1.1: The Desire to Know God Flashcards
Truth
The meaning of life / That which will make us happy / The answer to the question: “Why are we here?”
Happiness
A state of contentment / Rest in the soul
Dignity
The state of being worth something or of having excellence
Perfect Happiness
contentment of soul that is perpetual and has nothing negative
Imperfect Happiness
A contentment of soul that is temporary and has negatives
Proof
Convincing arguments
Revolt Against Evil
People don’t believe in God because there’s so much evil and suffering in the world
Religious Ignorance or Indifference
People don’t think religion/God is important
Cares and Riches of this World
People love money, which leaves no room for God in their hearts
Bad Example on the Part of Believers
The sin of Christians causes others to reject the faith
Attitude of Sinful People Which Make Them Hide From God and Flee His Call
A guilty conscience causes people to run from God