Re: Off the subject.......
Originally posted by Sonofhaig
The "G" in GOD should be capitalized. (It's a sign of respect)
Otherwise, (My opinion) don't use the word....
Only in monotheistic relgions does it make sense to capitalize the G, following the belief that their is a single entity whose name is "God".
To a polytheist, there may be multiple gods that the person is appealing to, and of which might be respectfully referred to as god, which is not the name, but the type. Think of me calling you Mister, instead of Bob. In many circles Mister is _more_ respectful than Bob.
Finally, to anyone who believes in a higher power, but does not know it that higher power is a God, several gods, aliens, a "force", or our imaginations, they might use a generic term like god merely to expediate communication with others who may have differing belief systems. Wittingly or not, the underlying that mode of communication is an attempt to give respect to others.
Your assumption that there is only one God, and an insistance on others moulding their beliefs to yours is actually not respectfull, to the people, and to this god concept.