Faith and Reason are twin lenses through which we can look at the fascinating world in which we live. They are equally important filters through which we can pour the never ending stream of information which is available to us in a quest to shake out the nuggets which are Truth.
The person of Faith should not ignore Reason. If one believes in God as Creator, he should recognize that God gave man a mind quite purposely, expecting him to use it. Not pouring information through the filter of Reason results in a shapeless mass of disjointed emotion, totally impractical for surviving the world.
The person of Reason should not ignore Faith. Believing in order, logic and science is all well and good, but it has limitations. Much of what is beautiful and connects with our spirits is not easily explained by Reason alone. A sunset or a symphony can be explained in scientific terms, but how and why do we appreciate their beauty? Not pouring information through the filter of Faith results in a rigid structure not suited for real life.
Exercising Faith and Reason together allows a rich and never-ending appreciation for all that swirls around us. It allows us to grasp what is trustworthy and solid out of chaos and information overload. It is man’s only shot at finding Truth.
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