Scoffing at all that's holy since 2004 LOVE AND HATE Here's a small random sampling of the email I received since the last update.  As an anti-spam measure, @ has been replaced with (at) in each email address. From: [withheld] Sent: Tuesday, May 04, 2010 6:40 AM Subject: [blank] My wife turned me on to your site one night while we were burning bibles to stay warm...love the site keep up the good work From: carrie.neuman(at)gmail.com Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2010 9:29 PM Subject: Question Dear Bastard, There are some dumb ass people out there.  To what do you attribute their stupidity and why do the dumbest of the dumb believe in silly god fairy tales? Carrie in Baltimore From: [withheld] Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2010 12:05 PM Subject: Feedback Mr. Bastard (can I call you that?) I found your site through an article about Ray Comfort's "banana" nonsense on James Randi's blog. I'm about two hours into your work and I must say that you are my new atheist movement hero. It is so refreshing to see another non-believer with a no-holds-barred attack on religion with humor and unapologetic sarcasm. Bravo! I will be a regular visitor to your site and eagerly await each monthly update. Please withhold my email address and last name. I work with a bunch of religious nut cases. You know how it is for sure. Jerry T. From: verdoodle(at)aol.com Sent: Saturday, April 24, 2010 7:59 PM Subject: your website You are an ass. From: theojank(at)gmail.com Sent: Monday, April 19, 2010 5:30 PM Subject: If an atheist took a shit in the woods..... would he still be a douche bag? You believe in God. You know it is true. Why don't you come clean and confess that you believe in Him and His only begotten Son?  You are in rebellion with your Maker and are looking for an excuse to sin - but his site doesn't hide the truth of your faith. In the name of God, confess, and shut down this site tonight. ~ Jank From: cruses316(at)yahoo.com Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 2:01 AM Subject: Prayer I pray for you nightly whatever your real name is that God might come into your heart and show you the way to Salvation and peace. I love you as does God. read this: http://www.godswork.org/testimony25.htm In Christ, Camille From: dxsanchez(at)hotmail.com Sent: Tuesday, April 13, 2010 10:48 AM Subject: Brad Swidzinski GB: I sent Brad an email a few weeks ago and have yet to hear back from the whiny little coward. I think he crawled under a rock and made cream of Jesus in his panties after you threatened to rat him out to the po-po. I wonder if god would be proud of him for being the moral crusader that he is. The meathead is all bark and no bite. Your looong time fan (since 2004), Dave Sanchez Dallas, Texas From: mattboston84(at)hotmail.com Sent: Friday, April 09, 2010 7:22 AM Subject: STILL SINNING I SEE FUCK YOU AND YOUR DUMB WEB SITE. YOU FUCKIN ATHIESTS THINK YOUR SO SMART. YOU DON'T KNOW SHIT. GOD WINS IN THE END. DROP DEAD ASSWIPE. From: cornhole(at)yo-mama.com Sent: Monday, April 05, 2010 3:17 PM Subject: Your web site sucks  You fucking athiests are just as dogmatic as the religious people you mock and slander. Why don't you go fuck yourself and jump off a tall building? From: carwenluv(at)aol.com Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010 2:48 PM Subject: i pity u it is sad that u take such pride in mocking god. what if your wrong? 10 out of 10 people die and eternity is a long time to be wrong. gods love is endless. it is the cure for what u will receive when u die. pray! carol From: m.dinunzio1(at)t-online.de Sent: Saturday, March 27, 2010 9:37 AM Subject: Your Conviction Dear Godless Bastard,   there are no atheists in foxholes. From: [withheld] Sent: Monday, March 15, 2010 12:23 PM Subject: What a site Hey Mr. B. I was just surfing late one night and do not even remember what I was searching for when your site came up in Google. A lot of people would say that I wasted a lot of time in going through 20 plus pages plus all of the offsite content, but I do dare say, your thoughts are quite interesting.  Basically, I agree with you.  I had fallen for the organized religion syndrome a while back and for a few years.  I found out just what type of HIPPOCRITS actually existed when I started asking questions and really started doubting just what was actually being pulled over on me.  What set me straight was when the pastor of the church did not have the balls to face me but sent one of his minions to tell me to quiet down.  That is when a confrontation happened.  Remember, this escalation had been building up over a number of months, starting when a comment was made that jesus was the only one raised from the dead.  Really, what about lazarus.  He was supposedly dead so long that he stank.  Sounds like fucking dead to me.  Well I stayed away for a few months.  Now, by the way the pastor only lived five houses from me.  In my time away, he never once came by to see why his sheep was not there.  What an asshat. Well I decided that I wanted my questions answered and during the next few weeks, I started popping them again.  I also decided that I would volunteer my time to help them with their Christmas Fabrication.  At that time I was approached by another minion and was told that the pastor had to approve it.  