I haven't had that experience, but I can relate to dealing with "nosey" people with uninvited opinions. It's probably best that you all left to avoid escalation (alcohol and confrontational disagreement doesn't mix well).

Not exactly, and I hope your friends showed some courage...no chair throwing or anything like that, but surely.....?

No, that's just rude on two counts, saying rude things and jumping into a conversation they were not invited to.

True friends don't belittle you or insult you.

So what are your thoughts on the subject?

Welcome back... don't be a stranger. I try to ignore as much as possible religion and gods because I try to make it a dead subject inside of me at least. Ignorance, religion, bar, drinking never a good mixture. And even when you are in full control of your senses... you can't control the maniac at the other side of the argument. Good Luck.

Nope not me, you must live in the USA. lots of bible thumpers live there. I hope one day things change for you all.