Christian Reacts To George Carlin - Religion Is Bull 💩 || Should I Be Offended?!

[@setonhillstudios]

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[@WolfsDE]

Here is a question I pose to you. Actually it might be more than one, I am not sure yet. If there is supposed to be a God and he forgives anything someone sinned for, then does this mean he forgives a child molester? Does this mean he forgives a serial killer? If he does, then why would anyone want to spend eternity with God? If people like Charles Manson or Adolph Hitler or the Pastors and Priests who molest kids can spend eternity with God, then why would I ever want to be there? Christians often love to say x person or y person is burning in hell. I used to be one. I heard it all of the time. Tupac, Biggie, MLK, Jr., JFK, George Carlin, any and all scientists, atheists, comedians, anyone who believes in lgbtqia+ rights, anyone who is pro choice, anyone who listens to non-christian music or watches non-christian movies/TV shows, etc. Yet, they will claim God forgives anything from anyone. So, if my grandparents are burning in Hell, if by going to hell I get to hang out with George Carlin, James Earl Jones, Ghandi, Marilyn Monroe, Sir Isaac Newton, Tupac, J.R.R. Tolkien, the ancient Greek Philosophers, Divinci and some others who Christian Preachers, Pastors and Priests have claimed are burning in Hell, yet they in the same breath will claim that a child molester can be forgiven and enter Heaven, but the victims who might not believe in God will burn in Hell...why would any rational person believe that being in Heaven would be a good thing? My Grandfather not believing means he burns in hell? Yet the asshole who molested me can claim to be a Christian now and he gets heaven, where in the fucking hell is the Justice in that? I don't care if God would forgive him or not. I don't. I wouldn't want to spend one second in Heaven if that son of a bitch is there and the people I love and admire are in Hell. To me, I would want to be with my family. With my friends. It wouldn't matter to me what they believed or not. I want to be with them. Not anywhere near the place where someone did something I deem as unforgivable to me directly. Not anywhere near the place where people like Manson or Hitler would be because they may have said some prayers in the last few days of their lives. I would rather burn in hell with my family and friends and know who I am, have my memories of those people and be with them. Some people claim we won't remember who our friends and family were, we won't remember who did what to whom. In Hell, you remember, in Heaven you forget. Sure seems like a hell of a copout to me. I would rather have my memories of that were the case. I don't think heaven is a good place if I am spending it with people like Pat Robertson who made hundreds of millions of dollars not just from his believers and people who donated to the 700 Club, but from the Blood Diamond trade that used slave labor. Why would I want to believe in the same God as that guy? To be in the same place for all of eternity with him? I know you say you aren't a theologian. You don't have all of the answers. I do hope for one thing. That you consider this. The people who did the 9/11 attacks. They believed in God, they call him a different name because of a different language, but it is still the same God as Abraham. They killed over 3,000 people in the name of God. People who for the most part, had nothing to do with any beef with Al Queda and the US Government. Most of them were just hard working people. They didn't deserve that. Their families didn't deserve that. Yet it happened. All because of a book. Why should anyone die because they read the wrong book or believed in something different? It makes zero sense to me. Again. I propose these questions to you in hopes, that yes, you might answer some of them. Even the ones you can't answer, that you might think about the people who you love and have loved who passed away. Would you want to spend eternity with them or with Hitler? We can't know what was said in that bunker before Hitler and Brown committed suicide. If they got forgiven for what they did to 6 million Jewish people and 11 million people in total, and I wouldn't simply for not believing, that sounds pretty fucked up to me.

[@karaokekraziness3891]

George Carlin was one of those comedians who gave no regard to who he offended. Nothing was safe or sacred. Everything was a target.

[@setonhillstudios]

As it should be from comedy! 😁

[@blacbraun]

Nobody should care if anyone is offended. That's on them.

[@jeromyaucoin17]

When offensive things can't be said in a comedic platform, society is in serious trouble

[@mikefish1124]

Not precisely true. He never kicked down. That's what makes him different from folks like Dave Chappelle.

[@patrickpersianni5314]

@@setonhillstudiosactually yes god sends you to hell ,

[@mickeykmiller]

Carlin is the GOAT. It's just a fact.

[@donsylvester2372]

The greatest comedic philosopher of our time. I grew up listening to his albums and memorizing entire routines. This is the kind of rabbit hole anyone with an IQ higher than a house plant should delve deeply into. He is the Professor Emeritus of Human Stupidity.

[@setonhillstudios]

Definitely have to keep digging into his stuff! Have a great day! 😁

[@coletedeux]

As a Pagan, there are people who say they will pray for me when they find out my beliefs. When they do, I simply say, "Thank you. And I will dance naked under the moon for you." Some are offended, others are not. I was raised in the Methodist Church and during my teen years is when I began questioning what I had been taught as a child. Books I had found, people I had talked to, news reports about certain "religious" leaders set me looking for more information. George's humor opened our eyes, hearts, and minds to look at things (all sorts of things/beliefs) from a different perspective. To question and think for ourselves about the things we had been told. To look back and see where those beliefs came from and how they had been shaped and reshaped over the centuries.

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@trishaurvan9439]

I am Pagan as well. Blessed Be. I was raised Southern Baptist and from a very young age I never felt safe or welcomed. It was so hypocritical to me and I discovered Wicca when I was 16 years old, and I've never been happier. I've been a fan of Carlin, Kinison and Robin Williams all my life. Carlin never sugarcoated anything. Miss him

[@coletedeux]

@@trishaurvan9439 Blessed Be.

[@ceougin20]

@@coletedeux I’m first a foremost a Christian but my dad, a devout Christian more so than myself, instilled in me that it’s ok to have doubts or question our faith because it’s in our nature. I continue to hold his beliefs. I took a Religion Studies class in high school to learn more about other religions. I value what I’ve lear ned because it brings me closer to my God as well as those who believe differently than I do. I don’t discriminate or think I’m better than other religious groups. Just as long as it doesn’t get violent. I’ve even come so far as to believe that we all worship the same god, we just worship in different ways, names, cultures because God is King of Man and we’re all Man.

[@barbaralee6410]

No, Frank Turek is not a physicist, he's a Christian apologist. His education includes a Master of Public Administration from George Washington University and a Doctor of Ministry in Apologetics from Southern Evangelical Seminary. Not science related at all.

[@setonhillstudios]

Appreciate it!

[@richardcardoza2579]

YOU HAVE TO ADMIT, YOU HAVE TO IGNORE COMMON SENSE TO BELIEVE IN GOD AND ALL THOSE STORIES.

