eX-skeptic Reasoning Requires Faith – Jeffrey Geibel’s Story
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Jul 4, 2025 Jeffrey Geibel, a veteran mathematics teacher with a master's degree, shares his transformative journey from skepticism to faith. He recounts a childhood marked by chaos and cultural Christianity, leading him to atheism and agnosticism as he questioned belief. A pivotal moment in a graduate geometry class reignited his faith, prompting reflections on the nature of knowledge and truth. Jeffrey emphasizes the importance of foundational beliefs, the role of love and patience in spiritual growth, and how personal experience shapes one's understanding of faith.
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Returning to Prayer After 10 Years
- Jeffrey Geibel experienced a profound moment of reconnecting with God after a 10-year gap without prayer.
- This moment highlighted his realization of missing God's presence despite his previous disbelief.
Chaotic Childhood with Cultural Christianity
- Jeff grew up in a chaotic household with sporadic cultural Christianity and exposure to adult partying.
- Despite this, he assumed God's existence faintly without deep personal pursuit as a child.
Teen Journey Into Active Faith
- As a teen, Jeff independently chose to attend church and began practicing Christian principles.
- He experienced positive life changes and embraced evangelism and Bible study during this period.