God and orthodontics

Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


You would lose whatever bet you placed about what I believe. I have no idea why you have an interest in my beliefs? You seem to be so ranting and angry about my supposed beliefs you typed “only” twice in your hurry to spout about what you “bet” I believe.

I don’t care what you think about my beliefs and the fact you are mad about what others believe is a you problem. Find a healthy hobby or speak to a good therapist and ask them why the beliefs of others (especially absolute anonymous faceless strangers on the internet) move you so.


I bet you believe in stupid shit, that is the basic point of being a believer. Belief is not based on facts or evidence, just the "feels"


“The assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1).


Huh? What is this response supposed to mean? Quoting from an old book of fictional tales doesn't convey some profound meaning.


+1. Sounds like pp is accustomed to quoting the Bible as a means of authoritatively ending conversations. Sorry -- it doesn't work outside of church


We are posting in a religious forum. We are discussing religion.


Yes, but many religions do not consider the Bible as authoritarian. This is the religion forum. It's not the Christianity forum.


Agreed, but are talking about God’s Creation of Man and the Christian Bible, per the original post.
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


You would lose whatever bet you placed about what I believe. I have no idea why you have an interest in my beliefs? You seem to be so ranting and angry about my supposed beliefs you typed “only” twice in your hurry to spout about what you “bet” I believe.

I don’t care what you think about my beliefs and the fact you are mad about what others believe is a you problem. Find a healthy hobby or speak to a good therapist and ask them why the beliefs of others (especially absolute anonymous faceless strangers on the internet) move you so.


I bet you believe in stupid shit, that is the basic point of being a believer. Belief is not based on facts or evidence, just the "feels"


“The assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1).


Huh? What is this response supposed to mean? Quoting from an old book of fictional tales doesn't convey some profound meaning.


The Bible is a foundational collection of 66 sacred books, recognized by Christians as the inspired Word of God and a primary guide for faith, comprising the Old Testament (39 books) and New Testament (27 books). It tells a unified story of God’s love, redemption, and plan for humanity through the work of Jesus Christ, written by over 40 authors over 1,500 years.

The Bible is widely recognized as the best-selling book of all time. According to Guinness World Records, it is the best-selling book of non-fiction, with an estimated 5 to 7 billion copies printed and distributed since its contents were standardized roughly 1,500 years ago.
Guinness World Records



It is pure fiction and fantasy. Nothing more no matter how many "Christians" "believe" it to be so.


Religious books have their own category in libraries and bookstores. They are not categorized under fiction, nor under fantasy.



Because people are too afraid to accept truth that the Bible is fiction.


I've seen Bibles in the fiction section. I think someone moved them there. That's where they belong.



Religious texts belong in the non-fiction or religion/theology section of a library, specifically classified within the 200–299 range of the Dewey Decimal System, which covers religion, theology, and philosophy. The Bible is commonly placed under 220–229, while other religious scriptures are found in the 290s.

Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


You would lose whatever bet you placed about what I believe. I have no idea why you have an interest in my beliefs? You seem to be so ranting and angry about my supposed beliefs you typed “only” twice in your hurry to spout about what you “bet” I believe.

I don’t care what you think about my beliefs and the fact you are mad about what others believe is a you problem. Find a healthy hobby or speak to a good therapist and ask them why the beliefs of others (especially absolute anonymous faceless strangers on the internet) move you so.


I bet you believe in stupid shit, that is the basic point of being a believer. Belief is not based on facts or evidence, just the "feels"


“The assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1).


Huh? What is this response supposed to mean? Quoting from an old book of fictional tales doesn't convey some profound meaning.


The Bible is a foundational collection of 66 sacred books, recognized by Christians as the inspired Word of God and a primary guide for faith, comprising the Old Testament (39 books) and New Testament (27 books). It tells a unified story of God’s love, redemption, and plan for humanity through the work of Jesus Christ, written by over 40 authors over 1,500 years.

