth to the Bible so your comment is null and void. Christianity is nothing more than a psychological figment of the imagination.

[@timmygibsonkc]

The Bible is fiction! Made up BS! It’s not real.

[@supersawyer358]

@timmygibsonkc look bud, I don't blame you for how you feel. I'm sorry you were hurt by hypocrisy. I worked behind the scenes as a safety team coordinator in a couple churches. I've seen the double life. I'm only here to see what the other side is saying and it's a wake up call. The church is clearly failing people.

[@OregonWildmanAKAsasquatch]

Rabbi Tovia Singer channel Shalom BaRuch HaShem 🙏❤​@@supersawyer358

[@tomesplin4130]

Great to hear. I’m in a charismatic church on the board. A fabulous church (around 250 strong) which embraces and cares for people. I’m completely open with the pastor (now a good friend) and fellow board members about my views on the Bible ie not historical or inerrant. I’m accepted and respected despite my views running against ‘doctrinal norms’. I’m true to myself and love my church experience.

[@pierrelabounty9917]

Faith is in the person of Christ, not some pretense or form of Christianitianism. He is.still a man of belief, only in his solitary way.

[@garyhershkowitz3435]

You are hilarious 😂. Come to Montana on your next vacation and I will prove your life is random statement wrong 😮

[@kevinerose]

Sounds like you pastored your way out of the faith.

[@sbaker8971]

Do you have any original opinions, because these have all been said and answered for over 2000 years. You not accepting the answers has nothing to do with it.

[@OregonWildmanAKAsasquatch]

Rabbi Tovia Singer channel Shalom BaRuch HaShem 🙏 ❤

[@HS-tm4xe]

Ah, the more I learn about the intricacies of science, mathematics, the more I believe in God/Jesus. The complexities of salvation through Jesus are astounding. Church may hinder, but don't let it.

[@voidagent]

When this movie came out, it was so out there that it was laughed at. Almost 50 orbits of this planet around the local star later, what do you know? More movie prescience. "God Told Me To" kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6HEkoymrruCmNk