gjm on Nostr: Your position is based on a theology though, at least one that has a king and a ...

Your position is based on a theology though, at least one that has a king and a throne as core or central. Your response about who is on the metaphorical throne fits perfectly with the system that you have adopted (which is congruent with your identity on the subject). The atheist on the other hand has adopted a position that has no throne or king. Advocates for each system (and therefore identity) will speak from their adopted positions with a sense of authority, expertise and confidence. Your conclusion is therefore 100% baked in because of your adopted system of belief. If the atheist dismisses the construct of a throne but the throne is fundamental to the christian position then a constructive and respectful dialogue is is in danger of breaking down. When the atheist and the christian are able to discuss their systems SEPERATE from judging each other then there is a good chance of a healthy ongoing conversation. I for one long for those types of conversations.