I am a Christian, some have even called me a fanatic. This is because I will not waver on my belief. This my personal choice. Each member persons personal choice is their right and should not be dependent other member's personal views. I hope that this will not be like the other threads, where they tend to disrupt into petty battlegrounds between Non Believers, Atheist, and others of Religion. This only results in the thread being closed.
I think a thread can be constructed than can allow a middle ground which can allow for a person of belief to hear the side of non believers and Atheist. To allow a real dialog and exchange of points of view. There is no way to prove God or no-God with science or arguments. There is no way to hand someone proof of God over a computer screen. Faith or no-Faith can not be measured or weighted.
There is no agenda to this thread. It is not a podium from which I intend to preach my beliefs, nor is it intended for others to preach and push personal agendas.
I being a Christian I want to know, why I should leave my faith? As an Atheist what benefits from your belief, should make a Christian leave their faith? Using facts and reason, can an intelligent dialog be established? This is an opportunity for Atheist to put their best foot forward and present Atheism in the best light. Christians and believers need to be respectful and stick only to facts, as you would want Atheist to treat your belief.
Simple ethics rules to consider to keep this thread "Fair and Balanced":
1. Present facts and links (so others can research) when ever possible.
2. All points of views are to be respected (all members view points are important).
3. No name calling, insults, or flaming.
4. Always be respectful with other members (no "right or wrongs" - Education is the purpose).
5. Tell the truth and from the heart.
6. Bible verses and other religious text can be used by Atheist, non believers, Christians, and believers of other religions (BUT NO PREACHING ALLOWED). This applies to me the TS as well.
I will always try to be as fair and balanced as possible.
I hope the Atheist on this forum can use this thread to present their beliefs in a constructive format. That Atheist, Christians, and those of other religions can have an organized Q&A exchange of ideas. Everyone should be able to get along in an adult dialog.
I ask this with the utmost respect:
How did the concept (or idea) of Atheism change your life?