Mike544857, 66

I first discovered my doubts about religion when I was very young, I remember getting in trouble at Sunday school, because I would ask questions about the inconsistencies in the Bible. When I attended college I had the opportunity to get away from a very strict Christian household. At that time I dove more deeply into the inconsistencies. I found that I just didn't believe. I went home for Christmas break and announced to my family that I was an atheist. It do not go over so well.They got out the holy oil and prayed over me and my mom even didn't want me to return to college lol. It was somewhat difficult being a Black atheist, not a lot of Black atheist around in those days. Even today it is still rare. Over the years I learned not to express my disbelief regarding the bible and religion.I am very glad those days are gone. Don't get me wrong I'm not pushy about what I believe but, if asked I do not hesitate to express my disbelief and I am finally very proud of what I believe but it was a long Road.