Archbishop of Canterbury not sure that God exists
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"Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has said he sometimes has doubts in his belief in God.
In an interview with BBC Bristol the leader of the Church of England said he doubted in "lots of different ways".
He said: "There are moments, sure, when you think, 'Is there a God?' 'Where is God?'"
The archbishop has recently completed a tour of the West Country and made his comments at an event called Standing Room Only at Bristol Cathedral.
When asked about doubt by presenter Lucy Tegg, he said: "It is a really good question. I love the Psalms, if you look at Psalm 88 that's full of doubt.
"The other day I was praying over something as I was running, and I ended up saying to God 'look this is all very well, but isn't it about time you did something, if you're there?'
"Which is probably not what the Archbishop of Canterbury should say.""
Which of course naturally raises the question: is the Pope Catholic?
In an interview with BBC Bristol the leader of the Church of England said he doubted in "lots of different ways".
He said: "There are moments, sure, when you think, 'Is there a God?' 'Where is God?'"
The archbishop has recently completed a tour of the West Country and made his comments at an event called Standing Room Only at Bristol Cathedral.
When asked about doubt by presenter Lucy Tegg, he said: "It is a really good question. I love the Psalms, if you look at Psalm 88 that's full of doubt.
"The other day I was praying over something as I was running, and I ended up saying to God 'look this is all very well, but isn't it about time you did something, if you're there?'
"Which is probably not what the Archbishop of Canterbury should say.""
Which of course naturally raises the question: is the Pope Catholic?
I was listening to the radio the other day, and the programme was interviewing many current serving clergy who openly state they don't believe there is a God or afterlife, and that it is all just a 'metaphorical moral lesson for life', and that their role was to help guide people, offer advice and suchlike.
Made me respect them a bit more upon hearing that.
Made me respect them a bit more upon hearing that.
standards said:
Bearing in mind the extraordinary claims of Christianity are we really surprised that some/many believers have periods of doubt?
Might be surprised that the ABC is so honest?
True. Don't believe in any God myself but I think his comments are very honest and, in a way, brave. No issues here.Might be surprised that the ABC is so honest?
Jasandjules said:
standards said:
Bearing in mind the extraordinary claims of Christianity are we really surprised that some/many believers have periods of doubt?
I am only surprised that intelligent people believe in a God.Beati Dogu said:
I'm not sure the Archbishop of Canterbury exists. I've never seen his work or met him in person.
That's not a bad approach!Some years ago as the then Bishop of Durham began his classic demonstration that it was possible to regard the bible as a fairy story and still remain within the church actively employed and on the gravy train. No surprise to me therefore that the Archbishop of Canterbury can follow a similar path.
I have conluded that the individuals who do this enjoy the trappings of religion and the income they receve from the activity and the Bishops Plalace, the House of Lords seat and the privelage and fawning congregation. One big well paid ego trip. What this has to do with religion I have no idea. Its all about maximum personal gain and ambitious lifestyle choices. Which religion seems to provide for its protagonists.
How anyone can seriously defend these slime balls I just cannot imagine.
As an atheist since the age of 8 or 9, I can honestly say I have never done the reverse, Not once have I ever doubted the non existence of god, even when some extraordinary coincidence has occurred or when something brilliant has happened to me, like the birth of my kids or Chelsea winning the Champions League.
Actually, I take that back. I do struggle to see how Cliff Richard has had a 50 year career without divine intervention.
Actually, I take that back. I do struggle to see how Cliff Richard has had a 50 year career without divine intervention.
Steffan said:
pork911 said:
Faith isn't about being sure.
Well unless you are sure it must be difficult to have faith. If you have no faith then how can you be sure? Somewhat unfortunate that no religion ever has brought any facts or evidence to the table.
"That which can be asserted without evidence can be dismissed without evidence"
Edited by King Herald on Friday 19th September 01:09
pork911 said:
Faith isn't about being sure.
However religions are. And therein lies the great tragedy. We need more people in the church admitting unbelief.There is, of course, the sure and certain hope of resurrection.
Great play is made of faith, or belief regardless of facts. It is what gives support to homoeopathy. Faith is a human weakness. If you can't accept facts you have problems.
Religions are the problem.
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