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# Catholics up 6.1% from 2006
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Thats a surprising jump.
'000
2006
5126.9
2011
5439.2
Why did I have to mention Australia?....
Anyway, it seems the stats office overt there agrees with me!
(October 10, 2012 at 9:06 pm)ronedee Wrote:
(October 10, 2012 at 7:25 pm)Lion IRC Wrote: DID YOU SEE H....how Darkstar played the "we dont need God to be good" card ronedee?
I never understood how atheists can really make that assertion.
People behave differently when they know (or think) they are being watched. The threat of punishment is a very real deterrent.
Moreover, the threat of punishment is societies way of publically ''directing traffic'' in relation to behaviour.
If immoral human behaviour is unaffected/uninfluenced by the knowledge that such behaviour may be or is being watched, why on earth
do we have plain-clothed (undercover) law enforcement personnel? Why bother using unmarked police cars? Why this?
Unfortunately there is nothing but closed minds here! They accuse me of the same old, same old. But all I've heard is mostly attacks and assumptions.
The only one who has actually anything construtive to say is a cut & paste freak!
I was going to layout a uniquely different view of Christianity thru creation, but this is the classic pearls at swine scenario! Why waste a single breathe when absolutely no one gives a ratz ass? Except for folly and sadistic purposes.
I've always said: Christians are smart. Agnostics are intelligent. And Atheists are just stupid. It's ultimately akin to sticking your head in the sand and hoping you don't get kicked in the ass!
There's a world of things we don't know about...But to just write off one of the most revered from the beginning.... and of all time..... is just plain dumb!
A's Motto: "I see, I do, I say, I think what I WANT, therefore I don't believe in God!"
That would be a good sign to hang on the door here! It would keep the riff-raff like us "xtians" out of their hair!
OK my good little piranha friends, start tearing up each line for me...and tell me what I REALLY MEAN!
For some reason, I get the feeling this guy is just trolling. Only replying to whoever pulls his chain and never replying to any civilized conversation.
I give up on him.
Most people don't miss a chance to make themselves appear insulted and offended when one presents itself, and in the case of religionists, changing the focus of the conversation to the "I'm being prosecuted" mode.
You can make a great argument, but if you end it with "fucktard" or "Idiot", they will focus in that simple word.
October 11, 2012 at 6:49 am (This post was last modified: October 11, 2012 at 6:49 am by Lion IRC.)
(October 10, 2012 at 9:42 pm)festive1 Wrote:
(October 10, 2012 at 9:39 pm)teaearlgreyhot Wrote: Has anyone else noticed that some of the post titles in this thread have "fuck" and others have "fxxx"? Weird.
Because god is watching... One would think an omnipotent being would know that "fxxx" means you wanna say "fuck." If he's gonna get you for the thought crime, just go ahead and say FUCK!!
Edited: Bizarre... I thought you were referring to some not using the f-word... but it is indeed the titles... weird...
Oh yeah...I suppose we could make it a thingy and fixate on peoples use of expletives. Please continue your lecture.
The "C" word is pretty inflammatory in certain Atheist communities at the moment (and Australian politics.)
How about you show off and say that word a few dozen times too!
(October 10, 2012 at 9:42 pm)festive1 Wrote: Because god is watching... One would think an omnipotent being would know that "fxxx" means you wanna say "fuck." If he's gonna get you for the thought crime, just go ahead and say FUCK!!
Edited: Bizarre... I thought you were referring to some not using the f-word... but it is indeed the titles... weird...
Oh yeah...I suppose we could make it a thingy and fixate on peoples use of expletives. Please continue your lecture.
The "C" word is pretty inflammatory in certain Atheist communities at the moment (and Australian politics.)
How about you show off and say that word a few dozen times too!
Then everyone can applaud.
I would rather fixate on your incorrect information that you have stated you got from the ABS but have not provided a link. You get caught out either making a mistake or lying and you want to talk about swear words. Nice avoidance. Admit your mistake or confess your lie. If you can't do that then I will have to assume what you write can be classed as bullshit( Oh fuck I just swore, god damn it I am a dickhead(for balance cunthead) sometimes).
Lion IRC Wrote:Was it Eric Kaufmann who said the contraceptive pill is like cyanide for atheism?
Right, because breeding and brainwashing children is an appropriate way to spread your religion. I suppose that if your statement above is true, then information and education could be said to be cyanide for theists.
Even if the open windows of science at first make us shiver after the cozy indoor warmth of traditional humanizing myths, in the end the fresh air brings vigor, and the great spaces have a splendor of their own - Bertrand Russell
LOL! With all the "poop" hurled at me for just being here...now I'm supposed to be civil and un-troll like!
As for writing the "F" word in our responses... I, for one don't frequent many sites where I can use the word: FUCK! So it's a habit!
And POCARACAS.... If you read my original posts you would know what I actually said.
I did say from the beginning that I was looking for open minded people of any pursuation for intelligent conversation about ideas, and concepts about creation and Christianity. But all I've received is a barrage of insults, twisting and dissection of my words which has brought out the bad side of me!
It does say: CHRISTIANITY on this sub-forum...right?
I don't feel that anyone here is really interested in challenging themselves with new concepts. I've challenged people in my own religion...and myself with MANY ideas....It's how I learn and grow! Also, I'm not used to being kicked around verbally, about things people THINK I said, or that I IMPLIED!!! What's that shit all about?! That is frustrating.
I realize that a "newbie" anywhere has to endure the "rub"....and I'm trying to survive it to show my good intentions. But you're making it unpleasant to say the least.
You all say I have nothing new to bring to the table...LOL...I haven't even had a chance to say anything!!
I could be thumping the bible and CAPPING scripture at you! Would that work better than just conversing?
If this is the way it will go...Keep it up and I'll leave. But remember, there's always something to be learn from each other, no matter what our individual beliefs are. I'm open to your "rational" ideas!
Not because I want to change my Faith! But to the contrary! I want all the re-enforcement there is by: "challenging" my ideas from intelligent people who can articulate their opposite stance! It's healthy!
If this makes no sense to you, then I am indeed in the wrong place...intellectually!
ronedee Wrote:You all say I have nothing new to bring to the table...LOL...I haven't even had a chance to say anything!!
Who or what has prevented you from speaking?
Even if the open windows of science at first make us shiver after the cozy indoor warmth of traditional humanizing myths, in the end the fresh air brings vigor, and the great spaces have a splendor of their own - Bertrand Russell
(October 11, 2012 at 2:21 pm)ronedee Wrote: LOL! With all the "poop" hurled at me for just being here...now I'm supposed to be civil and un-troll like!
rondee Wrote:I did say from the beginning that I was looking for open minded people of any pursuation for intelligent conversation about ideas, and concepts about creation and Christianity.
Apparently you lied.
rondee Wrote:But all I've received is a barrage of insults, twisting and dissection of my words which has brought out the bad side of me!
Twisting back into their proper shapes, which you distorted, yes.
rondee Wrote:It does say: CHRISTIANITY on this sub-forum...right?
...so?
rondee Wrote:I don't feel that anyone here is really interested in challenging themselves with new concepts. I've challenged people in my own religion...and myself with MANY ideas....It's how I learn and grow! Also, I'm not used to being kicked around verbally, about things people THINK I said, or that I IMPLIED!!! What's that shit all about?! That is frustrating.
All christians are evil. That implies you are evil. Sure, it didn't say it flat out, but one can draw conclusions, yes? (Disclaimer: I do not endorse the first sentence)
John Adams Wrote:The Government of the United States of America is not, in any sense, founded on the Christian religion.