I think im a very logical...?

Question

person. so i need proof of religion.
i think that the only reason why i am a Christian is because i grew up that way.
obviously i need to find out for myself.
but how do we know the bible isnt one big book?
i really need the proof.
and yes. i know if i pray for it...
but i cant pray to something that i dont know even exists.
its complicated.

Answer 1

There is no such thing as a "proof." I personally believe in God because I have had lots of supernatural encounters. Other than that I cannot think of anything else that would justify belief. There is a big difference between theorizing about God's existence, and encountering Him. If you want to know if he is real, you need to seek him.

Answer 2

Faith, by definition, is a belief in something which cannot be proven by any concrete means. Since that is the nature of faith, I doubt you will find the type of proof you seek.

Honestly, I suggest you pray anyway, even if you feel like you are just talking to the air. You needn't do it aloud, you can talk to the Creator in your head if you like.

I, too, am a logical person. I found out what I truly believe, or rather found my faith, when I least expected it. It was prayer which opened the door for me.

I had gone through something really terrible, and every night I prayed to the Creator that I might be allowed to either die in my sleep, or have the strength the next day to take my own life. I prayed for that same thing every night for weeks and weeks, often feeling like all I was doing was talking to the air around my bed, or talking to myself and trying to talk myself into the courage to kill myself. One night, to my surprise, I got an answer. It was the last thing I expected, but it made me a believer.

I don't attend any church--I left the one I was raised in when I was a teenager. I have tried others out, but I have never found the right one for me, and at this point I am fairly comfortable with the notion that there will never be an organized religion which suits me enough for me to jump into it with all my heart. I am okay with that, because I have ended up skipping the middleman, so to speak, and have gone directly to the source.

When I speak of the Creator, I don't mean a nice old man in white robes with a beard. What I believe in is less refined than that, and more of an energy, a good energy, than anything else. The main thing is I now know it is there. There is nothing that anyone could ever say to me which would change my mind, because I got confirmation of something I wasn't sure of that one night when I was praying. I basically prayed from desperation, sure my entreaties were falling on deaf ears, and instead I got a big, fat confirmation. I don't mind telling you it surprised the hell out of me.

So try praying. Don't look at it as the formal, on your knees, beseeching God type of thing. Look at it, instead, as a dialogue between you and something or someone who may or may not be there. Try it for a while and see if you don't get results.

I am afraid that's all I can offer. My logical mind has no explanation for what happened that night, but my intuition tells me that it was real, and not just a product of my imagination, or a random firing of neurons.

Be well.

Answer 3

The second line in your description tells me you feel like i felt years ago. Well I went looking for proof because I too can't put trust in something I can't see. What I found was extensive evidence that religion (especially Christianity) is basically just an extensive story that has many many forms. What I found was the entire thought of Christianity is based off an Egyptian religion (or story if you will) about the "Sun" god Horus. Horus was born of a virgin, on December 25th. He was greeted by three wise men, was killed and crucified. Had 12 disciples. Was resurrected after three days. Believe it or not there is several stories all with the same storyline of what I have stated above and every single one of them is from way before the time of Christ. Now I am not saying that Christ is not real. He could have been a real person. Basically what I looked for I couldnt find I found the exact opposite and believe it or not i found comfort in the fact that I had actually found truth in something, be it one way or another. I really recommend you watch the independent film Zeitgeist. It says what I said but in such further detail and is much more extensive. The first half of it is entirely about religion. You can watch it here free: http://zeitgeistmovie.com/ Religion is something people use to make them feel comfortable about where they will go after they die. You have to be a strong person just to accept what is real from what is myth. Also I want to add I believe in "something" but I don't particularly care what it is nor do I worship anything. Look around at nature and study it and realize that the beauty is not born of a biblical figure but something way, way beyond our reach of judgement. Goodluck.

Answer 4

There are very many partisan books out there, but even as an atheist I'd recommend
"The Case for Christianity" by Colin Chapman.
It's easily and cheaply available second hand on-line.

