Mathematician John Lennox BS preacher #athiest #motivation #religion

Johnny, masterfully doges the asked question.

On what grounds are you so certain when things seem so fuzzy about God?

In discussing the certainty of his faith in God, John Lennox draws a parallel with the enduring certainty he feels in his 46-year marriage. Lennox acknowledges that this comparison isn't about equating God and a spouse but aims to illustrate a personal, relational aspect of faith. He emphasizes that the certainty he experiences in his marriage is not derived from mathematical proofs or empirical evidence, much like the certainty in his faith.

Lennox asserts that intellectual certainty, as found in mathematics, is unique and doesn't extend to other realms of knowledge or religious beliefs. Despite this, he describes his faith as evidence-based, suggesting a connection between his scientific studies and his response to God. The comparison serves to highlight the subjective nature of religious conviction, acknowledging that faith involves a personal and experiential dimension. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QM-pvhHX7bI