John Lennox: How do I choose which religion to follow?

On 19th November, 2018 at Birmingham Town Hall, John Lennox delivered a talk 'Cosmic Chemistry: Do Science and Christianity Mix?', followed by an extended time of Q&A, featuring questions from the audience.
Here is one of his answers.
This event was put on by IS FAITH REASONABLE?, a partnership of Birmingham based churches and Christian organisations that exists to bring as many people as possible into the ongoing conversation about faith and reason.

[@carltonreese4854]

"It's not a religion; it's a relationship." Pure gold, and something I am taking with me to many future conversations.

[@mansonandsatanrock]

In any real conversation between different views, that is meaningless. If it's a relationship, then that relationship requires people believe christianity is true, so it is still very much a religion.

[@AdamHayekMilton]

@@mansonandsatanrock If the definition of religion is to believe something is true, then you have made every idea a religion, including Science, Philosophy and so on.

[@mansonandsatanrock]

@@AdamHayekMilton My point was, in order to have a relationship with christ, you must first believe christ/god exist. Requiring people believe the christian doctrine.

[@AdamHayekMilton]

@@mansonandsatanrock I get it. I'm addressing your definition of the term "religion". If to believe something is true makes it a religion, then evolutionists, atheists, etc. are very religious by this definition.

[@mansonandsatanrock]

@@AdamHayekMilton Not so, because evolution being true doesn't depend on whether one believes it is true or not. It just is. Just like gravity, sure you are free to doubt it, but you are not free from the consequences which can be proven if you jump off a cliff for example. The same cannot be said for Christianity, it is not true as a matter of fact.

[@legatobluesummers1994]

I have had a memory issue my whole life and I'm going to listen to this hopefully every day until I go home to see Jesus because this is the most astonishingly important thing I've heard to help me minister to people!!!

[@Duarteyahoo272]

Hello my friend im replying to your comment incase you forgot to watch the video, maybe youll get a notification from my reply idk. God bless you brother ♥️

[@vejeke]

Have you ever heard of The Clergy Project?

[@tinaf600]

My Muslim brother sent this to me yesterday. Thank you so much for your wisdom and understanding of the truth that’s only found in the evidence of Jesus Christ.

[@unggrabb]

Uh, what evidence do you think to have?

[@tinaf600]

@@unggrabb “The case for Christ” is my go to. At the end of the day everyone is free to believe whatever they want to believe in. With or without evidence. God bless you. Whether you believe or not 😃

[@unggrabb]

@@tinaf600 of course people can believie in whatever they wish. As long as the beliefs dont create silly religious wars (which has pestered us all for far too long).

[@farragoprismproductions3337]

*The irony*

[@Wartensteiin]

@@tinaf600 You know muslims believe in jesus but that he is only a prophet not the son of god.We believe that God is one and nobody should not be associated with him and he is not like mankind or the djinn kind or the angels.He is almighty,perfect and the only one that deserves worship.

[@claudiolordino2192]

The beginning of salvation is not giving up something, it is receiving someone. As Dr Lennox stated so clearly, it begins at the moment of belief. Grace!

[@sumanarathne8816]

I think giving up the beginning of savation.

[@gknight4719]

Choosing a religion?? you might as well flip a coin. I think you will find they are all fairy stories.

[@claudiolordino2192]

@@gknight4719 I don't think so. Since it cannot be proved either way, i.e. does God exist? It is worth investigating throughly as it MAY be relevant after death.

[@gknight4719]

@@claudiolordino2192 Believe me I have been sincerely searching for god for over 40 years, and so far no luck. if there is a god?? surely "his will" would override my pathetic little brain, and yet I am told god loves me, but refuses to give me faith, its a gift from god, John ch 6 vs 65-68, so my name can not be in the Book of Life or god removed it?? Have you adopted Pasco Wager?. you just live in hope, now this "after-death" comment, is that some kind of threat? like I will find myself in hell being tortured by this loving god forever, for not having faith?

[@karlschmied6218]

Oh he is a Dr. he must be right!

[@susanderr1271]

This man has a gift!! So thankful I came upon this!!

[@paulspence7600]

He might be a smart mathematician but he dumb beyond that.

[@user-iv5ng3yn5p]

yes to pull the wool over a persons eyes ,he a pompous @#$

[@berememberedfortheloveyoug244]

Glory to God. This man gives God Glory.

[@singlechristiancowboy]

Amen!