The Bible is widely recognized as the best-selling book of all time. According to Guinness World Records, it is the best-selling book of non-fiction, with an estimated 5 to 7 billion copies printed and distributed since its contents were standardized roughly 1,500 years ago.
Guinness World Records



It is pure fiction and fantasy. Nothing more no matter how many "Christians" "believe" it to be so.


Religious books have their own category in libraries and bookstores. They are not categorized under fiction, nor under fantasy.



Because people are too afraid to accept truth that the Bible is fiction.


I've seen Bibles in the fiction section. I think someone moved them there. That's where they belong.


Billioms of people—including serious historians and scholars—believe the Bible is more than fiction because: It’s rooted in real places, cultures, and historical figures.

There are multiple manuscripts and textual consistency over time.

The Bible contains fulfilled prophecies.

The Bible has had a massive, lasting impact on individuals and civilizations.
Anonymous
*billions
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


Belief in God is classified as theism, which is the conviction that at least one deity exists, acts as a creator, and may interact with the universe.

It is a foundational, often faith-based, proposition or worldview rather than a scientific conclusion, and it ranges from personal, experiential faith to philosophical deism.



Theism is basically the high-stakes version of having an imaginary friend, except this one supposedly built the house and gets really touchy about your weekend plans. It’s the firm conviction that a celestial landlord exists—somewhere behind a cloud, presumably—and is busy micromanaging the universe while simultaneously playing hard-to-get.
The beauty of it? It’s a "foundational worldview," which is code for "I decided on the conclusion before seeing the evidence." It’s pointedly not a scientific conclusion—mostly because science usually requires things to, you know, exist in a measurable way.
Instead, it’s a "faith-based proposition," ranging from:

Deism: The "God built the clock then lost the batteries" approach.
Personal Faith: The belief that the Creator of 200 billion galaxies is personally making sure your favorite sports team covers the spread.

It’s essentially the ultimate "Trust Me, Bro" of philosophy. You aren't "wrong"; you're just operating on a frequency that conveniently defies all logic and visibility. Happy hallucinating!


The existence of God is a matter of faith and interpretation rather than something that can be proven or disproven by science.
Anonymous
What is the name for people who hate God but also don’t think He exists?
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


You would lose whatever bet you placed about what I believe. I have no idea why you have an interest in my beliefs? You seem to be so ranting and angry about my supposed beliefs you typed “only” twice in your hurry to spout about what you “bet” I believe.

I don’t care what you think about my beliefs and the fact you are mad about what others believe is a you problem. Find a healthy hobby or speak to a good therapist and ask them why the beliefs of others (especially absolute anonymous faceless strangers on the internet) move you so.


I bet you believe in stupid shit, that is the basic point of being a believer. Belief is not based on facts or evidence, just the "feels"


“The assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1).


Huh? What is this response supposed to mean? Quoting from an old book of fictional tales doesn't convey some profound meaning.


The Bible is a foundational collection of 66 sacred books, recognized by Christians as the inspired Word of God and a primary guide for faith, comprising the Old Testament (39 books) and New Testament (27 books). It tells a unified story of God’s love, redemption, and plan for humanity through the work of Jesus Christ, written by over 40 authors over 1,500 years.

The Bible is widely recognized as the best-selling book of all time. According to Guinness World Records, it is the best-selling book of non-fiction, with an estimated 5 to 7 billion copies printed and distributed since its contents were standardized roughly 1,500 years ago.
Guinness World Records



It is pure fiction and fantasy. Nothing more no matter how many "Christians" "believe" it to be so.


Religious books have their own category in libraries and bookstores. They are not categorized under fiction, nor under fantasy.



Because people are too afraid to accept truth that the Bible is fiction.


I've seen Bibles in the fiction section. I think someone moved them there. That's where they belong.


Billioms of people—including serious historians and scholars—believe the Bible is more than fiction because: It’s rooted in real places, cultures, and historical figures.

There are multiple manuscripts and textual consistency over time.

The Bible contains fulfilled prophecies.

The Bible has had a massive, lasting impact on individuals and civilizations.


Great job reaffirming how gullible and stupid Christians can be.