[@setonhillstudios]

Not at all. Alot of those Bible stories are written in parables and context is key. As I was discussing with someone else, it’s hard for me to believe that the universe formed from nothing. To believe that there is a divine creator makes more sense to me as nothing in the history of science or the world has ever formed from nothing. We all put our faith somewhere and we all have various beliefs and perspectives. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@richardcardoza2579]

@setonhillstudios I'm sure u cherry pick like everyone else. Jonah and the whale, yeah ok. Talking snakes, donkeys, 2 of every animal on 1 big boat, God condoning slavery. Shall I go on? Go ahead and change subjects 😆

[@setonhillstudios]

@@richardcardoza2579 I’m not cherry picking. You completely disregarded my whole statement on the origin of the universe and moved on to various other subjects. At the end of the day, I’m not here to convince you one way or another. You are free to believe whatever you want as we all are. Thanks for hanging out and have a great one! 😁

[@ChrissonatorOFL]

​@@setonhillstudios Well, faith is a belief that is assumed without reason and defended against all reason. Understanding the big bang, etc. doesn't require faith, since it's a demonstrable fact. Although, the big bang is a misnomer, it was neither big nor a bang, it was the expansion of space and time itself. However, people seem to think that when Lawrence Krauss said "nothing" in "A Universe from Nothing: Why There Is Something Rather than Nothing" he literally means nothing, when he doesn't. It's also possible that the universe has always existed and something called a "big crunch" happens at a certain point where things compressed back down into a single point. Having a hard time understanding how the universe could have formed outside "God" or something similar is an argument from personal incredulity. "I can't imagine what else it could be, therefor this." We don't know what initiated the formation of the universe and science will happily say "I don't know." They won't just fill in the blank with something that can't be demonstrated either.

[@jackr2323]

@@richardcardoza2579 no need to change subjects. You believe life can “occur” from no life even though with every form of laboratory we can’t replicate it. How would someone so propagandized believe that the God who engineered DIFFERENT DNA for every living creature not make a donkey talk?

[@richardcardoza2579]

YOUR COMMENTS MAKE GEORGE SOUND EVEN MORE RIGHT🤔

[@setonhillstudios]

🤷🏻‍♂️

[@anthonyboucher7077]

The fact that you're open to discussion and other points of view puts you well ahead of 99% of "religious" people (says the man who who was expelled from TWO Catholic schools in the 60s-70s, once for asking "too many questions.") George had a similar experience, so...

[@setonhillstudios]

We should always ask questions and educate ourselves! Thanks for hanging out! 😁

[@hughshugdevlin6192]

@@setonhillstudios I was brought up in the catholic religion. My Father studied to become a Priest, then stepped out shortly before he was to become a Priest. He lived by Jesus' teachings, but also always discussed his religious beliefs with anyone who challenged his beliefs. He discussed, he didn't try to win anyone over. He taught me that anyone who needs help should be helped, no matter who they were. And he accepted my opinion that I didn't believe in a God. No fuss, no fighting, just talking and helping. Thanks Stephen ..

[@setonhillstudios]

@@hughshugdevlin6192 Absolutely!! 💯 Appreciate the conversation! Have a great day! 😁

[@phroz3n]

He's not open to discussion, his mind is made up. Rewatch everything he says. he already has his preconceived conclusions that he is confidently incorrect about, and is then forming an argument based on that.

[@setonhillstudios]

@@phroz3n Actually, I have taken the time to respond to many (if not all) of people’s comments and perspectives. That’s like me saying because you have differing viewpoints than me then you are not open to discussion. 🤷🏻‍♂️ How do you personally explain the universe materializing from nothing? I have a hard time believing that a divine creator was not responsible when no time in physics or science has something materialized from nothing. Have a great one!

[@kevinjones6435]

Check out his Ten Commandments bit.

[@RyanRichardsToby]

Christian Hitchens did a better Ten Commandments statement. The Hitch wasn't a comedian, but he was a genius.

[@gregj1295]

As an atheist that was very interesting, and as far as religious people, I wish they were all like you. Thanks

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for the kindness and have a great day! ❤️

[@alshotrodsandratrods8780]

Nothing exists outside of space and time except imaginary things. RIP George Carlin.

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for swinging by! 😁

[@hopeklemann1]

🌸 George was a philosopher more than a comedian really and he always backs up what he says with facts and logic and I just love him I've always loved him. he makes you think

[@IggyStardust1967]

"Should I be offended?" No. George was raised in a Catholic family "until I reached the age of reason" (his words). That man quite literally taught me to question EVERTHING. I started watching him in single-digit ages. He's not just a comedian, he was a philosopher who made us laugh. Definitely watch more of his stuff! Edit: Don't worry, Steven... he'll get to those points. 12:10 - No, I'm not perfect.... but as I read in a book once.... "Perfection is a road, not a destination." Also, I like to think I'm a lot closer than a lot of people. 14:05 - Has it, though? What if... and follow me here.... what IF..... your prayer and the end result was already part of that "divine plan". I coined a phrase a long time ago that reads: "You may be thinking that you're challenging fate, but maybe you're just playing into its hands." Also, it's perfectly fine to "agree to disagree", as long as you're not condescending about it. I don't throw shade on anyone who has different beliefs than I do. My wife is a bit hardcore Christian, and I come off as an asshole because we don't share beliefs. But I respect her beliefs. That's the difference. As long as you aren't hurting anyone, I don't care what you believe. That's YOUR business, not mine.

[@jackr2323]

It sounds like you respect that it is a Christian’s business to care what you believe. Thank you. God said it is NOT His will that ANY should perish and that is our prayer for you.

[@rustyhughes1372]

He was a commie who only supported free speech for leftists like himself.

[@setonhillstudios]

Freedom of religion is a beautiful thing and understanding that not everyone is going to believe the same as you! Have a great day! 😁

[@IggyStardust1967]

@@jackr2323 my beliefs differ from many. As Steven said, “investigate on your own, and make up your own mind.” I’ve done that. But I can have a basic respect for the beliefs of others.

[@jackr2323]

@ thanks for chiming in. Christ proved His deity and explained in John 14:6 “No one comes to the Father but by me.” I have no compunction to “respect” your beliefs. I respect that you as an individual can believe whatever you choose. MOST will choose foolishness: Matthew 7:13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: 14 Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.

[@mcgee227]

I studied Theology and religious history for 30 years. It took that to make me an atheist. Because its all been proven to have never happened. Historical fact.

[@setonhillstudios]

😁

[@hopeklemann1]

🌸 also George was raised strict Roman Catholic so he does speak from his own experience

[@GisherJohn24]

Catholicism is a religion. And he's correct. Religion can be very dangerous and yes, BS. But bad doctrine doesn't erase the obvious. A divine creator. And I'd argue with questionable doctrine. Catholicism destroyed my faith in God. I am however now reborn. I follow no religion persay. I just have faith in my divine creator.

[@davidslone9776]

If one plays a song by Brahms, and they do a poor job, and mess it up, who do you blame...Brahms??? Uh...NO. We are free moral agents, able to choose right or wrong, correct or incorrect. If truth matters, we blame ourselves, not God.

[@ChrissonatorOFL]

@@GisherJohn24 A divine creator isn't obvious, it's just humans filling in the gaps with what they don't understand, instead of simply saying "I don't know."

