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The parable of the allotment. Part 2

The parable of the allotment Part 2 Now, this parable of the allotment is clearly really about God, and the gifts he gives. However, before anyone thinks, “Oh, so it’s not true then; it’s just a story about a made-up figure”, I need to emphasise that this parable is completely true. Well, maybe there’s oneContinue reading “The parable of the allotment. Part 2”

Framework of understanding. Part 2

Framework of understanding Part 2: What does this mean for faith? The universe came into being without God. Although the design argument for God’s existence has been very seriously undermined by evolution, the cosmological argument for his existence is still strong: how can something come from nothing? However – perhaps counter-intuitively – scientists seem veryContinue reading “Framework of understanding. Part 2”

The parable of the allotment. Part 1

The parable of the allotment (Coming in 4 parts) Part 1 Imagine that a neighbour gives you a message one day. “Did you know that there’s an allotment in our area, where you can go and get free fruit and veg? Yes, it’s run by this old chap, Arthur, and he just loves growing things.Continue reading “The parable of the allotment. Part 1”

Framework of understanding. Part 1

Framework of understanding Part 1: Ultimate reality must be tied to the Big Bang and evolution So, what is this framework of understanding that might have universal appeal for both believers and non-believers? It would not mean that everyone must become a believer, but it would attach belief to ultimate reality in a way thatContinue reading “Framework of understanding. Part 1”

Framework of understanding idea related to God is the voice in our heads

Framework of understanding idea related to God is the voice in our heads Some ideas fall into a special category of idea, that I call “toolkit” ideas. That is, they are valuable models that we can use in all sorts of situations; they are overview templates which we use to organise all the events inContinue reading “Framework of understanding idea related to God is the voice in our heads”

The journey of doubt. Part 4

The journey of doubt Part 4 As I say, I have now answered these questions to my satisfaction, but I am concerned to answer them to the satisfaction of anyone concerned with truth. There has been the age-old battle between believers and atheists, but they tend to argue at cross-purposes. Believers say, “Take the leapContinue reading “The journey of doubt. Part 4”

Just a sip of truth is enough

Just a sip of truth is enough It’s looking beneath the surface that you’re so good at. Things that I just can’t see – even though they are in my own heart and mind – you can see. And you work away to bring them to the surface, till at last I face them, andContinue reading “Just a sip of truth is enough”

The journey of doubt. Part 3

The journey of doubt Part 3 So, I am alright! I have come through the valley of the shadow of doubt, and I don’t anticipate anything being able to knock my confidence in God. In this respect, I will be OK for the rest of my life. However, as someone very keen on the philosophicalContinue reading “The journey of doubt. Part 3”

The journey of doubt. Part 2

The journey of doubt Part 2 Therefore, what I have wanted through my life is a sense of certainty. I truly do love God, but I don’t want to be a fool and believe something that is false. In my own life, a sense of certainty is what I have now attained. I have anContinue reading “The journey of doubt. Part 2”

Waterlilies

Waterlilies When I was at school in the 1970s, one day we had outside speakers who frightened me. I can’t remember much about it, but I think they were talking about the impending crisis of over-population, and they used an illustration of waterlilies. Apparently, waterlilies can double in size in a single day, and ifContinue reading “Waterlilies”