Truth is Simple

Everyday, someone, somewhere is discovering some new theology, idea or 'truth'. The majority of these philosophies can be easily recognized and discarded by their complicated, mind-bending explanations. Some seem simple at first, but the more you learn about them, the more complicated they become. One thing I've learned so far is that the closer you get to the truth, the simpler and clearer it becomes.

Not everything confusing is false. I'm just saying, don't reroute your entire life because you found a new 'truth' that you think is really cool, but doesn't make a lot of sense. If you can't explain it to a friend, you don't understand it. If you don't understand it, don't buy it--yet.

Sometimes, it's better to let a new idea or belief sit on the shelf for awhile--not that you forget about it, but rather watch it. Observe how those who hold to it end up. Follow the reasoning to the end. Think on it awhile. Test it. If this is true, how does that affect other beliefs that you hold? What will believing it require of you?

This questioning is vital. But, it is only valuable if we question long and hard enough to find answers. To continue questioning, discover a wealth of information, and continue questioning, never making a decision as to what to believe is foolish. Unfortunately, many people don't want to make the effort to educate themselves on anything more than the newest Hollywood hottie or the evening news. It's too much work for them. They realize that decisions and persuasions require action. Action equals actually getting involved. Getting involved means getting off the sofa. It's sad really, because a person who is convinced of something and knows what they believe is incredibly confident and powerful.

Someone once told me, and it bears repeating, "Once you've searched out the facts and the evidence clearly shows you what is true, make up your mind. Settle it on that issue. Case-CLOSED."

I am unashamedly close-minded on issues, beliefs, and ideas I've researched. Sure, there will always be those areas where I've not studied enough to make a final decision, but I intend to continue learning and studying as long as I live. Hopefully, at the end of my life, I'll be absolutely sure on the things that are important and I'll be able to explain and illustrate everything I believe because I understand it.