mine85:


Lol, but they are not ghosts... They are in our society too and maybe getting converts

You are right, my point actually is that, when you put the growth rate of atheism and religion on a comparative scale in the larger Nigerian society, then you will realise that its actually nothing to worry about.

mine85:
10 Reasons Why Atheism is on the rise

Gradually, we are in an era when many Nigerians are becoming atheists. (Atheism is the state of not believing there is a God Jehovah who created all things). Some youths are coming out boldly to say they are atheists while many others are atheists but still attending church to pretend to belong.

I have been wondering, what will make someone who has been going to church to suddenly stop and start kicking against the chief Corner Stone. Even some are saying they are liberal, ashamed to say they are Christians. From liberality to Atheism is just a very thin line.

I drew the following conclusions with reasons. A Christian becomes an atheist for any one or more of the following reasons.

1. They were not serious Christians in the first place, that is, they were not born again or even semi born again. As a result, they fell by the way side because of little distraction by other atheists. But it's unfortunate, those who are neither hot or cold will be cast out.

2. They were not reading their Bible, except on Sundays and in brief moment only. When you are not grounded in your beliefs, you gradually slide away.

3. Some have read a little of the Bible and seeing "contradictions" they concluded that the Bible is not inspired by any God. But they are wrong, if you have not read and STUDY the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, the Bible will remain confusing to you and you become an atheist.

4. Some have been praying over an issue for years and because there is delay, they lose heart and conclude there is no God to answer prayers. But they are wrong because they didn't know that Patience is a great virtue in Christian living.

5. Some have become atheists because of constantly feeding their soul with wrong messages like these superficial oratory every where. These modern messages talk only about enjoyment in Christ. So, when little temptation or trials come (they must come) these people faint in times of trouble and become atheists. It is unfortunate, that is why we must continue to insist on the right message by openly condemning the unscriptural sermons around us.

6. Some are looking for proofs because they said scientists have said so and so but because they have not study the Bible with open hearts, they choose science over facts. The Bible has enough proofs to the discerning.

7. Some become atheist because they said... If there is God, why does He allow evil, suffering, etc. But this has to do with understanding the makers manual. He created everything and design it as such for a purpose. We should respect His template and be guided accordingly. Unfortunately, due to lack of understanding, some are now atheists because of this.

8. Some are atheists today because of flamboyant preachers. They do not see the little they know about Christ in these super demi gods called GOs and Bishops. Yes, we are in a sorry state of greediness and fake prophets but if these turning atheists have read the Bible, they will understand that God have said it that fake pastors will be many. And they have been there since the days of moses.

9. They continually feel empty inside even though they attend church, in choir, in one wing or the other. But emptiness rule their soul. As a result, they give up on God for not coming close to them. Unfortunately, they are wrong. 'Rend your hearts and not your garments' but those who feel emptiness have rend their garments only. Becoming an atheist on this ground is their fault.

10. Add yours.

I hope those who are atheists can have a rethink and retrace their steps. Also, those who are claiming Liberals to fit in.... watch it, you are on your way down to infamy. If you are a Christian, BE PROUD and you can only be proud when you begin to study hard the 66 books that gives life meaning.

Uzuegbu ifeanyi.

1st: The religion of majority in Nigeria is Islam
2nd:you have any research who say that atheism is in rise in Nigeria?The 60% of Nigerian population are muslims atheists are 0%

Reasons why I turned

1 bible were written by us
2 cos of so much fictions, lies, impossibilities, in d bible
3 cos of internet, nairaland, YouTube most especially
4 inhuman pastors using church members like rag
5 cos god is omnipotent, omnipresent, omniscient yet he failed in every part
6 thousands of active religion with different gods
7 cos god never revealed itself
8 cos god only wanted praises and worship nothing else

@op,

These are your errors!!!

1."Atheism is the state of not believing there is a God Jehovah who created all things"..................................................RUBBISH!!! What about muslims who became atheists? Is it jehovah they rejected or Allah?

2."From liberality to Atheism is just a very thin line"...................................Yeah right!!! Keep deceiving yourself!!! There is nothing liberal about your dogmatic religion!!!

3."They were not serious Christians in the first place"...................................Have you started selling off all your belongings and giving them to the poor? No? You haven't? THEN YOU YOURSELF ARE NOT SERIOUS!!!

4."if you have not read and STUDY the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, the Bible will remain confusing to you and you become an atheist"....................................................And what of those who left christianity to become Deists or Muslims?

5. "they choose science over facts"....................................................Science is based on facts, so what the hell ar you talking about?

6."But this has to do with understanding the makers manual".....................................Maker's Bible? Different religions have different maker manuals!!! Koran is a maker's manual!!!