Part 109. Mulling it over

In previous posts I expressed the opinion that the Old Testament is not inspired by God but is an attempt by individuals at particular times and places to make sense of the world around them. Whilst a metaphysical entity may exist, or not, is a matter of opinion not provable nor otherwise by reference to texts.

 I do not doubt that Jesus lived and his message is unchanging. It should be understood against the backcloth of the religious, social and political sentiment of the time. However, it is incumbent upon us to interpret the message and apply it to our times. We must apply the message of love to the world today. The message is unchanging: the world has changed.

So, do I have faith given my objection to the idea that the bible is inspired by God rather than humanity's searching for a metaphysical reality? I concur with the statement in Hebrews 11:1. 'Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.'