The #1 Factor in Maintaining a Lifelong Faith
What is the deciding factor in a faith that remains alive and vibrant for a lifetime verses a faith that fizzles out? Have you ever wondered?
I have.
In my apologetic studies at Colorado Christian University, I had a profound revelation as I researched the primary approaches for defending the Christian faith. These methods varied greatly. Some of them seem to be diametrically opposed to one another. They are:
1. Classic Method – a 2-step approach that begins with natural theology (the knowledge we acquire about God without Scripture or special revelation) to prove Intelligent Design and then proceeds to establish God as that intelligent being.
2. Evidential Method – 1-step approach that relies heavily on evidence, in particular miracles, to prove the existence of God.
3. Cumulative Method – a flexible method that utilizes various arguments and approaches to present an overwhelming case for the existence of God.
4. Presuppositional Method – a method that presupposes God’s existence due to the effect that sin has on our capacity to think and reason.
5. Reformed Epistemological Method – a method that de-emphasizes proof or evidence and focusses on the way that people actually acquire beliefs.
Like I said, these approaches are very different. BUT… they all agree on one thing. There is one defense of the faith that each method gives preeminence to, and that defense is the secret to maintaining a lifelong faith.
So what is it?
That—is the topic I discuss in EPISODE 100 of CHRISTIAN PARENT/CRAZY WORLD. Yep, you read that right. This is CP/CW’s 100th episode. WOO-HOO!
And get this… not only is this defense of the faith the secret to maintaining a lifelong faith, but EVERY believer is qualified to utilize this defense, even your kids. And when we discover this factor, you will know the most important prayer that you can ever pray for your child.
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EPISODE RESOURCES:
Five Views on Apologetics, Steven B. Cohen ed.
Signature in the Cell by Dr. Stephen Meyers
John 9 – Jesus heals the man born blind
