Do You Believe In God?

[Seita]

The problem is a few dicks however do try to impose their beliefs on others.

I totally agree with you here. Religious men shouting "Believe!!" and atheists shouting " Do Not!!"

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I tried then you avoided. If you don't want to actually have a conversation and just want to be heard, then I'll leave you alone.

I don't need to be heard. Not by you,at least. So, I am not discussing anything with you because you are the type who makes fun of things when they cannot answer properly. Bye

 

[RevPokemon]

I totally agree with you here. Religious men shouting "Believe!!" and atheists shouting " Do Not!!"

Religon is something like sex.
Talking about it can be uncomfortable
It can be abusive at times
For some people its their life and the only thing on their mind

But most agree its best when your thoughts of it are kept to yourself

 

[Father Crilly]

Atheism is a hypocritical concept.

"I can't see it, therefore it doesn't exist".

That's not proof God doesn't exist. Prove to me there isn't an invisible unicorn orbiting earth. You can't prove a negative so good luck.

 

[RevPokemon]

Atheism is a hypocritical concept.

"I can't see it, therefore it doesn't exist".

That's not proof God doesn't exist. Prove to me there isn't an invisible unicorn orbiting earth. You can't prove a negatve so good luck.

But many traditional beliefs of certain religions can and have been proved impossible under normal conditions

 

[osaka35]

I don't need to be heard. Not by you,at least. So, I am not discussing anything with you because you are the type who makes fun of things when they cannot answer properly. Bye

Given your response and avoidance of my rebuttal, I honestly wasn't sure if you were being a poe or if you honestly believe the things you're saying. I suppose it's better than being unable to distinguish science and faith. I'll PM any responses from now on, to avoid cluttering up this thread =]

Atheism is a hypocritical concept.

"I can't see it, therefore it doesn't exist".

That's not proof God doesn't exist. Prove to me there isn't an invisible unicorn orbiting earth. You can't prove a negative so good luck.

Yes, that's exactly the point. Do you believe there's an invisible unicorn orbiting the earth? why not? You can't prove it's not there, so why don't you feel pain for that poor unicorn all alone in space?

 

[bitjacker]

I don't. Used to, but after comparing the 1611 bible/ apocrypha stories with the modern edit, I have to wonder what was edited before that. Who deems what is inspired word? Too many died because they wouldn't believe a book for me to have respect. Go to wounded knee, buy some bead necklaces from the woman who sits at the mass grave, listen to the young man tell the story that has been passed down. compare the dates of the battles with what is on wikipedia.

 

[Seita]

I wouldn't say a burning desire. I believe in what I see. If you believe in someone who created the universe that's great (my parents do not know I am a atheist yet) but science is the true god. I want to believe because my biggest fear is death. Knowing that if you believe in god you can go somewhere after you die is comforting. That's why I want to believe but cant.

I understand your point. I was just kidding about the burning desire thing since it's your username
I do believe in science as a tools to live a better life and discover things never known of before. But that doesn't prevent me from believing in a god who doesn't shun me from science.

But most agree its best when your thoughts of it are kept to yourself

The OP enticed us into sharing our opinions. lol
I like how this thread is being kept civic until now.

 

[Father Crilly]

But many traditional beliefs of certain religions can and have been proved impossible under normal conditions

Keyword there: "Religion"

Religion is more than just someone's opinion on God. So any false beliefs made up by the particular religion doesn't affect God. I don't care for religion, this is Theism vs. Atheism.

 

[Originality]

I believe in God. I believe because I have experienced it.
I believe in the afterlife, because not believing in it is too depressing.
I believe in the aspect of religion that guides people to acting better (e.g. Thou shalt not kill).
I don't believe in people - the world is full of idiots, assholes, and those who should know better.

These are my beliefs. I don't ask anybody to agree with me. I try to be the better man, and appreciate it when people return that level of respect. But I am also jaded so I don't expect it from anybody.

 

[FAST6191]

Religon is something like sex.
Talking about it can be uncomfortable
It can be abusive at times
For some people its their life and the only thing on their mind

But most agree its best when your thoughts of it are kept to yourself

Normally I wonder ponder the basis for that (it does seem rooted in the US aversion to certain things sexual), however I will choose instead to imagine what going out would be like if instead much of what people were concerned with was proselytising.