[@helpmaboabb]

Groan... another praise-the-lorder with nothing to add to a debate

[@singlechristiancowboy]

@@helpmaboabb I'm not IN a debate. I simply agree with Mr. Lennox in the one I watched.

[@tacramerutube]

​@@helpmaboabbthe Shroud of Turin

[@paulspence7600]

Which god?

[@GraftedOliveBranch]

Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. - James 4:8

[@paulspence7600]

What does that mean? Pure wordless shit I think.

[@GraftedOliveBranch]

@@paulspence7600 A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion. ~ proverbs 18:2

[@ludgerleissner3122]

Nonsense! - Ludicris 5:20 Mtn.Std.

[@patrickscarangella7700]

You know the truth, but are blinded by anger and/or hubris.

[@AshGeo]

This man is a gem!

[@Lasquez111]

He sure is a gem he choose a book that said a bat was a bird😭😭😭

[@jonkettell4321]

@@Lasquez111 A better translation would be 'winged animal' instead of 'bird'.

[@erikjeffreys2144]

Spot on. Only recently discovered him. Spent much of my time watching Ravi Zacharias and R.C. Sproul, but they're gone now. This is new to me and refreshing.

[@jean-jacqueslavigne3109]

@@Lasquez111 I would personally consider insulting the intelligence of that man as a rather precarious exercise…

[@Sage5000]

Nothing but a salesman getting rich off the ignorant! When will these myths end ?

[@awesomeisasawesomedoesyo182]

Wonderful! Thank you Dr.Lennox.

[@unggrabb]

Wonderful? A deluded man

[@mick1gallagher]

Stupid brainwashed deluded clown wonderful

[@finneganfrederick-kringel2082]

@@unggrabb Deluded?

[@unggrabb]

@@finneganfrederick-kringel2082 Definition of deluded : deceived by false beliefsa deluded eccentric: having or characterized by delusional ideas deluded thinking. What would you call it to believe in fairies?

[@finneganfrederick-kringel2082]

@@unggrabb fairies?!

[@wladimirkulik8997]

Wow, this is amazing - this video should be shared to every Christian!

[@olgaburgos7780]

I have been listening to this wonderful professor teachings for several years, he has a clear history, gospel, and faith message, and I wish all believers could listen to him, and strengthen their faith in Christianity and God’s gospel salvation. The proofs are all available , history is not fables, Places of the Old Testament are still there, original writings,papyrus, archeology sites, and the power of Jesus truth transforming the hearts. 🙏📖✝️❤️🥰

[@xsky134]

Not only to Christian. But to every people so everyone will have their eyes and find the real God in their life

[@gknight4719]

What is so amazing? just more unsubstantiated claims about an imaginary "god" zero evidence!

[@DrMontague]

Let us face he is the nutty professor, he knows it's will not long before he will be pushing up the daisies therefore he has deluded himself that there is an afterlife.

[@gknight4719]

@@DrMontague And what is so disappointing after his death he will not know THAT he was wrong! and we atheists will not know we were right.

[@angellea9263]

Amen! I accepted Christ as my Lord and savior when I was 17, I shared te gospel and share the relationship,I have with Lord to my husband and now my 4 children serving the Lotd and the rest of my sister and their families accepted Christ in their lives too. It’s the best a man can have… Jesus is everything for me

[@boscomoons7742]

In this man, God workout for the world the difference between Christianity & religiosity. He made it simple, how to choose the right way to heaven. I see he already blessed by God. More wishes of God's blessings 🙏🙏

[@vuho2075]

I vote for skipping all the hocus-pocus and live in the real world

[@fredhall5038]

Beautifully said Sir

[@geevarghese4808]

Wow must watch. What a way to explain religion and Christianity God bless.

[@neiltristanyabut]

so you're telling your god what to do

[@deanw2847]

@@neiltristanyabut No! God is saying it is already done through my son Jesus Christ. God wants friends not servants. He wants intimacy not religion. He wants love not law keeping!

[@neiltristanyabut]

@@deanw2847 and yet christians trying to enforce their brand of theocracy so talk to your fellow christians first

[@vampirehunter533]

​@@deanw2847 Yes Christianity unlike with other "religions" is all about the central figure Jesus coming in the form of an infant growing up to a man being tempted and tested as we all are but so he could sympathize with us but remained untainted with sin then served as the ultimate sin offering re-establishing a connection for us with the Father so we can have an intimate relationship with him, where all we have to do is accept it, acknowledging him.

