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I'm new to debating Atheism vs Christianity. What should I have said?
Started this discussion. Last reply by James M. Martin May 26, 2012. 8 Replies 0 Likes
So, I'm a little inexperienced in Atheist vs Christian debate, and my buddy and I had the following FB convo (I didn't really know what points to bring up). What should I have said? What would you…Continue
Anyone else ever have these feelings?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Joseph E. Frierson Jul 23, 2011. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Sorry bout the duplicate posting, guys. I mistakenly put this in the "Introductions" board and meant for it to be here, so I've just copied and pasted it here. Okay, so, probably like most of you, I…Continue
Anyone else ever feel this way?
Started this discussion. Last reply by roland707 Jul 15, 2011. 10 Replies 2 Likes
Okay, so, probably like most of you, I grew up with an religious background. In my case, growing up in rural (and I mean seriously rural. My hometown Loco had a population of about 150) Oklahoma, I…Continue
Hi everyone, new guy here
Started this discussion. Last reply by roland707 Jun 18, 2011. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Although I've held my atheist beliefs for nearly 2 decades now, I've never really gone looking for a website like this where I can "meet" with others of the same mindset. But recently, upon seeing…Continue
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James M. Martin replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion I'm new to debating Atheism vs Christianity. What should I have said?
Chris Ruegg replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion I'm new to debating Atheism vs Christianity. What should I have said?
"Your first mistake was, IMO, debating the bible with him before having him prove that there is a God. If he wants to assert that the Bible is the word of God, he must first demonstrate that there is a God. Only after that is done, can you then move…"
Daniel Charles replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion I'm new to debating Atheism vs Christianity. What should I have said?
"maybe you could ask him to explain the archeological, geological, and Social historical proofs of the taking snake. I don't know why theist try to prove biblical or whatever on scientific evidence, its faith!. I believe that the…"
Mark Schwab replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion I'm new to debating Atheism vs Christianity. What should I have said?
"Hi, I am afraid your friend has fallen into the same trap as the majority of bible believers in that he apparently gets all of his "science" from reading other Christian books on this subject. The proofs in these are typically based on…"
Loren Miller replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion I'm new to debating Atheism vs Christianity. What should I have said?
"Couple of things:
The bible has NO second source ... NONE. If he wants to assert otherwise, have him cite specific references (of which there are none!). There is PLENTY of stuff written AFTERWARD which derives from biblical sources ...…"
Oklahoma Hoss replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion I'm new to debating Atheism vs Christianity. What should I have said?
"Fantastic response, Eric. Thank you for that insight. Wish I'd had you on the phone when I was trying to come up with answers to his post, lol!"
Eric Gilnett replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion I'm new to debating Atheism vs Christianity. What should I have said?
"First of all, seashells on top of a mountain do not a global flood make. Your friend admits and knows that nothing in the bible is provable. Also I question this baby falling from a high rise and walking away unscathed. Is there evidence of that?…"
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I'm new to debating Atheism vs Christianity. What should I have said?
So, I'm a little inexperienced in Atheist vs Christian debate, and my buddy and I had the following FB convo (I didn't really know what points to bring up). What should I have said? What would you have said? My Buddy Writes this: -- Conservative, Christian, Believes that the bible is the literal word of God, Has moral convictions, Does not believe in evolution, Believes in a literal Heaven and Hell, and despite what many with such titles have shown understands that to be these things means…See More
James Allison replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion Anyone else ever have these feelings?
"I was diving into wicca a few years ago and found it fascinating, mystical, and not-christian. There are aspects of the pagan lifestyle and belief that I do like, especially their music. I listen a lot to pagan music - Elaine Silver, Kellianna, and…"
Ruth Anthony-Gardner replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion Anyone else ever have these feelings?
"Lots of secular humanists are afraid of rituals which stir the emotions, like drumming and chanting. I think we need to understand our primitive brains and involve ourselves emotionally in our values through ritual, but keeping in mind very…"
Jolly Sapper replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion Anyone else ever have these feelings?
"Hey Hoss, its as simple as this.
Most of us human critters like to be around other members of the human critter species and around members of the human critter community that we dig. That feeling you've got? Its about…"
Brian Wood replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion Anyone else ever have these feelings?
"Many practicing Jews do not believe in an afterlife, and much of the OT supports that view."
Brian Wood replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion Anyone else ever have these feelings?
"Most people could stand to get closer to nature, which the pagans did. Most could stand more drumming and dancing, which the authorities hate. Just keep a level head."
roland707 replied to Oklahoma Hoss's discussion Anyone else ever feel this way?
"Philip, you made me realize something about myself. I love college football. I'll watch it on my own, but I try to go to at least one game a year. I go to participate (make noise with crowd to influence game) to help the team win. I've…"
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Dr. Terence Meaden said… - Hello Oklahoma Hoss
Welcome to this friendly place with freethinkers who recognise that fictional gods and devious organized religions continue to deceive and control vulnerable people including defenceless children;
----and how tragic and inexcusable it also is that women and minorities have been oppressed these last two thousand years and longer.
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