Quote from Wallet:
Stu,
What you don't understand is the fact that GOD is real, his words are not some fictional storybook.
You want something concrete, something you can put your hands on, it's there in front of you, except that your natural senses cannot comprehend spiritual maters. You come to God in faith and repentance, as God draws individuals to Himself.
What you can't comprehend I feel and experience in my life. No, God does not talk to me in an audible voice, but I feel his presence, love, His guidance in my life everyday. I see his work and my answered prayers, I also feel his correction when I sin.
God's work can be seen in the life of every true believer, as they are a new creature.
Because of what He has done in my life, makes me love my family even more. Because his love shines through me, when I let it. How is it that Jesus said Love one another, yet you say hate your family. The Bible doesn't contradict itself, just our limited understanding at times.
What seems false and a fairytale to you is very much real to me.
I can't help you my friend, the understanding comes from God and God alone, but if you ask Him he will reveal it to you.
regards