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As a hardcore atheist, I simply want to state a few opinions and raise these questions:

Opinions:
1. I am okay with anyone's religious belief as long as it is not imposed on me, and as long as I am not discriminated based on my beliefs. I also extend the same concept to others.
2. I believe science and logic is the only way to examine the universe -- any "mystery" or "enigma" is simply something we do not yet know.
3. Dangerous opinion, but here goes: I feel that those who are not atheist simply do not understand all the arguments in favor.
4. I believe we can explain everything (and I do mean everything) without the need for a God or external force -- I am very much against the "God of the gaps" argument.

And so, my questions:
1. If you are indeed a God-believer, why are you?
2. If you are religious and yet still understand all points in favor of atheism, why do you still choose theism?