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If you follow a given religion, take a few minutes and respond to these questions: (1:12) Have you ever seriously contemplated or investigated the reasons for which you believe in your own faith? If not, why? (1:13) If you have, what reasons did you find? (1:14) How would you respond if someone asked you, 'Why do you believe in your own faith?' (1:15) If you do not believe in any religion, list the proofs that would convince you that a person speaks not his own word, but the Word of God (1:16) Please do respond in writing to the preceding four questions. The purpose of writing is to make you as objective as possible. Few people look for reasons behind their beliefs. Any effort that will diminish emotional and subjective responses and increase thoughtful objectivity is worthwhile (1:17) To enhance your motivation, ask yourself these questions: (1:18) Is it wise to go through my life without knowing why I have adopted my beliefs? (1:19) Choosing a spiritual path is the most important decision in my life. Should I not give it my most serious thoughts? (1:20) When I choose a spouse, a career, or a college, I investigate to find the best choice. Even when I buy a house, a car, or a suit, I spend time and effort to find the best. Is my religion less significant than a house, a car, or a suit? (1:21) I may never have thought about these questions, but should I continue to ignore them all my life? (1:22) If I do not think about them now, when will I? (1:23) The blank space after each of the four questions is provided to show you the enormous significance of this project. You will gain enormous benefits from responding to these seemingly simple but supremely significant questions. Now go back to the questions and write your responses, if you have not done so already (1:24) References: |