[@kevinfarrell523]

Deeply affecting and articulate. I love him.

[@mungukendejoshua3632]

Woooow.. He has made it so clear. God bless you

[@shanewise7625]

Wonderful! God bless this kind and wise man.

[@neiltristanyabut]

so you're telling your god what to do

[@Pikkabuu]

"Wise"?! What did he say that was wise?!

[@richardsonsusairaj6613]

This is the best wisdom I have ever received. Praise to my lord Jesus Christ

[@Pikkabuu]

You really should think through his arguments again as he just said "I choose to believe" in a longwinded and complex way.

[@Blister_CODM]

wonderful. Thanks for your excellent context.

[@kiibu1]

May God bless you it’s a real definition, thank you

[@kswyers8330]

Love this!

[@thomasmaughan4798]

"How do I choose which religion to follow?" I have no idea how you choose. 7 or 8 billion people probably have the same question. I eagerly anticipate 7 billion youtube videos as each person answers the question.

[@dominicmeehan8322]

Incredible...just incredible ❤

[@HumanDignity10]

John Lennox is so great at explaining Christianity in a relatable way!

[@leegrant7333]

Christianity is light years away from Catholism.... Catholism the superior and in line with universal principles

[@Ozmulki]

Brilliantly said! Absolutely right!

[@helpmaboabb]

and you are the arbiter of right...?

[@rep3e4]

Excellent

[@jossy__fresh]

Wonderful!!

[@MsKiri84]

This made me cry! Thank you so much for sharing. You absolutly can not imagin how much I needed this and how much clarity this video has given me. Honestly I have been asking myself that very same question for the past days and watched a lot of videos on KZbin and this one just made me so emotional and made me see something I could not before.

[@DrMontague]

In other words you are easily taken in by his shit! If lennox has ever had a wet fart in public he will know that their is no intelligent designer!Have you ever had a wet fart in public? did god design us to have wet farts. Did jesus ever have a wet fart? Notice that the is no mention of jesus ever having to go for a crap. It's a bit like star trek there are no toilets on board the enterprise, no one needs to go for a pee or a dump! Sermon on the mount Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. There is more to come I'll be back in a minute I must go for a dump! Jesus was nailed to a cross but there is no mention that he shit himself whilst nailed to the cross! He was nailed to cross for how many hours but didn't shit or piss his pants! indeed it appears no crucified person ever shit of pissed their pants whilst nailed to as cross. That's a miracle!

[@danielcirman2397]

So happy to read your comment.

[@chelseylyn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2XdlpKJi8xgZqc great answer too!

[@paulspence7600]

I cry for your idiocy

[@paulpizzlewizzle]

Love this guy

[@kennethpatterson9480]

Dr John Lennox have the truth within him, so he is able to face down the enemy where ever it appears in his life journey. So he is right it is not merit base , it is a gift by God which allows you to come to know him properly.

[@kennethpatterson9480]

@Paul Goodier O brother Paul why art thou sounding so hopeless, if it is the will of God that thou must come to know him in this life time thou Will, if not you will continue to cloak yourself with vain rhetoric and arrogance. The process of knowing and worshiping starts with humility of self, l know it can only be brought on by God himself.

[@ronald83able]

May GOD always bless him!!

[@verity-dx7es]

Well said! Sincere Blessings! 🙏🕊❤

[@GarciaonlyJesus]

Thank Dr Lennox

[@nancysonnier6605]

A powerful explanation….he encourages me in a powerful way…. In the midst of the lies of this world

[@dan69052]

here is some truth not lies If you are gay or transgender and know someone who is, this is important information! Sexual orientation is determined in the womb during fetus development. Various hormones are introduced at specific times to accomplish this. The fetus plays no part in this process. A person is born with predetermined physical, biological & psychologic features. It is, therefore, not a choice & consequently not a sin & not immoral. It is a natural path of our evolution & found commonplace in nature. Medical research in this area clearly explains this process. Those who believe it is an abomination do so based not on facts but on religious authority. It is their right to believe this and I understand them. It must be made clear however, it is based on religion not science. If you are truly interested in the truth based on knowledge, the book Gay, Straight & the Reason Why by Dr. Simon Levay explains this with numerous research articles. If you want to understand the truth & have respect for others & yourself, this book will help. It also has, unlike the bible written over 2000 years ago by men that had no understanding of science, an extensive bibliography. I strongly recommend the book. If you chose to respond to me, please read this book &/or the numerous articles referred to in the reference section before hand. The public must be exposed to facts & knowledge. It is an obligation for those who know the truth & must defend it. Don’t let the religious pull you down to their level of ignorance. Peace

