Four crucial tests are available for the independent-minded person to weigh the truth in any claim.
(1) Reason. The metaphysical or philosopical approach asks, "Is it reasonable?"
(2) Reality. The empirical or scientific approach asks, "Does it match reality?"
(3) Breadth. The emphasis on scope or a unified field of knowledge asks, "Does it explain all of life?"
(4) Practice. The personal or subjective approach asks, "Is it livable?" This final standard is considered only after the former tests have been applied.
- from Discipling Nations by Darrow Miller (my favorite non-fiction book ever)
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