IMG-8461[/qshut.

Once again, you proved PPPs point!


Why don’t the people who don’t believe in God and don’t like religion enjoy their lives instead of posting insults, chronically, here? They must have something better to do? Or maybe they don’t have anything better to do. That would be a very depressing life.
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


You would lose whatever bet you placed about what I believe. I have no idea why you have an interest in my beliefs? You seem to be so ranting and angry about my supposed beliefs you typed “only” twice in your hurry to spout about what you “bet” I believe.

I don’t care what you think about my beliefs and the fact you are mad about what others believe is a you problem. Find a healthy hobby or speak to a good therapist and ask them why the beliefs of others (especially absolute anonymous faceless strangers on the internet) move you so.


I bet you believe in stupid shit, that is the basic point of being a believer. Belief is not based on facts or evidence, just the "feels"


“The assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1).


Huh? What is this response supposed to mean? Quoting from an old book of fictional tales doesn't convey some profound meaning.


The Bible is a foundational collection of 66 sacred books, recognized by Christians as the inspired Word of God and a primary guide for faith, comprising the Old Testament (39 books) and New Testament (27 books). It tells a unified story of God’s love, redemption, and plan for humanity through the work of Jesus Christ, written by over 40 authors over 1,500 years.

The Bible is widely recognized as the best-selling book of all time. According to Guinness World Records, it is the best-selling book of non-fiction, with an estimated 5 to 7 billion copies printed and distributed since its contents were standardized roughly 1,500 years ago.
Guinness World Records



It is pure fiction and fantasy. Nothing more no matter how many "Christians" "believe" it to be so.


Religious books have their own category in libraries and bookstores. They are not categorized under fiction, nor under fantasy.



Because people are too afraid to accept truth that the Bible is fiction.


I've seen Bibles in the fiction section. I think someone moved them there. That's where they belong.


Billioms of people—including serious historians and scholars—believe the Bible is more than fiction because: It’s rooted in real places, cultures, and historical figures.

There are multiple manuscripts and textual consistency over time.

The Bible contains fulfilled prophecies.

The Bible has had a massive, lasting impact on individuals and civilizations.


Great job reaffirming how gullible and stupid Christians can be.


IMG-8461[/qshut.

Once again, you proved PPPs point!


Why don’t the people who don’t believe in God and don’t like religion enjoy their lives instead of posting insults, chronically, here? They must have something better to do? Or maybe they don’t have anything better to do. That would be a very depressing life.


Sounds like your life is pretty depressing -- believing in the Big Guy in the Sky. Though I bet you stopped believing in Fairies and Santa long ago.
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


You would lose whatever bet you placed about what I believe. I have no idea why you have an interest in my beliefs? You seem to be so ranting and angry about my supposed beliefs you typed “only” twice in your hurry to spout about what you “bet” I believe.

I don’t care what you think about my beliefs and the fact you are mad about what others believe is a you problem. Find a healthy hobby or speak to a good therapist and ask them why the beliefs of others (especially absolute anonymous faceless strangers on the internet) move you so.


I bet you believe in stupid shit, that is the basic point of being a believer. Belief is not based on facts or evidence, just the "feels"


“The assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1).


Huh? What is this response supposed to mean? Quoting from an old book of fictional tales doesn't convey some profound meaning.


The Bible is a foundational collection of 66 sacred books, recognized by Christians as the inspired Word of God and a primary guide for faith, comprising the Old Testament (39 books) and New Testament (27 books). It tells a unified story of God’s love, redemption, and plan for humanity through the work of Jesus Christ, written by over 40 authors over 1,500 years.

The Bible is widely recognized as the best-selling book of all time. According to Guinness World Records, it is the best-selling book of non-fiction, with an estimated 5 to 7 billion copies printed and distributed since its contents were standardized roughly 1,500 years ago.
Guinness World Records



It is pure fiction and fantasy. Nothing more no matter how many "Christians" "believe" it to be so.


Religious books have their own category in libraries and bookstores. They are not categorized under fiction, nor under fantasy.



