Jun. 6, 2008 - Four Big questions to Challenge False Belief
Below are four questions it would be handy to know. These are questions you can someone (like an evolutionist) to get them thinking about what they believe and whether it really is true. It might be a good idea to know the answers to these questions as well in relation to Christianity.
The following quote is taken from the Jonathan Park, Volume II, No Looking Back, Study Guide, put out by Vision Forum. To visit the Jonathan Park website, click here.
"1. What do you mean by what you are saying? (Clarifying question)
This question is asked to help clarify what the person is saying. By getting them to clarify, you may actually give everyone a chance to see how silly it really sounds. For example, if your teacher says that dinosaurs evolved into birds, you could ask, 'What do you mean by what you are saying? Do you mean that there was an animal that was half dinosaur and half bird? Could it fly? Could it fight with half evolved wings? Were there lots of half and half's that died trying to fly before their wings were fully developed?
2. How do you know what you are saying is true? (Asking for evidence)
This question will usually show that evolutionary beliefs are built on assumptions. If they say that rocks are billions of years old, you can ask, 'How do you know that to be true?' Usually the answer to that question will be based on a belief instead of evidence, something like, 'We believe that the earth is billions of years old.' Again, you can ask how they know that to be true. After a while, it will become obvious that their answers are built on religious ideas, not facts.
3. If you are right, what does It mean? (Importance of their belief)
If your teacher makes the statement that mankind evolved from apes, you can simply ask, 'If you are right, what does it mean?'This type of question will give the person a chance to tell why this belief is so important to them. It will help you to see their bias.
4. What if you are wrong about what you are saying? (Question of implications)
This question will allow the person to think through the consequences of being wrong.If they say that evolution is a proven fact, just ask, 'What if you are wrong about what you are saying?' If they're honest, there are some major implicationsif evolution is not true and there really is a God who will hold them accountable for their actions! As a matter of fact, a great follow-up statement after asking this question may be something like, 'It sounds like you're really risking some major consequences based on your assumptions!' Hopefully this will help the teacher or fellow students to see how dangerous it is to place so much faith in something that is not trustworthy!
Remember, when you ask these questions be respectful with the motivation of love!"
"But make sure in your hearts that Christ is Lord. Always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks about the hope you have. Be ready to give the reason for it. But do it gently and with respect."
1 Peter 3:15 (NIrV)
Comments
Jun. 8, 2008 - CREATION
Posted by JessicaLetchford
Great post Hayley!
Keep your courage up and remember that God is ALWAYS on your side!
For Creation,
Jess
Jun. 8, 2008 - Creation
Posted by lindajwilson
That was a really good post Hayley. I am very encouraged to know that this is important to you. Keep up the good work.
love Mum.
xo
Jun. 10, 2008 - Untitled Comment
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Jun. 16, 2008 - Hello! :)
Posted by Liz
Hi Hayley! :) Thank you very much for the comment! :)
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I really like your blog and Welcome to homeschoolblogger! :)
I hope you have a Wonderful and Blessed day! :)
~Liz~
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Jun. 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Hi! It's interesting to read your text! In august we can talk about more things... just wanted to say hello by a comment on your page. :-)
Looking forward to see you, Julia from Switzerland
