Recent conversations about my questions have put some things in perspective for me. In one instance, I brought up my questions about the validity of the Bible in apologetics. Everyone received the questions as a challenge worth searching out the answers for.
I was a little reluctant at first to drop my questions on apologetics because I didn't want to shake anyone's faith, but then it occurred to me that the Bible is supposed to be able to stand up under any scrutiny. My fear was unfounded then since, given the infallibility of the Bible, there is no disproving it.
In another instance, I was talking with a Christian co-worker. Upon hearing my questions he cautioned me that I might be obsessing over my own understanding and causing a stumbling block for myself. After taking him through a little of my reasoning he was pretty convinced that I might be unraveling my faith. We prayed and laid it at the feet of God. In this instance, I really saw the reluctance people have to actually
really question their Bible and faith. I doubt I'm on uncharted waters, however, so I'm continuing on.
In another instance, I spoke with a separate co-worker who is about to become a pastor. His reaction was to listen and admit that he didn't know the answers, but he never said that the pursuit was wrong. In his mind, questioning the Bible is expected.
With him, I was able to fully voice my theories. One of the logical consequences is that the New Testament does not belong while the Old Testament does.
I'm going to write out my whole list of questions and line of reasoning. Hopefully in so doing I'll develop some answers to my questions. We all know that the Bible can stand the test, right?
Don't be afraid to upturn rocks in fear that one of them holds the key to the destruction of the faith. I'm sure that many have done this before me. I plan on consulting them as well.
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