What I meant that the black community could go further with out the belief in God is that it would probably enhance their critical thinking skills and be more productive especially in the science field. I think one of the reasons why their aren't more black scientists, doctors, researchers, explorers, etc are that religion is to ingrained in our community. If you already came to the conclusion that God is the answer and he is the one that makes the universe and the world works than what good are you in the science field. There isn't a need for you to be a scientist and you're basically useless.
Some people think that science and religion can go hand in hand. There are scientists that are religious and spiritual. I don't really agree. I think that science and the belief of a creator can go hand in hand. Not religion itself. It also depends if you believe in a personal god or not.
Not only am I an atheist, but I'm also an agnostic. I don't believe in religion or a creator/deity, but if you ask me if I knew any existed then I would reply that I wouldn't know. I have no knowledge whether a creator exists or not, but I'm open to whether one exists or not. I don't really care either way. If one does exist then I highly doubt it's a personal one that answers prayers and does divine intervention. Or one that any religion describes. I have a deistic view of looking at it. I also believe ALL religions are man made and mythological. I think Christianity is just as man made and mythological as Greek mythology. With that said, I respect other people's right to believe in whatever they choose whether I agree with it or not. I'm utterly indifferent towards religion, it does annoy and irritate me from time to time. Even though I think the world can do with out religion, I would atleast like to see more tolerance develop in religious communities.
Like I said, I'm not trying to change anyone's beliefs, I'm just telling you mines.