[@rhinno1969]

George grew up in a Catholic family. Later he played Cardinal Glick in Dogma 👍

[@GG-dc3qs]

What's your point?

[@stevencohen3925]

I love your attitutde. I'm an atheist, but we should be able to get along whether we have the same or different beliefs. Enjoyed your reaction.

[@setonhillstudios]

Let’s Gooo!! Love that and thanks for the kindness! ❤️

[@ImaCatMaia]

I'm only offended by religion when it's used to legislate a secular country, infringe on others' human rights, and otherwise cause pain.

[@setonhillstudios]

Makes perfect sense! Appreciate the insight and thanks for hanging out! 😁

[@LeeB41]

First of all; thank you for being open to other points of view. That is a refreshing change. Second: George was raised Catholic. Went to Catholic schools. Another interesting fact...Joe Peschi was in the front row at this show.

[@setonhillstudios]

Someone else said that! Hilarious! 😂

[@ThatJunkman]

if i go to heaven and my kids are in hell, how can i be in heaven know that

[@setonhillstudios]

Great question! I often wonder how if there is no sadness in heaven how would we not feel sad for our loved ones that are not there with us! Appreciate the insight!

[@donfette5301]

@@setonhillstudiosIt’s because Christianity at its core is anti-empathy. You can’t enjoy heaven without lacking the decency of empathy. I’d love to see a better assessment, but I fear that there’s not one. At least a logically sound, honest one. 😞

[@GG-dc3qs]

Why would you know that?

[@ChrissonatorOFL]

Carlin was ahead of his time, he made people think. See, that's the thing, God does send people to hell, it's just convoluted, because he's all knowing, therefor anyone who is going to hell, he knew was going to hell before they were ever created. It's like Jigsaw in the Saw series saying he never murdered anyone, despite creating the situation by which they end up killing themselves. Gravity and wind are both measureable, regardless of whether you can see them with the naked eye, as we have 5 senses, we can feel them as well, and with various equipment, we can see them as well. Unlike God or any god for that matter, we can't see, feel, taste, touch, or smell no matter what we do. I forgot who said it first, but they said "sin is an imaginary disease created to sell an imaginary cure." Sin exists because God allowed it to exist, even if you try to rationalize the reason for its existence, God is the creator of everything, therefore he's directly responsible for everything that exists. Prayer has shown absolutely zero efficacy beyond random chance. Saying that God exists outside space and time, effectively states that God doesn't exist. lol Since everything that we can show actually exists is inside space and time.

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for sharing your perspective and have a Happy New Year! 😁

[@robertbootier8223]

Bullseye. 🤙

[@GG-dc3qs]

Faith over facts is the religious way. It's crazy talk, it's childish and has historically caused more harm than anything else invented by man.

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for sharing your perspective!

[@Shoomer88]

No reason to be offended. Human beings have worshipped more than a 1000 gods in recorded history. He just doesn't believe in one more than you.

[@setonhillstudios]

Definitely no reason to be offended and freedom of religion is a beautiful thing! Have a great one! 😁

[@dasboot2761]

You sir are living proof that programming or brainwashing really works... religion holds us back as a species

[@setonhillstudios]

Not brainwashed at all. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Shayzare]

@@setonhillstudios You do understand that religion was forced by death to our ancestors If that wasn't brainwashing, then it is murder 🤠

[@Fast_Eddy_Magic]

If we're made in god's image, why aren't we all invisible! 😂

[@setonhillstudios]

Haha 🤣 That is a good one!

[@davidslone9776]

We are not invisible to God. Besides, we are made in His image, because He built in us His attributes of right and wrong...such as...we all think it is wrong to torture babies for fun. We all have an idea of what good is, and that good is better than bad. "Image", in this instance, is less about physical image, but more about attributes, and perception.

[@stevencohen3925]

@@davidslone9776 I think it's more about us having realized that if we cooperate with each other in order for our species to continue and thrive, we should promote well being and discourage doing harm. Groups that don't follow that goal tend to die off. I don't think a Supreme being is necessary to explain morality.

[@enigmoxical]

It is more correct to say that we ARE BEING MADE (present active tense) in God’s image.. I Corinthians 15: 47 The first man is of the earth, earthy; the second man is the Lord from heaven. 49 And as we have borne the image of the earthy, we shall also bear the image of the heavenly.

[@davidslone9776]

@@stevencohen3925 Oh but without a "supreme being", as you put it, then morality is subject to what each one thinks is right. So, Mother Thresa's idea of good and bad is on an equal par with Hitler's idea of good and bad. One society murders Jews, and another society throws virgins in a volcano, and both believe what they are doing is moral, and right, and correct. Humanity has to have a higher standard of right and wrong, and a morality outside humanity. One simply cannot have morality, without God. It would simply be "situation morality", based on one's personal beliefs, and/or one country's laws. If it was up to humanity, and a majority vote, then a country could vote to execute all people with red hair, and that would be "moral" to them. Without God, one individual's opinion of morality would not necessarily be that of another person. It would just be an opinion, since both opinions would be "equal, and valid". True morality has to come from outside humanity, to be consistent.

[@danielschartzer1396]

Awesome reaction 💪🏼👏🏼👍🏼 Thanks for that Stephen , and I'm just going to leave it at that AWESOME REACTION 💪🏼👍🏼👏🏼 Keep up the good work 🎯💯🇺🇸🫡 🙏🏽❤️✌🏽

[@setonhillstudios]

Really appreciate it and so glad you enjoyed it! Have a great one! ❤️

[@evelynsoth]

Gravity and wind can both be measured, we have plenty of scientific evidence for them, unlike gods.

[@setonhillstudios]

Appreciate the perspective. 👍🏻

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

That was possibly the best Christian reaction to this hilarious comedy stand-up. George Carlin was a philosopher of comedy - a PhD of sorts. A lot if what makes it so funny is that it is a series of facts that he uses to proceed illogically to a logical conclusion or something like that. I truly believe God has a sense of humor.❤😂😊

[@setonhillstudios]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😁

[@TrianglesAndCircles]

@setonhillstudios Glad you enjoyed it too and added perspective to it. Keep it rolling with George Carlin (RIP uncle George).

[@Immortalheart66]

George took us to church on this one. “Saving the planet” should be next. You will love it.✌️✌️

[@setonhillstudios]

I’ll have to check it out! Appreciate it!

[@reneelyons6836]

God, music and comedy. I need them all. 💙🎵🎶🎶🎶

[@rainpain3655]

Everyone believes that their god and their religion is always the true god and the true religion. People are just born into believing that their god is the true god yet same goes for their religion without ever questioning it. Thats exactly why you have to have faith in your god and your religion, to just make believe that your god is the only true god and that your religion is the only true religion. Religion is just the tooth fairy and easter bunny for grown ups.

