Always Learning & Never Able to Come to the Knowledge of the Truth (Part 1)

In this talk, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the nature of knowledge and its role in coming to the truth. He begins by examining why worldly knowledge, despite its usefulness, does not lead to the ultimate truth about God or eternal life, as it is limited to the physical world. Fr. Matthias also discusses the pitfalls of studying the Bible purely as literature or history without recognizing it as the inspired Word of God meant for transformation and instruction in righteousness. He emphasizes the importance of faith in receiving and benefitting from the Gospel, explaining that evidence differs from absolute proof and that spiritual truths often require experiential trust. Fr. Matthias highlights the necessity of applying what we learn through faith, illustrating how knowledge without obedience does not lead to salvation or a true relationship with God. This session outlines four types of learning that fail to bring one to the knowledge of truth and sets the stage for further discussion on obstacles to spiritual understanding