From one southern boy to another, thank you! I stick very closely to my guns (figurative and literal), but I am very aggressive when it comes to discussion about religion. My commentary is more a self-flaggelation for even bringing it up, as I knew it would raise someone's hackles.
Believe me... I ignore a LOT of people. My mother taught to "sort out the bullsh!t," and apply what's useful. My beliefs are FIRMLY ingrained, and in many ways I believe that's why I've failed in relationships. Trying to change someone is not on my agenda, but it seems to be part 1 of every girlfriend I've ever had.