Quote: Just because somebody says they witnessed some dude performing magic, does not mean that dude really performed magic, even if you can completely prove that the witness was actually writing about a real man.
True, but it is also possible that it did actually happen. How can you say it is not possible?
Quote: I'm simply saying that there is no need for a god as far as I can tell.
I completely agree with you. I am also an atheist. I just believe that Christianity is possible, not likely, but possible.
I would say that you are the one not getting it. You are saying that the universe could have always existed, which it could have, but god(s) also could have always existed. I am merely wanting you to admit this possibility. If a universe did not need creating, why could god(s) not need creating either?
"God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8).
"Always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you" (1 Peter 3:15).
"Always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you" (1 Peter 3:15).
