The Four "Hidden" Dynasties

[bbyrd009]

Originally Posted by Timmy, post: 20672

I talked about this on AFF, as you'll recall. I suggested rolling a die ten times (or whatever you do to "cast lots"), and find out if God's answer was the same every time. Next time you want to know God's will, would you mind trying this? If you get 10 "yeses" or 10 "nos" in a row, then I will be very surprised. (Assuming 'yes' and 'no' are defined reasonably. If 1 is yes and 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 is no, then 10 nos in a row would not be that impressive. In fact, why not designate "3" to be yes and "5" to be no? Anything else would indicate that God didn't influence it. Nothing but ten 3's in a row or ten 5's in a row will be a success.

But you won't do this. You'll have some excuse, like it would be displeasing to God or something. But I know the real reason. It is because you actually do know that casting a lot to find God's will is actually bunk. It is a random action, which will not really be influenced by God. You know this, but you will not admit to knowing it. Your refusal to try the 10-roll experiment is very telling. You (ahem - are you ready for this?) have revealed your premises!

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