Belief Cures Cynicism
And Prevents Fatalism
Belief is simple. It isn’t restricted by age or intellect or culture.
It comes naturally to all of us but doesn’t always stick around. It shifts. It shouldn’t be taken for granted.
Paul preached it. Peter preached it. Both were following the example of Jesus, who preached it before them. Obviously, it’s important.
It’s a timeless universal response common to all Christians. We shouldn’t allow it to get lost in the jargon or smothered by bad attitudes. Following are a few facts to consider.
Belief Is What You Can’t Prove
The things we believe are the things we cannot prove. That is why belief and faith are synonymous. The words can be used interchangeably.
In fact, because you can’t prove what you believe, any action prompted by belief is an act of faith.
Most people actually refer to what they believe as their faith. I used the word Belief here only to change things up a bit.
Belief Is Universal
Everyone believes something. The only way to avoid belief is to know everything about the past and the future. In other words, you must be omniscient.
Jesus doesn’t believe anything because He knows everything.
If you aren’t omniscient, you’re a believer in something.
- Every religious person has faith.
- Every scientist has faith.
- Every politician has faith.
We all believe something and act on it everyday.
People get up in the morning believing the day will be productive. They’re hopeful, which is a by-product of belief.
People target, visualize, and work toward personal goals knowing there are no guarantees. But realism teaches us that belief is the only way to make progress.
The Wright Brothers believed people could fly and acted on that belief. We all know the outcome of their efforts. [Read more…] about 11 Facts About Belief (aka Faith)
