Quote Originally Posted by afghooey
You can't always read too far into metaphors. They're not literal, after all.

But the metaphor specifically was comparing beliefs to liquid water, not solid ice. And it works as such-- beliefs aren't tangible things, they're not as easily grasped in the same way that logic and reason are. Treating them as such, holding onto them like facts or trying to prove them in order to justify them, is like trying to grab hold of water for support.

Having ideas about god and the universe is one thing. Clinging obstinately to them and denying all other possibilities is another.
Your making a very good point. I frame these subjective relationships in the context of the belief in God simply because I personally have a tangible reason to do so. In that context, I believe your metaphor holds very true. I can attempt to hold to my perception of things as It relates to my relationship with Him and struggle against His work in my life. Letting go and simply allow Him to do His work on my heart and mind brings peace of mind that He will lead me in my life, specifically those things that are unknown ahead which can cause alot of anxiety, He can work out. I can also Hold on to the faith that He will do it because I have seen Him do it evry year. This is substance to me that I can personally hold onto like the security of the thicker Ice that I would much rather stand on. We may differ, and we probably do, but thats cool.....Good food for thought.

It is truly remarkable how He works things together for the good for those that love Him inspite of how badly I can get in the way and screw things up.

Thanks afghooey