Is christian rhetoric/debate without bible quotes possible?

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Timbo

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Is it possible for a christian to argue their faith without using specific quotes from the bible? Would they be limited to their personal revelation and/or experiences?
Is this akin to asking Atheists to argue their viewpoint without using scientific knowledge?

I quite like a decent two-sided debate, but it seems like christianity (and pretty much every other religion) has the foundation of its argumentative justification set upon their holy texts, which are almost always riddled with contradictions and fuzzy logic that is outdated by several millennia.
EDIT - by 'scientific knowledge' I was trying to convey instances such as a hypothetical atheist using geology to prove the world was older than 6000 years old. I wasn't trying to imply that every atheist applies scientific method to their debate.

I'm not an Atheist by the way. It was just implied by the question. Thank you for the replies from all sides so far, it gives me faith in enlightened discussion despite the circular, intractable arguments that you seem to see a lot here.
 
Probably not. Our faith is based on the God who reveals himself in the Bible, therefore we will always refer to it. Now if you would want to discuss morality or religion in general, yes, it can be done without bible quotes. Thanks for asking.
 
I could debate my faith all day long without quoting once from the bible. We can all only draw from personal experience in any debate.
Scientific knowledge in a lay person (non scientist ) is actually a faith position because you have to accept the integritity of the scientists work.
I simply believe that God (from the English word good) is the creator of everything and someone I can talk to when I feel alone and vulnerable.
You have (and I have) free will to believe whatever makes you feel good (God).
Good question
 
Many people discussing other topics not pertaining to religion like for others to offer some supporting information to go along with their viewpoints. *Theological* viewpoints are indeed likely to be biblically based. If one would prefer a discussion of opinions without such citations, I'm sure that one need only to request it.

Peace be with you.
 
Whoa! Excuse me? I happen to use the scientific method in all things, but it is not part of my atheistic stance. Argue my viewpoint? There's no argument. I don't believe in god. Period. End of argument.
 
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