Using Reason as a Bridge to God

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Using Reason as a Bridge to God

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Many wrongly think discovering God is merely a blind faith thing that ignores reason. This author says that reason alone can lead one to discover God. But they have to be honest with what their reason indicates:

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Surprising Kenny didn't chime in on this - as many atheists assume that Christians believe in Christ and God on faith alone!

y:-?
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Philip wrote: Wed Jul 31, 2019 6:19 am Surprising Kenny didn't chime in on this - as many atheists assume that Christians believe in Christ and God on faith alone!

y:-?
Not surprising at all.
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Faith = Trust.
Ever heard of "blind" trust ??
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How Reason Can Lead To God: A Philosopher's Bridge To Faith...

gotta get me that book!
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