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It started with a growing discomfort with the “God of the Gaps” explanation — plugging divine intervention into everything we don’t yet understand. That simply didn’t satisfy me. I wanted real answers, not placeholders. That search for deeper understanding led me into the history of Christianity and religion itself. Over time, what I discovered challenged not just specific beliefs, but the foundation they rested on. I go into more detail about this in my article Why I Question Christianity.

Technically, yes - I’m an atheist, in the sense that I don’t believe in a god or gods. The term simply means "non-theist." But I’d also describe myself as a skeptic and a humanist. I no longer subscribe to the theological claims of Christianity or organised religion, yet I remain open to philosophical discussions about ultimate reality. I find more value in the questions than in pretending we have certainty about metaphysical matters. Intellectual honesty, to me, means recognising the limits of what we can know.

I wouldn't call it "cherry-picking" — I look at patterns. My approach is to examine the Bible as a whole, considering its texts within their historical and cultural contexts. It’s not about pulling out isolated verses but understanding how ideas developed over time and how scripture has been interpreted. I simply apply the same critical standards to the Bible that most people would use when assessing any other ancient document or truth claim. Anything less would be intellectually dishonest.

Meaning and morality don’t depend on religion. I find meaning in human connection, learning, creativity, and contributing something worthwhile to the lives of others. As for morality, it doesn’t require divine command—it comes from our capacity for empathy, our ability to think critically about consequences, and the way we live together in society. In fact, history often shows that moral progress happens not because of religion, but in spite of it—when we challenge rigid doctrines and appeal to reason and compassion instead.

While I understand that religion has offered community, comfort, and a sense of purpose for many, I think we need to be honest about the cost. Religious belief has too often been used to justify division, suppress critical thinking, and resist moral progress. Personally, I see more potential in a world that values reason, empathy, and evidence over tradition and dogma. That said, my aim is to challenge religions privileged status and encourage honest reflection about whether it still serves humanity — or holds us back.

I’m not a therapist, so I don’t offer professional advice—but I do think respectful communication is key. It’s important to prioritise the relationship over the need to ‘win’ any argument. Religion is often deeply tied to personal identity, so even well-meant criticism can feel like rejection. Setting healthy boundaries around faith discussions can help, especially if tensions rise. In some cases, speaking with a therapist—either individually or as a family—can make a real difference. Ultimately, try to focus on shared values and maintain connection where possible, even if beliefs differ.