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for your perspective. That theory still doesn’t answer how the universe began from nothing? 🤷🏻‍♂️ In no other areas of science would we accept that something came from nothing. Have a great one! 😁

[@rainpain3655]

@setonhillstudios well if you say that the universe came from nothing, then where did God came from? All Christians say that God was always here, but you Christians also say that it's impossible for something to come out of nothing. Hypocrisy much?🤦

[@setonhillstudios]

@@rainpain3655 Not hypocrisy at all! I agree with you that I cannot answer that question. That’s why I choose to believe that a Divine Creator put things into motion. Both of us don’t have the answers but we put our faith in different things. 👍🏻

[@Mike-rk8px]

Wait until you watch George Carlin’s “The Death Penalty” and “4 Groups That Gotta Go”.

[@setonhillstudios]

Can’t wait to check out more! Thanks for watching! 😁

[@garyedwardgray7549]

Don’t want to get into too much debate, I could write a whole novel here and I want to keep it short… no one wants to read a long comment, and I know it’s already going to be long, but… just wanted to raise a point about something you said repeatedly - people getting offended by others’ beliefs. No one (well, no one I know on the non-religious side) is offended by people of any faith having their beliefs. We respect that. The offense is taken when it is either 1) forced upon us or 2) used to promote hate. In case one you see it all the time with people talking about how we need to return God to the classrooms. This is pushed almost exclusively by Christians. If a Muslim teacher had his students do a call to prayer on Fridays, I doubt these same people would support and promote this. No, they’re just trying to indoctrinate innocent children into their own faith. It’s insidious and, frankly, since it’s an act against innocent children (who don’t necessarily have the free will, which you correctly argued about), it’s actually evil. Yes, we on the other side get offended. And on the hate side, yes, I do realize there are many in the Christian community, and I think, as someone who routinely views your channel, you are likely one, who do NOT espouse hate. But there are many who do. The anti-gay and anti-trans attitude. Many of faith argue that they’re not expressing hate; they’re just preaching what the Bible says. Well, they are certainly not expressing it in the compassionate and Christ-like way that the Bible would promote. I could get into an entire theological argument about whether or not the Bible is truly anti-gay in the first place. Most Christians think it’s obvious… Paul outright calls it an abomination. But context is everything. That’s a dubious passage to rely on for a whole multitude of reasons. Point is, it (the anti-gay sentiment) IS expressed hatefully by many of faith. Not just Christians, but also Muslims. And it’s not just anti-gay. For centuries religion, including Christianity (citing the passage about each to their own kind), has been used to support racism and even slavery. You and I may say that’s a bastardization of religion, but that’s not how it was perceived at the time. Many of faith viewed that as a perfectly reasonable interpretation of the scriptures. Heck, Loving vs Virginia was less than 100 years ago. For the majority of the existence of the Christian faith a huge percentage of believers used it to support racism. Even today, though they’re in a vast minority, some still do. There are still some folks in America who believe that interracial marriage is a sin. They may be a distinct minority now, but they still exist. Anyway, point is, those of us on the other side are offended by HATE not the faith you choose to follow. Bottom line: We (those of us on the other side of the fence) aren’t offended by your faith or your beliefs. We’re offended by the attempts (not by you, but by many within your faith) to jam it down our throats and the spread of hate and fear based on the faith. Again, this is NOT an attack on all within your faith. I believe you are not like this, and I have several wonderful Christian friends who follow a live and let live attitude. There are many, MANY beautiful people of faith out there. All I’m pointing out, is that there are also many who aren’t… and THAT is when the offense is taken. I just point this out for the distinction. You expressed multiple times… you were almost incredulous at people taking offense over other people having a different faith. I don’t know anyone who’s offended at people having a different faith. The offense is taken when the expressions of faith are harmful.

[@setonhillstudios]

@@garyedwardgray7549 Appreciate the insight and sharing! I honestly don’t know many people who are true followers of Jesus that are offended by others beliefs as long as in your words “it isn’t forced upon them or their children.” I think most people are live and let live. 🤷🏻‍♂️ This a debate as old as time that will continue long after me and you have left this Earth. I’m just a chill dude with a family that likes conversation and tries to keep putting one foot in front of the other. (As most of us are.) Thanks for being respectful and providing some great insight! Have a great day! 😁

[@padenj420]

R.I.P. George Carlin. I love that his daughter, Kelly, has finally been able to get his official channel up and running.

[@robertbootier8223]

No. I am not a "sinner". "Sin" is a religious construct. Scientists do not say "something came from nothing". That's what theists believe. I don't get offended from anyone. Not all perspectives are "belief" based. Atheism is non-belief, or an absence of belief. Theism is belief based. Good reaction. Glad you have the nuts to put your shit out there. 🤙

[@setonhillstudios]

Appreciate it! What is the stance on the universe coming into existence from an atheist standpoint? I’ve asked quite a few people but no one has given a response. Genuinely curious! Have a Happy New Year and thanks for hanging out!

[@thebravesoul]

​@@setonhillstudios Prior to the Big Bang, the universe was a subatomic singularity. The Big Bang was the rapid expansion (not an explosion) of this singularity into the seemingly infinite expanse we live in.

[@robertbootier8223]

@@setonhillstudios, atheists only have one thing that is 100% in common with other atheists. Atheists all lack a belief in deities. All atheists don't have the same understanding of cosmology, Me for example, pay attention to the basic science "physics, chemistry and astrophysics, biology, genetics", new discoveries etcetera. I embrace life my way. I want to know more and more before I croak. Knowledge is like good food for me. I'm an artist, musician, rock music fan, competitor. Words of wisdom: "Belief is not knowledge". 🤙

[@Holilo7]

​@@setonhillstudios The Big Bang emerged from a rapidly expanding singularity, not from nothing. No serious scientist has ever claimed that the Big Bang came from nothing. If you concentrate the entire mass of the universe on one point, the extreme gravity causes everything to condense into a very small space. Only religions claim that something was created from nothing. Where the singularity came from and why it expanded?...we have no idea! But I prefer questions that cannot (yet) be answered to questions that cannot be asked.

[@robertbootier8223]

@@setonhillstudios, atheism means a lack of belief in gods. It has nothing to do with cosmology. Personally, I prefer to follow the science. The big bang describes from the point time began. It's very clear what happened after the beginning of the expansion as science describes it as a scientific theory. Don't confuse scientific theory with layman's theory. They are the opposite. Scientific theories are a plethora of facts and evidence. I hope your New Year was enjoyed. 🤙

[@michaelmaldonado5648]

The great thing about George Carlin was he gave it to you straight from his point of view. If things offend anyone they don’t have to listen but the great thing about our country is our freedoms!

[@setonhillstudios]

Absolutely! Freedom of speech and religion are beautiful things!! 🇺🇸

[@kennethbartlett4302]

Your friend called you because you didn't show judgement and he knew you were coming from a real honest place. Kudos to you for sure.

[@debjorgo]

The History Channel aired a show on Christmas Eve called Banned From the Bible. One Christian book the was preached from back in the day had Jesus telling a disciple that no one really goes to Hell. He just can't tell people that or they would spend their life sinning.