I dropped my volunteer time and decided to lurk in the shadows for a bit.  During the last service (I have not been in a church since) I posed a question regarding proof for the age of moses and the world.  I was immediately told that moses was over 900 years old and the world was just a tad over 6,000.  I nearly fell off of the pew.  Hell, people were very lucky if they made it past 45 back then.  I told the pastor to prove it in open church.  I really don’t know if I pissed him off, rattled his cage or a number of other things, but he was so shaken up that the old fool spit his false teeth out.  They just bounced off of the pulpit and up the aisle.  You could hear the gasp of the sheep and feel the wind as they opened their mouths in disbelief.  My parting comment to him and his sheep as I walked up the aisle towards the door was that, I was no longer blinded by him and his minions, his book of fairy tales, rape, incest, murder and mayhem had way to many contradictions and I would not be back.  I was followed out of the church by a whole gang of believers and without knowing their intent, I hauled ass. That was only the start of my troubles with this church.  I will enlighten you more in a future email of the hell I caught from my family, friends and the locals by stating what I had on my mind to this pyramid scheme. Paul M. From: brentbps1(at)yahoo.com Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010 7:28 PM Subject: Got Jesus? No love for God huh? Too bad.... sorry for your bad luck... Brett T. From: [withheld] Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:38 PM Subject: Sherrie/Cherry Picking (?) Dearest Mr. Bastard: I'm a little confused. Is 'Sherrie' the Secret Service agent in your 'Sherrie Picking' essay ('Hypocrisy' page) the same person you wrote about in the two 'Cherry Picking' essays ('Godspeak' page)? I wasn't sure if Sherrie/Cherry was a typographical error. Is this woman really an agent in the Service? If so their candidate screening process is woefully lacking. Whomever she guards should be deeply concerned about her ability to perceive reality. Nice to know my tax dollars are well spent. I wouldn't trust her tiny malfunctioning godbot brain to guard a 7-11 in a quiet neighborhood. Please withhold my name and email address. If this gun-wielding nutcase is as perceptionally impaired and you have described I wouldn't put it past her to put a trail on my ass and exact some rabid Xian zealot revenge Government Agency-style. My wife tells me I wouldn't survive the one night in prison. (She's right about everything - or so she keeps reminding me.) Longtime fan, W.K. From: lankiss0204(at)aol.com Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 6:23 PM Subject: TO THE SO CALLED "BASTARD" I HOPE ONE DAY WE MEET CUZ I WANNA BEAT THE LIVING SHIT OUT OF YOU DOUCHE BAG. YOUR MAMA IS A GODLESS WHORE. From: [withheld] Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2010 3:02 AM Subject: Thanks I'm not even really sure where to start, so I apologize if I'm disorganized in what follows. For most of my life I had been simply running through motions, specifically of the religious variety, while struggling with my own disbelief (in God/Gods/whatever, I was chasing a damned unicorn). I spent inordinate amounts of time trying to suspend disbelief and looking for proof of God's existence but could find nothing substantial. The thing that bothered me most was that in doing so I was forced to commit multiple acts of intellectual dishonesty, as you'd describe it, and it never sat well with me. The more I questioned, the more I was told not to question as that seemed to foster disbelief (in me) and what I can only describe as panic and terror in my mentors and peers. Eventually, I decided to abandon my religious practices (but not my moral standards, for obvious reasons) out of sheer distaste and not wanting to align myself with everything I grew to detest in all the time I spent reading the bible (intentionally left in lower-case in non-acknowledgment of its validity) and other religious and historical works. And because as a thinking individual (I like to call myself that at any rate) it was the only logical course of action; I became an Atheist. I suspect I always was an Atheist, though I may have told others otherwise, only now I was resolved and my resolve was great. I was unwavering in my disbelief, but my own reasons were never good enough to fight off those who would attempt to convert me. Attacks would always end in my having to walk away because I have neither the philosophical, literary, or debating background necessary to debunk their arguments; I could only say "that doesn't make sense to me" or ad-lib something on the spot which would ultimately prompt an insult to my intelligence if I didn't yield to their attacks, which seemed very well rehearsed. In reading through your site--which I can't exactly recall how I found or when, though it was some years ago--I've been able to refine my rebuttals (sometimes I paraphrase yours, always in agreement of The Abdella Rule; I do not publish public works, and if I did, I would cite you) as well as gain knowledge of logical fallacies and other pitfalls in the constant stream of conversion attempts I get once people find out I'm an Atheist to the extent that I'm able to get people (Christians) to publicly scream obscenities at me and storm away, remove me from their contact lists, block me on Facebook, etc. Though in rare cases they'll simply concede the argument and agree never to speak of it again... I kind of wish they'd curse me and run away. Whatever the response, I am always deeply satisfied. I feel I owe that largely to you: for putting so much logic in one place, for providing so many examples of how to argue and fairly, for all the work that went into Godlessbastard.com in general. So Thank You. You've had a profound effect on my life. Sincerely, Michael From: gabby_rules123(at)hotmail.com Sent: Sunday, February 14, 2010 10:48 PM Subject: [blank] hi am really interested. could you please answer this question? why SHOULD people beleive in god? Editor's Note: They shouldn't.  