I was raised in a Christian household and was active in my faith for many years, but as I grew older I began to reason with myself. How can we prove a God exists? How can we prove one doesn't? And since there is no definitive answer to either side, I am now agnostic. I won't condemn anyone for believing or disbelieving in a higher power, but I like to believe that I believe in myself and that I wouldn't need help from some higher being to achieve my dreams and goals. EDIT 1: and just because you're raised a certain way doesn't mean you have to live that way... You can be raised an atheist and still find a god if you truly feel a connection. I believe everyone has the right to live the life they please without being judged or shunned.