You'd think that the christian variety of supernaturalist would be honored that the scientific community uses a version of their dating system rather than another of the thousands of arbitrary and temporary dating systems available.
"You'd think that the christian variety of supernaturalist would be honored that the scientific community uses a version of their dating system rather than another of the thousands of arbitrary and temporary dating systems available."
True enough. Dating has to have a zero point, and a widely-accepted one is a pretty good choice. However, it needn't mention Jesus to be useful.
Of course China, Israel, and the world of Islam have their own calendar systems. Christianity dominates, however, so BCE and CE work just fine, internationally.
Except for the fact that they use it, then pretend it really isn't based on their dating system.
Kind of like me citing an article you wrote and denying you were the author. But, hey, you should be honored that I cited your article.