Willful Disbelief

Atheism and agnosticism are not recognized by the Scriptures. These inventions are both forms of willful disobedience to the God who is known by all at every stage of human existence in the manner appropriate thereto.

S. M. Hutchens is a senior editor and longtime writer for Touchstone.

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