Because people are too afraid to accept truth that the Bible is fiction.


I've seen Bibles in the fiction section. I think someone moved them there. That's where they belong.


Billioms of people—including serious historians and scholars—believe the Bible is more than fiction because: It’s rooted in real places, cultures, and historical figures.

There are multiple manuscripts and textual consistency over time.

The Bible contains fulfilled prophecies.

The Bible has had a massive, lasting impact on individuals and civilizations.


Great job reaffirming how gullible and stupid Christians can be.


IMG-8461[/qshut.

Once again, you proved PPPs point!


Why don’t the people who don’t believe in God and don’t like religion enjoy their lives instead of posting insults, chronically, here? They must have something better to do? Or maybe they don’t have anything better to do. That would be a very depressing life.


Sounds like your life is pretty depressing -- believing in the Big Guy in the Sky. Though I bet you stopped believing in Fairies and Santa long ago.

Does it occur to you that your belief insults people who do not believe in god? Even people who believe in different gods?
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


You would lose whatever bet you placed about what I believe. I have no idea why you have an interest in my beliefs? You seem to be so ranting and angry about my supposed beliefs you typed “only” twice in your hurry to spout about what you “bet” I believe.

I don’t care what you think about my beliefs and the fact you are mad about what others believe is a you problem. Find a healthy hobby or speak to a good therapist and ask them why the beliefs of others (especially absolute anonymous faceless strangers on the internet) move you so.


I bet you believe in stupid shit, that is the basic point of being a believer. Belief is not based on facts or evidence, just the "feels"


“The assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1).


Huh? What is this response supposed to mean? Quoting from an old book of fictional tales doesn't convey some profound meaning.


The Bible is a foundational collection of 66 sacred books, recognized by Christians as the inspired Word of God and a primary guide for faith, comprising the Old Testament (39 books) and New Testament (27 books). It tells a unified story of God’s love, redemption, and plan for humanity through the work of Jesus Christ, written by over 40 authors over 1,500 years.

The Bible is widely recognized as the best-selling book of all time. According to Guinness World Records, it is the best-selling book of non-fiction, with an estimated 5 to 7 billion copies printed and distributed since its contents were standardized roughly 1,500 years ago.
Guinness World Records



It is pure fiction and fantasy. Nothing more no matter how many "Christians" "believe" it to be so.


Religious books have their own category in libraries and bookstores. They are not categorized under fiction, nor under fantasy.



Because people are too afraid to accept truth that the Bible is fiction.


I've seen Bibles in the fiction section. I think someone moved them there. That's where they belong.


Billioms of people—including serious historians and scholars—believe the Bible is more than fiction because: It’s rooted in real places, cultures, and historical figures.

There are multiple manuscripts and textual consistency over time.

The Bible contains fulfilled prophecies.

The Bible has had a massive, lasting impact on individuals and civilizations.


Great job reaffirming how gullible and stupid Christians can be.


IMG-8461[/qshut.

Once again, you proved PPPs point!


Why don’t the people who don’t believe in God and don’t like religion enjoy their lives instead of posting insults, chronically, here? They must have something better to do? Or maybe they don’t have anything better to do. That would be a very depressing life.


Sounds like your life is pretty depressing -- believing in the Big Guy in the Sky. Though I bet you stopped believing in Fairies and Santa long ago.

Does it occur to you that your belief insults people who do not believe in god? Even people who believe in different gods?


You are depressed because people have faith and believe in God?
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


You would lose whatever bet you placed about what I believe. I have no idea why you have an interest in my beliefs? You seem to be so ranting and angry about my supposed beliefs you typed “only” twice in your hurry to spout about what you “bet” I believe.

I don’t care what you think about my beliefs and the fact you are mad about what others believe is a you problem. Find a healthy hobby or speak to a good therapist and ask them why the beliefs of others (especially absolute anonymous faceless strangers on the internet) move you so.


I bet you believe in stupid shit, that is the basic point of being a believer. Belief is not based on facts or evidence, just the "feels"


“The assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen" (Hebrews 11:1).