There is no sane reason to. From: shawnpaden(at)aol.com Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 4:25 AM Subject: Got Logic? Give me a scientific example of something coming from nothing. Shawn Editor's Note: Oh, for fuck's sake.  Here we go...again.  Poor, deluded, religiously insecure Shawn.  Yet another ignorant Christian who thinks atheists believe that the universe "came from nothing." First, atheism has intrinsically nothing to do with nihilism, but for the sake of your insanity I'll respond.  [clearing throat]  Open a science textbook, Shawn.  You don't have to accept any of it.  Just READ it.  It will explain everything quite clearly.  NO WHERE does science claim that the universe (and all the varieties of life within it) "came from nothing."  No, this is what panicky, insecure CHRISTIANS claim because of the threat that the Big Bang and evolution provide.  Yours is just the typical knee-jerk response, and it neither impresses nor intimidates anyone. But for as weak as his implied assertion is, Shawn would declare his imaginary god immune from the same logic.  Where did Shawn's god come from?  Nothing?  Or was he created by a greater god?  Oh, god is eternal.  That's right.  He's always existed.  I forgot about that.  What a decidedly convenient and terminal explanation to sidestep his own question.  Nothing came from nothing...except for god.  Conversation over.  This is why you can't win when dealing with the Christian mentality.  They've set up their own rules of logic so that they can't be wrong. Listen up Lenny.  The universe has always existed in one transitional form or another.  It just "is."  And when this one goes another will come in its place.  Here's a nice primer to get you started.  But we both know that you've built your brick wall high enough to protect your self-reinforced delusion from inquiry and introspection.  And you'll never let ANY argument take that from you.  It's all you have. From: cumbey(at)gmail.com Sent: Monday, February 08, 2010 9:58 PM Subject: [blank] Well, you named yourself correctly:  THE GODLESS BASTARD.  My intense pities for you as such. Constance E. Cumbey From: richie_is_a_boss(at)msn.com Sent: Monday, February 08, 2010 3:34 PM Subject: Got Jesus? only a fool will not believe in god.who told the ocean u can only cum this far and who told the sun when to rise in the mourning.and how did world come into existence who made animals and who made humans u tell me anytrhing but i kno its god my god JESUS CHRIST who rose from the dead and will reign forever more and he will judge people like you so if i was you i would start going to church and learning about god and its not pathetic to be a christian who is it pathetic to be the children of a king? as far as i see you are blind and you are the moron.!!!! Richie Madeira From: charlesmitchard(at)bigpond.com Sent: Saturday, February 06, 2010 2:04 AM Subject: Your Web Site Loved the site. (found via stumble) Agree whole heartedly. Eventually I will read the lot. Kind regards and keep up the good work. Charles From: englishtnscones(at)yahoo.com Sent: Monday, February 01, 2010 12:13 AM Subject: You're so funny! I love your wit! I found you through the Why Your Religion Is False website which i found on Facebook. You're hilarious! You must be British. I just love your website. Please put me on your mailing list. :=) Julie in Chicago From: [withheld] Sent: Monday, January 25, 2010 5:51 PM Subject: Love your website Hi Mr. B, Just wanted to contact you and express how much I love and appreciate your Godless Bastard site. It is refreshing to know that other people feel the way I do. I anxiously await the update notice I receive of new content on your site. I am trying to get through all of the articles that you have posted but there are so many that it will take some time. But I keep plugging along. Thanks for a great site. From: [withheld] Sent: Monday, January 25, 2010 10:22 AM Subject: "Analizing" the moral decay of the U.S. Hey, Here's a funny post from a high-school friend from back home (West Virginia) who "friended" me on Facebook and regularly posts Jesus-loving messages. I really don't mind him, and he's a nice guy, but this is funny. (See attached screenshot.) I think he and his wife are ministers in Hagerstown, MD. Cheers, Richard Sullivan From: [withheld] Sent: Wednesday, January 20, 2010 9:11 AM Subject: Bastard!! Hello there, a big fan here! I remember on your site somewhere there was something about "negative proof", as in "prove god doesn’t exist". It was a great essay, it may have been elsewhere but I thought it was on your site. If it is there please send me a link. Oh if you want some criticism on your site – add a search function! Just sayin'. Yours in godlessness, Jeff C. Winnipeg Canada Editor's Note: The rant Jeff is referring to is called Why the Christian God is Impossible, by Chad Doctorman.  