than it is for you to study science and learn the truth?
No bible quotes, please, they take up space and prove nothing.
Nor does saying `you cannot SEE the air but it`s there and that proves there is a god even tho` you cannot see it/her/him.`
(They forget about the wind which causes you to feel air)
Atheist `bashing` not approved!
2007-09-22 21:46:45 · 16 answers · asked by Montgomery B 4 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Had to laugh at the AIR comment, I've heard that one before too. Like you say, God is very convenient. Now we don't have to worry about dying, past, present and future. Perfect!
2007-09-22 21:51:47 · answer #1 · answered by bruvvamoff 5 · 7⤊ 1⤋
For me, it's easier, yes. And, I completely respect everyone's opinions and views on religion and other faiths, but I have seen too many miracles and witnessed so many unexplainable events that could not have just happened by "coincidence" or "fate." They are the type of miracles that I believe could only come from God. For one, my grandpa was given 3 months to live because he was diagnosed with cancer. He did not go through any chemotherapy, but instead his faith carried him through. I have not seen anything like it in my entire life of living. My grandpa is still alive today, and it has been almost 2 years since he was diagnosed. He hasn't a drop of cancer in his body this day. Call it fate. Call it luck. I call it God.
And, even if this God of mine is fictitious, I like what He represents and is about: unconditional love. Even if you don't take the Bible seriously, you can just read it as any other book, but there are so many helpful guidelines in it that would just make this life run more smooth. I understand there are other religions that teach loving others as well. I, however, don't like labeling myself with a religion, but my faith is what I chose to believe in. It's nice when we can respect each other and have a flowing conversation about atheism, God, love, hate, and religion without any bashing or hate.
2007-09-22 21:59:47 · answer #2 · answered by creativestarwish 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Science and religion are not mutually exclusive, you know.
Yes, I believe in God. I don't ask that you agree with me, or that you understand me. However, my belief in God has never stopped me from seeking out the truth in everything.
I cringe when I hear people simply say, "God said it, I believe it," when it comes to certain issues of science -- evolution, the formation of the universe, etc. Sometimes, I want to shake these people and scream, "God gave you a brain! Why would you think he doesn't want you to use it?"
2007-09-22 21:56:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 0⤋
Every Christian on this planet believes in a fictitious god.
I was for 51 years a Scottish protestant, then became a Roman Catholic. I found no answers, anywhere, to any of the fundamentals for which I searched. As Bertrand Russell said, " it is impossible to believe in some thing for which absolutely no evidence exists, beyond anecdotal evidence.
2007-09-22 22:14:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 2⤋
It is strange that a lot of people do believe in a fictitious God. They have strange rituals they perform at church and preach strange sermons that are simply not biblical. It's like living in a "Wallace and Gromit" world, imagining the moon is made of cheese. Sooner or later you will get bored of it and try something different. However, what if God is real, what if He is waiting to be discovered......the truth is out there, there is an alien force, full of love and power just waiting for you....isn't that a bit more exciting ?
2007-09-22 21:56:55 · answer #5 · answered by Andy 3 · 3⤊ 4⤋
Not at all, It's actually much easier. You don't constantly have to live in fear of God. Your not watching every little thing you do or say to see if God would approve of it, you live your life on your terms not some dogma.
2007-09-22 21:52:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
yes but not if you have to try to coexist with people of another faith, When all is looked at logically would we not be better off being true to the goodness inside us, fighting the nasty parts of us and bridging the emotional gaps between PEOPLE not religions or races?
2007-09-22 22:00:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, of course. But I've never been a person to take the easy route. Just because its easy doesn't make it right. I'd rather have it be right.
2007-09-22 21:56:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, dude, science is great and has done more for the betterment of mankind than most religions, however, until it can explain the unexplainable and touch the intangible, I can't say it will ever fully replace religion.
2007-09-22 21:52:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Hello Montgomery B,
Often we are given examples of proof of God but some are not convincing enough. you were given the example of not being able to see wind but still it is claimed to be real. For some people this is not enough proof but let me ask you this... If someone you knew actually "broke wind" would that convince you!!!
I thought so...
2007-09-22 21:52:44 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