I don't necessarily think it is about winning an argument, mate.
Now, I will state I am a firm believer in God (having strayed away from the faith for a number of years) - but so much of what I see in today's society, coupled with things that have happened in my life, has grown my faith even stronger. Now, I will say I still question elements of it - but there is so much in my mind that makes me a believer.
With that out of the way - A huge problem with this forum is the moral high ground people make in their arguments. I think when we state our points, it feels like everyone is trying to "one up" another with a point of view that their's is of a more valid opinion, in an effort to change another persons' point of view. I am generalizing everyone in the same arguments, so do not take this personal, this is just an overall observation made.. If you cannot tell - not a single person has changed sides - maybe it has opened up our minds a little (for me, I have done more research on peoples thoughts and ideologies, but again it has only strengthened my position), but it's not like we have one person who was very pro one way, now completely in the other direction.
Which is why I think the dialogue of late has been good - and it's about time. The toxic environment isn't good, and just adds fuel to the flames of identity politics. Let's not stereotype - I would have a beer with anyone in this forum, because we have one thing in common - and it's the one thing that drew us here. Everything else is background noise.