This is a personal issue and can be very explosive for some. In my view there is no one on earth that can answer it. They may believe they have the answer but they can never using science make such a conclusion.
In effect for me one of two things is going to occur following my last breath either I will move toward the bright light or there will be nothing. If the former than a consciousness continues if the latter well it doesn't and I won't know. I prefer the former to occur. I believe prayer, the golden rule the ten commandments and following the good example Jesus provided are better for me and for society. I also believe in what was once termed the Protestant Ethic and hence believe in a capitalistic society To continue an argument about the existence of God that no one can prove is counter-productive and often is hurtful.
Some people have blind faith and I really do admire them for their deep commitment. Some people are agnostic and some atheists and I will respect their right to question the god concept. However, I abhor an in your face approach on this subject. So unless there is a specific reason for such discussion such a group of people gathered for such purposeful discussion silence seems the better choice
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