Is religion just imaginary friends for adults?

[MyUserName]

I think you know the answer. I highlighted it just in case

Are you suggesting that when pressed a Christian will try to avoid answering those sort of questions?!?!

... oh wait

[BrilloPad]

You could help me by telling me whether you approve of your God's actions or condemn them. Do you think that it is right to force a rape victim to marry her rapist, murder rebellious children etc.

Do Christians generally approve of this or do they just try not to think too hard about it?

Are there any Christians who don't believe in this? Liberals!

[NicoleN]

There are more wars caused by religion than by anything else. Even some nationalist wars have their roots of hate in religion.

[Ticktock]

There are more wars caused by religion than by anything else. Even some nationalist wars have their roots of hate in religion.

You should perhaps attempt some historical research. Wars are most often caused by greed - religion is used for justification, to promote a sense of unity (á la Tajfel), as a catalyst, etc, but it is rarely the sole cause.

Think about the classic example - the Crusades. The rallying call amongst Europeans was more often regarding land and riches, rather than God. Religion was used to excuse their actions and justify their conquests, certainly, but most of the nobles leading the charge were interested in themselves.