What? You don't believe what a random person says on tehz intarwebzors? Blasphemy!
Err, oh yeah. I was making that up. :p Beld being Christian is like politely negotiating with terrorists. Neither is very plausible.
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What? You don't believe what a random person says on tehz intarwebzors? Blasphemy!
Err, oh yeah. I was making that up. :p Beld being Christian is like politely negotiating with terrorists. Neither is very plausible.
I was not in any car accidents. =)
To be perfectly honest, however, I have reconsidered my position and I believe in Jesus now. I expect to be brutally mocked, of course, but I hope you'll consider that it likely took more than a fairy tale and some lame emotional appeals to make me change my mind.
I really do feel bad about how I talked to Russ and Starkist in particular. I don't apologize for the arguments I made, but I do apologize for my tone.
Dunno what to say. I won't mock you, but I'm still atheist and don't think anything can ever change my mind on that. I think "spiritual experiences" or "miracles" are bullshit, but if it makes you happy, more power to you I guess. As long as you don't go around trying to convert people.
Yeah, pretty sure I'm not qualified to "try and convert people". I am a skeptical, anti-religion rationalist who re-examined the existing data and decided my opinion failed to explain facts I could not controvert. There are many books on the subject and my internet-opinion is a piss poor source of scholarly information so there's no point in debating it here. Ironically, this happened while I was trying to build a more articulate case against the New Testament.
Hm. In that case, I think I'll suddenly dedice to become a furry, then run into that thread and talk about how awesome they are. I can only imagine the results. :PQuote:
Originally Posted by Mercy
That's good to know. Now make sure you don't get into any. :PQuote:
Originally Posted by Beldaran
Hey, that's more than I ever expected from you. Apology accepted.Quote:
I really do feel bad about how I talked to Russ and Starkist in particular. I don't apologize for the arguments I made, but I do apologize for my tone
Now I feel like a douche, Beld. :p (This seems to happen quite often...)
Interesting. I tend to believe in Jesus myself. I do not buy the whole "son of god" angle but there does seem to be evidence pointing to his existence as a historical figure.Quote:
Originally Posted by Beldaran
Well there was your mistake, Bel. Opinions do not explain facts, they explain personal biases. I want to rib you for what is probably just a poor vocabulary choice on your part but that would be lame and Starkist already won this month's award. Instead, allow me to offer a direction of study. Look to Jesuit teachings. The Jesuits seem to have the most rational theories especially when it comes to reconciling science and christianity. If you are trolling, they are a good source of information on dealing with loopholes.Quote:
Originally Posted by Beldaran
I am interested in what you meant by a "case against the New Testiment," but it does not belong in this thread. I am also curious in your take on some of the non-canon NT books.
Meh, if I did that, there would be something to talk about. This is just more of the usual except Gerudo does not dare come and play with me.Quote:
Originally Posted by Russell
-m.
It would be super interesting to talk about in another thread, but to be perfectly honest I have the damn flu right now and I barely have enough energy to watch tv, much less engage in historical analysis and comparative theology. ;)
Ack, stay hydrated and rest. We can pick up the theology discussion when you are in better sorts. I am less interested in debating the existence of god and more into the historic value of the tales.Quote:
Originally Posted by Beldaran
-m.
"Resistance is futile. You will be assimilated"Quote:
Originally Posted by Icey