Atheist Changes Mind

And then? Isn't this a contradiction? It provides purpose where he I thought he implied there was none. Maybe I'm misunderstanding?

holmes, What is the big problem with forever? Not that it's your viewpoint, but I see this as being offered as a huge hurdle to be explained {insert a god} all of the time. "Conscience Purpose" seems to be a human hangup that the universe is under no obligation to adhere to. Any insight?

Having worked in the healthcare field a bit he is sounding like one or both of the following that I've personally seen:1) Significant loss(es) of someone(s) he cared for. I've seen individuals accept theism based on their inability to cope with where and what will happen to that specific person (not themselves). Seems odd, but we all tend to "bank the fire" of our youth with increasing age....sometimes it's easier to "give in". Pure speculation, but obervations nonetheless.
2) A mild form of dimentia.

Agreed.Well, I'm 5 minutes away from hanging up my labcoat and finding out what my experiment results are, so I'll wish you Happy Holidays.p.s. Having been in that position I reminded myself that it is a transfer of energy, so there is no "end". I take encouragement from that...maybe you can/or have as well.