G Unit

[Red Giant]

Do you believe in God?
Why do you believe as you believe?
Are you religious, or is your belief more of an abstract philosophy that doesn't have a holy book, or neither?
How much merit do you grant your holy book, if you have one? How does your belief affect your life?
Is your belief strong, or are you nearer the fence?
Are you active in your belief or is it as much a part of your life as your personal preference in sock colour?
Have your beliefs changed through the course of your life- and if so, why and how? What moral concepts do your beliefs lead you to- if any?

Personally, I am an atheist, which is to say, I lack a belief in God. This is different from believing there is no God, if you understand what I mean. My life has been quite unspiritual really, I have pretty much been an atheist/agnostic for the entirety of it, and have simply slid further to the non-belief side of the issue as time has gone by. I don't really know what it's like to be a person of faith- or how that might affect one's life- so any new knowledge I can gain would be just peachy.
From what I've heard, atheists are not well liked in the US, heh, don't rip me to shreds. The religious climate is quite mellow in the UK. Sure, there are plenty who attend church, but I wouldn't say that many of them were strong believers, it's more of a cultural/social thing for most. Hell, I've seen english priests admit to being agnostic. PRIESTS.

[Archem]

I've said this one a few dozen times before, so I'll just copy & paste it like I've done the last dozen times.

"I'm technically Catholic. Better add to that that I'm the worst Catholic ever. I believe in God, I believe that religion is used as a way to apply a set of moral standards and to help bring us above violent, lawless masses, but I also disbelieve in most of the teachings of the church. Corruption has a heavy hand in religion, and even if not today, then in the past, where none questioned the many "modifications" to the Bible.
I'm also not stupid. I believe in natural selection and evolution, and I don't believe that religion is grounds to create holy wars and conflicts. I feel like starting a new religion where the basics of religion are used, and where irrational thoughts are vetoed from the future iterations of my religion. God created us, and God let things go from there. Not much else to it, evolution can be counted as part of intelligent design, morality is a thing for all people, and faith keeps us from falling into a state of panic. And in the end, believing in God is insurance: If he doesn't exist, my ideal religion means you haven't wasted opportunities worshiping him, but if he's real, then on to heaven you go. I'm also set to either believe or disbelieve in God once enough solid proof is provided, but that hasn't happened, and I doubt it ever will happen.
In the end religion, whether worthwhile or not, was still made to give the faithless faith, the hopeless hope, and the immoral a set of decency. I'm in religion mostly for what it provides, rather than buying a stairway to heaven. Plus, it gives me peace of mind to know that something's helping out our pathetic race from falling apart, even if in ideas only."

At least my views can be agreed upon by most groups, even if only in parts.

[Fortet]

Holy ****! When'd you get back, RG?
Anyways, yes, I do believe in God.
Don't feel I have to explain myself.
Live with it

[Apex]

Atheist.

Hey Red, what brings you around?

[ZeroKirbyX]

Originally posted by Archem2
I've said this one a few dozen times before, so I'll just copy & paste it like I've done the last dozen times.

"I'm technically Catholic. Better add to that that I'm the worst Catholic ever. I believe in God, I believe that religion is used as a way to apply a set of moral standards and to help bring us above violent, lawless masses, but I also disbelieve in most of the teachings of the church. Corruption has a heavy hand in religion, and even if not today, then in the past, where none questioned the many "modifications" to the Bible.
I'm also not stupid. I believe in natural selection and evolution, and I don't believe that religion is grounds to create holy wars and conflicts. I feel like starting a new religion where the basics of religion are used, and where irrational thoughts are vetoed from the future iterations of my religion. God created us, and God let things go from there. Not much else to it, evolution can be counted as part of intelligent design, morality is a thing for all people, and faith keeps us from falling into a state of panic. And in the end, believing in God is insurance: If he doesn't exist, my ideal religion means you haven't wasted opportunities worshiping him, but if he's real, then on to heaven you go. I'm also set to either believe or disbelieve in God once enough solid proof is provided, but that hasn't happened, and I doubt it ever will happen.
In the end religion, whether worthwhile or not, was still made to give the faithless faith, the hopeless hope, and the immoral a set of decency. I'm in religion mostly for what it provides, rather than buying a stairway to heaven. Plus, it gives me peace of mind to know that something's helping out our pathetic race from falling apart, even if in ideas only."

At least my views can be agreed upon by most groups, even if only in parts.

Same exact thing here.

[WarxePB]

It's my belief that science and religion are not fundamentally different - both explain how the world works, just using different methods. That doesn't mean I don't believe in some sort of higher power - the universe had to come from somewhere. But I agree with Archem - Catholicism is far too corrupt, even in this day and age, for my liking.

[Darkfox]

G Unit? Isn't that what Pop yelled around about so many years ago. He was like "im G Unit!"

Isn't that some rap or pop band? <_<

[Red Giant]

Originally posted by Apex
Atheist.

Hey Red, what brings you around?

When I heard that different moderatorth had different uthername colourth, I thimply *had* to thee it for mythelf.

Originally posted by Darkfox
G Unit? Isn't that what Pop yelled around about so many years ago. He was like "im G Unit!"

Isn't that some rap or pop band? <_<

For the good of your soul, never, ever find out.

[Darkfox]

Well I'm sure if Pop is in it, I would imagine not. I bet his "Goblin" friend is into it too. XD Ah... memories.

Edit: I too have a dislike for most aethiests. For my personal reasons. They are usually the arrogant jerks on some forums that jump at every religious... even slightly related... topic to say "UR RELIGION SUCKS LOLOLOLOL GOD DUN EXIST" and they type a lot like that too. And I just think how stupid they sound having no logical merit to their messages. Just like they are doing it just to be a troll and start a flame. Sheesh...

I am honestly Christian, if anybody has a problem with that bite me! I have been for as long as I can remember. Maybe I'm somtimes not a good example of it but I try to be at least moral or humane about issues. I can't quite imagine everything being circumstantial. It makes much less sense than religion. Things just... boom and it is there. Life is not boom and it is there. Life is boom and it is GONE. XD But in any case I think it has served me a purpose. Another way of thinking than by some silly fate or "thats life". I'm open to possibilities if they aren't somthing too silly. And I am a very spontainious thinker. It holds linking to my belief because I am open but not too open.

I'll just end my rant there.

[ZeroKirbyX]

I agree, many athiests I know are a lot more agressive with their methods than any others. My biggest problem though is how it's almost stylish to be an athiest right now.

[Red Giant]

I say, your username is nigh invisible! The black on navy does give an ominous sense of authority though. I've already wet myself!

Edit: Uh, this is directed at darkfox, if there's any confusion. Damn you ZeroKirby for your fast response skill! DAMN YOU!

[aboutasoandthis]

That aside, I'm not against aethists. I'm against people who think it's cool to be against a monotheistic religion.

[Red Giant]

Originally posted by aboutasoandthis
That aside, I'm not against aethists. I'm against people who think it's cool to be against a monotheistic religion.

Man, forget you squares. If you need me I'll be worshipping Zeus. I have a reputation to keep.

[Archem]

Originally posted by aboutasoandthis
Bows to Archem and Darkfox Saying "I'm Not Worthy"

Yeah, I get that kind of response a lot when I rant. Check the rant thread for proof.

[Apex]

Being atheist is "cool" and "hip'? That's pathetic, there are people who would damn themselves and deny their religion for a piece of spotlight? Whatever happened to being atheist because you don't beleive your the product of some super being?