[@vampirehunter533]

With all due respect what makes a person Gay/Bi/Trans/whatever is actually engaging in the acts, despite what they might have going on hormonally. In saying that, I am definitely not judging, looking down upon or condemning them, especially since I'm just as stained from sin as them. I hope nothing but the best for those who have chosen to be a part of those groups and that they receive Jesus into their life's.

[@wowitsfrostygames155]

@@dan69052e “why” doesent matter. I don’t really care if someone is born gay or trans, or if it’s a choice that’s made, and God doesent care either. It’s a sin. Period. I’ll love those people all the same, and it’s not my place to condemn them. But someone being born a type of way doesent give anybody a free pass to blatantly sin. I was born with the inclination to want to have sex with any pretty woman that comes my way, but that’s a sin too so it is what it is. Not everything we want is ok to have.

[@helpmaboabb]

it's NOT an explanation - it's an assertion Learn to see the difference

[@kgt9535]

God has endowed this fellow with much wisdom and he articulates it in such way that you understand where he's coming from and thus, you're able to likewise impart it to others. This just helps tp prove that wholesome education ought to be about understanding just as much as it is about knowledge; a hand in glove bringing together of sorts.

[@roykrisnadi]

I love the illustration about the wife. It totally make sense

[@GBabuu]

Absolutely Amazing!!!

[@friendyadvice2238]

Beautifully put. This man is a blessing.

[@singlechristiancowboy]

Amen!

[@helpmaboabb]

@@singlechristiancowboy Oh dear

[@singlechristiancowboy]

@@helpmaboabb 🤨

[@abeykollakkaranalex]

❤ some will ressurect for shame so enlightenment ❤

[@KillroyLP]

Incredible!

[@griffin__sutek4958]

Dang this comment section still bumpin after 2 years

[@jedmaegraith417]

🔥🔥✌🏼✌🏼

[@GraftedOliveBranch]

Amen. Praise the Lord.

[@faithcomesbyhearing724]

Follow the Lamb of God. Thank you jesus for your sacrifice on the ✝️. ❤

[@godngunclinger]

that little illustration, 8:01 💓. 👍

[@tsul....96]

The greatest Orator in history

[@glennevans2566]

Perfectly illustrated!!

[@dukerobert7283]

Beautiful. God bless you Prof. Lennox

[@michaelemmanuelhutagalung-948]

THIS PROPHET OF CHRIST...BLESSED FOREVER.

[@DeciovToni-qt9ic]

Love you from Germany ❤️❤️

[@jonathantedesco5351]

Thank you brother, and God bless you all!.

[@dorotaa6933]

Lovely and so true! If you accepr Jesus as your Lord you start to act differently in your life.

[@manongdimboi]

thank you!!! :')

[@midimusicforever]

Awesome!

[@dayanandbharati6863]

Neither karma or dharma or punya [merit] but acceptance, relationship and the assurance given by God that I will never leave you nor forsake you summaries the entire Muktiveda [Bible]. I like your last illustration 👍🙏

[@johngoldsworthy7135]

Buddhism and Christianity is not necessarily mutually exclusive. Very similar moral teachings

[@Christian-mlady]

@@johngoldsworthy7135 I disagree. Buddhism teaches an incredibly subjective view of existence, specifically a subjective view of morality, of self, and that to achieve enlightenment or nirvana, one must shed these ideas. They believe there is no real moral good or bad - there is no I or you. Whereas, Christianity is rooted in completely opposing doctrines. There is a moral good and evil. Our actions matter and no amount of philosophy or shedding of the mind/spirit from this world will bring salvation. In fact, Jesus calls Christians to be actively involved in this world. It’s why other denominations criticize the monastic traditions of Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy.

[@stefanwjiaya6351]

i will watched this every single time someone like this comment as a reminder that God always love me no matter what..

[@kahhowong3417]

Brilliant

[@yashwantjohnmahish1870]

That's wonderful. Christianity is about relationship. So also all the other religions too. Faith is about relationship.❤❤❤

[@francisaugustine7100]

He just said that other religions don't see relationship with God in that way.

