Bible Study

[phimuandfries]

Originally posted by SmartBlondeGPhB
Yes, as a matter of fact I would be offended by anyone asking me to attend. By asking me to attend a bible study (or any other religious thing) the other person is automatically assuming that either a) I don't already attend or b) I'm in need of it. And that assumption is incredibly offensive.

I don't understand how those are the automatic assumptions. I have asked people because of many different reasons, and neither of those apply. I have asked people I assumed would be interested. Are you offended when guys ask you out? According to you that would mean they assumed a) you aren't dating someone or b) no one else wants you.
I am not trying to be rude, but you make it sound like people who want to include you in their religous beliefs are looking down on you, which is rarely the case. People have all sorts of beliefs, and these beliefs get them through hard times and give them hope. They just want to share that with you with an invitation to learn about what makes them so happy. If you know already that whatever they are teaching isn't going to work for you, then fine, politely decline, but please don't be offended when someone just wants to share with you what makes them happy. Be glad that they thought of you!