thoughts from someone dealing with doubt
Posted in Doubt on Dec 31st, 2008
I have noticed in my conversation with Christians about my doubt that I, by default, become the “devil’s advocate”. The Christian enters the conversation as a Christian. He or she argues their case from a Christian point of view. For me, out of necessity in trying to work through my doubt, I have to play [...]
Posted in Doubt on Dec 21st, 2008
I realized again how doubt can play with my mind and how my seemingly innocent thoughts can be transformed into destructive thoughts–thoughts that feed and grow in the fertile fields of doubt.
The two catalysts for this recent event are: 1. I think about my doubt almost every hour of every day. It is constantly on [...]
There is a new podcast from Apologetics 315. This blog also has many great apologetic resources: book reviews, MP3s, video, links, articles, etc. There is a wealth of info for someone who is doubting or who wants more apologetic resources. Go on and check Apologetics 315 out.
Gary Habermas’ book “The Thomas Factor: Using Your Doubts to Draw Closer to God” is online for free. Habermas wrote this book for ‘Christians who doubt’ as well as those who are just a little unsure about their faith. He categories doubt into three types: Factual, Emotional, and Volitional. In order to address ones doubt, [...]
Posted in Doubt, Evolution/Creationism/ID, Resurrection on Dec 5th, 2008
I have found that I am often distracted from my doubt research. Granted I have a busy household (7 kids 9 and under), but the distractions that are most harmful come from within. My research focus has been on the resurrection of Jesus and the historical reliability of the New Testament. However, I am often [...]
Posted in Doubt on Dec 4th, 2008
The advice Christians have given me regarding my doubt fall under these four categories.
told me what Scripture says
recommend helpful resources
have drawn from their experiences
relayed experiences of others
I wouldn’t say there is a best one. Some days I just don’t want to hear the, “Just read your Bible and pray” mantra. But other [...]