[@stevejohnson9717]

Really, really good!

[@AGPArchivist]

Beautiful words from Dr. Lennox. Does anyone know where one may watch the video of the Trinity College forensic resurrection lecture he mentioned?

[@rolandoalday1073]

Amen it's About John 3:16

[@josejavierlopezacosta4741]

What a gem!!!

[@fallenslave6684]

Thank you.

[@peteg8920]

His acceptance faith sounds like the doctrine of faith alone. "He who has my commandments and keeps them , it is he who loves me." What is faith without love ?

[@joannquaid6037]

And what is faith without works. They do NOT save but are evidence of faith and love of God.

[@peteg8920]

@@joannquaid6037 To love to do the works our Lord commands is a saving faith.

[@IAm1InTheIAm]

John's a precious Brother in Christ- and a powerful testimony of a transformed life. His heart really shines. Reminds me of Colossians 1:27 KJV - To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Amen. Bless you John

[@AriKath]

This is so lovely

[@kwakumireku1911]

God bless you, Sir! Truth as espoused by Christ

[@singlechristiancowboy]

Amen

[@mariaerasmus6530]

Good day Dr Lennox, my son introduced me to your debates. The best is yet to come. I have the proof that Jesus is sitting on the right hand of God. We do have and believe in a God of miracles. Amen, to your wonderful debating on Christianity. We will stand up and salute you. Thank you. ❤

[@Outspoken.Humanist]

That's amazing. Can you please provide the proof you speak of. I must caution you that although I will be respectful in my reply, I assert that you do not and cannot have such proof.

[@mariaerasmus6530]

@@Outspoken.Humanist what is your email address. You may send me a friend request. (Maria Erasmus)

[@mariaerasmus6530]

@@Outspoken.Humanist can I have a friend request please? How can I contact you. I am on Facebook.

[@doyouknoworjustbelieve6694]

What’s your proof he’s sitting on the right side of God? Maybe he’s standing on the left side. Also aren’t you a Monotheist? How come your God is still split into two, with the son sitting next to his daddy. What a boring existence.

[@barbiebarbie8163]

Amen!

[@ckeducation2010]

AMEN

[@SamuelMetkel-li4ru]

Wow Just Wow

[@hollayevladimiroff131]

Very true, God gives us faith, it is a gift and we believe in our Lord Jesus, we follow Him, no external acts needed, we are to become like Him, through His will.

[@CaptainStottlemeier]

When you see an exorcism performed on the ghastliest human I ever encountered trust me you will believe on God. It is like nothing anyone has seen and shows the power of prayer and the crucifix. It just doesn't forever change you it traumatizes you. I have such a new respect for the catholic priest. When you see true evil and see how a priest extinguishes that horror you have a whole new look on life. I so wish I could un see that but its not to be.

[@beslanintruder2077]

Heres the thing I have seen muslims do it too, in Ruqya, you can believe Bob. Larson, or Jesús but how are muslims and animists able to do it and people improve? Whats is being proved?

[@teresagraham6166]

It would be very interesting to here your story, i truly believe what you are saying. God bless you

[@zuzugaming451]

@@beslanintruder2077 They used black magic.. There is an incident where a shaik performed exorcist, later what happened? You know? The police found the body of a husband and a wife (who was possessed) and the shaik.. They even made a movie out of it.. Go watch it

[@beslanintruder2077]

@@zuzugaming451 can you provide a link....

[@Haylash8]

Can u tell that story in details pls?

[@SHGChristianoAsante]

Wow 😮

[@TaTa-ng1yu]

For BY GRACE are ye SAVED THROUGH FAITH; and that NOT OF YOURSELVES; it is the GIFT OF GOD: NOT OF WORKS, LEST ANY MAN SHOULD BOAST. - Ephesians 2:8; KJV Bible

[@JT-ht6fk]

He explained this so beautifully and easily understood.

[@damianwhite504]

this man is breathtakingly attractive, he has film star looks and and the mind of Plato. He is a gem, a jewel, a diamond, a shining star, a certain oomph that rises above the common man. I admire him with gusto.

[@pap2-371]

I would like to make a comment but I don’t know what more to say, he has already said it all.

[@kahhowong3417]

Revelation, Acceptance comes at the Beginning.

[@jamesproudlove1527]

I would not choose any religion, because religion is man reaching up to God. No matter how hard we try we cannot do it. However, there is one faith in which God reaches down to man and meets man's needs. That is Jesus our Creator became man and meets the demands of God and through the Lord Jesus Christ every man, woman & child can enjoy a personal relationship with God.

