VALID OR SOUND ARGUMENTS
In the study of logic, there is one significant difference between a valid argument and a sound argument: the truth! Both arguments may have conclusions that consistently follow from the premises of the arguments. But a valid argument does not have to contain premises–or assumptions–that are true. In ancient Greece, there were philosophers called sophists who could take either side of an argument and present a logical conclusion. These ancient sophists–similar to many modern-day lawyers–took less pride in knowing the truth as they did in knowing how to win debates. Those who oppose God may have convincing arguments for their ungodly conclusions. Satan, himself may even offer convincing arguments for us to yield to our own fleshly desires, the world’s way of thinking, and even that which clearly opposes God. But don’t get fooled by valid arguments alone. On their face they make sense. But look carefully at each supporting premise or assumption of the argument, and ask the question:…
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