Why do atheists.....?
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They hang out in the "Religion & Spirituality" section just in case there is a GOD.  Then they can get a clue how to be blessed.  Why else would someone spend so much time, energy and profanity in our section, when they could get acceptance in the "Mythology" section or in the "Science" section?  "Me thinketh that they protesteth too much."
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Sigh...this is the sort of thing that makes me twitch.  Okay, here goes:\n\nAn atheist believes that there is a logical contradiction inherent in the idea of a/the God.  Because it is otherwise impossible to prove that something doesn't exist (for example, try to prove that there is now or never was any such thing as a unicorn), atheists hold that the idea of God is logically impossible.  Atheism is usually opposed to the traditional omniscient, omnipotent, omnibenevolent God of monotheists.  In other words, atheists find it impossible to believe that a being can be all-knowing, all-powerful and all good at the same time.  They usually cite something like the problem of pain.  (If God is all-good and all-powerful, how can He let bad things happen?)\n\nI realize that there are atheists that are complete materialists and reject the idea of anything that can't be perceived through the senses.  However, usual usage of the term "atheist" is one who doesn't believe in the Christian/Muslim/Jewish God.  (Let's be honest:  how often do you see atheists and Hindus duking it out?)\n\nAs for agnostics, there are two kinds:  1) those who think that it is impossible to know if God exists and 2) those who think it is possible, but aren't convinced one way or the other.\n\nHere is an example to clarify.  You're walking down the road, and a big light from the sky suddenly shines on you.  You hear your name and are told to repent.  Would you acknowledge the possibility that you had just witnessed a miracle, or would you immediately assume that you've done one too many acid trips?\n\nThe 2) kind of agnostic would believe that it is possible and that it might even be the proof they were looking for.  The 1) kind of agnostic would lay off the drugs for a while; he doesn't believe that a God, even if He/She/It exists, can interfere in such a way in human affairs.\n\nI realize that this might not be the simple answer you were looking for.\n\nThe quick answer is that atheists say no and that agnostics say maybe.\n\nSome agnostics are convinceable, and some are not.
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If showing them that it is impossible for us to be alive without God, and that God's creation obviously points to a Creator doesn't work, then all you can really do is pray for God to open their eyes. Keep working on them until they either completely refuse to listen, or until they finally realize there is a God. Just keep praying! \n\nAlso keep reading God's Word. Sometimes when you are reading the Bible, God will show something to you that you never noticed before. If you pray about it, He may show you a new way to prove that He exists to that atheist. Just do right, read your Bible, and pray!\n\nI hope God opens the door to lead that atheist to Him. When he finally realizes that God exists, then you should be able to lead him to Christ. God bless!
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The atheists that I have sparred with on YA do not lie. I think atheists are just naturally tied to the physical world that they can confirm with their senses. The living God dwells in eternity which is beyond the physical. He has revealed Himself in scripture, but if you read with the attitude of not caring to find Him, He will not reveal Himself. It is very difficult for the atheist to accept the idea of God, so science is their key to understanding. Unfortunately, like all things physical... it will come to an end. And therein lies the rub. They must come up with a doctrine to explain the hereafter, and that can be quite disquieting.
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Atheists are intelligent. Intelligent people use computers. Computer users are often found on the Internet. Therefore, you're likely to meet a lot of atheists on the Internet.\n\nAlso, on the Internet nobody can back away from you, or tell you that you're no longer welcome at their social gatherings, or forbid their kids to play with your kids, just because they've learned what you really believe (or don't believe). These things happen to atheists every day; and I for one am relieved to have an outlet like Y!Answers where I don't have to worry about such things.
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God made himself evident in creation, only a fool says "there is no God"..truth be told the atheist do believe there is a God or at one time had, they turned their back on him for one reason or another. BTW Satan believes there is a God too and he shudders. Now you know
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Because atheists hate that others see the truth of GOD through faith.\n\nAtheists can't see that through GOD always being on their mind is proof that GOD exists,they choose to be blind.
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I don't think all atheists share any beliefs.\n\nHowever, there are atheists who like to hang out on religion forums on the internet and "preach" for atheism with a fervor worthy of any Christian Fundie.
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Most atheist are like a lot of evolutionist. Their mind is made up before they investigate. They refuse to look at any contrary factual evidence against their belief. They will only engage in debate with people who don't know what they are talking about. Its almost as though they are saying: 'don't confuse me with the facts-my mind is already made up'.
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Your right, because even when atheists are in pain they call out "OH GOD!" if they don't believe in God, why do they subconsciously call out for him when they are in pain or when they need help?
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I think atheists are often a little defensive when it comes to topics of religion, because they're so often nagged to 'convert' to others' point of view... They may also be a little fed up with so many people reminding them that they're going to die because they don't believe, etc..\n\n...I know I don't appreciate being reminded of those types of 'facts.'
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I can more than understand your frustrations with your fellow christians.  I get a tad frustrated with other atheists / agnostics when they jump down christians' throats.  But I am starting to just let it go and not get too heavily involved, if at all---there will always be a few christians and a few atheists/agnostics who will continue this eternal throat-jumping sport.  \n\nLet them.  I try hard not to listen (or read) to the christians proselytizing harshly anymore and I stop listening to the atheists/agnostics once they start name-calling or putting each other down.  I just don't listen and skip over the answers that involves name-calling, putting-down or proselytizing. \n\nSimple as that---stop reading, stop listening.  I just let others know that not all christians or atheists/agnostics are like that to those who are worried or wondering why, like you just did.  :-)   *hug*
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It's frustrating at times, but it's also an opportunity. \n\nWhy would they be here if on some level they weren't searching for something?\n\nAnd if they really are just making fun because they can, it sort of undermines the whole "atheists are more moral than Christians" angle they're working.\n\nLet the wheat and the tares grow up together, right?
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I don't get why atheists come to the religion category either! What do they care if we believe? I think ppl who do not have the comfort of a religious life r envious of those who do. In their bitterness, they attack.
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"Atheists want everyone to be atheists"\n\nThat's not entirely true.  Atheists are fine with people observing their faith.  What they DON'T want is for fairy tales to be taught in school, and illogical laws and bad legislation enacted for no reason other than "it's what Jesus would have wanted".
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an atheist does not beleive in the concept of a God.\n\nan agnostic thinks there may be a God, and is intelligent enough to admit that no man-made religion knows what God is, nor is he, the agnostic, wise enough to define or understand God.\n\nif only people were intelligent enough to acknowledge that, and not need a crutch like religion to get through life.
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if they are really atheist they don't\n\ni bet if we peeled away the skin of these atheist that watch the peanuts Christmas special we could find some Love of the Lord under it!\n\nwe'd have to boil them in oil first, before peeling the skin, but I'm all for doing it if ya wanna try an experiment!