Ask Pastor John Does God Believe in Atheists?
Jan 13, 2025
The discussion starts with a listener's inquiry about the biblical perspective on atheism and its connection to morality. The speakers reveal five ways humans suppress their intrinsic knowledge of God. They argue that everyone has a fundamental awareness of God, regardless of belief. There's an emphasis on the importance of prayer for others to embrace this awareness. The conversation concludes by highlighting the dangers associated with denying the existence of the divine, backed by rich biblical references.
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Practical Atheism
- Psalm 14:1 isn't about modern atheism, as everyone in David's time was religious.
- It refers to practical atheism, where one pushes God out of life to justify sinful actions.
Suppressing God's Existence
- All humans suppress the knowledge of God's existence in various ways.
- Five ways to suppress this truth are by denying God's reality, effectiveness, experiential relevance, worthiness, or having heretical views.
Engage with Awareness of God
- Recognize that everyone has a deep awareness of a creator.
- Speak with the hope that this awareness will spark interest in the Christian message.