Huh? What is this response supposed to mean? Quoting from an old book of fictional tales doesn't convey some profound meaning.


The Bible is a foundational collection of 66 sacred books, recognized by Christians as the inspired Word of God and a primary guide for faith, comprising the Old Testament (39 books) and New Testament (27 books). It tells a unified story of God’s love, redemption, and plan for humanity through the work of Jesus Christ, written by over 40 authors over 1,500 years.

The Bible is widely recognized as the best-selling book of all time. According to Guinness World Records, it is the best-selling book of non-fiction, with an estimated 5 to 7 billion copies printed and distributed since its contents were standardized roughly 1,500 years ago.
Guinness World Records



It is pure fiction and fantasy. Nothing more no matter how many "Christians" "believe" it to be so.


Religious books have their own category in libraries and bookstores. They are not categorized under fiction, nor under fantasy.



Because people are too afraid to accept truth that the Bible is fiction.


I've seen Bibles in the fiction section. I think someone moved them there. That's where they belong.


Billioms of people—including serious historians and scholars—believe the Bible is more than fiction because: It’s rooted in real places, cultures, and historical figures.

There are multiple manuscripts and textual consistency over time.

The Bible contains fulfilled prophecies.

The Bible has had a massive, lasting impact on individuals and civilizations.


Great job reaffirming how gullible and stupid Christians can be.


IMG-8461[/qshut.

Once again, you proved PPPs point!


Why don’t the people who don’t believe in God and don’t like religion enjoy their lives instead of posting insults, chronically, here? They must have something better to do? Or maybe they don’t have anything better to do. That would be a very depressing life.


Maybe religious people don't have anything better to do than praise God. That would be a very depressing life.
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


Belief in God is classified as theism, which is the conviction that at least one deity exists, acts as a creator, and may interact with the universe.

It is a foundational, often faith-based, proposition or worldview rather than a scientific conclusion, and it ranges from personal, experiential faith to philosophical deism.



Theism is basically the high-stakes version of having an imaginary friend, except this one supposedly built the house and gets really touchy about your weekend plans. It’s the firm conviction that a celestial landlord exists—somewhere behind a cloud, presumably—and is busy micromanaging the universe while simultaneously playing hard-to-get.
The beauty of it? It’s a "foundational worldview," which is code for "I decided on the conclusion before seeing the evidence." It’s pointedly not a scientific conclusion—mostly because science usually requires things to, you know, exist in a measurable way.
Instead, it’s a "faith-based proposition," ranging from:

Deism: The "God built the clock then lost the batteries" approach.
Personal Faith: The belief that the Creator of 200 billion galaxies is personally making sure your favorite sports team covers the spread.

It’s essentially the ultimate "Trust Me, Bro" of philosophy. You aren't "wrong"; you're just operating on a frequency that conveniently defies all logic and visibility. Happy hallucinating!


The existence of God is a matter of faith and interpretation rather than something that can be proven or disproven by science.


IN other words, it's bunk.
Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


Belief in God is classified as theism, which is the conviction that at least one deity exists, acts as a creator, and may interact with the universe.

It is a foundational, often faith-based, proposition or worldview rather than a scientific conclusion, and it ranges from personal, experiential faith to philosophical deism.



Theism is basically the high-stakes version of having an imaginary friend, except this one supposedly built the house and gets really touchy about your weekend plans. It’s the firm conviction that a celestial landlord exists—somewhere behind a cloud, presumably—and is busy micromanaging the universe while simultaneously playing hard-to-get.
The beauty of it? It’s a "foundational worldview," which is code for "I decided on the conclusion before seeing the evidence." It’s pointedly not a scientific conclusion—mostly because science usually requires things to, you know, exist in a measurable way.
Instead, it’s a "faith-based proposition," ranging from:

Deism: The "God built the clock then lost the batteries" approach.
Personal Faith: The belief that the Creator of 200 billion galaxies is personally making sure your favorite sports team covers the spread.

