''So: I never argue with people who truly believe - they have a need that is really great, mine is obviously not as great as theirs, but who am I to destroy what is obviously part of a firm structure to their lives? Mostly it leads them to have good lives, with generosity to others, kindness etc. - they are good and kind fellow humans, mostly, something we need more of.''
Fair enough. I never argue with anyone about their faith unless they themselves bring it up in order to convince me of the 'truth of their beliefs' - or in public discussion forums like this one where believers willingly participate and knowingly put their faith on the line.....presumably in the expectation that their faith is going to be challenged. Not only by atheists but other believers, some of same faith but holding different beliefs in regard to the nature of God or Jesus, etc. Arguments between believers can get just as heated as any other dispute. Sometimes more so.
