The Intersection of Faith and Doubt: finding common ground.

[XK9_Knight]

You'd have got off to a better start without the presumption that we'll be bastards to you.

“Bastards” is such a strong word, perhaps “unsympathetic” is more accurate. Like I said, I remain “stony-faced”…

I’m not offended by being called “superstitious,” it’s just what seems to pop up in conversations with atheists. And who could blame them? We’re discussing things on opposite ends of an intellectual spectrum.

Secondly, I believe a little self-deprecation is appropriate.

It would be a bit odd if there wasn't a single thing we agree on. Our theist visitors don't usually come here seeking conversation with atheists on things we might agree on though, unless they're searching for a 'gotcha!'. Hopefully, that's not you.

Oh dammit, you got me! :p

Seriously though, I think what Losty had to say was quite apt.

… I think most people believe and desire the same things in life.

I think there are many things, Mister Agenda, which you and I would agree on; I’m sure we’d agree that football and chocolate are awesome!
(and if you don’t agree we can’t be friends)
(But I might be willing to overlook that defect because you seem like a cool person)

But how can I connect with people like yourself on a level that’s about something more than just the superficial? I’d like to explore that.