Do you believe in God? Why/Why not?

[Runa216]

SpokenTruth said:

Runa216 said:

Um, hello? 911? I'm calling to report a murder...

(As an aside, I used to do stuff like this all the time. Sentence by sentence breakdown explaining in detail why every step of their logical process was just hilariously wrong and off-base. I came to realize in time that the more you prove someone wrong, the deeper they dig in your heels. you're right, and I want you to know I appreciate you, but if you wanted to convince him, you're wasting your time, sadly.)

I've often thought not to do a full breakdown of posts like these, and while you are correct that it often serves little purpose in persuading the individual being quoted, it does have value to the community at large.

I may not persuade him (though it would be great if it did and it has on occasion) but it might persuade someone else on the periphery. Another member, a lurker or a guest. 

And of course, there is the community factor itself.  For some, it's entertainment.  For others, it stokes newer debate.  So in that sense, I may not be doing a full breakdown for the sole benefit of whom I quoted but rather for the benefit everyone else.

Like they say, when you engage in debate you're not doing it for the sake of your opponent but for the audience.