Former Atheist Explains How Rationality, Not Emotion, Encourages Religious Belief
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“Today’s atheists insist that religion and Christianity are necessary because they provide the emotional crutch for difficult times. But Lewis’ journey provides a different picture. Who do you think is right?” - Intellectual Takeout
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Atheist Minister Keeps Position After Confidential Settlement With United Church of Canada
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“A United Church of Canada minister who declared that she doesn’t believe in God will be allowed to keep her position after reaching an agreement with church officials.” - Christian Post
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The Despair of Stephen Hawking's Inconsistencies
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“Alas, in his final book, Brief Answers to the Big Questions, he puts out the fire. There’s no God, afterlife, heaven or point. No, wait. There is a point. It’s really exciting to contemplate the great mystery of … um… nothing very much.” - Intellectual Takeout
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Atheist Community Complains that Too Many Atheists Embracing ‘Troubling’ Morals
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“Sin is too deeply embedded in every human being to yield to a mere correct set of opinions, program of moral improvement, or strength of will.” Intellectual Takeout
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New study shows number of American atheists underreported
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“[T]he real number of American atheists may be as high as 26 percent, according to psychologists Will Gervais and Maxine Najle.” RNS
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Atheists Are More Likely to Believe in Aliens. Why?
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“Routledge explains that those who believe in aliens have a common thread: they’re non-religious or out-right atheists. Routledge goes on to ponder the strange significance of this finding”
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Once identified as atheist, Mark Zuckerberg says 'I believe religion is very important'
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“I was raised Jewish and then I went through a period where I questioned things, but now I believe religion is very important.”
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Marco Rubio’s Inspiring, Honest Answer to an Atheist’s Challenge
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“Rubio’s presentation of his beliefs — beliefs that I share — was winsome, compassionate, and — above all — true.” National Review
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