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Atheism is still Faith

I realize the title can be somewhat inflammatory, so let me say these things at the outset.

First, I have no particular quarrel with atheists. I respect atheism as much as any other faith, and will fight tooth-and-nail for your right to make that choice yourself rather than have it forced upon you by parent, pariah, priest, or Parliament.

Second, I am in fact a Christian. I am not a young Earth creationist, or any of the labels you might be familiar with as "standards." My faith is mine - it is unique, and it is personal, and for the sake of this argument it is not relevant.

Third, along the lines of that respect, I am a firm believer in polite discourse. If you can maintain a level head, I am always happy to discuss my faith, your faith, other faiths, etc. I don't mind. Right up until it becomes a battle of insults, but that is not a fault of the discussion, but rather the people involved.

The Sky Didn't Fall

As you might have noticed, the world didn't end...and the rapture certainly didn't happen last Saturday.
This shouldn't be all too surprising, if your ability to think hasn't been somehow compromised.
No earthquakes, no apocalyptic hellfire. Frankly, I'm a bit disappointed - I was looking forward to some quality looting and pillaging.