One thing that makes me scratch my head are those who believe what they believe simply because that is what they were taught to believe, rather than doing the soul searching to find what really calls to them.
If they are on in the same, so be it.
Well said. I happen to be a Christian, but I am constantly trying to examine my faith. I do recognize that it IS faith, and not objective knowledge. This tempers any arrogance or condescension I might otherwise have, because if someone questions me, ultimately I have to acknowledge that the basis for what I believe and practice as a Christian is largely and ultimately based on faith. That said, I do believe that there is evidence of God’s existence all around, and that science contains more than enough gaps in what it explains to leave PLENTY of room for God’s existence. I believe in Jesus Christ, His life and His resurrection after death, for which I believe there is a credible historical record.
And, of course, I believe that what I believe is correct, and that those who don’t believe as I do are wrong. If I believed otherwise, I would believe THEM, but then I would believe that THAT was correct and others were wrong. Who in the world believes something they think is wrong? But, as I said, this is what *I* believe, and I understand that others do not believe as I do. I may try to convince them, but I have no reason to attack, berate or belittle anyone who disagrees. I expect the same kind of respect in return, but I am prepared to handle condescension and attacks by those who disagree...