[@no-gn9te]

AMENNN!!!

[@jamesproudlove1527]

@@no-gn9te Hi kee. Thank you for affirmation.

[@sheldonolivier6716]

Well said James

[@jamesproudlove1527]

@@sheldonolivier6716 Thank you Sheldon most appreciated.

[@wasabigang3545]

Every other religion is the same idek how u rationalize that

[@Baasta]

So people who praying 5 times a day and fasting for a month and doing good deeds, worshiping god 24/7 vs people who believe Jesus took away their sins so they could enjoy life will go to heaven. It doesn’t make sense at all.

[@angelmacias6723]

Piety is good, and all which you mentioned are good things. But the action themselves is not an end in themselves. We pray to keep in relationship with God, we fast to exhibit self-control, so that we might be able to act properly when we most need it and offer up suffering such as God did. We do Good such that we might love our neighbor as we love ourselves. but these actions end up working us to being more aligned with God’s will. If done with true and proper intention. And the key thing is if people truly believe in Jesus, they will be changed. St. Paul’s letter to the Romans discusses it and I would recommend checking it out.

[@godngunclinger]

CORRECT .. GOD IS MERCIFUL GOD PROVIDED A WAY WHERE THERE WAS NONE OUR PENALTY IS PAID

[@anaccount8474]

@@godngunclinger Penalty for what? Eve eating a piece of fruit because a talking snake told her to?

[@godngunclinger]

@@anaccount8474 in america we must face a judge when we break the law If someone pays our penalty we go free Do you understand now? This is very simple

[@abdullahdubais7147]

@@godngunclinger what law did we break?

[@semosancus5506]

Wow and to think this video has been on KZbin for 4 years and I'm just finding it.

[@drfred1937]

We choose our religion based on the society into which we were born. This is obvious from looking at the geographical spread of religions throughout the world.

[@KolyaUrtz]

Who is "we", I never did that

[@pic18f452]

John initiated the speech by saying choosing a religion is evidence based. Then went saying that christianity is a relationship based and didn't go about what evidence proofing christianity is the right religion. In other words christianity is based on faith on a relationship not evidence based religion.

[@Hey.Arthur]

Sure he may have didn't talk enough about the evidence but keep in mind he never said that you could PROVE it to be right either. For example, you can't even PROVE that without a doubt your mom loves you. Based on the evidence that's displayed between your relationship, that can lead you to conclude that she probably does love you for example. And he's saying that christianity if you're basing religion in the wrong definition, is more of a relationship with God in anyways because you don't have to EARN your way into heaven. You just accept him.

[@abdullahdubais7147]

@@Hey.Arthur he started with there has to be evidence. I think he should have talked about what evidence he has instead of saying what he said. He made a claim and never proved it

[@robertnagle212]

The proof that Jesus lived that he did miracles that he died and rose again is not in doubt there are witnesses that are secular historians that collaborate that,what you have to believe or come to terms with is, do you believe what he claimed about himself being the Son of God, the truth the life the way.

[@abdullahdubais7147]

@@robertnagle212 hi Tha thing is, i need to know that what is said to be his words or claims are really his claim and no conclusions that people made about him. I have seen that people's understanding of who Jesus was is changing with time. From what i have seen, and correct me if i am wrong, the trinity was not there for some centuries after jesus. So after i make sure that these are his claim, i can then decide if i want to believe in him.

[@robertnagle212]

@@abdullahdubais7147 In this light why not ask Jesus himself if you really want an answer he will make himself known .I believe he is willing to reveal himself and it is good that you have questions it means you genuinely want the truth

[@Iceman-xe7jo]

John 20:29 Jesus said unto him, “Thomas, because thou hast seen Me, thou hast believed. Blessed are they that have not seen and yet have believed.”

[@obeddanielbenjamin6947]

WOW!

[@peterpan8627]

We are psychologically shaped by our parents, friends,peers and environment. As a nominal Christian I ask everyone, what a person born non Christian and

[@tony7355]

Initially, yes, we are shaped in the way you mentioned. But then we tend to fall away or keep pretending for the sake of society or because of our standing in certain believing societies. But deep within, we question/seek to know the truth, the real Jesus, not the one we were told a out in childhood, but the One who made/sustains us and wishes to have a great relationship. For He is not far from us.. for in Him do we live, move and have our being (literally) (Acts 17:24-28).

