I'm currently reading my way through Tim Kellar's book The Reason for God. To start off with I want everyone to realize that he has one problem and that is that he believes in the long day of creationism. It does poke some holes in some of his reasoning-but generally he has put together some excellent arguments for today's skeptic of Christianity. I've been trying to pull out his most quotable quotes to help us answer the hard questions about our faith. The first is Keller's way of challenging questioners to really seek truth. So many want to answer a question that doesn't jive with their own personal feelings. Unfortunately, instead of really seeking truth, many just finish the discussion there. Instead of truly seeking truth-they give up and let a simple doubt destroy their entire foundation. Here is Keller's statement.
In fairness you must doubt your doubts. My thesis is that if you come to recognize the beliefs on which your doubts about Christianity are based, and if you seek as much proof for those beliefs as you seek from Christians for theirs— you will discover that your doubts are not as solid as they first appeared.
Keller, Timothy (2008-02-14). The Reason for God . Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition.
In fact, your doubts should crumble amid solid reasoning and clear thinking. I hope you will seek out this book and read it. It will strengthen you if you are solid on your beliefs and it will clear things up if you are willing to confront your doubts with the truth.
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