Friday, August 11, 2006

Faith and uncertainty.


Have you ever seen or heard one of those programmes, frequently late in the evening, in which an atheist/agnostic is in debate with a high-ranking, 'professional Christian' - often a Bishop?
The atheist makes his or her weak point, usually based on the fact of evil in the world and this thereby 'justifies' unbelief.
"Move in for the kill!" you shout at the PC. Disappointment reigns as you hear them make some variant on this piece of compromising, illogical claptrap - "Well, you see - faith encompasses disbelief." I have heard this rot so many times.
What does it mean and why can programme makers not find a real Christian?
Is it deliberate?

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