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AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 2:2 in which you once walked. You were following the ways of this world [influenced by this present age], in accordance with the prince of the power of the air (Satan), the spirit who is now at work in the disobedient [the unbelieving, who fight against the purposes of God]. |
Subject: Believing in the Bible and E.T.'s |
Bible Note: Hello FOE, Welcome to the forum. Your post was interesting although quite assuming. Not only regarding what others believe about aliens and why, but also about God and His creation. Perhaps I can offer some feedback that might lighten your sadness with every one here. You wrote: I find it very sad that the faith of every one here is so miniscule that you have to put God Almighty who made the heavens above in such a tiny box. I have to respond to this in the context of another one of your statements. You wrote: I admit I have studied God's great creation more than his word... These two statements, I believe, are the basic premise and reason that take the air out of your position. I don't mean that rudely. Christians, what we believe and teach, in no way put God "in a tiny Box" (as if that were possible). I believe that you and others who think this way most likely come to this conclusion unjustly. Because we don't "assume" things about God or His creation, it does not mean that we attempt to limit Him. With this said, let me encourage you to put forth more of your energy and time studying the word of God. It is great that we are able to learn much about His creation (especially with the technology of today). He did intend for us to know Him in part through what we observe of His creation, as He has made them plain to us: "For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead:" Romans 1:20 Notice the statement "clearly seen". Yet you write as though you believe in the exixtance of aliens. Have you clearly seen one? If the answer is no, does this mean they don't exist? No it doesn't. But to say they do is no more than assumption and, really, what's the point? So while you encourage others to not attempt to limit God (as if we could), I encourage you to not make unfounded assumptions about Him either. If God created aliens then they exist. Your belief in them does not make them any more real as the next guys disbelief does not make them any less. What's important is what God has chosen to reveal to us and making that the primary focus of our lives. What God has chosen to reveal at this point is His word which contains all that He desires for us. Finally, with this said, I am of the opinion that it is not the one who denies aliens that "resist God" but the one who puts other things before the study of His word and before getting to know Him through the method He chose. Think it through, P.S. Our faith is not "miniscule". It is a saving faith. And it is not of ourselves, but given to us by God Himself. So please be careful when you judge another person's faith. Sincerely, Jeff |