My friend, you have been very reasonalbe, even when knowing my views are totally inconsistent with yours. For that I thank you.
We are not going to agree, but I have no interest in changing your views. I do not believe in a deity of any kind, and certainly to no accept the authority of Scripture, though I am a long time student of that most interesting book, (or should say books) in both Hebrew and Greek, and as my main interest in life is philosophy, have a life long interest and study of theology, as well.
Though I do not believe in a God, I have great respect for those who do, because they at least believe in absolute principles and know there is something worth revering in this world, and on that we agree.
With that I’ll conclude my discussion with you, my friend. My your beliefs provide you all the strength and inspiration you look for in it.
Hank
Thank you for your charitable response, and may you find the Author of life and law.