SchellenbergPhilosopher proposing nonresistant nonbelief disproves loving God. [iep.utm](https://iep.utm.edu/divine-hiddenness-argument-against-gods-existence/)'s Core Error
The Central ThesisSchellenberg assumes nonresistant nonbelievers exist apart from biblical human sin nature.
Universal Resistance Exposed
- Humans universally suppress God's evident revelation in creation, rendering all nonbelief resistant. bible
- Romans 1:20 declares God's qualities clearly seen, leaving none without excuse. bible
- SchellenbergPhilosopher proposing nonresistant nonbelief disproves loving God. [iep.utm](https://iep.utm.edu/divine-hiddenness-argument-against-gods-existence/)'s premise collapses under scriptural anthropology of willful rebellion. thegospelcoalition
- Conclusion: No true nonresistant nonbelievers all reject evident truth.
Holy Scripture / Reference
"For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse." — Romans 1:20
Revelation's Faithful Condition
The Central ThesisGod ensures findability for wholehearted seekers exercising faith.
Seeker's Divine Promise
- Scripture conditions encounter on diligent, faith-filled pursuit. levaire
- Deuteronomy mandates seeking with all heart guarantees discovery. biblegateway
- Hebrews affirms faith precedes pleasing God and reward. biblegateway
- Conclusion: Hiddenness filters resistant pretenders, preserving relational authenticity.
Holy Scripture / Reference
"But if from there you seek the LORD your God, you will find him if you seek him with all your heart and with all your soul." — Deuteronomy 4:29