The most significant problem with trying to justify any belief, philosophy, or religion on faith may be the fact that there is no good reason for only allowing a single religious group to use it. If one person can offer it as a defense of a religious tradition, why can't a 2nd person use it to defend an entirely different and incompatible religious tradition? Why can't a 3rd person use it to defend an incompatible, secular philosophy? They can't all be right, so at best only one is right while the other two are wrong (and it may be that all three are wrong).
2007-07-20 15:15:50 · 10 answers · asked by 8theist 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
http://atheism.about.com/od/argumentsagainstgod/a/FaithReason.htm
2007-07-20 15:16:00 · update #1
This is why there is no "right" where faith is concerned. There is no validation for faith, just the faith itself.
2007-07-20 15:22:50 · answer #1 · answered by Jack B, sinistral 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
In today's society, faith means something different to everyone. You have your secular beliefs and your occult beliefs and your church of scientology beliefs and you have you Christian beliefs. God tells us judge not lest the be judged. So how can I tell you who is right and who is wrong. From a person aspect, I have faith in Jesus Christ. Some call it blind faith and that's ok. I know how it has worked for me and I would be overjoyed to share it with the world. But for the sake of the subject here I will not. You have a good point when you ask who or what faith is right. These days that's a matter of personal opinion. I do hope that you find faith to work positive for you. THere are many rewards that go with wholeheartedly believing in Jesus Christ. Believe me I know. He saved my butt numerous times. And he tells us that even if we don't understand faith, all we need is for it to be the size of a mustard seed. Great things happen because of faith.
2007-07-20 22:40:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Faith that is not founded upon reason and the Word of God is fantasy. You are quite correct in saying that two opposing views cannot both be correct. The Bible has many proofs for why it should be trusted above all other books.
http://www.jesus-is-lord.com/divine.htm
The Divine Inspiration
of the
Bible
by Arthur W. Pink
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Table of Contents
About This Book
Title
Introduction
Chapter One: There Is a Presumption in Favor of the Bible
Chapter Two: The Perennial Freshness of the Bible Bears Witness to its Divine Inspirer
Chapter Three: The Unmistakable Honesty of the Writers of the Bible Attests to its Heavenly Origin
Chapter Four: The Character of its Teachings Evidences the Divine Authorship of the Bible
Chapter Five: The Fulfilled Prophecies of the Bible Bespeak the Omniscience of its Author
Chapter Six: The Typical Significance of the Scriptures Declare Their Divine Authorship
Chapter Seven: The Wonderful Unity of the Bible Attests its Divine Authorship
Chapter Eight: The Marvelous Influence of the Bible Declares its Super-Human Character
Chapter Nine: The Miraculous Power of the Bible Shows Forth That its Inspirer Is the Almighty
I. The Power of God's Word to Convict Men of Sin.
II. The Power of God's Word to Deliver Men From Sin.
III. The Power of God's Word Over the Human Affections.
Chapter Ten: The Completeness of the Bible Demonstrates its Divine Perfection
Chapter Eleven: The Indestructibility of the Bible Is a Proof that its Author Is Divine
Chapter Twelve: Inward Confirmation of the Veracity of the Scriptures
Chapter Thirteen: Verbal Inspiration
Chapter Fourteen: Application of the Argument
I. We Need to Seek God's Forgiveness.
II. It Is the Final Court of Appeal.
III. It Is the Ultimate Standard for Regulating Conduct.
IV. It Is a Sure Foundation for Our Faith.
V. It Has Unique Claims Upon Us.
2007-07-20 22:21:59 · answer #3 · answered by Martin S 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
And do you have faith that that statement will stand up to scrutiny? Why do some people need to be so long winded ? Personally I have always had a problem with blind faith ( I presently have a suit against me from the Americans with disabilities because of this) Faith need not be blind. In certain ways it can be tested as if using the scientific method. Looking at the data both pro and con. ( being fair in doing so, so as not to bias the research.) Testing it. Does it fit with other truths? Does it makes sense of other things? During times of doubt was what you had faith in able to hold up under scrutiny?
2007-07-21 00:27:30 · answer #4 · answered by David F 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
What are you having faith in?
If you have faith in a living God who has the power to create heaven and earth your faith will accomplish something.
You don't "use" faith, you have faith in someone or something.
Scripture says "Faith comes from hearing the Word of God" so don't get off on a path that has no end. Study the Bible and learn who Jesus Christ is, ask Him into your life, study God's Holy Word and the answers will be shown to you.
2007-07-20 22:25:50 · answer #5 · answered by LeeBoy 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Now you've done it! I am going to have to actually THINK!! LOL -- At the core of all religious beliefs is God--and no one faith holds ownership of God. Guess we will all have to share! This includes Atheists. Blessings!
2007-07-20 22:25:35 · answer #6 · answered by Native Spirit 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, people just have to take the risk of being wrong.
It is by faith that you expect to be alive next year, but you really don't know if you will be, so why plan a vacation next year?
2007-07-20 22:20:58 · answer #7 · answered by Nels 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well said! Here, have a star.
2007-07-20 22:21:12 · answer #8 · answered by Desiree 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Because you don't believe whats right (haven't chosen the right faith) !
2007-07-20 22:21:29 · answer #9 · answered by Alicia 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Leave that which you have nothing to do with. Do not speak of that which does not concern you, and guard your tongue like you guard your money.
2007-07-20 22:26:19 · answer #10 · answered by MUHAMMAD 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