I remember talking to a popular local medical doctor in Morehead, back in the 80's. As I shared the claims of Christ with him, he resisted as if I was attacking his own deity, and he explained that he was a man of science.
I told him that I was also a man of science, since I was a student and teacher of Theology.
He looked at me as if I had jumped a track.
I explained to him that "theology is the study of God," and it had actually been called the "Queen of Sciences" since it is the most exacting of sciences. This is true because it is based on the inerrant word of God.
I could tell he was not impressed (because he actually scoffed my assertion).
I then said that Theology (the true study of God) is actually more exacting than medicine.
Oh boy. I found his "touchy button." At this point he was walking away, at least in his mind.
I pointed out that there are many things in medicine which are unknown and that medicine is constantly changing, but Theology, the study of God from the Holy Bible tells us everything that is necessary to heal the spiritual ailments of all men and it is not a changing discipline.
I also pointed out that if a person applies the prescribed treatment of God's revelation, then they are guaranteed the healing of their spiritual problem, However, the body is not always responsive to medical treatment, and in the end, all patients die, even if they follow medical treatment. On the other hand, the intent of salvation is eternal life and therefore a believer is certain to live forever.
I don't think I convinced him that day. I hope someone else told him the truth later, so that he would become a believer.
I don't think I convinced him that day. I hope someone else told him the truth later, so that he would become a believer.
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