This is something that has always fascinated me too, but for the reverse. If I were an atheist I think I'd just be inclined to just ignore 'the religious' much as I am inclined to dismiss and ignore the opinions of other equally daft people. Atheists though seem to be compelled to try to destroy opposing opinions, and the debate so quickly devolves into personal attacks and mocking. The beauty though is that this is accepted openly by the true Christian. We expect the attacks and it will not sway how we feel. I welcome the abuse in the hope that one person will ask an honest question that I get to answer.
Minds far brighter than ours have openly debated these questions to a cumulative stalemate for generations. Here's a good page to download some debates to let your own decisions form: Ultimate Apologetics
In the end there's nothing new for us to add here other than what we as human beings believe. My belief just happens to be opposite to most of yours. That's fine, I respect your rights to your own way of thinking.
One caveat: some information is historically incorrect that was posted here concerning the selection of the Cannon. This is a good overview if you care to read a factual introduction: Council of Nicaea
Minds far brighter than ours have openly debated these questions to a cumulative stalemate for generations. Here's a good page to download some debates to let your own decisions form: Ultimate Apologetics
In the end there's nothing new for us to add here other than what we as human beings believe. My belief just happens to be opposite to most of yours. That's fine, I respect your rights to your own way of thinking.
One caveat: some information is historically incorrect that was posted here concerning the selection of the Cannon. This is a good overview if you care to read a factual introduction: Council of Nicaea