Aside from fan submissions on the 2 Cents page, it's only piece on the main site that was authored by someone else.  It's so brilliant that I just had to link to it.  Also take note that I now have a search function on the site.  You asked and the Godless Bastard delivered! From: us_kanna(at)yahoo.com Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 1:51 PM Subject: [blank] Wonderful Site, just letting you know that I will be using your arguments to ruffle fundi feathers online. Regards, KJ From: danielmiles(at)sasktel.net Sent: Tuesday, January 19, 2010 1:02 PM Subject: Grace Mercy Peace Grace unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Just thought I'd say hey, how goes it, as I haven't heard from you in a l-o-n-g time, and you're still in my email address book. I'd wish you a Happy New Year, but that's like saying Happy Eternal(new) Non-Eternal(Year), a mixture of contrary eternal and non eternal things...ends bad. So I'll just wish you eternal Grace --> Mercy --> Peace instead. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ with you all. Amen. From: [withheld] Sent: Saturday, January 16, 2010 5:07 AM Subject: [blank] Hi, just wanted to say how much I've enjoyed reading your site, kept me up far later than I should have been last night as I just needed to read one more page... Two things that I wanted to say are: 1. Why do people of religion feel the need to tell us that god/jesus loves us. I have no need for this imaginary love, I feel fully contented with the love I receive and give to my family and friends. If a person you had rejected was to keep following you and telling you that they had unconditional love for you, you would consider them a stalker and probably call the authorities on them. So this, I feel is how the religious portray their saviour, a divine stalker who won't take no for an answer. 2. I haven't fully read your site so not sure if this link is mentioned: http://christiananswers.net/spotlight/home.html It's a site dedicated to giving reviews on upcoming hollywood movie releases for the concerned moralistic christian and goes under the name "Christian Spotlight on Entertainment" They give a synopsis on movie releases then allow their members to write reviews on the film using a points system concerning such things as profanity and morality, they even put a count on how many times someone swears and "the lords" name is taken in vain. I personally try to search for a film I know to be of questionable moralistic values and then read in mirth the moralistic religious claptrap that is expounded in the following reviews. Keep up the good work on the site and I look forward to reading more in the future. From: theuglycat(at)comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 1:33 PM Subject: Wondering BUT as a recovered, formerly hopeless alcoholic, I certainly perceive, from my own struggle and experience, that SOMEthing greater than myself relieved me of my alcoholism. What do YOU suppose it could be? Anything wrong with calling it "God" or "god" or "The Force"??? Don't you believe that there is SOMEthing greater than ourselves out there?????? That's my dilemma. Eric From: [withheld] Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2010 2:15 AM Subject: [blank] Dear Mr.Godless "Flaming Asshole" Bastard, First off, let me say that I'm just yanking your chain about the "flaming asshole" thing. But like my teacher always says: "Start out your letters with good lead". Anyway, I must apologize in advance for any grammar or spelling mistakes. Now let's move on. My name is Justin, and I am from the U.S. I am also an Atheist. I have been sense the 8th grade. Considering that I am in high-school, that is not a long time. But enough with me, let's move on to the main reason of my wri...typing this letter: You. I personally think that you are a very funny man and I am a huge fan. I have read all of your pages and articles. They make me question the world. If anything, I want to emulate you. Well, that's it. Keep doing what your doing!!! From a fan, Justin. P.S. Could you not show my email address? I still have family and friends that don't know about my beliefs and (for my own personal reasons), like to keep it that way for now. P.P.S. Have a good, godless new-year!!! From: [withheld] Sent: Thursday, January 07, 2010 9:22 AM Subject: Hello and invite to debate with wacky fundie Dear GB Happy new year, hope this finds you well. Your site has been truly inspirational and I thank you for all your sharp and witty posts. I am writing you because there is an ongoing "debate" with a fundie named Eillix at atheistpropaganda.com and I thought you might wanted to check it out. He portrays himself as an ex-atheist who found god but stills "questions" his own faith. Yet he is full of fundie crap and loves quote mining and citing erroneous history facts. Care to jump in? best regards, Feki All letters posted through December 2009 have been moved to the archive below. You can download previous Love and Hate Mail in PDF format:  2009  2008  2007  2006  2005 Copyright © 2004 The Godless Bastard. All Rights Reserved.