Originally Posted by rstrats
Pilgrim,

re: "...what exactly is the point you are trying to make?"

I'm not trying to make a point. The OP is simply asking someone who thinks that they have the ability to consciously choose to believe things to demonstrate their ability and if possible explain how they do it.
1. So you ARE trying to make a point.

2. It also appears that you hold the position that belief is something done unconsciously. Would that be your position?

3. I have repeatedly answered your question and stated that most all "beliefs" are conscious for they are the result of one's knowledge of what is believed or one's affections for what they believe or in most cases a combination of the two. I believe (a conscious decision on my part), that Jonathan Edwards stated it correctly when he wrote that, A man always chooses that which is most important to him at any given time and in any given circumstance. A person's nature determines what is most important.

So, the proverbial ball is back in your court, sir. grin

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