[@setonhillstudios]

Never heard that one 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@FrankieDoodles01]

Joe Pesci came through on a couple of things God was having trouble with 😂😂

[@setonhillstudios]

🤣😂🤣

[@captrik17]

I think he hits more at the televangelist of the day, not so much religion. What they were preaching.

[@debjorgo]

Wasn't this around the time Jim and Tammy were crying and pleading for your money on TV and they had air-conditioning in their doghouse, about 20 luxury cars and who knows what else.

[@captrik17]

@debjorgo I believe so yes. So context of the era comes into play when watching.

[@coletedeux]

@@debjorgo Also the same time Oral Roberts was claiming that if you didn't send him a certain total of money, God was going to take him home.

[@bzbzob]

Zappa got into it too because the Reagan years really started the heavy Christian Right movement and laws were being written because "The Bible Said So," so religion was allowed to infiltrate the government even though it is forbidden and observant philosophical types like George and Frank and many many others saw it ruining the core of the USA, and, well, here we are today!

[@Ascavar]

One of the few video's I've ever actually sat through the discussion bit's. Honestly I'm not sure what it is that made you so compelling. You seem so "down to earth." A die hard religious person, but more grounded than a religious drone. Well thank you sir.

[@setonhillstudios]

Really appreciate that more than you know to be honest! Thanks for just hanging out! Hope you have a great New Year! 😁

[@LoneStarX]

I grew up listening to George, saw him live 3 times over the years. The problem with society today is you can't joke about anything for fear of offending someone. It's ruined what used to be comedy and that's sad.

[@setonhillstudios]

Absolutely! 💯

[@nickprince8611]

I'm on Carlins side 100%, ... but I'm not in the slightest bit offended by your beliefs. And glad you're not too ... thats the way it should be

[@setonhillstudios]

Absolutely! Thanks so much for hanging out and have a Happy New Year! 😁

[@tomre2769]

Carlin was great :-) I dont think we will ever have peace on this planet before we grow out of religion. It is nonsense, and I wish folks would see that 😊

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for your perspective! I have complete peace! Have a great day! 😁

[@tomre2769]

I kept watching, hearing your thoughts, and it seems to me, you somehow put people above or aside from the rest of nature, as something special? We are just another animal, who happens to have more cognitive abilities than other animals. But it is just random that we are alone at this point. Through time, there has been many species of humans on this planet, all off them have been here longer than us. What about them? There have been thousands of gods too, so who is right? What is the correct belief? At some point one must see that these are all ideas, nothing more, and the use it once had to control larger populations, is over. We need to move on from these fantasies, to grow. In my view. Islam seems to be the worst in our time, with the violence and such, but what we see now, in the middle east, well. I do think religion plays a very big role, and not for good. The bible is simply an edited text from a time of ignorance. Why would you pay any attention to it? And we can not count on something we have to believe. I would say, as Stephen Fry, if I met god. "How dare you"? Sorry. That was my rant 😁

[@setonhillstudios]

@@tomre2769 Don’t be sorry for the rant. Freedom of speech is a beautiful thing! 😁

[@jayarr961]

Until this reaction, I did not realize haow Christian you felt. Now I know. Knowing that, may I say, this was a very brave choice, for your first Carlin reaction. Point two, I thought you seemed a bit defensive at times. Comedy is always about something that is physical, factual or cultural. It is also about shining light on an absurdity about something we all see. If that light hits you, you have to smile and act like you get it. If it shines on something you don't take personaal, you get to laugh, another squirms. A good comic makes each of us squirm, periodically. A Comedian who can make you 'laugh at', and also make you feel 'empathy for' during the same segment is a master. Geoge Carlin taught these masters.

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for watching! I promise I’m not defensive at all just offering a different perspective to what he is saying. I have heard all of these points before but I do love his delivery and he is a funny dude! Can’t wait to check out more from him! 😁

[@hopeklemann1]

🌸 he also has a wonderful piece called seven dirty words.. it's it's really funny and it's when he was a lot younger I think you would like that one too

[@Boodieman72]

God answers all prayers but sometimes the answer is no.

[@johnpedersen2958]

Imagine adults believe in santa claus and the toothfairy and killing non believers. Imagine that

[@setonhillstudios]

Have a great day and thanks for watching! 😁

[@davidslone9776]

Imagine, in this super complex Universe, anyone believing that it all happened by random chance. Imagine that.

[@johnpedersen2958]

@@davidslone9776 Science is brutal. It can be proved.

[@QuentenOller]

Absolutely love your view on this man!

[@setonhillstudios]

Really appreciate that and thanks for listening and hanging out!

[@CKaye-yw1nj]

Just watched your reaction to George Carlin, and all I can say is: I like you. Though you asserted your channel is not about theology, it is clear to this practicing Catholic that you COULD have such a channel. I am enmorounsly impressed by your openness to hear George's "arguments", and by your fearlessness - and readiness - to Proclaim lovingly your differences with his conclusions. You clearly navigate the world dealing with many who do not share your beliefs, and do so with a charitable heart and without judgement - and I KNOW that is not easy. You are a warrior for Christ, and I will keep you in my prayers, that you persevere. As a result of your Carlin reaction, I subscribed to your channel, just because you...are you. :) Bravo, Sweetie.

[@setonhillstudios]

Really appreciate the kind words! Truly means alot! Thanks for the sub and have a Happy New Year! ❤️

[@glenantoney2333]

Show us the facts considering you believe in a higher power. I'm from Australia which is majority Atheist country. Because we have life so good here... we don't need to believe in a 'higher power'. You suggested that we need to do research... I suggest you might need too. Show us a glimpse of evidence bro

[@setonhillstudios]

I didn’t say “you” need to do research. I suggested that we all research and come to our own conclusions. Glad that you have an amazing life! I am blessed with a great life as well! As you can read in the thread, I’ve had many discussions with numerous people. It’s hard for me to fathom that the universe began from nothing as no other time in science or the history of the world has that ever occurred. Therefore, I choose to believe that there has to be a divine Creator that put everything into motion. 🤷🏻‍♂️ The beautiful thing is that we can all have differing beliefs! 😁

[@Fast_Eddy_Magic]

Ray Stevens has a song "Would Jesus Wear a Rolex on His Television Show?". I think you'd get a kick out of it.

[@setonhillstudios]

I’ll have to check it out! Thanks! 😂

[@Fast_Eddy_Magic]

It's about the TV evangelists who get rich off the donations to their "church". I'll pray to Joe and Saint (Mississippi) Squirrel for them. 🥸

[@arckocsog253]

This standup of George Carlin was the last nail in the coffin of me believing

[@setonhillstudios]

Appreciate you sharing! 😁

[@mickmcnabb6147]

rthis was refreshing dude. So many Christians watch this bit and get angry. you were great. and you engaged with it.

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks so much! ❤️

[@NarnianRailway]

Wonderful commentary and presentation of contrasting views. God bless you.