On the other hand maybe it would be like

 

[TotalInsanity4]

I don't. Used to, but after comparing the 1611 bible/ apocrypha stories with the modern edit, I have to wonder what was edited before that. Who deems what is inspired word? Too many died because they wouldn't believe a book for me to have respect. Go to wounded knee, buy some bead necklaces from the woman who sits at the mass grave, listen to the young man tell the story that has been passed down. compare the dates of the battles with what is on wikipedia.

Yeah, that's where my belief of specifically following the red letters stems from. However, you should know that if edits are an issue, the NIV was translated directly from the earliest known scrolls, so it's technically the most accurate english translation. Also, I believe that they found an even earlier transcript that they're currently working on translating

 

[XtremeHacker]

I'm a seventh day Adventist I believe that when people die they are dead and that God will resurrect them when the judgement comes.

 

[Jack_Sparrow]

People who make a fuzz out of gay marriage don't deserve to be married themselves.[/QUOTE]

I'm a seventh day Adventist I believe that when people die they are dead and that God will resurrect them when the judgement comes.

As a Catholic i believe that also

 

[Hanafuda]

Atheism is a hypocritical concept.

"I can't see it, therefore it doesn't exist".

That's not proof God doesn't exist. Prove to me there isn't an invisible unicorn orbiting earth. You can't prove a negative so good luck.

An atheist who really understands the concept doesn't assert that god(s) do not exist.

It isn't, "I can't see it, therefore it doesn't exist."

It is, "There is nothing to see here. Let's grab lunch."

But there are plenty of claimed atheists who are, "religious," about it.

 

[Ruby Gloom]

I do believe in God. However, I also believe that if God really loved all his children, there wouldn't be this " Hell " thing. The Bible really doesn't help say about how God loves you and won't send you to burn if you don't follow his rules.

 

[TotalInsanity4]

I do believe in God. However, I also believe that if God really loved all his children, there wouldn't be this " Hell " thing. The Bible really doesn't help say about how God loves you and won't send you to burn if you don't follow his rules.

How I always gathered it was Lucifer for some reason really wants you to see you burn because he's a twat, but God wants to protect you but only if you do certain things. In retrospect it is kind of confusing and contradictory lol

 

[Ruby Gloom]

How I always gathered it was Lucifer for some reason really wants you to see you burn because he's a twat, but God wants to protect you but only if you do certain things. In retrospect it is kind of confusing and contradictory lol

I still don't study any religions. I feel my life will be limited, and all that. I just want to live my life and try everything before I die. I don't want to be told " You'll burn if you do that. " Why should I constrain myself to a boring life when there's so much more to do? No, I'm not saying I'll try murdering people, but, you know.

 

[bitjacker]

if your bible says money is THE root of all evil, you have a version that is censored. a pre-king james version will tell you money is A root of all evil. to me this is a huge thing to edit. I could fill pages of text in about differences, but its all written. also all perspective. I think Jesus had some good ideas, but will i go to hell if i dare say krishna was on a mighty fine path? I ponder good ideas from all religions up until i am told it is the only thing i can consider as a truth. you really dont need a man in the clouds to be a good person. just dont screw people over.

 

[Relys]

I made a choice a long time ago not to let my mind be ruled by fear, uncertainty and doubt. I have studied the universe and have come to terms with my place in it, small as it may be. I feel the only way one can truly find solace in this existence is to embrace the unknown and unexplained. I think that giving credit to (or blaming) God, Aliens, the Illuminati, etc. is just a lazy way to justify ones own selfish actions. Instead, I prefer to look at cause/effect relationships, use the scientific method to discover new information, and debate with others to find flaws in my own view so that I may fix them and become a better person.

 

[cdoty]

Do you? I just wanted to know everyones opinions on this subject
And why? Do you / do you not believe in a god! You don't have to answer but please state that to avoid confusion!

EDIT: Also, do you believe in an afterlife? A Heaven or reincarnation? Please share!

I don't believe in a god. I think the first eye opening moment was reading about the tower of babel and realizing how much it sounded like Greek mythology.

For me, allowing myself to question things, it was easier to see all of the things that just didn't add up, and how things aren't quite what you're told they were. I think there's a reason the church actively discourages questioning the bible.

As far as an afterlife, I hope there's some sort of reincarnation or recycling, or better yet the curtain is pulled back.