[MitchellC]

But to the theist, there is a universal standard that can legitimately be applied to others - and by which he likely believes will ultimately be applied to him.

[ThinkDifferent]

But to the theist, there is a universal standard that can legitimately be applied to others

But *which* universal standard? Suppose I'm looking at two books, both of which are claimed to be the Word of God. One says "love your neighbors", the other says "kill the infidels". Do I just flip a coin?

[BikerNYC]

Legitimately?

Just because any particular theist believes his moral code can be applied to others doesn't mean he hasn't decided that he prefers (or likes) his code more than any other. It's still a matter of preference.