Q&A: Most atheist arguments are refutations rather than positive cases for atheism — is that a problem?

John responds that it is somewhat natural for atheism to be mostly reactive/refutational since Christianity makes the positive claim. However, he cautions that this position can be abused by simply saying "no" to everything without genuine inquiry — "playing skeptic" dishonestly. As long as the game is played fairly with genuine openness, John does not see a fundamental problem.