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Any advice on how to date or marry a believer?

KellyC comments on Sep 4, 2017:

It's probably difficult, especially if one is very religious.

SonnyMlaPH replies on Sep 19, 2017:

difficult, yes, until you try . . . we all have this "gentle persuasion" inside of us

Any advice on how to date or marry a believer?

williamh31980 comments on Sep 6, 2017:

not really advice but my current wife was a "believer" but luckily for me, her faith was wavering. Also, she was willing to hear my reasoning behind no longer believing and becoming an atheist. I presented her with scientific findings as compared to the inane ramblings found in the bible. Now she...

SonnyMlaPH replies on Sep 19, 2017:

yes bro, just keep an open mind . . . patience is a virtue

Any advice on how to date or marry a believer?

ToakReon comments on Sep 10, 2017:

With care. You have to accept that an atheist and a theist will have fundamental differences, which might cause tension.

SonnyMlaPH replies on Sep 19, 2017:

Agree! like what I said to Mr.GoodMan, good manners and right conduct never goes out of style

Any advice on how to date or marry a believer?

Atheist1 comments on Sep 13, 2017:

Don't let your heart rule your head!

SonnyMlaPH replies on Sep 19, 2017:

yes, but pls try not to be harsh . . . just like the fellow "downstairs" said "with care" . . . I agree with you Mr.ToakReon

Any advice on how to date or marry a believer?

GoodMan comments on Sep 18, 2017:

Keep an open mind, encourage the same from them, and be very patient. Be a willing listener, and an empathetic speaker. As the relationship grows, don't avoid difficult conversations, or areas of difference. Think at least three times before responding when angry. Agree not to indoctrinate the ...

SonnyMlaPH replies on Sep 19, 2017:

a good fellah . . . good manners and right conduct never goes out of style

Was there a movie or book that helped you question religion?

atheist comments on Sep 18, 2017:

'Holy Bible: Best God Damned Version' by Steve Ebling.

SonnyMlaPH replies on Sep 19, 2017:

thanks for that info. I'll try to find time to read that one. I just hope they have a free eBook available

Was there a movie or book that helped you question religion?

Penultimate comments on Sep 19, 2017:

Yes. The bible. A great NOVEL.

SonnyMlaPH replies on Sep 19, 2017:

yes, my father and I call the "Israeli Mythology" and it really has some great stories

Is there a documentary or book that really changed the way you thought about life?

DebraJill190 comments on Sep 16, 2017:

Yes! The BIBLE~~~!!!! What a load of mythical crap!!! It changed my mind in that it made me realize how gullible and desperate most people are if they believe the myths put down in the bible. The more educated we become it becomes more and more OBVIOUS this ancient tome is nothing but a ...

SonnyMlaPH replies on Sep 19, 2017:

My father, now 89 yrs old, love to say, "I wouldn't bet my life on the Bible" and I love him for that. But he considers the Holy Book of 3 major religious groups as a source of wisdom, inspiration, values and ethics. He calls the Bible the "Israeli Mythology." The Old Testament was "written" centuries before the time of Jesus. The Apostle Paul came in around, well, yes, around 300 years after and so were the Books that made up the New Testament. All of which were, I have to admit, were very well crafted even if I really haven't read them all. The stories of Nimrod, Moses and Jesus, to name a few, have parallels and so was the origin of what became the image of the Mother and Child. The constitutions and by-laws of nations were based on whatever holy book they "use" like The Bible, Torah and Koran. It was also from my father from whom I first heard that "man created God" because of man's lack of confidence and belief in himself . . . because then "there was no mass communication" - to quote a line from a song from the stage play "Jesus Christ Superstar." Btw, re songs, my favorite line is from the song "Russians" by pop/rock artist Sting, "we share the same biology regardless of ideology" and also from another rock band, Scorpions, "we live under the same sun" . . . well, just that line.

Is there such thing as a soul mate?

seekthetruth comments on Sep 15, 2017:

To begin with- what is a soul? Secondly, why does it need a mate? If our soul is some part of our spirit, personality, experiences that continues without the body, then it would seem that that part of us would be made for freedom, growth, and constant change. It is outside of physical constraints....

SonnyMlaPH replies on Sep 19, 2017:

oh boy, whew! same as what Ms.DebraJill190 said, "you lost me there fella!" . . . for me, "KISS" stands for, w/apologies to Ms.DebraJill190, Keep It Short and Simple . . . and for Ms.Lonely, yes, I agree with you comment . . . aaaaaand somebody pls tell me how to reply to a reply/comment ! ! !

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