Getting infused with the Holy Spirit is NOT a waste of time.
It is the only way you will be able to make any sense out of Gods Word.
It is also something that only God can help you with.
Once you become infused witht he Holy Spirit, you will understand.
But until then...
See what I mean by it is merely a safety net (or perhaps 'security blanket') for people to believe whatever they want?[/quote]
I would call it rationality, all rational beings are moved to what is good, what one perceives as the supreme good, there are two things that humanity is in pursuit of, happiness and rest, believing in God provides both, this is what makes God the supreme good and we are irresistibly attracted to Him, we want to know Him, we seek him, we want to know about Him, we read and study the Bible, so the existence of God is necessary for us to be happy and at peace.:shout