Reply #5: Preparation & prayer are not mutually exclusive

[akvo]

People can pray and prepare at the same time. They are not mutually exclusive.

From your post, it sounds like maybe you are overly sensitive to the subject? The lady made a mild statement that doesn't sound like preaching at all. The man asked a question which you answered, and that was the end of the conversation. I don't see any preaching from him. Nobody interfered with you, hindered you, harrassed you, said anything rude to you.

And I do believe in God, specifically Christianity as outlined in the New Testament. In your terms, that means I believe in a God that plays favourites - only those that believe a certain way are saved and go to heaven. That's my choice, you can choose differently if you want.