It has the best overview of the issues of belief, as well as the most even-handed presentation of all the major faiths and philosophical postions, that I have ever found in one volume.
(In my opinion. As with several of my "best books", I keep one for me, and one for lending)
It helps that this is largely achiieved by using quotations from insiders of each point of view, rather than outsider's commentaries.

If you work your way through that your path and choice may not become instantly clear, but you will be much better placed to decide what your next steps should be.

Answer 5

No matter what religion you are...is all based on faith. One hundred percent. There is no other way around it. I don't think anyone truly knows that what they worship is real until they die. I myself tend to believe in Eastern Philosophy and lean towards Buddhism. But, I take it for what its worth as a general life principle. I don't worship Buddha, because he was just a man, however, his life was a great one because of his philosophy's in life and the things he said were very wise in perspective to life. Each person must find his own path to "God" if that is what they believe in. If you don't know if your god exists...try digging deeper and getting more meaning and understanding, ask your god for it. Do what you feel is right but try to get to know what you are worshiping as much as possible, fill yourself with information, study it and know it. But live true to yourself. The study of religion is not a bad study. Everyone has something they believe in, and if they beliveve it...they should study it. Unless you are Athiest, then you are just all dressed up with no place to go, which is ok too. People are way to critical of everyone's beliefs but that is what makes us great, we can each believe in what we individually want to and we have the freedom to do so. My greatest suggestion to you is before you worship something or someone, find out as much as you possibly can and gain knowledge of it. Good luck in your search and have faith,remain steady on your path, and do what YOU feel is best, not someone elses suggestion of what they think is right or wrong, there is nothing wrong with the path that you personally choose :)

Answer 6

Try "The God Delusion" by Richard Dawkins but don't stop there.

"The Case For Christ" is a flat-out lie, written by a born-again under the guise of journalism but he only interviewed believers, no skeptics. His name is Lee Strobel, who once worked as a business editor for a Chicago newspaper. Now, he makes millions off of his megachurch and books. A rightwing fanatic I'd avoid.

In the 1870s, Robert G. Ingersoll wrote a masterpiece titled "Some Mistakes Of Moses", one of the earliest books to take on the Old Testament with gloves off. Eloquent, yet to the point, it remains one of my favorite books.

If you'd like some Christian reading that isn't down your throat and in your face, I recommend Bishop John Shelby Spong. I quite enjoy reading him.

Answer 7

Well this isn't proof of "religion" or spirituality, but I want you to think about this real hard....The very first molecule in existence/whatever forces it was that caused a bang/creation....they did not come from absolute nothing. You cannot take absolute nothing and make a molecule (or anything for that matter) without creating it.....The first spec, the first matter of the universe be it large or small had to be created by something.....it did not just go "SMACK" and appear from void......

I too needed proof, and this is where it all began for me....After understanding this I then realized there cannot be more than one God because that limits ones powers. And no God has limited anything.....That helped me eliminate 99% of all religions right there....then comes the nitty gritty down and dirty research work...Good Luck, God Bless

Answer 8

First, you are right and very mature to understand that the only reason you follow the faith you do is because that is the one your parents introduced you to, as well as to have the need for justification for these beliefs. Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence. What you should do is be as open-minded as possible to all religions and beliefs. You will find the one (or lack thereof) that is right for you. Good luck!

Answer 9

I consider myself very logical, too, and I am a Christian. I am constantly awed that God has created us in such a way to even be able to think logically. To have a concept that is beyond just the "now".

But I digress. It's not logic alone. Faith is such a major part it is THE part. Unfortunately faith cannot be taught. But let no one tell you that faith and logic are opposed to each other. They walk together hand in hand. It sounds like you already have your answer. Try praying, and pray for faith, not just proof. Then the faith will be the proof.

Einstein said, "Science without religion is lame. Religion without science is blind."

Answer 10

I think you should not follow if you are not believing or things which do not have any proof of logical meaning.
The best thing is to do is find a solution .Study about another religions select correct one.

I suggest to study about Buddhism. Its purely logical you do not have to follow if u r not believing .Its a Philosophy.

Try it.