There are many who reject the opinions of these days as…
““There are many who reject the opinions of these days as errors because they will not be troubled to search and examine whether they are truths or not. We are commanded to try all things (1 Thessalonians 5:21); and how can we be grounded and established in the truth, or know truth from error, if we do not search the mind of God and learn His mind and will? 1 John 4:1: “Believe not every spirit, but try the spirits, whether they be of God or not.” Many a truth is rejected in these days because many an error is entertained… It is not enough to say, with Pilate, “What is truth?” and then sit still, as many ask questions for discourse’s sake rather than out of a desire to be satisfied; but you must search the mind of God and inquire diligently.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
One must actively test ideas against divine truth, not accept them passively, to discern truth from error.
In simple terms: Test ideas, don’t accept blindly.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth through careful examination.
Themes
faith
discernment
truth‑seeking
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
biblical
didactic
When to use this quote
- personal study
- church teaching
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
theology
critical thinking
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate divine truth from personal bias?
- What practices help you test beliefs?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on personal judgment can lead to error.