Why Is Atheism So Important?

What good will atheism do when it's only a temporary condition?
It offers no hope for those who claim to be its follower; as a matter of fact, it takes away hope from those who need to have hope. It's a wonder why we have so many suicides.
It'll never win against the Truth of God being that it's a lie from the very beginning knowing that no lie can win out against the Truth of God.
Those who claim to follow it refuse to support it giving the lame excuse that they don't have to support it. Why? Do they know deep in their hearts that it really is a lie? If that is so, why do they keep following it? Do they really hate God that much?
Atheism is for the dead and not the living. As Jesus said in Luke 20:38, "For He is not the God of the dead but of the living, for all live to Him.”
Understand, I'm seeking answers and not arguments.

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SW-User

A great Jewish spiritual master, Hayim of Tsanz, was asked, "Why does God allow atheism in the world? What use is it?"

Rabbi Hayim answered: "It is very useful. When someone in need asks you for help, don't tell them 'God will help you!' Be an 'atheist' - help them yourself!"

LadyGrace ·

@SW-User You don't have to be an atheist to help someone.

SW-User

@LadyGrace No, of course not, and neither was Rabbi Hayim. But there is a temptation for religious people to leave everything up to God, and he is saying that atheism is a reminder of our own responsibilities.

LadyGrace ·

@SW-User that's what faith is all about, to take our eyes off of ourselves and the circumstances, and place our trust in Jesus to help us, instead. He is in the miracle business. He has given me a few miracles and especially my daughter. That's what Jesus said to do in His Word. We can take care of ourselves, certainly, but we can't heal deadly diseases, without exercising our faith in Jesus to help us. He has the power to heal. Now, we can do things to help our body heal and be healthy by eating the right things, but only God has the power to heal us, when we've done everything we could do, but weren't able to get ourselves completely well. He is the Great Physician. Only He, can work miracles.