It’s essentially the ultimate "Trust Me, Bro" of philosophy. You aren't "wrong"; you're just operating on a frequency that conveniently defies all logic and visibility. Happy hallucinating!


The existence of God is a matter of faith and interpretation rather than something that can be proven or disproven by science.


IN other words, it's bunk.



World's largest religion by population is still Christianity ...

Christianity is the world's largest religion, with approximately 2.3 to 2.5 billion followers, representing nearly one-third of the global population.

Experts at the Pew Research Center project that the unaffiliated share of the world population may drop to 13% by 2050–2060 due to lower birth rates in secular countries compared to highly religious.

Anonymous
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:God did an even worse job on female plumbing.


Right, bleeding and having horrible cramps starting at age 12-50 suc*s. It's awful.


If you believe God is the Creator, do you believe that He made us perfectly until the fall of humanity?


The first part of your sentence is a false premise. God is not the creator. If he was, he is a terrible designer.


I asked the people blaming God for the bad design of humans if they believed that God was the Creator, and if they believe that, if they believe in the fall of man.

I do believe God is the Creator. It’s not false, it’s my belief.


It is possible to have false beliefs. e.g., lots of people (usually children) believe in the Easter bunny and Santa Claus and God. Some adults still believe in God.


So you know which beliefs are false?

God is a theological belief. Santa and the Easter Bunny are cultural, fictional figures.

Approximately 81% to 83% of U.S. adults believe in God or a universal spirit.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/393737/belief-god-dips-new-low.aspx


https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2025/02/26/religious-and-spiritual-beliefs/


5
Beliefs in God, spiritual presences in more than 30 countries ...
Approximately 72% to over 80% of the global population believes in God or a higher power, according to various international studies. While roughly 84% of the world's population identifies with a religious group, the number of believers in God—including those not affiliated with a formal religion—remains high, particularly in regions like Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

https://gallup-international.com/survey-results-and-news/survey-result/more-prone-to-believe-in-god-than-identify-as-religious-more-likely-to-believe-in-heaven-than-in-hell


Are you saying that God is not a cultural, fictional, belief like the others? I say that it is. Why wouldn't it be? Just because you believe it as an adult?

And this God of yours -- I bet you believe that he has only only set of characteristics and that other people who believe in a God or God with other characteristics are wrong about their god(s) and you are right.


Belief in God is classified as theism, which is the conviction that at least one deity exists, acts as a creator, and may interact with the universe.

It is a foundational, often faith-based, proposition or worldview rather than a scientific conclusion, and it ranges from personal, experiential faith to philosophical deism.



Theism is basically the high-stakes version of having an imaginary friend, except this one supposedly built the house and gets really touchy about your weekend plans. It’s the firm conviction that a celestial landlord exists—somewhere behind a cloud, presumably—and is busy micromanaging the universe while simultaneously playing hard-to-get.
The beauty of it? It’s a "foundational worldview," which is code for "I decided on the conclusion before seeing the evidence." It’s pointedly not a scientific conclusion—mostly because science usually requires things to, you know, exist in a measurable way.
Instead, it’s a "faith-based proposition," ranging from:

Deism: The "God built the clock then lost the batteries" approach.
Personal Faith: The belief that the Creator of 200 billion galaxies is personally making sure your favorite sports team covers the spread.

It’s essentially the ultimate "Trust Me, Bro" of philosophy. You aren't "wrong"; you're just operating on a frequency that conveniently defies all logic and visibility. Happy hallucinating!


The existence of God is a matter of faith and interpretation rather than something that can be proven or disproven by science.


IN other words, it's bunk.



World's largest religion by population is still Christianity ...

Christianity is the world's largest religion, with approximately 2.3 to 2.5 billion followers, representing nearly one-third of the global population.

Experts at the Pew Research Center project that the unaffiliated share of the world population may drop to 13% by 2050–2060 due to lower birth rates in secular countries compared to highly religious.



We call ourselves intelligent. That does not mean we actually are. This just proves there are a lot of dumb people on the planet.
post reply Forum Index » Religion
Message Quick Reply
Go to: