Theists are Insecure

[Shell B]

Believe what you wish, and perhaps spend some more time re-reading what I actually said. I'm afraid you've missed the forest for the trees.

Let's take a look at the forest then, shall we?

Exchange the word theists with atheists and the word atheists with theists in your OP and nothing changes.

Wait, is that you saying his insult works both ways just before going on to preach tolerance and acting like insults are horrible? Wait? If the OP is an insult and you turn that insult on atheists aren't you just as bad as you perceive the OP to be?

Tolerance is so under appreciated, and it's quite sad to see it everyday on this forum.

I'm going to assume you meant intolerance and go with, "What do you expect from a forum that invites all kinds of theists?" Theists aren't exactly the picture of tolerance. You have to remember, tolerance is not always a good thing. Should we tolerate hate? You're not tolerating the OP's post. Is that sad?

A belief does not make one individual better than another.

Not necessarily. Besides, that is a strawman. The OP never said athiests are better than theists. The point was made that theists use religion as a security blanket.

I'm constantly baffled by the utter arrogance of most on this forum

Gosh, that looks like intolerance and hubris. Are you sure you want to keep that up? Being contradictory in a single post is not exactly taking the high road, pal.

not all theists are 'retards, morons, etc.' and I find that language to be completely horrendous.

Yes, they are far worse insults than "arrogant." An insult is an insult. I really hate it when people do that. It's like saying, "Don't call people retards, idiot." Yeah, awesome.

This isn't a discussion, nor a debate, this is blatant disregard for the emotions and personal beliefs of others.

And? Is there are rule against hurting people's feelings?

There is a distinct difference between discussing the topic of religion with someone who is open to it, and going around proclaiming that everyone who holds a certain belief is stupid and beyond help.

Look! Another strawman.

Get over yourself and learn some humility, please.

And my favorite. Take your own advice. A simple, "I'm not sure that is the nicest thing to say and I disagree for *insert reasons here*" would have served you much better.