[@setonhillstudios]

Really that more than you know! Have a great day and thanks for watching! 😁

[@mickeydrennan1576]

Also, Turek isn't a physicist, he's a religion apologist. I suggest watching Christopher Hitchens absolutely dismantle Turek in a debate. It was magnificent.

[@setonhillstudios]

I watched their debate. Honestly, Christopher Hitchens didn’t really make any valid points. Pretty lackluster if you ask me. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@robertbootier8223]

@@setonhillstudios, you may want to watch the full, unedited versions. They are typically 1.5 hrs - 2 hrs long. But worth listening to. Little 10 minute clips take shit out of context in favor of the editor/poster. 🤙

[@Cardsncoinsmagicman]

@@setonhillstudios Hitchens dismantled Turek, he did with every single apologist he ever debated

[@patryn36]

the thing is, there is not one shred of proof of an entity like a deity anywhere, all we have is what a human has said or written and humans are known to lie. At best, any text is merely fictional stories themed around places, people, and events of the time they were written in designed to convey some principle.

[@setonhillstudios]

Appreciate your perspective! How do you believe that the universe began? (Just out of curiosity) Obviously, I believe that a Divine Creator put things in motion because it is difficult for me to believe that something came from nothing. How was God created? No clue. But in my opinion, to say the universe came from nothing or God came from nothing is pretty much the same argument it just depends on where you put your faith. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Have a great one!

[@patryn36]

@@setonhillstudios first off, the whole idea of matter arising from nothing is a severe miscalculation by the scientific community, one i do not share. No one knows how anything that far back got started, most likely possibility is that everything was collected into one object and as the last parts fell onto it, it caused the object to reach a critical density which started a shickwave that ripped the object apart spreading the matter outwards, like the big bang they have in their models. All energy has a particle associated with it so all energy is kinetic in the end. As for how special we are and such, think of it like this: we only have one chemistry and only one instance of that chemistry, any attempt to estimate the likelihood is terminally flawed because we have not worked out how it started in full. One critical element to that chemistry is phosphorus and its concentration is suggestive that the planet did not form with it but got dusted with it. Phosphorus is a supernovae product but the stars going supernova have to have a certain chemistry first. That means phosphorus is cosmically recent and that means the chemistry of life as we know it is only recently possible cosmically speaking. Getting any realistic answers anytime soon is unlikely when the ones that are supposef to be looking for thise answers are far too consumed by thoughts that do not logically track and they have many of such ideas. Is there things going on that are bizarre? Yes and i have seen one instanve of such. My dad and i spotted an ufo when i was under ten years old, we watched it until it vanished. The only things for certain about that object is that it made no noise we could hear, the sunset was behind it so we could not see its surface due to it being in the shadow side, it was flying, and when it vanished it was there one moment and the next moment it was completely gone. Anything else would be pure speculation but i have never seen anything like it since. Something is definitely up but so little information is available and you have far too many lying about events that are not the same for attention. The sum of what we do know is vastly dwarfed by the sum of what we do not know.

[@setonhillstudios]

@@patryn36 Appreciate the insight Very interesting….still to conclude that “everything collected into one object” seems like circular reasoning to me because then you have to explain what “everything” is and how that came into existence. Lots of interesting theories out there! You should start your own channel and discuss them! I’d watch! You seem knowledgeable on the topic!

[@patryn36]

@@setonhillstudios at this point and time it would impossible to determine the ultimate origin of the matter, any evidence of that would be scrambled beyond recovery, there could be countless edits of the universe before ours or this could be the first ever edit, either way it would be a question we would never be able to answer. I listen a great deal always seeking knowledge and my mind is always processing. One thing that is mainly responsible for how i am is that i focus on facts, the kind anyone can find even if they do not want them, and the most basic mechanics of reality and then i work my way up as far as i can go, i find interesting things and ideas like that that differ from what everyone else holds dear. Does not always work out well when it comes to other people though, being used to being an outcast helps with that, less distractions but it also makes it next to impossible to engage in the types of things that are common for people.

[@WalkawayRene12]

George Carlin is a comedic genius and makes you think about what you have been taught from childhood. Critical thinking LOL

[@setonhillstudios]

Always important! 😁

[@timhossack6837]

One of if not the smartest comedian of all time IMO..don't always agree with him but he makes you think and makes you laugh...the older he got the more controversial he got...should check out his early stuff like "7 words you can't say".."class clown "..."stuff"...all hilarious 😂

[@setonhillstudios]

Can’t wait to hear more from him! Thanks for watching! 😁

[@GormKjeldsen]

Respect for reacting to this. As an atheist it's always interesting to me, to hear how religios people think about these things. :)

[@setonhillstudios]

Really appreciate those kind words! Have a Happy New Year!! ❤️

[@187nemesis3]

You can prove the effect of wind and gravity. Try that with your God. And if you say you can see what your God has created in the universe, then you are already assuming that this God exists. That is a circular argument! It is always flawed. No, I don't believe that anything came into being out of nothing. That is a purely theistic assumption anyway. I just don't know what came before. Since I don't know, I don't assume that a supernatural existence is possible. Because I can't gain knowledge through ignorance.

[@setonhillstudios]

So if we are going with the angle that was has not been seen cannot be real then I assume you do not believe in any life beyond Earth? (Not including cells but actual “alien life forms.”) We cannot include eye witness accounts as there are people that have claimed to have seen God in physical form. (I have not) If your stance is that aliens are not real then you have a consistent argument. If your stance is that they “could be” then why not grant God the same optimism. Appreciate the dialogue and thanks for watching!

[@187nemesis3]

@@setonhillstudios As I said, of course something can exist that cannot be seen, such as magnetism, gravity, the strong and weak nuclear forces. So if it does exist, then it has an effect that can be measured somehow. We can see on this world that life can exist in places that are absolutely deadly for us humans, not only for us but for many living things on this planet. Nevertheless, life exists in these places. We can then see that there are trillions of galaxies with trillions of stars. We have found exoplanets within the Milky Way and we can detect an exoplanet at 28 million light years (M51). Based on what we can observe, it can be assumed that solar systems are very common. Somewhere, on one of the countless planets, conditions could well exist that allow life to develop. The question is to what extent it is intelligent and whether, if it is intelligent, we will ever be able to communicate with it. Light travels quite slowly in space... But maybe there will be a solution to this problem at some point. The question for me is not whether God exists or not. No one can provide proof of one or the other. Why bother with a question that no one can answer definitively? The question is how we want to know what he wants. Every religion can only rely on ancient writings for this. That is what is actually believed in the end.

[@187nemesis3]

​@@setonhillstudios Maybe I misunderstood you. Maybe by "life beyond Earth" you didn't mean life on other planets, but that something exists that we can't see or measure. Maybe it does. I don't necessarily believe that, but let's assume that it exists. What method would we use to make meaningful statements about it? Ask yourself what remains of a religion (no matter which one) without its respective (holy) scripture. For me, the logical error of all religions is precisely this problem. On the one hand, God is the unimaginable. But that doesn't stop religions from making very precise statements about the unimaginable. Religions provide precise ideas about something unimaginable. This even goes so far that they make detailed statements about when this person feels how and how he then reacts and decides. We often can't do that with people, but with an unimaginable being we know it for sure without any doubt.

