How Not to Handle the Creation-Evolution Debate

A few weeks ago I found myself in a conversation with an atheist about evolution and creation. What I noticed in our interaction was that he was initially hesitant to admit his belief in evolution (and disbelief in God), and not because he was uncertain of his beliefs. Past experience taught him that identifying himself as an atheist drew a hostile response from the Christians he encountered.

Advertisement

 

No Comfort at Comic-Con

There he stood, perched on a box, shouting questions and clenching dollar bills. Curious San Diegans circled ‘round, eager to earn a buck in exchange for a correct answer.

Comic-Con was in full swing and so, too, was the influx of corporations and vendors with mountains of swag to unload on attendees. The only thing unclear about the guy on the box was which company he represented.