When it comes to professional connections, its inappropriate for them to be asking it. I would conscious free tell them whatever they want to hear on that front, bearing in mind though --- do you then want to spend months immersed in such an environment? In the relationship realm though, ethics aside - it would simply be exhausting to have to be constantly lying about such fundamental things in a relationship. If the purpose is just a purely transitory physical hook-up kind of relationship? Maybe. But if romance is concerned? No way.

It must suck to be older, for me because so many people under 30 are Atheist or agnostic it's a lot easier, and most people who are Christian are open to the idea of giving up religion.

The demographic shift is critical.

Have you considered dating women half your age?

Here’s an example I used yesterday for the “Christians” who say they will no longer eat Chick-Fil-A after their announcement yesterday.

Ive chosen the path of honesty, My partner is very religious and we agreed that we would just love each other regardless if religion helps her get through the day then good for her. Also I let all who ask that I am an atheist and if bothers them then we do not need to be friends. Belief or non belief should always be a personal choice.

If you study the biblical text you would be about to point out that *with out debate of truth or fiction of Jesus character) the text indicates that Jesus is Lucifer the devil. You can point this out to people and tell them to quit being devil worshippers supporting the Masonic lodge secret religion racist devil worshippers and their establushment of the mark of the beast 666 began by requiring birth certificate, social security number, and photo identification in furtherance of the "religious " requirements of the biblical text.

1. Its against company policy to discuss religion and politics because we need to focus on your retirement or financial plan. If pressed lie.
2. Some people throw the “god” word (OMG, thank god ....) around, but aren’t all that religious. Look at her actual behavior - does she go to church regularly; smoke, drink, or do drugs; engage in other activities that the church considers a sin?

1. Trends as they currently are in the US, if you announce that you are secular (I don't think the public is ready for "Atheist" yet), that would be truthful without necessarily rejecting their religious choices. If they ask further, just say you believe in the separation of church and business. In the long term, I think this approach will net more new business than lost business.

2. I would gently remind her, "You know I'm an atheist, right?" and see what happens next. If you try to be anything but honest, then she develops a relationship with the person she thinks you are ... which is someone else and kinda misses the whole point.... right??

#1 Ugh, what obnoxious, horrible clients! I guess I would go with "I prefer to keep my religious views private. Thank you." Even if I WERE a 'saved' person, I would find that egregiously invasive. THIS is why I hate religious people. I got into a 'debate' at a flea market when some jackoff started this - but I totally get that this is your job, not just some loony at a flea market.

#2 Is she just saying these as expressions? I say these things all the time, even though I am atheist/agnostic. When I leave work on the weekend, I always say "See ya Monday, god willing!" as a kinda joke. I also say "bless you" to sneezers lol I was at an atheist meeting and we were all kinda laughing about this topic, i.e. how often we use 'god'
I think it's no big deal, but that's just me.

To the first question. I would say to them, I do not mix work with personal matters. If they insist on an answer. I would tell them the truth. For honesty is the most important thing. I have dealt with this on a few occasions. I've lost customer and I have gained respect and kept them. Just be true to yourself. On the relationship. I would to her the truth. If you really care about her it's a nice brainier.

I’ve done a stint working for a Christian organisation and found it conflicted with my belief system, especially being told I couldn’t tell young people all their options about unplanned pregnancy. I wouldn’t work for one by choice again.
What kind of relationship is going to grow well if it’s not based on honesty, at least on the fundamentals? I’d be asking about religion, and sharing my view if they ask, (possibly veto- ing the potential relationship if they didn’t) on the second or third relationship
But I get some areas of America are totally different and before being shut out of your community there’s probably a bit more preparation to be done.
Reading down it seems like you’ve decided on your plan of action; I’d be interested to know what phrase you use on the Christians in case I ever have to visit

Usually unless I'm feeling extremely charitable I will be honest