Although I'm an atheist, I try not to crap all over people's belief in God. It may be nothing more than a placebo, a fairy tale that gives the hopeless hope, but sometimes a little hope is all people need to get through the day. Imagine a unit of soldiers under heavy enemy fire. They are told by their superiors to hold their position, even in the face of overwhelming fire power. The soldiers are being told that reinforcements are on the way, and that thought alone gives them the hope and courage to continue fighting, even if ultimately the reinforcements never arrive. I think some people simply need to believe that God is sending them reinforcements, to get through another day.
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About Oliver Gaspirtz
Oliver Gaspirtz.
Themes
- Courage — Facing fear, adversity, and uncertainty with bravery
- Faith — Reflections on belief, spirituality, and trust in the unseen
- God — Spiritual reflections on the divine, faith, and creation
- Hope — Words of encouragement about optimism and brighter futures
- Religion — Exploring belief systems, worship, and spiritual practice
- War — Reflections on conflict, peace, and the human cost of war