How deeply both faith and doubt are part of my life. We often think of them as opposites. Many books argue for one or the other. But while in some respects they are enemies, in other ways they are surprisingly alike: both are concerned with ultimate issues; both pop up unasked for at unexpected moments; both are necessary.
I must have truth. Therefore I doubt. If I did not doubt, I'd be just another one of those suckers P. T. Barnum was so grateful get born once a minute; I'd fall for every carnival sideshow delusion that comes along. And I scorn delusion.
I must have hope. Therefore I believe. If I did not believe, I would cave in to despair. And I dread despair.
In addition to believing and doubting, there is choosing. I must decide which road I will follow. I must place my bet.
-- John Ortberg in Faith & Doubt
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