[@carloscruz1285]

Actually I didn't have Christian parents. None of my friends were Christians and I grew up where the majority of everyone I met were non believers, I don't think I knew anyone growing up (now that I think about it) who was a Christ follower. My environment was one of materialism and self. I'm a Christ follower today. Mostly because i grew up and realized all of the lies told in the world about theories which are still theories today yet are taught in schools across America and I realized how foolish that was, it was like adults teaching kids Santa Clause is real. I'm one of those cases that proves environment, parents, disciplines, etc. are not the basis for shaping an individual. It is the individuals choice to be who they are.

[@wisdom1285]

John Lennox, many legends have came and conquered.... We don't made heaven by merit, we made by acceptance which is grace. Unmerited favour

[@Johnshaw111]

Once you have the faith you find the evidence to prove it, because that is the way you see the world. As the man says "acceptance comes at the beginning". Once you've decided you'll see the proof - you have to.

[@maow9240]

Some things can only be seen through faith.

[@XxBlumannxX]

This is simply the problem of human bias. Everyone has a view they start out with, it is easy to state that their conclusions are merely post-hoc justifications to suit their a priori beliefs. It accomplishes nothing for the believing or disbelieving man it's just a way to dodge the question entirely.

[@oscargr_]

@@XxBlumannxX The "evidence" is the same for everyone. The conclusion is different. How to explain the difference? - The evidence isn't actual evidence. - Cognitive bias.

[@adamyew8735]

​@@XxBlumannxXhe is dodging the question alright. Not a shred of evidence was presented. Relationship as evidence? Relationship can end, evidence don't disappear.

[@UrbanGardeningDIY]

So which religion is The true religion?

[@alexblue6991]

Religion in Scotland and Ireland is what football team do you support rangers or celtic

[@iMANTlS]

Shouldn't be hard to know as a mathematician, trinity contradicts monotheism.

[@japhethgomez3437]

Do you believe in trinity?

[@Mentallclips]

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[@sdrchannel576]

If you understand that we live in a multi dimensional world, then the Trinity makes perfect sense.

[@iMANTlS]

@@sdrchannel576 To a delusional for sure. That's why a delusional also thinks a god can die. And as the same time killing of an innocent (Jesus) forgives a sin. Also if Jesus revived, then his "acting death" is worthless and it was just an act. So many contradictions because a delusional has no logic to protect his mind from doing mistakes. How three can be one but at the same time they have separate minds and give orders to himself. We know Jesus was not a regular man. But that doesn't qualify the currpotion happened after that. You have no idea if the bible is truth. So why don't you search for the truth some where else. If you keep being in denial and stubborn. Then there is no difference between you and who Jesus was preaching and they refused to listen to him because they refused to think twice or leave their fathers corrupt religion.

[@TheRegularNobody]

What evidence?

[@emptyhand777]

The Bible = Evidence (Which translation is another matter) The Quran =/= Evidence The Book of Mormon =/= Evidence The Vegas =/= Evidence How wonderful that the ancient book his parents used to teach him was the only one that was real.

[@damianwhite504]

ladies and gentlemen

[@JasonWeakley]

I love John Lennox, he's the sweetest man, and talk about being winsome!

[@neiloshodges2816]

I love me a bit of stocking clad intellectual leg 👍

[@ac0mpleteunkn0wn]

If there is evidence there is no need for faith.

[@AGPArchivist]

Did you even listen to the first part of the speech lol

[@raeshim8357]

If there is evidence there is A need of "Trust"

[@cosmologium]

This is just an objectively wrong statement, and is completely ignorant of everything Lennox said within the first 50 SECONDS of this video. He defines "faith" by the Biblical sense of the word, as "trust". To reword your statement: "If there is evidence there is no need for trust". Yeah, you don't HAVE to trust your wife, even though theres plenty of evidence you can trust her. The point is that, in the Biblical sense, "faith" is an action we take as a response to the evidence, and that is to confess our sins and accept Christ as our savior.

[@AUniqueHandleName444]

Evidence is not proof. You can have evidence for anything and still need some measure of faith (trust) in the evidence.

[@itskeagan3004]

That’s one of the most erroneous statements I have ever read sir. Please pick up a KJV and start to learn for yourself with and OPEN HEART, with SINCERITY…God will reveal Himself to you personally.

