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Well for one thing they are not stories. Mars does exist. Science has proven it.


Stories can be true!!! So yes, they are stories!! BTW why do you believe, because science tells you to believe and you believe in science!! You have faith in science!!!


Story:
1. a narrative, either true or fictitious, in prose or verse, designed to interest, amuse, or instruct the hearer or reader; tale.




I have faith in God, I believe in God, that does not mean I cannot believe in science as well!

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You can flat out "say" anything you want. Statements don't make things true. Other religions have been killed for not being Christian. An eye for an eye?


Not true, Catholics do the killin' and they are NOT Christian!!


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Nor do I want to become one. I was a memeber of the Catholic church for 22 years. I think I have a grasp.



They RCC is NOT a Christian Church, so no you do not have a grasp.
The RCC and the Christian church are two very different in fact opposing things. You may want to look on our Catholic doctrines and believes board and see what I mean.

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I am just trying to understand you and your anger when someone questions your beliefs. If you are strong enough you would not be so easily antagonized.


Brother, I am not angry, but I must be because I don't agree with you? I am sorry if you think because someone defends their faith, that somehow makes them angry or weak, says a lot about you. Do you always accuse people of being weak or angry when they do not agree with you? That is odd.



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Quite impressive. I asked the question because your manner of debate does not seem rational to me.


Because in your head Christianity is NOT rational.


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As for being ignorant to being committed to one faith, that thought never crossed my mind. I'm sorry if my questions make you feel so insecure.

Sorry do not know where you get that idea, :lol : I have eternal security in Christ. So no insecurities here!! :thumbsup
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