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Started by Java, June 26, 2012, 06:58:48 AM

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June 26, 2012, 06:58:48 AM

Hey, hey. I'm new to the forums but I lurk to see conversations and such (totally un-creeper like..) I've been raised by Christian parents who are not happy with their lives and I am constantly wondering how they can remain Christians. Nothing good has come from it no matter how much they pray. When I was 14, I decided that it wasn't worth wasting my time on and thus I started to build a faith in myself- The church of me. (plus, I honestly can't remember actually like church-related stuff..). I'm here today because of myself!

Anyway. It's nice to meet everyone. I may not be that active at first because I'm moving in 6 days but I should gradually be talkative :b.
Zombies are here already. They're called "the religious."

Tank

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June 26, 2012, 07:03:10 AM
Hello Java

Nice to see another mind make its way out from under the comfort blanket of Institutional Superstition (Religion). You say you were 14 when you realised that religion doesn't add up, how long ago was that?

Thanks for making the effort to sign up and join in.

Welcome to HAF.

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Chris

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Java

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June 26, 2012, 07:07:16 AM
Sorry! I'm 23 now so 9 years ago. I don't ever think I officially believed in something, really; they just had really good food at the church I went to. And my mind is probably better saved since I live in the deep, DEEP south (an hour from Noleans in Mississippi..) so religion is EVERY WHERE here.  :o

Thanks for the warm welcome!
Zombies are here already. They're called "the religious."

musicality

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June 26, 2012, 07:18:16 AM
Hello there!! Welcome to HAF!

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June 26, 2012, 09:49:44 AM
Greetings Java.  Good luck with the move, and when you're settled you can come back and join in.

markmcdaniel

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June 26, 2012, 11:42:09 AM
Welcome. One of the nice thing about computers (besides meeting people like you) is that they travel with you. So there is no need to be a stranger for long.
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June 26, 2012, 02:48:45 PM
Welcome!
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#7
June 26, 2012, 04:53:14 PM
Hello and welcome to HAF, Java. I hope that your move goes well, and that your new place works out well for you.  :)
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AnimatedDirt

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June 26, 2012, 06:42:25 PM
Quote from: Java on June 26, 2012, 06:58:48 AM

When I was 14, I decided that it wasn't worth wasting my time on and thus I started to build a faith in myself- The church of me. (plus, I honestly can't remember actually like church-related stuff..). I'm here today because of myself!

Actually you're 'here' because of your parents.  ;)

Welcome to HAF.  Good people here.

Ali

#9
June 26, 2012, 07:02:07 PM
Hi Java!  Welcome!

Firebird

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June 26, 2012, 07:28:14 PM
Welcome java. Good luck on the move. Are you remaining in the south?
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The Magic Pudding

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June 27, 2012, 01:35:03 AM
Hello

I have acquired a civet cat to help you add value to your Java beans.

Tank

#12
June 27, 2012, 07:55:10 AM
Quote from: The Magic Pudding on June 27, 2012, 01:35:03 AM
Hello

I have acquired a civet cat to help you add value to your Java beans.


That is such a weird idea. I wonder if they did double blind tests or it's just exceptional PR?
If religions were TV channels atheism is turning the TV off.
"Religion is a culture of faith; science is a culture of doubt." ― Richard P. Feynman
'It is said that your life flashes before your eyes just before you die. That is true, it's called Life.' - Terry Pratchett
Remember, your inability to grasp science is not a valid argument against it.

Anti-antidisestablishmentarianism

#13
June 29, 2012, 01:14:42 AM
hello and welcome! Now if I join your church, I don't have to pray to you do I?
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