It was a small step from lying to defend one's beliefs to killing to defend them.
He never hesitated to defend his beliefs, which were primarily about securing better political policies for the family - with particular emphasis on child benefit.
But followers of other faiths, including Christians, are also showing fresh readiness to defend their beliefs and practices.
I'm not attempting to defend Romney's religious beliefs - or anyone else's.
They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.
All: Lord, help us to defend our beliefs.
You won't think it's so funny when I have you down here defending your beliefs.
He wanted to hear how the Gator shaman would defend his beliefs.
How many sportsmen would dare to take on the whole world just to defend their beliefs?
True believers will kill and destroy to defend their inaccurate beliefs.