[@kierstenridgway4634]

You know that your kids probably kinda know him. If they ever Thomas The Train. He was the narrator. 😂❤

[@setonhillstudios]

Oh cool!! 😂 Yeah we didn’t watch too much Thomas but now that you mention it I have to go back and see a clip! Love that! 😁

[@kidpoker007]

Yup seen this bit many times...Now its time for The Outlaws Green Grass and High Tides...The studio version of course :)

[@hopeklemann1]

🌸 sorry last comment LOL.... regarding the Joe pesci thing- so Joe is a friend of George Carlin's and was in the audience that night so hence the whole Joe pesci part.

[@setonhillstudios]

That’s hilarious! 😂

[@michaelway7936]

If you want to see George Carlin doing "clean"material ,check out his early appearance on The Merv Griffin Show in 1965- clean cut,suit 👔,playing"the game",not being the comic philosopher that he would later become,check it out,you'll enjoy it

[@setonhillstudios]

Appreciate the recommendation! 😁

[@budmorgan64]

"Case For Christ " is a good read , very informative .

[@setonhillstudios]

@budmorgan64 Great book! Thanks so much for sharing! ❤️

[@thehonestwoodcutterbradywe8011]

Omg you watched the GOAT.I'm here for it! Yes,he goes hard.and I Cant believe you watched this bit for your introduction.talk about jumping In. The deep end of the pool with no water and no neck brace or helmet! Wow.

[@Raven5150]

Hail the sun

[@setonhillstudios]

😁

[@bobdelp2023]

THE MANNNN SET THE BAR SO SO HIGH STEVEN😊, THE ABSOLUTE BEST💯 AND INSPIRED DOZENS OF COMEDIANS, R.I.P☹ TO THE COMEDIC PHILOSOPHER LEGEND THAT WAS GEORGE!!! 👍THERE'S JUST SO MUCH YOU CAN DO, I'LL FIRE A FEW ANOTHER TIME MAN! ENJOYYYY

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for hanging out! Have to check out more for sure! 😁

[@DisneyBatchman]

I've loved George Carlin since I was a little kid ... but let me tell you this ... if you want to do his routines on the Sunday School bus, you're going to have to work at it a bit. But I managed to do it. (Now of course some things you just can't do in that environment ... the 7 words? Not a chance ... but stuff like Ice Box Man, Cars and Driving, Baseball vs Football? Yes, those can be done clean (and still be hillarious!)

[@setonhillstudios]

Definitely want to check out more of his stuff! Thanks for the insight! 😁

[@SakeRecords]

George was born a Catholic. He died spiritual

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for sharing and have a great day! 😁

[@hopeklemann1]

🌸 Steven I think you would really like his skit called The ten commandments. it's a little less in your face but it's funny and it makes sense all at the same time

[@benpowersguitar]

You need to see his stuff in its entirety.

[@setonhillstudios]

Definitely plan on checking out more from him! 👍🏻

[@sherrygantt2158]

Thank you for telling a Christian's side to his jokes. It shows that you didn't take him seriously. I know God answers prayers. I have seen it first hand. I am not mad or offended. But i hate the F word. And, it hurts to know that not everyone believes in God.

[@setonhillstudios]

God absolutely answers prayers and I have seen it many times in my own life! Thanks for sharing! ❤️

[@13terapyn]

Not offended. You're a good guy!

[@setonhillstudios]

Appreciate it! 🤘🏻

[@richardsteiner8992]

Just keep in mind that religion is not the same as faith. At all.

[@setonhillstudios]

Great point! 😁

[@michaelmaldonado5648]

Oh BTW I’m also Christian!

[@ColKurtzknew]

You are correct: Carlin used theologically simplistic characerizations, cherry picking and strawmen to advance his bit. What he failed to understand or examine was his own religious/philosophical commitments and presuppositions. Clearly his audience lapped up what they wanted to hear and had little to no interest in critically thinking about their own worldview. Everyone is fundamentally religious with respect to their beliefs about ultimate questions of life. Carlin was no exception, much as he tried convincing his hearers otherwise.

[@billvegas8146]

Critical thinking doesn't include Magical Thinking.

[@ColKurtzknew]

@@billvegas8146 I think I mentioned strawman no ?

[@shawnlee5701]

You received my 'subscribe' when you said, "do your own research"

[@setonhillstudios]

As we all should! Don’t take my word for it…I am flawed and make many mistakes! Have a great one and thanks for hanging out! 😁

[@kevinjennings238]

"SINS" were Created by "Power-Hungry Priests" to Keep the "Sheeple" in Line & Subserviant to THEM!!!

[@setonhillstudios]

Appreciate your perspective. So do you believe in “Objective Morality” or is it subjective to the person? Thanks for hanging out!

[@itchyandred4131]

He really was the professor of comedy ✌️ I believe in God for sure but I do not believe in organized religion 🤔

[@setonhillstudios]

Appreciate your perspective! 😁

[@trevorporter4776]

in order to accept religion no evidence to prove that supernatural is even possible is needed. To accept religion just start with the belief and then you will be ready to accept anything. So, no supernatural anything has never been shown to exist. NEVER EVER. But that's ok because belief trumps fact. However, imagine you are in court -- charged with a serious crime. A crime that carries the death penalty. You know you are innocent. You have given your lawyer the facts to show that you are innocent. Will you then ask your lawyer to present the facts to prove you are not guilty ? Or will you ask your lawyer and maybe your pastor to just pray. Also if you are on a plane coming in to land and the pilot says that all engines have failed and a crash is very likely but all is ok because your pilot will pray for you. Also how many people do you know of have had a limb grow back thru prayer ? Finally, That 12 year old in the next town who is currently in bed firghtened by the sounds of footsteps approaching and the kid prays -- "please lord make him stop " But the kid is not saved. ( before you dismiss this senario check the statistics on the number of kids who are $e*ually assualed every day by a family member ).

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for the insight! Have a great day! 😁

[@travisloader3446]

I am more on the side of George Carlin's ideas. But I respect that you aren't judgemental and respect other people's beliefs. You're the type of religious person I like. I'm technically mirman, but not active. But one of the most caring and non judgemental people I know is my former bishop. He's not a bishop anymore and definitely not mine cuz I moved to another area. But even though my family was never active at all. He never once tried to get us to attend but was always there for my family. And actually still is. He paid for my wife's funeral from church funds. that passed away from an overdose on pain meds. Never judged. He helped when my mother and stepfather passed away to help me and my new wife get a new apartment cuz we were living with them with my disabled son. Then my son passed away at 27. He helped from his own pocket with what he could. And even recently helped my youngest daughter that has had hard times that has 2 children, out of his own pocket again. But I've seen other bishops in the area that will not help even if you do go to church or your not willing to go. So the way I look at it. Just be a good person. And he is one of the best people I've ever known. And he is still very religious. So I totally respect that you are and respect your beliefs, but love that you don't judge others beliefs. Keep up the great work. I love watching your content ❤😁

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for the insight and so sorry for your loss! Appreciate you sharing and have a great day! 😁

[@travisloader3446]

Thanks!!😊​@@setonhillstudios

[@js3599]

There is a Ray Stevens song called "Would Jesus Wear A Rolex"... Good example of the problems with religion... Not God or Christ... Just religion itself...

