Four questions for Christians

[Silver]

the fear of death need not exist.

I agree. I am perfectly fine with knowing that there is nothing after I die. That is the difference between me and you. I do not need to rely upon religion to ensure a peace of mind while I am alive in regards to what awaits after death. Those who truly fear the unknown, not knowing what awaits after death, have created for themselves an afterlife where their existence continues. Theists fear death, plain and simple. Fear is, in fact, one of the driving forces behind faith. The other is comfort, comfort in knowing that something awaits after death.

Fear and comfort are the theist's best friends in the face of rationality. Sadly.