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New Theories / Is There Credible Evidence That God Exists?

« on: 09/05/2020 05:56:01 »

How can we approach this topic without breaking the rules? My theory is this: Spirituality is hard to define, but it is an important topic that deserves honest, respectful debate and consideration. My questions stem from the vaguery as the rules stand now.

The following are rules are in place to make this forum a more comfortable place for all its users.  We would urge all users of the forum to read the rules below, and abide by them. 

1. Do not use insulting, aggressive, or provocative language.

CHAT is not for science per se. This topic is directed specifically for the CHAT thread.

A rule states that evangelism of one's pet theory is not allowed.

Would someone offer the definitive terms for what is regarded as a pet theory? If individuals want to discuss their serious, well thought out, well established opinions on spiritual matters, and not on a pet theory, are they permitted? Many varied "religious" theories are promoted by different participants. When are they evangelizing a pet theory or just discussing it?

Many comments are deliberate, untrue and aggressively insulting of spiritual matters and those who make them. The rule governing all of our statements forbids this type of language, yet some continue doing so flaunting their defiance.

How are we to know, specifically, if/when we are violating this particular rule,  "evangelizing a pet theory" on N.S.?

If someone makes untrue, insulting accusations against spiritual opinions, persons, principles or their historic background, is everyone forbidden from responding, trying to make corrections?

If commenters try to prove their opinions on spirituality (not pet theories) are scientifically supported, are they automatically barred from doing so? What if they sound like they are evangelizing when, in truth, they are trying to demonstrate the rational explanations for their points of view? How does anyone assert his point of view without evangelizing? Where is the line? What are the boundaries? Can anyone answer these questions not in general terms, but in detail? 

Should/could we have a thread dedicated to discussing spirituality in which, as long as the comments are respectful, is given more latitude?

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Just Chat! / Why Do Scientists Refuse To Experiment

« on: 03/05/2020 15:17:57 »

HIS love, this divine love (agape, Greek) is available to all who seek HIM. Scientists must ask themselves and lay people alike why would any rational human being not seek HIS love?  and study their answers carefully.

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Just Chat! / Is There Credible Evidence That God Exists?

« on: 12/04/2020 01:01:57 »

I don't know if I am starting a new thread or if this is the proper format and place. I'm trying to do it correctly even though I couldn't find info on how to do it.
Does God Exist? is my question. How can we find out? Can we find out? Are there "proven" methods or ways to find answers to these questions? How? What works? What doesn't? Are there forms or ways of "knowing" that are not "scientific" that are valuable and reliable? For example?