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I'm an atheist and I feel particularly risk free. I'm often told by followers of the biblical god (I presume that is the one in question) that he (always a 'he' it seems) has a plan for us all. I'm sure this all-powerful, all-knowing fellow has a place for me and all other atheists in his...

Which theory of evolution have you been reading? This atheist says 'no idea'. I'm sure I'll enjoy finding out though. I suggest reading some Hawkins et al. that's where I'm often directed, just never got around to it.

I've tried on several times to comprehend the meaning of 'spiritual' but it isn't happening (for now at least). I'm skipping ahead, is there a use for spirituality?

Guitar a bit. A little bass (it's tiny:p). The microphone.

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Sorry folks, I have completely forgotten what I was going to ask. Thanks for the replies. While I try and and remeber where I was going can anyone give me a little lesson on why Jesus died for us? I understand that it is believed "he died for our sins". I don't understand what our sins are...

Vajraghara, great article. Have you read about the 'Steves' in memory of Dr. Gould?

The most common version I've heard is the idea that god (the one in The Bible) gave us free-will and by free-will humans make their own conditions. For me the problems with this are: a)This contradicts the idea that the same god plays an active role in day to day life. For instance by the...

If you can, yes it would be useful. Cheers.

While it is irelevant and again your position is based in ignorance, free thought is characterised by objective standards, evidence and reason. Free-thinkers are free from religious dogma, for instance, because it is baseless to them using the criteia above. Please read the whole article.

To be christian you must accept Jesus as your saviuor correct? Is this defined in the new testament?

How ironic that you should say this. [Offensive attack removed] Strong atheism is the belief that god/s do not exist. That includes quite a few; the god of the bible, Zeus, Thor and a host of others. Try wikipedia for a readable definition, or atheism web for a more atheist slanted...

path_of_one, good post, I enjoyed reading it. There are a couple of minor points I disagree with though. For future reference, 'phenotype' is the word you should have used. Or at least from the context I believe that is what you meant. Easy mistake but could confuse people. Just thought I'd add...

You have connections to the supernatural? Is there any way you could explain this without confusing me further? :) I suspect this also.

Humorous analogy. I must say, very neatly done, Vajradhara. I am quite comfortable calling myself an athiest, as I have seen nothing warranting belief in a diety of any description. I would contend though that whether you label yourself theist or non-thiest you are foremost agnostic. As far as...

I'm male.

I hope not. :) Thanks again for welcoming me everyone. This appears to be a nice place to converse, hopefully I can learn here.

I don't believe I have any.

What does the book where Noah was revealed say? (I'm not much of a bible scholar :o) LOL, that's the worst 'embarrassed' smily I've ever encountered. Are you asking if tsunamis lend credence to the idea of huge boats and the storage of species, or if such catastrophes have given rise to...

I have no concept of spirituality. I have never used the word in a conversation in my life. So I am curious. Is spirituality a definitive, objective standard? Or a subjective, personal term? People use the word all the time but I have no idea if they are referring to the same phenomenon or...