(June 2, 2014 at 4:12 pm)alpha male Wrote:(June 2, 2014 at 3:57 pm)Irrational Wrote: Then how can anyone say with confidence that these prophecies have been fulfilled if they're just going to be vague and ambiguous?It's called a faith for a reason.
Quote:Do you really not see what is wrong with this?No, I don't, but feel free to explain.
Quote:Also, isn't God supposed to be in control here? If he is sovereign, couldn't he state a prophecy clearly and ensure that it be fulfilled anyway?Sure. Or, he could state a prophecy with some ambiguity, and ensure that those who are troubled by that believe anyway, if that's his will.
The problem with ambiguity is that it is open to infinite interpretations. And, therefore, almost anything can be applied to such verses.
Also, faith is not something to be admired. I don't know why you make it sound like it's a virtue. Faith (in the sense you speak of) is nothing but an indicator of ignorance.
