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"Is this really what you want to talk about?"

Is this not a discussion of creation vs. evolution??

"I promise to capitalize God from now on when referring to the God of Creation from now on, if it will make you happier."

Thank you, but it's not to make me happy that I brought it up -- it's a matter of respect and also to gauge where you stand.

"I am not trying to offend..."

I gave you the benefit of doubt in this regard. (By the way, your statement reminded me that Charles Darwin didn't want to murder God, as he once put it, but his theories and words, had they the power to actually murder God, were used to make the attempt.)

"...and it makes no difference to me."

I think that goes without saying.

it's a matter of respect and also to gauge where you stand.

Well if you want to take the high road... I don't have to respect your God, just you, which I will. You may not see the difference, but there is a difference. I don't believe your God exists. Do you respect pagan gods? Or Zeus? If I was a believer in the Norse god of Thor, would you pay respects to him? And do not lie, you wouldn't.

This is a debate on evolution vs creationism. Part of a debate is poking holes in the other side's theories. Many creationists, when engaged in this debate, will claim that evolutionists are bashing their religion. It is fundamental in attempting to learn from and 'win' a debate to make intellectual attacks on the other side. Do not join the debate if it hurts your feelings when a member of the opposing side attacks your theories...