[@jeue4098]

Waow.

[@penglim224]

Wonderful explanation. It is a relationship where God is the sole author of our salvation. We could only be grateful and worship Him.

[@Tm_37]

I decided not throw away every religion and hoping for the best religion that truly love me to come for me. Jesus Christ came for me to save me from my addictions and self hate. Satan is the owner of every religion in the world and that's why every religion is the enemy of the true gospel of the Kingdom of God that Jesus Christ came to teach. Christianity is not a religion. It is a relationship with our Creator.

[@junevandermark952]

If you had been indoctrinated in the culture of Hinduism, you would be taught that Krishna (at one time spelled Chrishna, before the Christians plagiarized the word Christ) came to earth to save only those of the Hindu faith. Christianity is very much a religion. I also was raised in a Christian environment, but could never believe that my soul would be saved, while the souls of others who were not Christian would be lost to salvation. That teaching smacked/smacks of deception, and suggests that all devotees in all other religions will not be saved. Religion should be a write-off.

[@lesblase3667]

@@junevandermark952 all I read was *blah blah blah* put a sock in it dumbo. Much Love

[@lesblase3667]

@@junevandermark952 trust me. You’re wrong

[@junevandermark952]

@@lesblase3667 I don't trust those who believe they are either amateur, or, professional theologians, as it is all too obvious that they never trusted each other's words to be true. From the book … Brewer’s Dictionary of Phrase & Fable by Ivor H. Evans … First published 1817. … Odium theologicum (o di um the o loj ikim) (Lat.). The bitter hatred of rival theologians. No wars so sanguinary as holy wars; no persecutions so relentless as religious persecutions; no hatred so bitter as theological hatred.

[@junevandermark952]

@@lesblase3667 So, you refer to those you profess to love, as "dumbo?" lol

[@angeliquenorman1169]

(Hebrews 11:1) Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. I just love how Christians always act like they know better than the word of God itself. If Dawkins said faith is believing without evidence then he's referring to the biblical definition of faith.. That's literally what the Bible says about faith

[@user-xb5oo5dd4f]

The apostles had plenty of evidence to believe in Jesus, you know, his miracles,his words,hearing the testimony of John the baptist, and of the Father himself from heaven! They saw Jesus resurrected from the dead and so on.. The first belivers heard them speak in their languages at pentecost, miracles were performed by their hands, gifts of the Spirit ect! The apostle Paul that wrote the hebrews saw Jesus for himself, we now have the testimony of these men, they laid their life for their faith, we have historical evidence of Jesus, testimony of the Holy Spirit within us, testimony of our brothers and sisters how Jesus appered to them, how Jesus transformed their life, how He transformed our life... Miracles are done today in the name of Jesus and as the men of old we too have the scripture to search and see the fulfillment of prophecies in Jesus and also in the world! So do you think that our faith is blind? No we have plenty of evidence, natural, historical and supernatural.. Faith without evidence is for example believing in Santa claued or some other myths, god of pagans! God bless!

[@angeliquenorman1169]

@@user-xb5oo5dd4f huh? A handful of people experienced the miracles Jesus performed first hand.. The rest of the population had to believe what others told them, without any evidence.. To make things worse, the gospels are neither accurate nor coherent. Meaning the only "historical" records of Jesus's life on earth are not even a good source of evidence, yet people still believe. Most of the evidence you're referring to is biblical evidence. Meaning you're referencing the Bible to prove that the Bible is true. So whether you like it or not, you believe in Jesus without sufficient evidence.

[@josuanaulutegu3832]

Angelique Norman Dawkins said "without evidence" and that's not what the Bible says....we Christian put our faith in Jesus Christ

[@lutkedog1]

Christian put faith in something written by Zero Eyewitness in a Book full of Edits just to think the word of Gawd needs to be edited The Gospels employ edits/contradictions around the Resurrection that never happened and to think that 500 more people were Resurrected as well but it is nowhere except in the Bible Fables Just think about the fact that with the many Roman Records that never talk about Jesus and 500 Zombies walking around why did not those Zombies not write down there stories down?

[@jake5811]

@@angeliquenorman1169 ---It was revealed that over FIVE HUNDRED people witnessed Christ's post mortem appearances. And, a great many of them were tortured and executed for their faith in a risen Christ. People do not die willingly for a hoax.

[@riaandoyle8196]

Amen

[@kaowashere]

Wow