Horrible Argument
From Clifford Williams’ Existential Reasons for Belief in God.
Argument for believing in God:
1. We need _______. [This list could include, according to Williams: cosmic security, beyond the grave assurances, heaven, goodness, a larger life, to be loved, meaning, to be forgiven, to love, awe, delight in goodness, to be present, justice and fairness.]
2. Faith in God satisfies these needs.
3. Therefore, we are justified in having faith in God.
Did I miss something?
This is like saying, “We need to feel good. Greasy fast food makes us feel good. Therefore, we are justified in eating greasy fast food.”
Say what?
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Sylvia
I agree with your wonderful analogy Elissa.
Elissa
Yeah, I’m not knocking the faith…just the reasoning on this one. 🙂
worthy
Although, greasy fast food makes me feel SICK!