Why did my child become an atheist?

Your child didn’t make the choice to become an atheist easily, nor did they do it to spite you. They’re simply searching for meaning and truth, just like you are, and this is the best way they can find to explain the way the world around them works.

What percentage of the population are atheists?

Pew separates out atheists from agnostics and the non-religious, but that is primarily a function of self-identification. Only about 5\% of people call themselves atheists, but if you ask about belief in gods, 11\% say they do not believe in gods. Those people are atheists, whether they choose to use the word or not.

Why isn’t there any history of atheism?

Because atheism’s ancient history has largely gone unwritten, however, Whitmarsh suggests that it is also absent from both sides of the current monotheist/atheist debate.

Do atheists feel wonder in the universe?

In fact, the Religious Landscape Study shows that atheists are more likely than U.S. Christians to say they often feel a sense of wonder about the universe (54\% vs. 45\%). 6 Where do atheists find meaning in life?

What should I do when my child rejects my faith?

But despite the failures of the Israelites—and their outright rejections—He never abandons them. He is their God, their Father, and their protector and guide. This never changes, not once. If your child has rejected your faith, do not reject your child. Do not kick your child out of your home, especially if they are dependent on you.

How can I bring my child back to God?

Sometimes, the only thing that can bring a person back to God is God, Himself. If He did it for Saul of Tarsus, He can do it for anyone. So pray, fervently and earnestly. God will listen. He will gently tug. Remember—God gave us free will, and your child may exercise that will and continue to reject your faith.

How do I talk to my child about the Bible?

Acknowledge to your son or daughter that “Yes, there are some disturbing and/or strange things in the Bible”. Doing so will validate your child and keep the conversation going. You don’t have to agree with their conclusion. But acknowledging their journey means you have some understanding. Religion can be a very divisive thing.

What are the leading causes of atheism?

The sight of Christians treating others badly, rejecting members of their own family, and ignoring the edicts of their own holy text is another leading cause of atheism. Young people desperately want purpose. They want meaning.

Can an atheist read the Old Testament?

There are many atheists who actually arrived at non-belief from doing just that — reading the whole Bible. The Old Testament is especially a problem.