Administrators Gail Posted June 3, 2014 Administrators Posted June 3, 2014 What makes the difference between theory and reality as far as faith goes? I will propose that experience brings the theory to life in our brains, but it is believing the theory before it becomes sight that God wants to develop in us. I think that what prohibits our growth is lack of depth of comprehension. That is what Bible study helps us with, as well as Spirit enlightenment. Thoughts? Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Administrators Gail Posted June 3, 2014 Author Administrators Posted June 3, 2014 I often wonder why some people have such a difficult time in connecting with God Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
M. T. Cross Posted June 3, 2014 Posted June 3, 2014 If we are to be really really honest...... its all theory. Other than the personal proof a person may have in their life or even when people agree on the ideas, its still just theory. I am including my beliefs in that as well. None of us can PROVE it to be true. If we could there would be a whole lot less disagreements on matters of faith. Quote
Administrators Gail Posted June 3, 2014 Author Administrators Posted June 3, 2014 But does one actually need to prove truth? I'm again thinking of the "I love ice-cream" idea. If there is something one knows to be truth, such as that the person loves ice-cream, how far would one get looking for proof? Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
LifeHiscost Posted June 3, 2014 Posted June 3, 2014 If we are to be really really honest...... its all theory. Other than the personal proof a person may have in their life or even when people agree on the ideas, its still just theory. I am including my beliefs in that as well. None of us can PROVE it to be true. If we could there would be a whole lot less disagreements on matters of faith. To believe that an entity, the human body, which has some 32 billion molecules (haven't counted them recently) walking around with some cognizance, every molecule fighting for the life of itself, doesn't have a Designer, is to reject the obvious Truth and the One Who is that Truth? "They know the truth about God because he has made it obvious to them. For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see his invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature. So they have no excuse for not knowing God. Yes, they knew God, but they wouldn’t worship him as God or even give him thanks. And they began to think up foolish ideas of what God was like. As a result, their minds became dark and confused." Romans 1:19-21 NLT God cares! Jesus saves! Quote Lift Jesus up!!
Members rudywoofs (Pam) Posted June 4, 2014 Members Posted June 4, 2014 But does one actually need to prove truth? I'm again thinking of the "I love ice-cream" idea. If there is something one knows to be truth, such as that the person loves ice-cream, how far would one get looking for proof? qualitative things are subjective, and can only be measured, or "proven", by subjective means. In other words, it's opinion - truth to some, but not to all. Quote Pam Meddle Not In the Affairs of Dragons; for You Are Crunchy and Taste Good with Ketchup. If we all sang the same note in the choir, there'd never be any harmony. Funny, isn't it, how we accept Grace for ourselves and demand justice for others?
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