Christians: If an uncaused first "object" can exist as you say it can, why does that object have to be God?

Question

Why does it have to be conscious?

Rev. Einstein: Because God is logically impossible.

Answer 1

Because it says so in the bible innit?
What more proof do you need?
I am of course being a little sarcastic here.

Answer 2

It doesn't have to be. However, your question does presume the existence of such an object, and being an "uncaused first object" is rather a prerequisite for being the Christian God, so it's at least a step along the way.

Answer 3

You are the proof. More specifically I am the proof. I am ABSOLUTELY certain I exist. I can only be reasonably certain that you or anyone else exists. My limitations tell me I am not omnipotent. Therefore, the ME (awareness as intellect and will), which are my main and only strengths, require something greater than I since I already know I am not omnipotent in that regard. We define omnipotent as God.

Answer 4

Because it fits in nicely with the claim that a deity cares about them personally.

If there was a God who created the universe, then they have a purpose in life and have specific value.

Its a very insipid indoctrination.

Answer 5

(former Xian, but...)

Since "God" is frequently thought of as the most powerful force in the universe, I think whatever got this whole universe ball rolling can lay claim to the title, even though I don't anthropomorphize whatever it was/is.

Answer 6

And why is it such a contradictory, insecure, judgmental jerk.

Love and blessings Don

Answer 7

Why does it NOT have to be God?


Think about it.

Answer 8

in other words, if god doesnt need a creator why does the universe?

Answer 9

Because that's the term for "I don't know". They just like to call it god so it fits in with their fairy tale.