Do you believe in God? Why/Why not?

[superchunk]

OhNoYouDont said:

superchunk said:
Yes, I choose to believe the universe has a intelligent entity that is Creation itself. Basically all that exists is part of God and God has influence over all.

Subtle point, but beliefs are not choices. Beliefs are consequences of the input data. For instance you cannot simply instantly believe the contrary to something you currently believe. You must be persuaded to believe otherwise. 

I don't see why you wouldn't want to share why you believe; it's a win-win for all involved. Either you establish that theism is, in fact, tenable or you find out where you went wrong.

Or I recognize that there are valid criticisms due to the natural vagueness that exist in the concept of God. I don't have to have independently verifiable data to have a belief. 

As far as sharing why I believe... I'll put that info in my reply to permalite since he's farther along in the discussion.