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Originally Posted by Angela 
Are you an aleprechaunist because you are skeptical and closed minded about the possibility of the existence of the wee folk?
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LOL!
aleprechaunist... great word!
I see your point, but I do believe there is a difference between skepticism and closed-mindedness. I am
very skeptical about the existence of leprechauns, much (apparently) as you are about the existence of God. However, I do not consider myself closed-minded about it.
And, frankly, by your statement that compelling evidence might sway you, you don't sound closed-minded either.
By my definition and understanding, skepticism is a healthy bit of doubt about something, and it can be very useful in attaining the truth. Closed-mindedness takes it too far, because no new evidence or information is allowed in to disturb the established beliefs. That is where the skeptic forgets to be skeptical about his or her skepticism!
Shamou, I meant to mention...
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Originally Posted by Shamou My God is good... he loves and protects me... and all He asks in return is a little gratitude on my part... |
This is only
my belief and opinion, but God's desire for your gratitude isn't for God's benefit. Nobody is served more greatly by your gratitude than you yourself.