When I was a Christian in my late teens I recall a discussion about the nature of faith. There was general agreement from those who 'knew' that it was a gift from god.
I was thinking about this earlier and I looked up a few bits in the Bible including this from Romans 12:3 which says " ... God has allotted to each a measure of faith.” Faith is not therefore a personal quality or something to work at, but rather a gift from god.
So - let's get this straight guys - god hates atheists so much he decided not to give any of us the gift of faith....
Non no no nononono... You were a Christian, therefore you had the gift, but you chose to give it away. It's only those who were born as atheists who either weren't given the gift, or who've left it in its box.
Thinking Aloud wrote:Non no no nononono... You were a Christian, therefore you had the gift, but you chose to give it away. It's only those who were born as atheists who either weren't given the gift, or who've left it in its box.
About me: I have prehensile eyebrows. I speak 9 languages fluently, one of which other people can also speak. When backed into a corner, I fit perfectly - having a right-angled arse.
I don't remember putting any faith on my Amazon wish list...
A book is a version of the world. If you do not like it, ignore it; or offer your own version in return. Salman Rushdie You talk to God, you're religious. God talks to you, you're psychotic. House MD Who needs a meaning anyway, I'd settle anyday for a very fine view. Sandy Denny This is the wrong forum for bluffing Paco Yes, yes. But first I need to show you this venomous fish! Calilasseia I think we should do whatever Pawiz wants. Twoflower Bella squats momentarily then waddles on still peeing, like a horse Millefleur
About me: Being your slave, what should I do but tend Upon the hours and times of your desire? I have no precious time at all to spend, Nor services to do, till you require.
Thinking Aloud wrote:Non no no nononono... You were a Christian, therefore you had the gift, but you chose to give it away. It's only those who were born as atheists who either weren't given the gift, or who've left it in its box.
Damn, now where did I put that box...?
"...anyone who says it’s “just the Internet” can . And then when they come back, they can again." - Tigger
Thinking Aloud wrote:Non no no nononono... You were a Christian, therefore you had the gift, but you chose to give it away. It's only those who were born as atheists who either weren't given the gift, or who've left it in its box.
Never had it, never needed it, never wanted it.
Ein Ubootsoldat wrote:“Ich melde mich ab. Grüssen Sie bitte meine Kameraden.”
Thinking Aloud wrote:Non no no nononono... You were a Christian, therefore you had the gift, but you chose to give it away. It's only those who were born as atheists who either weren't given the gift, or who've left it in its box.
Thinking Aloud wrote:Non no no nononono... You were a Christian, therefore you had the gift, but you chose to give it away. It's only those who were born as atheists who either weren't given the gift, or who've left it in its box.
Never had it, never needed it, never wanted it.
In denial, you are.
Actually, I'm completely dry and there are no pyramids anywhere near here.
Ein Ubootsoldat wrote:“Ich melde mich ab. Grüssen Sie bitte meine Kameraden.”
. And then when they come back, they can
