Some good questions about God

Last spring I led an apologetics class that discussed all sorts of interesting things. We watched a DVD series from Ravi Zacharias, and one of his lectures covered the existence of God. As a way to prepare for the issue, I sent out the following questions. They might interest you.

1. What is the value of offering arguments for the existence of God?

2. People ask for proof of God's existence -- can we offer absolute certainty? What beliefs do you live by that you cannot prove beyond a shadow of a doubt?

3. Take a look at Romans 1:20. What evidence for God's existence and character do you see in the world around you?

4. Read Hebrews 11:6. What is the difference between belief in God and saving faith?

5. Mortimer Adler, chairman of the board of editors for the Encyclopedia Britannica, wrote, "More consequences for thought and action follow from the affirmation or denial of God than from answering any other basic question." What are some of these consequences?

6. Read 1 Corinthians 2: 1-2. Does Paul condemn philosophical arguments here?

7. The famous lawyer Clarence Darrow once said, "I don't believe in God because I don't believe in Mother Goose." What did he mean? How would you respond to him?

8. Why do you believe God exists?

9. Why do so many people reject the idea of God's existence?

10. In your life what have been the most obvious signposts that pointed you to God?