Friday 9 August 2019

Connections Involving God Theologians Psychology And Philosophy

By Karen Ward


When it comes to the religious and spiritual aspects of life, there are numerous paths. While this is the case, God Theologians Psychology and philosophy are now coming together in a cutting-edge practice in which individuals can delve deeper into the connection between these different areas. In fact, there is currently an investigation with regards as to how trust plays a part in all three areas.

When it comes to religion, some people hold tight to the ideology and quote by Ronald Regan, "Trust, but verify." While this is the case, it can often be difficult with religion than say confirming a news story or deciphering fake news from real events. In addition, a number of people question as to whether trust between individuals and individuals and God even have the same definition.

There is no question that trust plays a major role in Christian life. Although, the term does tend to lack serious investigation with regards to theology and philosophy. For, while social science has investigated the term in relation to society, philosophical and theological definitions have often been overlooked.

Two researchers have recently launched a two inter-disciplinarian and multi-year research program in order to create what is hoped to be a philosophically rigorous, psychologically pragmatic and theologically informed understanding of trust as the term relates to a higher power. For, those involved in the research have already discovered that cognitive beliefs together with trust can shape behaviors as related to religion, life and faith.

In one case, trust involves relying on others to be there in times of need. For this to be the case, the individual must also believe that others will be there when called upon. At the same time, there are others whom suggest that the belief presupposes any uncertainty of risk and is therefore, invalid. Regardless, everyone is entitled to belief, opinion and free-thought whether living in America or elsewhere.

When it comes to religion, people must determine if there is a difference between trust and faith. While somewhat different, the two are very similar. Although, in order to have faith, one must also trust that certain actions will come to pass. Whether that be the second coming of Christ or that church services will take place on a given day and time.

When it comes to philosophy, trust is a different story. In most cases, if an individual needs to make a decision in the moment which has the capability of doing either good or harm, most individuals trust that the decision will provide the best result. Since the action taken is based on believing the decision will provide a positive outcome, the answer is then a product of trust.

Some individuals are born into, or grow up in a faith based household. Whereas, others grow up never having attended a church. As such, while some blindly follow the ideologies and dogma of a specific religion, others live a much freer lifestyle. Regardless as to such experiences, individuals whom take on a personal search for truth as related to God or a higher power are often more spiritual than those whom adhere to different beliefs based on upbringing or peer-pressure.




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