Most people catch their presuppositions from their family and surrounding society the way a child catches measles.
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If Christianity is really true, then it involves the whole man, including his intellect and creativeness. Christianity is not just 'dogmatically' true or 'doctrinally' true. Rather, it is true to what is there, true in the whole area of the whole man in all of life.
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What this quote means
This quote emphasizes that Christianity affects every aspect of a person's life, including intellect and creativity, beyond mere doctrines.
Francis Schaeffer's quote suggests that Christianity is not simply a set of doctrines or beliefs to be accepted intellectually; rather, it is a comprehensive truth that engages the entire person. It challenges individuals to recognize that their faith should resonate in every part of life, integrating belief with intellect and creativity, thus shaping a holistic understanding of existence.
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ChristianityTruthWhole ManIntellectCreativityFaith
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