For many of us, faith is a journey. We often have questions about God that we’re afraid to ask because we think we should already know the answer, or worse—what if we’re wrong?
The concept of God is very complex, and there are many different interpretations of who or what God is. If you’re thinking about exploring your beliefs, or if you’re just curious about the concept of God, here are some questions to help you get started.
God’s Philosophy
- What is God’s role in the universe?
- What do you think is God’s purpose for humanity?
- How do you think God views good and evil?
- Is God omnipotent, benevolent, and omniscient?
- Is God indifferent or involved in human affairs?
- How would you describe God’s sense of justice?
- Is free will a gift or a test from God?
- How do you reconcile God’s love with the presence of suffering in the world?
- Can God exist outside of time and space?
- What is your interpretation of God’s divine plan?
- Do you think God changes or evolves?
God in Religions
- How is God depicted in different religions?
- What similarities and differences are there about God in various belief systems?
- Is God’s role consistent across different religions?
- How do monotheistic and polytheistic religions perceive God differently?
- How do religions reconcile their belief in a singular God with the existence of evil?
- How does God communicate with believers in different religions?
- Is the way God punishes and rewards different in various religions?
- What are some misconceptions people have about Gods from various religions?
- How do different religions interpret God’s will?
- Do all religions believe in an afterlife with God?
- Is a personal relationship with God valued across differing religions?
Personal Views on God
- How do you personally define God?
- What is your image of God?
- How has your understanding of God evolved over time?
- Does God play a significant role in your day-to-day life?
- Have you ever felt a personal connection with God?
- What does a relationship with God mean to you?
- Do you believe God answers prayers?
- How do you feel about God during challenging times?
- What attributes do you believe God possesses?
- How do you reconcile your belief or disbelief in God?
- Do you think God expects anything from us?
Questions about God for Theological Discussions
- How do theologians interpret God’s omniscience?
- Does God’s omnipotence contradict the existence of evil?
- How is God’s relationship with humanity discussed in theology?
- How does theology define the soul and its relationship with God?
- Does theology provide an answer to whether God is involved or indifferent in human affairs?
- Can God be both just and merciful according to theological discussions?
- How are God’s qualities defined in theological discussions?
- What theological perspectives are there on the existence of multiple Gods?
Scripture vs. Personal Belief
- How does your personal belief about God align or conflict with religious scripture?
- Can personal belief challenge or reinforce the understanding of God in the scriptures?
- How have the scriptures shaped your view of God?
- Does scripture offer room for personal interpretation of God?
- Do you believe everything that your religion’s scriptures say about God?
- Can personal experiences validate or contradict scripture’s depiction of God?
- How has your understanding of God from the scriptures evolved over time?
- Does your image of God differ from that presented in the scripture?
- Have you ever struggled with any depictions of God in religious texts?
- Does the scripture answer all your questions about God?
- How much influence does scripture have over your personal belief in God?
God and Morality
- How does God impact your moral compass?
- Does the belief in God make someone more moral?
- How does God’s view on good and evil shape your understanding of morality?
- Can morality exist without God?
- How do you reconcile God’s will with human morality?
- Do you think God’s morals are absolute or relative?
- What is the role of scriptures in defining God-ordained morality?
- Is belief in God necessary for a moral society?
- How does God enforce moral behavior?
- Do you believe in divine punishment and reward?
- Can divine morality and societal norms conflict?
God’s Existence
- Have you ever questioned the existence of God?
- What makes you believe or disbelieve in God’s existence?
- How do you reconcile the physical world with the existence of God?
- Do you think science and belief in God’s existence can coexist?
- How does the existence of evil and suffering impact your belief in God’s existence?
- Do you believe in God out of faith, fear, or reason?
- Have personal experiences reaffirmed or challenged your belief in God’s existence?
- Do you believe in God’s existence despite never having seen Him?
- Can we ever fully prove or disprove God’s existence?
- Does doubting God’s existence make one less faithful?
- How do you justify belief in God’s existence to a skeptic?
God-Human Relationship
- How would you define your personal relationship with God?
- Do you believe God plays a role in your life decisions?
- Do you think God is interested in human affairs?
- How does prayer impact your relationship with God?
- Do you believe God communicates with us?
- Is a relationship with God necessary for a fulfilling life?
- How do you feel God’s presence in your life?
- Have you felt a connection or response from God during a significant event in your life?
- Do our actions impact our relationship with God?
- How does God exhibit care for humanity?
- Is remorse and repentance a critical part of the God-human relationship?
God in Religious Texts
- How is God portrayed in different religious scriptures?
- Are there contradictions in the depiction of God in various scriptures?
- How are God’s attributes described in the holy books of your religion?
- Is there room for interpreting the scripture’s depiction of God?
- How does scripture attempt to justify God’s actions or inaction?
- Does scripture provide enough information about God and his intentions?
- Is there a difference in how God communicates with humans in different scriptures?
- How is God’s relationship with humanity depicted in your religious text?
- Are there instances in the scriptures where God changes his mind?
- Are God’s characteristics consistent throughout the scripture?
- Is there commonality in the depiction of God across different scriptures?
God, Faith, and Experience
- How has your faith in God shaped your life’s experiences?
- Have your experiences ever brought you closer to or further from God?
- Do personal experiences reinforce your faith in God?
- Has faith shaped your perspective about God?
- Have you experienced a situation you believe was a “miracle” from God?
- How have your life experiences influenced your perception of God?
- Have there been moments where you’ve felt God’s presence or intervention?
- Can negative life experiences shake one’s faith in God?
- Is there a particular event that solidified your belief in God?
- Do you believe God communicates through experiences?
- How do you reconcile faith in God when faced with personal misfortune?
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the communicable and non-communicable attributes of God?
The communicable attributes of God are those that we can understand and relate to. These include love, mercy, and justice.
The incommunicable attributes of God are those that are beyond our understanding. These include his power, wisdom, and holiness. Even if we cannot understand all of God’s attributes, we can trust in His goodness and love.
Do all religions lead to God?
There is no one right answer to this question, as it depends on each person’s individual religious beliefs. However, many people believe that all religions ultimately lead to the same God, even if they may call Him by different names.
This idea is known as religious pluralism and states that all religions teach similar moral values and truths. Although there may be some differences in theology or dogma, followers of different religions can still find common ground in their shared belief in a higher power.
How should we respond to those who don’t believe in God or question His existence?
Just as there are many different religions in the world, there are many different opinions about God. Some people believe in Him wholeheartedly, while others question His existence.
Regardless of someone’s opinion about God, we should always respond with kindness and understanding. We should never try to impose our beliefs on others or condemn them, but let them come to their own conclusions. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, and we should respect that.
Final Thoughts
The journey of exploring questions about God is as diverse and personal as our beliefs. Whether you found answers, stumbled onto new questions, or simply engaged in contemplation, the aim was to provide a starting point for your personal exploration or a pathway to facilitate meaningful conversations.
Remember, the journey is not about the destination, but about what we learn, feel, and understand along the way. May this list of questions guide you, provoke thought, and open avenues of understanding and dialogue about one of humanity’s most profound concepts—God.
