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Pints With Aquinas

Is It Rational to Believe in God? | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.

Mar 23, 2024
Father Gregory Pine discusses the rationality of belief in God and the importance of trust in different aspects of life. He explores natural and supernatural faith, the basis of Christian belief, and the role of reason in embracing beliefs in God through signs of credibility.
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  • Belief in God can be rational and reasonable, contrary to common misconceptions about faith hindering critical thinking.
  • Understanding the distinction between natural faith (moral certainty through testimony) and supernatural faith (belief in unseen truths revealed by God) highlights the reasonableness of Christian beliefs.

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Rationality of Belief in God

Belief in God is depicted as rational, contrary to the misconception that it hinders critical thinking. The episode highlights how Christians can justify their faith with reasoning and intellectual coherence. Examples from absurdist literature are used to contrast skepticism towards faith, highlighting the reasonableness of Christian beliefs.

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