[@forresthouser5807]

Steve - If you truly enjoyed this one, I recommend following it up with his bit on the "10 Commandments". It will keep you thinking....

[@setonhillstudios]

Someone else suggested that! Appreciate it! 😁

[@douglasstrayer-ng5ql]

George used to be an Irish Catholic man !

[@MarcusC68]

You are such a sweet dude. Happy New Year!

[@setonhillstudios]

Happy New Year!! ❤️

[@ryanr5319]

Thank you for reaction sir! Happy holidays, Carlin is an astute learner and teacher. And a former Catholic, a religion that believes 100% in an actual devil and the supernatural.

[@tinaalicia]

I’m an ex Christian and I tried to watch this. But your first interjection about “god doesn’t send people to hell” explanation is too triggering for me. The explanation you give is equivalent to a husband telling a wife she made him hit her by what SHE did/said. Or the “what was she wearing” argument. I’m so happy I’m no longer Christian and don’t have to deal with gaslighting.

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for your perspective. So if God offers a path to heaven and people reject it time and time again, should he force them into his presence? Have a Happy New Year!

[@thebravesoul]

​@@setonhillstudios No. By the same token, he doesn't have to send them to a place of extreme torture either. The God of the Bible is like a mafia boss who breaks your kneecaps because you didn't pay him protection money.

[@WEHenry]

🤣yeah I'm a Christian also but hey it's comedy if you are a beleaver you won't get afinded👍

[@setonhillstudios]

Absolutely! 💯

[@johnlang1963]

Our life is temporary, what we do as individuals is up to the individual… after we pass on , who knows …✌️❤️

[@Code9]

Here's a thought about the subject of "belief" that I don't think can be refuted. On the question of believing in the existence of God, so many times I've heard devout Christians say " It's simple. All you have to do is believe". The problem with that is the fact that you can't believe what you don't believe. Here's the proof of that statement: Think of something you absolutely DO NOT believe. Now, try to believe that thing. You can't do it. The reverse is also true. Think of something you absolutely DO believe. Now, try to not believe it. You can't. The only thing that can change either of those two perspectives is for the person to have some sort of a deeply profound experience, the likes of which there is no alternative, reasonable, prosaic explanation. For example, if someone shows me a 2-legged chair and tells me it will magically hold me up without falling over if I sit on it, I won't believe it. But if I take a chance and sit on it and it does hold me up without it falling over, then I'll believe what they told me about it. But a key point about this that there can be no alternative scientific or commonly prosaic explanation for the fact that it holds me up without it falling over. If there is any sort of an alternative explanation then there is still room for doubt. In other words, perhaps there is, indeed, some prosaic explanation but that explanation simply hasn't yet been discovered.True "belief" has no room for doubt. There is no middle ground. It's a binary concept. It's either positive or negative. So that phrase "all you have to do is believe" needs a bit of an overhaul. I'm open to. being proven wrong. After all, I'm twice divorced. So clearly I've been wrong before. LOL (I enjoyed your reaction and your perspective, by the way.)

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for sharing and some great insight in there! Truly appreciate it!

[@davidvsr]

I was raised as a Babtist.I lived in the country, on a dirt road with 5 or 6 houses on it. When the Jehovas Witness would hit our road, the party line would ring and the first house would say...turn off your lights, the Jehovas are coming!" It was funny to see the street go datk almost instantly. One time my Dad said.... leave ours on. He answered the door with a bible in his hand. When they asked to talk about their beliefs, Dad said "I will listen to what you have to say if you'll listen to me. They left. To each their own I say '

[@setonhillstudios]

Haha 🤣 Facts! 💯

[@Fast_Eddy_Magic]

There's a joke that a Baptist is somebody who believes that if you hold someone under water long enough, they'll come around to your way of thinking.

[@alanfoster6589]

I had some come to my house one day. I let them in, we chatted, I offered cold drinks. When one of them brought up that "there's no fossil showing a direct evolutionary link between species," I said, "sure there is--here's one", and showed them my reproduction of the famous Archeopteryx fossil showing transition from dinosaurs to birds. They left.

[@neocryisis]

I give likes before I watch it. Based on your last comments. Because it’s your opinion, my dad was a minister. But people dislike people’s opinions. So thumbs up for you. Even if I find something offensive but not my opinion

[@setonhillstudios]

Well thanks for watching! Yeah, as you can see in this comment thread, most people have disagreed with me….but I’m cool with it! I honestly enjoy the discussion and various perspectives! Have a great day! 😁

[@JasonBenesh]

Keep in mind that Carlin grew up Catholic. The Christianity he rejected is different from your flavor.

[@frenchkjfan9]

Great reaction, & great comment at the end 👍! The more I watch your reactions, the more I find you to be a great human being, with so much positivity, it feels really good to see you. Religion is obviously one of humankind's most important topics. It reminds me of an author I studied at university, English poet William Blake. He held faith in the highest esteem, but found that organised religion was the problem. And, indeed, many times in history has a clergy or another taken the side of evil. What are your thoughts on this ?

[@setonhillstudios]

So glad you enjoyed it! I do agree that many times “religion” has been corrupted while a personal relationship with Jesus is the answer! I think we all have to discern what places and people speak Biblical principles and which ones are out there for themselves! Have a great one! 😁

[@scottsilverman9948]

HEY Steven,Hope had the merriest holidays yet. I love your reactions and that there are new ones everyday, music,comedy etc. Speaking of Holy stuff, Prince has some great songs. He has a song called God,one called The Holy River,one called Savior, many others including 1+1+1=3 where he talks about The Theocratic Order. HAVE A HAPPY NEW YEAR and look forward to more in 2025

[@setonhillstudios]

Definitely have to hit some more Prince soon!! Thanks so much for the kind words and have a great New Year yourself! Looking forward to some exciting things in 2025! 💜

[@astonsfan]

Well done sir.

[@setonhillstudios]

Thank you!

[@SquirminHermanthe1eyedGerman]

I was like Carlin, grew up in the Catholic religion, went to all the things they have, did all the things they did, & once I was old enough to come to grips with religion at 13 I knew it was BS & I was no longer a sinner & 45 yrs later after doing lots of research I have no regrets especially after a couple of 'incidents' in the early 70s! One thing about what Carlin says is that he cant be proven wrong! George was the greatest prophet that ever lived ✌💖☮

[@setonhillstudios]

Thanks for watching! 😁